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Education Officer
State Library of New South Wales
Learning I Mitchell Librarian, Learning, Scholarship and Outreach Division
Part-Time Ongoing role – 4 days per week
* Flexible working conditions and opportunity to work at one of NSW top cultural institutions
* Use your Visual Arts background to develop and deliver exceptional learning experiences
* Competitive remuneration package up to $123,696 p.a. full time equivalent (package includes salary between $73,879 - $109,127 p.a. full time equivalent, plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading)
About the State Library
The State Library of New South Wales is one of Australia's oldest and most important public institutions. The Library preserves and presents the history of our State and our Nation for the benefit of all, offering essential services, extraordinary collections and magical experiences. Its rich collections, both physical and digital, alongside partnerships with the public library network across NSW and other vibrant collaborations enable Australians to examine their past and imagine their future.
About the Role
We are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Education Officer to participate in the development, delivery, and evaluation of the State Library's learning programs, particularly those designed for K-12 students, teachers, children and families, students of the library and information profession and lifelong learners. We deliver learning programs onsite, online and on tour around NSW. This role involves developing and delivering programs for a variety of curriculum areas including History, Geography, English and Visual Arts.
In this role you will -
* Ensure the delivery of effective and engaging programs (onsite, online and on tour) across a range of subjects to enhance access and understanding of the Library collections and resources, for students and teachers, K–12, youth, families, lifelong learners, and students of the library and information profession.
* Contribute to the development and evaluation of creative and innovative programs and learning resources covering a variety of curricula for both onsite and online audiences.
* Contribute to the development of online learning resources which address curriculum outcomes.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have the following knowledge and experience:
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in primary, secondary or K-12 school education, together with teaching experience in a school at primary or secondary level or experience as an educator in a cultural organisation.
* A satisfactory Working With Children Check (WWCC).
* Current Class C NSW Drivers Licence.
* Currently holds a First Aid Certificate or is willing to obtain one if needed for operational requirements.
* Be willing to work on occasional weekends
What we offer
The State Library of NSW is a great place to work. We are a purpose-driven organisation, and you would be working with colleagues who are collaborative, knowledgeable, and like-minded.
Working at the Library gives you access to a range of benefits including:
* Flexible working arrangements
* A range of wellbeing events, lunchtime groups and initiatives like discounted gym programs, annual flu vaccinations and access to an employee assistance program
* Professional development opportunities including time off for study
* Staff discounts at the Library café and bookshop
* Staff engagement activities
How to apply
To apply for this role please provide a response to the following questions. Attach your answers as part of your application. Please keep question responses to a maximum 300 words and please respond to the shortlisting questions in your own words - we're looking to understand your perspective, not answers generated by AI tools.
Please ensure you attach an up-to-date copy of your CV as part of your application for the role.
* This role requires strong skills in developing and delivering engaging programs linking Library collections to K-12 students and family audiences across a variety of curriculum areas, with a focus on visual arts. Please outline your experience in teaching visual arts and provide an example of when you have developed and delivered a successful program.
* Strong skills and confidence in online delivery for school and family audiences are required across a range of subject areas. Please outline your experience in developing and/or delivering innovative programs in an online environment. Please use a different example from Question 1.
The State Library of NSW welcomes and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQI+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and workers of all ages.
Candidates can request a reasonable adjustment throughout each step of the recruitment process by noting this in your application or contacting the People and Culture Team via
Talent Pool
Applicants not initially offered a role but have been assessed through the recruitment process as being suitable will be placed in the Talent Pool to fill future ongoing and temporary vacancies as they arise. Placement in the Talent Pool remains valid for 18 months.
Eligibility to apply
To be eligible to apply for this role you must be either;
* an Australian citizen or
* a permanent resident of Australia, or
* a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport or a citizen of another country with an appropriate visa that allows you to work in Australia for the period of temporary employment or if you are seeking ongoing employment, you must hold a permanent visa that allows you to work in Australia.
Appointment to this role is subject to Pre-employment Checks. Additional checks may be required throughout your tenure at the Library should the accountabilities of your role change.
Further information that may assist you with applying for this role
Role Description (pdf)
Role Description (word)
Applying for a role in the NSW Public Service
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
State Library Accessibility Guide
The Guide for applying for roles at the State Library of NSW will assist you in completing your application and provide you with an understanding of the selection process.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Pauline Fitzgerald on or
Closing date for applications: 6 February 2026 at 10am.