Library Assistant - Hallidays Point Library

Are you looking for the right career and lifestyle move?  Do you want to make an impact on the future of the community you live in?  Here's your opportunity to kick a career goal while you enjoy an incredible lifestyle on the beautiful Barrington Coast. 

The role

MidCoast Council Libraries are a foundational part of our local communities, where members and visitors can explore their creativity, engage in literacy and life long learning programs, access a multitude of physical and digital collections and resources, and engage with fellow community members in community and cultural events. 

Our Library Assistants support our community by providing a positive customer service experience and creating an environment which promotes a love of reading and learning. We currently have a temporary Library Assistant position to cover maternity leave at our Hallidays Point Library. 

Our Library Assistants are responsible for;

• greeting community members and fostering a welcoming and inclusive library space
• completing customer transactions and assisting with enquiries
• carrying out day-to-day Library operations such as assisting with promotional displays, shelving books and general tidying
• providing technological support to individuals accessing computer and internet services, digital collections, and library technologies 
• supporting the delivery of library events and programs

Requirements for the role include;

• A passion and commitment for delivering a high level of customer service
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with navigating standard PC software applications
• Current Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain

What we offer?

We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development. Click here to find out more. 

The package: $29.82 p/hour plus superannuation (negotiable based on skills and experience). 

Location: This position will be based at Hallidays Point Library, 87 High Street, Hallidays Point.

Tenure:

• Maximum term position to February 2026 
• 17.5 hours per week - 3.5 hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
• Additional Saturdays will also be required

Closing date: Sunday 26 January 2025 at 11.30 pm.

Want to know more?

Please review the position description in PDF or Word formats

For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Sue De Souza, Branch Librarian who is the hiring manager for this role. Sue can be reached on (02) 7955 7001 or [email protected].

For enquiries regarding the application process please contact Josie Reardon, HR Officer who is the HR representative for this role. Josie can be reached on (02) 7955 7328 or at [email protected].

How to apply: 

• When responding to the questions below, please include detailed and relevant examples of your skills and experience. Using the STAR method can help you prepare clear and concise responses using real-life examples. For more information regarding the STAR method, please click on this link.
• Please avoid using AI to generate responses to answer the questions in your application.
• You have the option to save your application prior to submitting, however please ensure you don't forget to submit your application before the closing date.
• Click the "NEXT" button at the bottom of the application form to attach your resume. We recommend using Pdf formatting where possible.
• Attaching a Cover Letter is not a requirement of the application process. However, there is an 'optional field' to attach a Cover Letter, if you wish to do so.
• We will be in touch via email.

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important resource and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do.  We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Right now, we are investing heavily in our organisation, and our people. Our Administration Centre is a state-of-the-art facility designed to inspire innovation, creativity and collaboration. The building has been named ‘Yalawanyi Ganya’ which means “sitting/meeting place” in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region.

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value. 

Our commitment

At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We’re a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.