Burwood Council

Outreach Services Librarian

• Permanent full-time position
  available!

• Are you passionate about connecting
  people with life-changing stories and resources? Join our dynamic team at
  Burwood Library and Community Hub!
• Base annual rate of $79,964.83 -
  $93,914.81 + 11.5% Superannuation

About us:

Burwood Council is a vibrant hub in
Sydney’s Inner West, recognised as a Strategic Centre by the NSW State
Government. With its thriving business district, cultural diversity, and
well-designed public spaces, Burwood is at the heart of a forward-thinking
community.

Our Library and Community Hub is an
energetic and inspiring workplace with a Strategic Plan offering an innovative
pathway for the Library team, and includes ambitious and exciting opportunities
for staff to strengthen the Burwood Community by supporting literacy, digital
connection, creativity and life-long education.

The Library team is a passionate
group who embody our library values of professionalism, collaboration,
inclusion and community driven service. The library is a welcoming place that
enriches our diverse community with opportunities to inspire, learn, connect
and belong.

At Burwood, we value our people as
our greatest asset. Join us as we work towards achieving our ambitious
Community Strategic Plan 2036.

Read on further if you would like to
join us.

Your Position:

The Outreach Services Librarian is a
new role created to enable and encourage access to library collections through
the development of outreach services, promotion of library material and
provision of offsite library touch points. In this exciting role, you'll:

• Spearhead innovative outreach
  programs that bring library services directly to the Burwood community
• Build meaningful partnerships with
  local organisations and internal partners to expand our impact
• Lead our vital Home Library Service,
  collaborating with our Outreach Services Officer to ensure everyone has access
  to our collections
• Shape our adult fiction collection
  with your expert curation skills and passion for books
• Create eye-catching displays and
  promotions that inspire readers
• Deliver exceptional customer
  experiences as part of our collaborative team

If you love books, people, and making
a difference in your community, we want to hear from you!

To be successful in this role, you
will have:

• Degree in Library & Information
  Services recognised by ALIA and minimum two years’ relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated broad knowledge of
  popular authors, titles and genres of fiction and non-fiction.
• Demonstrated experience in the
  provision of high quality information and frontline services, preferably in a
  public library.
• High-level communication skills and
  the ability to liaise effectively and sensitively with a range of individuals,
  agencies and community organisations.
• Demonstrated high-level
  organisational and interpersonal skills including the ability to think
  critically and analytically.

For more information on this role and
the responsibilities, please view the Position Description.

Working
hours:

• 35 hours per week
• Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm except
• Every second Thursday when you will be
  required to work 12 pm to 8 pm
• A rostered Saturday shift working 11 am to 4 pm every 8 to 10 weeks
• Time in Lieu working arrangements will be in
  place and are negotiated in consideration of the roster and by mutual
  agreement with the Team Leader Customer Experience

Key Requirements:

• Current and valid Working With
  Children Check
• NSW Driver’s Licence (Class C)
• Pre-employment medical confirming
  fitness for the role arranged by Council
• National Criminal Record Check (NCRC)
  required
• First Aid Certificate or the
  willingness to obtain one

Culture & Benefits:

• Health & Well-being initiatives
  (flu vaccinations, skin checks).
• Access to Fitness Passport
  membership.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
  (EAP).

Enquiries:

For further information about this
role, please refer to the Position Description or contact Danielle McQuoid,
Manager Library & Community Hub on 0481 066 953.

If you need assistance with your
application, any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you
would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact Casey
Feeney, People & Culture Advisor on 02 9078 6135.

How to apply:

Click “Apply now” and follow the
prompts. Applications should include your resume, cover letter and responses to
the online questions.

Closing date:

11:59pm on Sunday 4 May 2025.

At Burwood Council we celebrate
diversity, value inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds,
experiences and perspectives. We are committed to creating an environment where
every member of our team feels respected, supported and inspired to contribute
their unique skills and talents for a better Burwood.

In serving our community, we are also
proud to be a child safe organisation.