Library Officer
- Closing date: 8/04/2026 11:59 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
- Location: Hawkesbury NSW
- Department: Arts and Culture
- Employment type: Part-Time
- Work Arrangement: On-site
Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.
- Great team environment $35.69 per hour + 12% superannuation
- Temporary Part-Time position available - 6 Months
- Fitness Passport Option
Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.
Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
The Role
Reporting to the Customer Services Librarian and based between Windsor and Richmond Branch libraries, this position participates in the delivery of responsive, high quality, friendly and efficient Library services and programs, relevant to the needs of the Hawkesbury community.
There is currently a temporary part-time position available as Library Officer – Customer Services. The successful candidate will be available to work to following roster each week:
About You
You consistently deliver high-quality customer service and demonstrate the flexibility to manage diverse tasks at once. Your work reflects accuracy and attention to detail, supported by motivation and enthusiasm to serve the community that rely on Library Services.
Essential Criteria
- Diploma of Library and Information Services or equivalent and relevant qualification and extensive Library experience
- Demonstrated ability to deliver quality customer service by determining customer needs and achieving quality outcomes
- Confident and experienced with using digital, online and 2.0 web technology
- Information research and retrieval skills
- Excellent public manner and ability to communicate well with a wide range of people
- Ability to work as part of a team environment, contribute to service improvements and adapt to change
- Ability to carry out duties and responsibilities of the position with the minimum of supervision on a day-to-day basis
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to become skilled with unfamiliar software and technology in general
- Demonstrated understanding of Equal Employment Opportunities and Work Health and Safety requirements
- Working with Children Check (WWCC)
The Rewards
There are many benefits to working at Hawkesbury Council, including:
- Great working environment
- Employee Reward and Recognition program
- Fitness Passport Option
- Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
- Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family
To Apply
For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au
Applications close Wednesday, 8th April 2026
Suitably qualified candidates who have been interviewed may, by agreement, have their applications retained on file for up to six months and be considered for future casual roles through an eligibility list.
Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing of your application.
Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.
Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.
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