Manager Library Services

Careers at Council; Bathurst Regional Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work Life Balance

Generous Leave Entitlements

Fitness Passport

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bathurst Library is a civic heart — a place of learning, connection and belonging for our whole community. As Manager Library Services, you’ll lead the strategic direction, operations and community profile of the Library, positioning it as a cornerstone of Bathurst's cultural and educational life.

Reporting to Council’s senior leadership, you’ll be accountable for the Library’s strategy and day-to-day performance — from collections and programs to facilities, technology and partnerships.

Qualifications

• Degree or postgraduate qualifications in Library and Information Services, Business Management, Public Administration or a related discipline, and/or extensive senior leadership experience relevant to the management of a public library service.
• Substantial experience leading and managing a contemporary public library or comparable community service, including demonstrated ability to lead change and implement practical, solution-focused service improvements.
• Demonstrated excellence in people leadership, communication and team development, including motivating staff and fostering an inclusive, accountable and customer-focused workplace culture.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic and operational planning, policy development and the successful leadership and delivery of significant projects.
• Strong financial and resource management experience, including budget development and monitoring, cost control, procurement and the identification, acquisition and acquittal of appropriate external funding.
• Broad knowledge of contemporary public library practice, including physical and digital collections, information services, literacy and lifelong learning, digital inclusion, accessibility, programming and community engagement.
• Proven ability to establish effective networks and partnerships, advocate for library services and communicate, influence and negotiate with community, professional, government and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, benchmarking, data interpretation and report-writing skills, together with a current NSW driver licence.

Responsibilities

• Set the vision—for shape strategic and operational plans aligned with Council’s priorities and community needs.
• Champion inclusion—make the Library genuinely accessible and welcoming to everyone, including First Nations peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse communities, LGBTIQ+ people and people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Deliver great service—oversee collections, programs, local studies and digital platforms that keep the Library relevant and community-focused.
• Manage resources well—run budgets and procurement prudently, and secure grants and funding to extend the Library’s impact.
• Build partnerships—represent the Library with the State Library of NSW, government, education providers and community organisations.
• Lead the team—inspire and develop staff, and build an accountable, collaborative, customer-focused culture.
• Govern responsibly—meet obligations across safety, privacy, records and financial accountability, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Skills

People leadership

Strategic planning

Financial management

Stakeholder engagement

Data interpretation

Driver licence (NSW)

Education

Degree in Library and Information Services

Business Management or Public Administration degree

Job description

Bathurst Library is a civic heart — a place of learning, connection and belonging for our whole community.AsManager Library Services, you'll lead the strategic direction, operations and community profile of the Library, positioning it as a cornerstone of Bathurst's cultural and educational life.

It’s a rare chance for an experienced library or community services leader to shape a service at a pivotal time — balancing the enduring value of libraries as trusted public spaces with new opportunities in digital innovation and community engagement.

The Opportunity

Reporting to Council’s senior leadership, you’ll be accountable for the Library’s strategy and day-to-day performance — from collections and programs to facilities, technology and partnerships.

• Set the vision— shape strategic and operational plans aligned with Council’s priorities and community needs.
• Champion inclusion— make the Library genuinely accessible and welcoming to everyone, including First Nations peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse communities, LGBTIQ+ people and people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Deliver great service— oversee collections, programs, local studies and digital platforms that keep the Library relevant and community-focused.
• Manage resources well— run budgets and procurement prudently, and secure grants and funding to extend the Library’s impact.
• Build partnerships— represent the Library with the State Library of NSW, government, education providers and community organisations.
• Lead the team— inspire and develop staff, and build an accountable, collaborative, customer-focused culture.
• Govern responsibly— meet obligations across safety, privacy, records and financial accountability, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Position Summary

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• Degree or postgraduate qualifications in Library and Information Services, Business Management, Public Administration or a related discipline, and/or extensive senior leadership experience relevant to the management of a public library service.
• Substantial experience leading and managing a contemporary public library or comparable community service, including demonstrated ability to lead change and implement practical, solution-focused service improvements.
• Demonstrated excellence in people leadership, communication and team development, including motivating staff and fostering an inclusive, accountable and customer-focused workplace culture.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic and operational planning, policy development and the successful leadership and delivery of significant projects.
• Strong financial and resource management experience, including budget development and monitoring, cost control, procurement and the identification, acquisition and acquittal of appropriate external funding.
• Broad knowledge of contemporary public library practice, including physical and digital collections, information services, literacy and lifelong learning, digital inclusion, accessibility, programming and community engagement.
• Proven ability to establish effective networks and partnerships, advocate for library services and communicate, influence and negotiate with community, professional, government and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, benchmarking, data interpretation and report-writing skills, together with a current NSW driver licence.

What We Can Offer

• Work Life Balanceenjoy a rostered day off every third week to recharge and reset
• Generous Leave Entitlementsto support your personal and family needs
• Fitness Passportto Stay active and healthy
• Training & Developmentto expand your skills
• Employee Assistance Programfor confidential support services

Want To Know More?

Salary:$2,106.45 to $2,213.07 per week + 12% superannuation

Position Status:Permanent – Full-time

Hours of work:Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:45 pm - 35 hours per week with an RDO every third week

Contact Officer:Daniel Cove - In the role of Director Cultural & Community Services - 02 6333 6***

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation. Employment is subject to relevant pre-employment screening, which may include a Working with Children Check where required.