Library Opportunities

Careers at Council; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Annual salary review

Fitness Passport gym membership

Job summary

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council is building a talent pool of Library Assistants for future opportunities across our branches in Port Macquarie, Wauchope and Laurieton. Roles may be permanent, temporary (full-time/part-time) or casual, with selection from the pool as vacancies arise.

If you are motivated and enthusiastic about great customer service and community programs, we’d love to hear from you. Typical tasks include service desk shifts, basic IT help, and supporting library programs.

Qualifications

• Commitment to great customer service and community-based program delivery.
• Willingness to roster regular service desk shifts.
• Ability to provide basic IT/digital literacy assistance.

Responsibilities

• Learn various aspects of library work and the role of a modern public library.
• Be rostered on regular service desk shifts.
• Provide basic IT/digital literacy assistance.
• Involved in provision of a range of library programs.

Skills

Customer service

Digital literacy

Public desk duties

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Future Opportunities - Library Assistant

We are building a talent pool of talented and motivated Library Assistants who are interested in future opportunities working across our branches at Port Macquarie, Wauchope and Laurieton.

Whether you're looking for permanent, temporary (full-time or part-time) or casual, joining our talent pool is a great way to be considered for upcoming vacancies as they arise.

If you're motivated, and enthusiastic person committed to great customer service and community-based program delivery., we'd love to hear from you.

On a typical day our Library Assistant will:

• Learn the various aspects of library work and the crucial role of a modern public library;
• Be rostered on regular service desk shifts;
• Provide basic IT/digital literacy assistance;
• Be Involved in the provision of a range of library programs.

Remuneration and Benefits

Employment Type: Roles offered could be permanent or temporary (full-time or part-time) or casual

Salary (exclusive of super): Roles start at $65,943.74 per annum (full-time) plus 12% superannuation with the opportunity for competency-based progression.

• Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
• Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2026 plus annual salary review
• Generous employee assistance program

Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

Questions?

If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact Kylie Lancaster, Coordinator Branch Libraries on 02 6581 8***.

Applications Close: Friday 20 November 2026 at 11:30pm

Notes

Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool or eligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of 12 months.

We often ask our preferred applicants to complete pre-employment checks. This may include: Reference Checks; National Criminal Police Check; Medical Assessment; Qualification Verification; Working with Children Check Verification.

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At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the vibrant community we serve—where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to thrive.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

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