Senior Library Officer
Job No:
SSC1490
Location:
Sutherland Shire
Are you ready to take the next step in your career with Sutherland Shire Council Libraries?
An opportunity has become available for an experienced and motivated team member to step into the role of Senior Library Officer. This position plays a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of high-quality, customer-focused library services across our branches.
As a Senior Library Officer, you will work closely with the Customer Services Team Leader and Coordinator customer Service to supervise and support staff, coordinate daily operations and contribute to the planning and delivery of programs, services and initiatives that meet community needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership, mentoring and support to the Customer Service team
- Oversee branch operations, rostering, and daily service continuity
- Resolve customer queries and contribute to an exceptional user experience
- Support staff development and onboarding of new team members
- Assist in the planning, delivery and evaluation of library programs and outreach
What We’re Looking For
- Diploma (or higher qualification) in Library & Information Services (or nearing completion)
- Proven experience in public libraries, with supervisory or team leadership responsibilities
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Working with Children Check
- HLTAID003 Provide First Aid (or willingness to complete within 3 months – Council will arrange)
- Driver’s licence desirable
Join our Team and Grow with Us!
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!
- Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
- Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 7th September 2025.
- Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the job ad closing.
- Package: $82,602 - $87,556 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
- Hours of work: Full-time 35 hours per week, you will have the option of a 19 day month through Council’s flex system. Applicants must be available work a range of shifts across a 7 day spread, between the hours of 8:00am - 9:00pm to support the operational requirements of the libraries.
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
This is an internal only advertised position. Only current employees of Sutherland Shire Council are eligible to apply.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Reach out to Amber Johnson, Coordinator Library Experience AMJohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, JJohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.
Click on the link to check out the Position Description