Library Services Trainee (Indigenous Identified)

Bega Valley Shire Council; Bega; On-site; AUD 29,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rostered days off

Paid study leave

Salary packaging

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Bega Valley Shire Council is offering an Indigenous Identified Library Services Trainee role as part of its Emerging Talent Program in NSW. You will study for a Certificate III in Library Operations while gaining practical library experience across branches and services.

The role involves customer service, collections, digital literacy support and community engagement, with mentoring and structured learning to build a career in local government library services.

Qualifications

• Interest in libraries, customer service, information services or cultural engagement.
• Good oral and written communication; courteous, professional service to diverse communities.
• Commitment to learning and applying new skills in a workplace.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and contribute to outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Undertake vocational studies and apply theory to workplace activities.
• Assist in delivering customer service across library branches.
• Support programs and events that promote literacy and community participation.
• Assist with library collections, resources and displays management.
• Develop skills in library systems, digital technologies and information management.

Skills

Library interest

Customer service

Information services

Community development

Cultural engagement

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Education

School Certificate (Year 10)

Job description

A career with Bega Valley Shire Council offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful and diverse work that supports the vibrant communities of the south-east corner of NSW. Nestled between rolling hills and some of the state’s most stunning beaches, this region is home to a variety of people who enjoy both rural and coastal living. As an AR Bluett Award winning Council, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, whose efforts make our success possible. With a workforce of over 350, we provide essential services to our communities, including libraries, customer service, finance, children’s services, engineering, project management, road maintenance, water management, environment, parks, gardens, and town centres.

We offer a range of employment benefits to support our staff, which may include:

• Rostered days off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Salary packaging
• Paid study leave of 3 hours per week (or equivalent over a four-week period)
• Approved study-related expenses

The Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join Councils Emerging Talent Program and undertake a Certificate III in Library Operations while gaining practical experience and mentorship across Council's Library Services. As a Library Services Trainee, you will combine vocational studies with hands-on workplace experience across a range of library service functions. You will gain practical experience in customer service, library collections, community programs, digital literacy support, library technologies and information services while developing the skills, knowledge and qualifications required for a rewarding career in the library sector. This is an Indigenous Identified position, creating an opportunity to contribute to culturally inclusive library services and strengthen connections between Council Libraries and the local Aboriginal community. The role may also involve travel between library branches and participation in training blocks associated with your qualification program. As a participant in Council's Emerging Talent Program, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills through structured learning, on-the-job experience, mentoring and exposure to a broad range of professional disciplines, building a strong foundation for a successful career in local government and beyond. Council will support your studies by providing paid study leave of 3 hours per week (or equivalent over a four-week period) together with approved study-related expenses.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertake vocational studies and apply theoretical learning to workplace activities to develop practical skills and knowledge.
• Assist in the delivery of customer service and information services across Council's library branches.
• Support library programs, activities and events that encourage literacy, learning and community participation.
• Assist with the maintenance, promotion and management of library collections, resources and displays.
• Develop skills in library systems, digital technologies, information management and community engagement.

This role offers valuable exposure to a broad range of library operations while developing practical skills and experience to support a future career in Library Services.

About You We are seeking an Indigenous Identified individual who have obtained a School Certificate (Year 10) or equivalent and hold NSW Class C drivers' licence (or ability to obtain).

You will have the following skills and experience;

• Demonstrated interest in libraries, customer service, information services, community development or cultural engagement.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to provide courteous and professional customer service to people from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated commitment to learning and applying new skills in a workplace environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute positively to workplace outcomes.

Benefits

This is a fixed term full-time position working 35 hours per week for a period of one (1) year. The total remuneration package for this position commencesat $29,195.71 to $50,115.52gross per annum, comprising of:

• $501.30 to 860.50per week base salary
• $60.16 to 860.50 per week superannuation (calculated at 12%)

Remuneration for this position is dependent upon the age and level of schooling achieved by the successful candidate.

Additional benefits for this position include:

• Rostered day off scheme (nine day fortnight)
• Paid study leave of up to 3 hours per week (or equivalent over a four-week period)
• Approved study-related expenses
• Annual Award salary increases and performance reviews
• Salary packaging program (SmartSalary)
• Wellbeing Initiatives – Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program, Telus Health App, social club, health monitoring and annual flu vaccinations

For further information on this position, please contact Samantha Fenton - Library Services Coordinator on 02 6499 2238. Applications close 11.59pm AEDT on 22 November 2026. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and address the advertised selection criteria demonstrating their suitability for the role.