Community Engagement Librarian - Local History
Williamstown Library - 104 Ferguson St, Williamstown VIC 3016
* Curate local history materials in this rewarding role
* Permanent Full Time - 35 hours per week
* Band 5 - $75,511 - $87,624 prorata + superannuation + RDO
The Hobsons Bay City Council Community Learning and Service Centres department is currently seeking applications for the position of Community Engagement Librarian - Local History. This fulfilling role provides the opportunity to contribute to innovative library services, manage local history materials, and engage with our community in meaningful ways.
What you’ll be working on:
1. Gathering, curation, and preservation of local history materials in physical and digital formats.
2. Planning, delivering, and evaluating community programs, outreach, and services to maximize community participation.
3. Assisting library users with reference and information enquiries and supporting public access technology use.
4. Participating in collection management and promoting library services and events.
5. Providing specialist advice to the department's senior leadership team.
What you need to succeed:
1. Tertiary qualification in information management, community development, history, or a related discipline.
2. Experience in planning and delivering local and family history services and heritage research.
3. Experience in digitization and preservation of heritage materials.
4. High-level computer skills and interest in relevant technologies.
5. Strong communication, customer focus, and problem-solving abilities.
Why you should apply:
Collaborate closely with the Team Leader Library Services and Lifelong Learning to develop and implement programs, services, and collections that meet our community's needs and align with Council's strategic goals. This role offers the chance to lead in building strong relationships and partnerships between the community and our services.
How to apply:
Follow the links to send us:
* Your cover letter
* Resume
Please note: We do not require the selection criteria to be addressed in a separate document. The position description can be accessed below.
To find out more about the role, please contact Renee Davy, Team Leader Library Services and Lifelong Learning, at or (03) 9932 3048.
Applications will be accepted until 11:30 pm, Sunday, 25 May 2025.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
* Progressed candidates will be required to complete a National Police Check & WWCC.
* Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or hold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted working rights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Make an impact that matters!
At Hobsons Bay, we work as one to achieve exceptional outcomes for our community. We shape precincts, build community infrastructure, and deliver positive environmental, social, and economic outcomes through programs and policies, providing over 120 services to strengthen our diverse community.
If you're ready to rise to the challenge of making a real difference, join us to help create a community and city that is inclusive, empowered, sustainable, and visionary.
What we can offer:
* Hybrid working arrangements with newly renovated office facilities in the Civic Centre.
* Ongoing professional development opportunities, as your career matters to us!
* An employee assistance program and wellbeing initiatives, including Yoga and Pilates classes, walking clubs, and more.
We are a proud, inclusive employer. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply. Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe, and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed.
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