Team Leader Library Collections

Liverpool City Council; Liverpool; On-site; AUD 103,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to fitness passport

Professional development opportunities

Study assistance for further education

Job summary

Liverpool City Council is seeking a dynamic Team Leader for Library Collections to guide six libraries, including major galleries, and to shape reading, discovery and learning for the community.

You will manage staff, develop collections within budget, and build partnerships with suppliers and partners to reflect community needs and voices. A relevant degree and public library experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or post graduate in Library and Information Studies or related discipline.
• Eligibility for associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association.
• Experience leading public library services and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Library Collections team across multiple libraries.
• Oversee cataloguing, collections development and budget planning.
• Build partnerships with suppliers and internal/external stakeholders.
• Plan promotional activities to grow and diversify collections.

Skills

Team leadership

Library collections development

Budget management

Policy development

Staff training

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Library and Information Studies degree

Job description

Do you love books, culture, community and the future of information access? Ready to lead a team shaping what people read, discover and learn?
Liverpool City Council is looking for a dynamic, creative and community‑minded Team Leader to drive the next chapter of our Collections & Information Services.
This role is perfect for someone who's passionate about storytelling, diverse voices, digital discovery and building collections that actually reflect the people who use them.

JOB DETAILS:

Permanent Full Time 35 hours, 5 days/ week across a 7-day bandwidth $103,401.23 to $113,301.30 + Super

JOB DESCRIPTION

Liverpool Council's Library and Museum Services operates six libraries, including the Internationally recognised Yellamundie Library and Gallery, Finalist in the IFLA International Public Library of the year 2024. The service welcomed more than 650,000 in person visitors per year, and nearly 1,000,000 loans. The Team Leader Library Collections ensures consistent delivery and continuous improvement of library collections across our libraries. The position is responsible for maintaining and building library collections that meets the recreational, informational and literacy needs of the community and plays a significant part in building and maintaining partnerships with suppliers and other internal and external stakeholders. Familiarity with library collections, cataloguing and budget experience is preferred for the role, as is experience in managing staff. You'll support staff growth, keep the vibe collaborative and inclusive, and jump onto the front desk when needed - even for the occasional night or weekend shift.

ABOUT YOU

• A degree or post graduate in Library and Information Studies, conferring eligibility for associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association or relevant tertiary qualifications in a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years' experience working in a public library and a customer service environment.
• Developing and leading a team, including the support, supervision and training of staff.
• Experience in formulating and drafting new policies, procedures programs and reporting processes.
• Ability to plan, resource and implement promotional activities in the area of collection development.
• Experience in developing collections in various formats within budget limits.
• Strategic planning, budget management and service improvement capability.
• Proven experience in supervising a service, including the provision of quality collection services.
• Class C Drivers Licence

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

• Salary will be dependent on the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant within the specified range.
• Access to fitness passport
• Be part of a passionate, energetic, and supportive multi-disciplinary team.
• Great office location in the heart of the Liverpool CBD and with subsidised parking available.
• Professional development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education.

This position is subject to a working with children check and prohibited persons are not eligible to apply.
All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.
To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Ken McElroy Talent Acquisition Partner at ********@liverpool.nsw.gov.au

CLOSING @8PM 16 November