Programs & Collections Officer (Youth & Adults)

Coolamon Shire Council; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverina Regional Library seeks an organised Programs & Collections Officer to develop and coordinate engaging youth and adult programs while managing library collections across its network.

The role combines program development, community engagement and collection management, working with branch staff, service providers and community organisations. ACCREDITED LIBRARY QUALIFICATIONS and project management experience are essential.

Qualifications

• ALIA-accredited library and information studies qualification or Education/Community engagement equivalent.
• Current and relevant experience in project management.
• Current Working with Children clearance or ability to obtain.
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Experience delivering public library programs for youth and adults.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and library management software.
• Experience in online programs for youth, adults, and older persons.
• Ability to develop and deliver a program schedule for a large network.
• Strong time management, planning and administrative skills.
• Excellent team and independent working capabilities.
• Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity and Health & Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate youth and adult programs for the RRL libraries and their members.
• Liase with service providers regarding programs and community engagement opportunities.
• Liase with library staff in the development of programs and events which meet community needs.
• Administer the RRL and South-West Zone Digital Library eResource collections and manage content spend.
• Coordinate RRL Book Club service, including selection and purchase of titles.
• Ensure service level agreement obligations with branch libraries and member Councils are met.
• Create and maintain templates, user guides and tutorials for staff and members.
• Assist in outreach services including the provision of events and programs.
• Provide training to branch libraries in Youth and Adult programs.
• Respond to customer enquiries via various communication methods.
• Backfill Internal Delivery Service driver role when needed.
• Report on activities as required.

Skills

Organised

Communication skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Library management software

Video and audio recording

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Library and Information Studies (ALIA accredited) or Education/Community Engagement equivalent

Tools

Library management software

Job description

Programs & Collections Officer (Youth & Adults)

Riverina Regional Library is seeking an organised, enthusiastic and community-minded Programs and Collections Officer to develop and coordinate engaging youth and adult programs while managing key library collections and services across its network of member libraries.

This varied role combines program development, community engagement and collection management. Working closely with branch library staff, service providers and community organisations, you will help deliver programs that support learning, literacy and participation, while coordinating the RRL Book Club service and digital eResources collection.

The salary range for this position is $1,403.60 to $1,600.04 (Band 2, Level 2 A - H)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate youth and adult programs for the RRL libraries and their members.
• Liase with service providers regarding programs and community engagement opportunities.
• Liase with library staff in the development of programs and events which meet community needs and demographics.
• Administer the RRL and South-West Zone Digital Library eResource collections, liase with suppliers and manage content spend.
• Coordinate RRL Book Club service, including the selection and purchase of titles, administration of clubs and allocation of kits.
• Ensure service level agreement obligations with branch libraries and member Councils are met.
• Create and maintain templates, user guides and tutorials in various formats for use by RRL staff, branch library staff and members.
• Assist in outreach services including the provision of events and programs.
• Provide training to branch libraries in developing and delivering Youth and Adult programs.
• Respond to customer enquiries via various methods of communication as required.
• Backfill Internal Delivery Service driver role when needed.
• Report on activities as required.
• An undergraduate or postgraduate qualification in library and information studies that has been accredited by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) or equivalent qualification in Education or Community engagement.
• Current and relevant experience in project management.
• Ability to work with and as part of a team.
• Current working with children’s clearance or ability to obtain prior to commencement in role.
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Experience relevant to the role including youth program development and/or adult leisure and lifestyle.
• Current and relevant experience in a role responsible for the development and delivery of public library programs or similar.
• Sound skills in Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications e.g. library management software systems.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing and presenting/performing online programs including programs for youth/adults/aged persons.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering a program schedule for a large network of stakeholders.
• Proficiency with video and audio recording devices.
• Solid time management, planning and administrative skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Solid communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills including sound conflict resolution, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver quality customer service, adaptable and eager to develop service improvements.
• Demonstrated understanding of Equal Employment Opportunity and Health & Safety requirements relevant to the role including risk assessment of activities and tasks.

About Us

Riverina Regional Library provides library services to communities across the Riverina, connecting people with books, information, technology, programs and learning opportunities. Through its network of branch libraries, RRL supports reading, literacy, lifelong learning and access to information for people of all ages.

Our focus is on delivering accessible, engaging and relevant library services that respond to the needs of our members and the communities we serve.

Coolamon Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a safe and respectful workplace, where all our employees feel valued, appreciated and accepted.