Library Assistant

Closing Date
Contact Officer
Heidi Colquhoun
Contact Number
M: 0457109142
Location
Blue Mountains City Council, NSW

 

Library Assistant - V25/9792

Position Description

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Blue Mountains Library is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic individual to work full-time as a Library Assistant, based at Springwood Library. The successful candidate will have:Higher School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent.Demonstrated ability to deliver efficient and enthusiastic Customer Service in response to changing needs.Demonstrated ability to assist clients in the use of technology and basic trouble-shooting assistance.Demonstrated ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure and with an attention to detail.Demonstrated good written and verbal communication skills.Demonstrated team experience that shows an ability to work with initiative and flexibility.Full list of essential and desirable criteria in Position Description.This position is full-time Mon – Fri 9.30am – 6.15pm (7.75h/60min lunch break) with an RDO every fortnight.  Please note that it is a requirement of this position and condition of employment of this role for the successful candidate to agree to RDO on a Wednesday each fortnight (week 1)

This full-time permanent position is a great opportunity for an individual with experience in collaborative teamwork, a friendly and approachable nature and with strong interpersonal and communication skills. The position involves assisting with the provision of courteous, efficient library circulation services, responding to enquiries, shelving and collection maintenance. While this role is predominantly based at Springwood Library, the position holder can be required to work at any of the six Blue Mountains Library branches.

Candidates not selected for the role but deemed suitable will be added to an eligibility list for the casual Library Assistant pool.


Remuneration: base salary commencing at $56,437  gross per annum 
+ 12% superannuation 
+ performance payment 1% - 3.5% annual salary 
+ annual award increase
For further information contact: Heidi Colquhoun on 0457109142
Closing date: 14 September 2025.
 

Applications must address the Essential Criteria.

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Application Information

Please download the position description for the position you are interested in and information on how to apply for a vacancy.       

Applications, which address the selection criteria, be accompanied by a resume, references and copies of qualifications should be emailed to hresources@bmcc.nsw.gov.au prior to closing date.          

If you are unable to get access to a computer, hardcopy applications may be posted to:        

Staff Applications        
Blue Mountains City Council        
Locked Bag 1005        
KATOOMBA NSW 2780

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