TEMPORARY SSO3 - MANAGER, SCHOOL COMMUNITY LIBRARY OPERATIONS AND SERVICES

Department for Education, South Australia; Riverton; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 93,000; Part time

Job summary

Department for Education, South Australia is seeking a passionate leader to head Riverton School Community Library, guiding daily operations and building a welcoming, learning-focused space for students and the local community.

You will coordinate staff and volunteers, design programs, foster partnerships with Riverton and District High School and Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council, and promote lifelong learning in a rural setting with flexible hours and part-time arrangements.

Qualifications

• We value a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences and encourage all suitable applicants to apply.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the library.
• Lead and support staff and volunteers.
• Develop engaging programs for students and the wider community.
• Deliver high-quality library services with strong community partnerships.

Job description

Position Descriptor

Love libraries, community connections and making a difference? This is an exciting opportunity to lead our School Community Library and help create a welcoming, vibrant space for learning, discovery and connection.

Position No: 2027-0795-SS3-B-0-1
Applications Close: 28/10/2026 11:30 PM

Love libraries, community connections and making a difference? This is an exciting opportunity to lead our School Community Library and help create a welcoming, vibrant space for learning, discovery and connection.

Working in partnership with Riverton and District High School and Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the library, lead and support staff and volunteers, develop engaging programs, and deliver high-quality library services for students and the wider community.

This varied and rewarding role offers the opportunity to build strong relationships, bring fresh ideas to life and make a meaningful contribution to our regional community.

Enjoy the lifestyle of the beautiful Gilbert Valley, with a friendly community, a strong local identity and the Clare Valley on your doorstep.

Flexible working arrangements are available, with work days negotiable with other library staff.

If you are an enthusiastic, organised and community-minded leader who is passionate about libraries and lifelong learning, we would love to hear from you! Please note the salary amount may differ from that advertised. Salary is dependent upon your current employment status with the Department for Education, tenure and hours per week. The salary stated is based on an employee working 52 weeks per annum, full time equivalent. The successful applicant will be employed under the appropriate mode of employment.

Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered.

Site: Riverton and District High School
Local Partnership: Lower Mid North
Tenure: 20/01/2027 to 26/01/2028
Hours Per Week: 18.75
Roster: (may be negotiable) Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Starting 18/01/2027 0.00 6.25 6.25 6.25 0.00 0.00 0.00
Classification: SSO03 - SSO Level 3
Conditions: $85,566 - $92,870 per annum FTE / Leave Conditions
Major Function(s) / Skill(s): Community Library
Information: Joelene Anderson
phone [phone]
School Website: http://www.rdhs.sa.edu.au

Job and Person Specification Eligibility and Application Instructions

We value a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences and encourage all suitable applicants to apply. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.