Location: Nowra Library, 10 Berry St Nowra
Hours: 15 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Part-time
Applications close: Tuesday, 17 March 2026 (at midnight)
Description
* Permanent / Part Time
* Salary: $27,517 - $30,928 (pro rata) gross p.a. plus 12% Super
* 15 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
* Located at Nowra Library, 10 Berry St Nowra
* Applications close: Tuesday, 17 March 2026 (at midnight)
About The Role
Provide high level administrative support to facilitate the work commitments of the Library Services Manager and the Library team emphasizing excellent customer service/relations skills; and the efficient operation of the Library Section. This includes:
* Provide high level administrative assistance to the Library Services Manager and the Library Team to assist in the efficient day to day running of the Library Section.
* Research information as requested by the Manager to assist with the provision of accurate and timely information for decision making and responding to specific enquiries.
* Arrange meetings, agendas and catering for the Library & Community Services Section using Microsoft Outlook and Daily Diary.
Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.
About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:
* TAFE Certificate in Secretarial Studies / Office Administration or extensive experience in a similar role
* Class C Driver's Licence
* Proof of Australian residency or citizenship
We are seeking a highly organised and professional individual who provides strong administrative support and delivers excellent customer service. They should communicate well, manage priorities with ease, and help ensure smooth, efficient operations for the Library Services Manager and team.
How To Apply
To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.
In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.
* At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
* Please outline how you meet the essential criteria for this position including skills, qualifications, certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
* How do you manage your time to ensure deadlines are met with conflicting priorities?
Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Medium Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.
For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Council's website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253.
Applications Close: Tuesday, 17 March 2026 (at midnight)
If you have any questions about this role, please contact Nicole Lonesborough - Library Services Manager - 02 4429 3714.
Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.
Benefits Include
* Generous leave entitlements
* Long Service Leave after 5 years
* Option of flexitime for indoor staff
* 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
* Flexible and remote working arrangements
* Novated lease arrangements available
* Opportunities for professional development and training
* Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
* Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies
Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and applicants with disability can request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.
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