Reader Innovations and Programs Librarian

Bayside City Council; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 91,650 - 112,017; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Generous leave provisions

Staff wellbeing programs

Learning and development opportunities

On-site staff parking

Parkland-surrounded office

Job summary

A local government authority in Melbourne is seeking a Reader Innovations and Programs Librarian to lead engaging library programs aimed at inspiring a love of reading in the community. Responsibilities include designing vibrant initiatives, monitoring performance, and collaborating with library staff. The ideal candidate will hold a recognized librarianship qualification and possess strong interpersonal skills. This position offers a 35-hour work week with flexible arrangements, generous leave provisions, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Recognized qualification in Librarianship or equivalent experience in a public library.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills for maintaining strong relationships.
• Ability to manage existing projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead library programs that inspire reading.
• Monitor and report key performance indicators in Library Programs.
• Develop innovative reader-centric services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Project delivery

Education

Librarianship qualification recognized by ALIA

Complementary tertiary qualification with extensive library experience

Job description

Overview

Reader Innovations and Programs Librarian at Bayside City Council. Permanent position with a 35-hour week (Monday to Friday) plus rostered weekends. Location: All Bayside Library branches. Salary: Library Band 6 - $101,833.74 p.a. + 12% superannuation.

About Us

We are a passionate organisation, connected in our shared goal to be ‘sector leading’ in all that we do for the community and each other. Home to over 100,000 residents, Bayside City Council"s enduring purpose is building extraordinary places, thriving communities, and better futures.

Bayside Council is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing an accessible and safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, diversity, and inclusion. Our organisational strategy focuses on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Customer Experience and Results Matter.

We want everyone to be as proud of what we are achieving—and excited about our future—as we are, and we are committed to working together to achieve this.

About the Role

Bayside Libraries are looking for a passionate and creative librarian to lead the development and delivery of programs that inspire a love of reading and literature within our community. In this role, you’ll design and coordinate engaging events, initiatives, and innovative reader activities for adults across our Libraries, helping to build a vibrant culture of lifelong learning. You will work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure programs are high-quality, inclusive, and responsive to community needs. This position offers variety and flexibility, with opportunities to work across all Bayside Library locations.

You will be responsible for:

• Collaborating with library staff to design library programs
• Monitoring, reporting upon and being accountable for key performance indicators in Library Programs
• Leading the process of assessing, prioritising and ensuring the delivery of the programs within Bayside Libraries (12-month) schedule
• Developing innovative reader-centric services

Key Selection Criteria

To be successful in this role, you will bring the following skills and competencies:

• Librarianship qualification recognised by ALIA (Australian Library and Information Association) or a complementary tertiary qualification with extensive equivalent experience in a public library setting
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain strong workplace relationships across all levels
• The confidence and ability to step into existing projects and hit the ground running
• A highly organised individual who can ensure the organisation continues to meet its strategy and plan commitments through project, program, and initiative delivery

Mandatory pre-employment requirements

• Be willing to undergo and complete a satisfactory criminal history check
• Provide or obtain an employment-based Working with Children check
• A current Victorian Driver’s licence

What we can offer you in return

• A work-life balance through flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Generous leave provisions, including accrued time off, parental leave, wellbeing leave, cultural and ceremonial leave, gender affirmation leave, and the option to purchase up to four weeks additional leave per year
• Dedicated staff wellbeing programs, events and gym membership discounts
• Learning and development opportunities to grow and thrive
• A Parkland-surrounded office within a short walk to the beach
• Free onsite staff parking plus hybrid vehicles available for work-related travel

How to apply

• Review the Position Description on Bayside City Council Careers page to understand role responsibilities
• Provide a cover letter responding to the Key Selection Criteria and explain what motivates you to apply
• Click Apply to submit your application
• If you require reasonable adjustment at any point during the recruitment process, please contact the Hiring Manager

Applications close: Monday 19 January 2026, 11:55pm

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Trevor MacKay, Library Resource & Program Coordinator on 03 9261 7812 or via email [e-mail]

Bayside City Council prides itself on its values of Respect Each Other, Own It, Work Together and Find Better Ways.

Bayside City Council acknowledges the Bunurong People of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this land, and pays respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, as well as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community members with us today.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment. We actively encourage applicants with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQA+ people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this opportunity.