Camden Council

Youth Librarian

Youth Librarian

SALARY: $81,771 - $93,707 p.a. + Super

Work Type: Permanent Full Time - 35 hours per week

Location: Camden Libraries - Camden, Narellan and Oran Park

• Enjoy a 35 hour working week (Monday - Sunday)
• Flexibility through flex leave provisions
• Health program including free flu vaccinations, skin checks, and health and wellbeing leave options
• Ample free parking onsite, close to shops
• Join an organisation committed to offering and supporting professional career development

Be a part of an evolving team and make a difference to the fast-growing Camden community.

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Youth Librarian to join our Library Programs Team.

Your passion and flair for contemporary library practices will see you develop and deliver innovative and inclusive community driven and informed programs for our youth.

Camden Council has three programs-based libraries with creative spaces and facilities, alternative lending collections and opportunities to reach our families in our community in new and innovative ways.

Come join an organisation with endless opportunities, where people choose to work because they are inspired by the chance to shape, influence and grow a community.

What We Offer

We are committed to offering and supporting development and employment opportunities to help people excel and build a lasting career. We offer generous learning and development opportunities as well as flexi time, access to employee benefits and education assistance.

We promote diversity in the workplace and have a culture that is inclusive, respectful and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all people.

As the community continues to grow, this opportunity will allow you to grow with it!

Essential:

• University level qualifications (Degree or Graduate Diploma) in Library and Information Science or equivalent, and eligibility for professional membership of ALIA
• Proven ability to develop and coordinate programs for young people with demonstrated knowledge of syllabus requirements and young people's development
• Proven ability to engage with all library customers and communicate effectively to provide high quality customer service
• Proven experience using technologies including web content and social networking technologies
• Current high level digital literacy skills, with the confidence to support customers with diverse technology including online and virtual collections and services, across multiple devices, platforms, apps and software
• General knowledge of library policies, practices, relevant legislation, and current trends in libraries
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to effectively organise and prioritise workloads
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment including new or emerging technologies
• Demonstrated ability to apply EEO and WHS
• Current Drivers Licence and Working with Children Check

Desirable:

• Experience delivering youth services in public libraries
• Grant writing experience

Please note the preferred applicant/s will be required to completed background checks, including a police check, Working with Children Check and pre-employment medical check.

Note: "The above position has been identified as a Child-Related position under the Child Protection laws in NSW. Applicants will be required to obtain / hold a Working With Children Check. For more information, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian.

Further Information: Bianca Luks, Team Leader Library Programs, 02 4645 5135

Closing Date for above position: 25/05/2026

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