Overview
The Heart of Tenterfield
Tenterfield Shire Council is located in the picturesque New England Region of Recent South Wales and proudly holds the title "Birthplace Of The Australian Nation." As a rural medium-sized Council, it offers a lifestyle and career balance with easy access to Northern NSW's beaches, Queensland's Granite Belt, and the wider Brisbane region. Our mission is to showcase quality nature, quality heritage and quality lifestyle. We are a close-knit and dedicated team that cultivates a community spirit and promotes equal opportunities and access to all services.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do and are central to our success. In this role, you will be working with a team that feels empowered and challenged while fostering an emphasis on work/life balance.
Salary and Benefits
Salary range of $70,000 – $80,500 p.a. + 12% Super
9-day fortnight, 4 weeks annual leave, and 15 days sick leave
Relocation assistance + short-term rental subsidy available
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Position
More Than Books: Your Impact Starts Here
Tenterfield Shire Council is looking for a full-time
Library Information & Programs Officer
, based in
Tenterfield, NSW
. Reporting to the Librarian, you'll support daily library operations and lead the development and delivery of community-facing programs that serve children, youth, seniors, and lifelong learners.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Maintaining library resources and systems using Libero LMS
Assisting with circulation, inter-library loans, reference, and branch exchanges
Delivering excellent customer service across a diverse community
Developing and delivering programs for children, youth, and seniors
Contributing to the planning, promotion, and evaluation of community programs
Assisting with grant applications, reporting, and financial administration
Managing data collection and research for library reporting and funding
Supporting Home Library Services and mobile library deliveries to remote areas
Participating in acquisitions planning and service improvement initiatives
Undertaking general library duties including cataloguing, shelving, and admin
Qualifications and Experience
To read the full position description, please click here
Candidates with experience in education, community development, or other people-focused environments are encouraged to apply.
To Qualify, you'll need demonstrated experience working in a library or closely related setting, along with a Certificate IV in Library and Information Services (or willingness to obtain). You must also hold:
A valid NSW Working with Children Check
A NSW Class C Driver's Licence (essential for branch delivery and outreach work)
Additionally, the following skills, background and checks are highly valued:
Experience with Libero Library Management System
Background in program design, delivery, and evaluation
Previous leadership or team coordination experience
Familiarity with grant funding, reporting, and acquittals
Ability to work with stakeholders across all age groups and backgrounds
You'll be tech-savvy, confident using a range of digital platforms, and able to support programs, reporting, and community engagement through effective use of library technologies and software. You'll also bring strong skills in research, data collection, and analytics to support evidence-based programming and funding applications.
As our ideal candidate, you are proactive, mature, and take initiative without waiting for instruction. You're a true team player with strong organisational skills, capable of juggling core library operations with program development. You'll thrive in a role where no two days are the same, and you're empowered to make a real difference in your community.
Rewards and How to Apply
Be Part of Tenterfield's Story
If you\'re a proactive and detail-oriented administrator who excels in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you. Take the next step in your career with Tenterfield Shire Council - APPLY NOW!
Please Note: Successful candidates will be required to complete a current National Police Check prior to employment.
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