Coordinator Library Branches

Closing Date
Contact Officer
Michelle Falson
Contact Number
(02) 4780 5033
Location
Blue Mountains City Council, NSW

Coordinator Library Branches - V26/10046

Position Description

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This exciting new role will coordinate and lead the Library Branch Library operations including the day-to-day running of a large library service, risk management and facility oversight of the six (6) Branch Libraries in the Blue Mountains.  The person will coordinate and lead Branch Library staff with rostering, planning, oversight, support, guidance, change leadership and give direction to multiple teams of employees.  As part of the Library’s leadership team, this role will participate in library wide planning, policy development and new initiatives to contribute to continual improvement, ensure the maintenance of Branch Library relevance to the community, and help all staff to understand and support the Library Service’s long-term vision and operational planning.

You will have:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Library/Information studies, recognised by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). 
  • Proven and extensive experience in leading and commitment to customer service.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team – especially across multiple sites. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, including effective conflict resolution skills.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills.
  • Demonstrated practical experience and skills with library systems and technology.
  • Proven ability to initiate, lead and adapt to change.
  • Thorough knowledge of and commitment to Work, Health and Safety systems and issues. Understanding of Equal Employment Opportunity principles.

Remuneration: base salary commencing at $92,709 gross per annum
 + 12% superannuation 
 + performance payment 1% - 3.5% annual salary 
 + annual award increase
 

For further information contact: Michelle Falson on (02) 4780 5033.
Closing date: 19 July 2026.

Applications must address the Essential Criteria.

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

Download: How to apply for a vacancy

Be sure to read the How to Apply for a Vacancy document for information on Council’s Recruitment & Selection process.