Introduction
Broken Hill City Council is offering a rare opportunity to manage a brand new library facility, with Council's new $15m library set to launch in April 2026.
The successful applicant will enjoy all the benefits and comforts that come with a new purpose-built facility, along with the exciting opportunity to oversee and deliver a new era of library services to the people of Broken Hill.
Reporting directly to the Director Corporate and Community, you will support Broken Hill City Council in maximising innovative and cost-effective services that meet community needs, as well as developing long-term goals of the library within a framework which takes account of the changing nature of the delivery of library services in the twenty-first century.
Description
As Library Manager you will lead the Library Services team in delivering high-quality library programs/ information resources/services and educational programs that support learning, literacy and social inclusion for community members and visitors to the city.
As an experienced leader, you are adept at managing team workflows to meet the desired outcomes and can engage key stakeholders to implement change. You will have demonstrated experience in budget preparation and monitoring, staff/volunteer performance management and project coordination. You create high-performance workplaces in a customer driven environment.
We are seeking an individual that has previous experience mentoring staff and leading by example. Your values will closely align with Council's adopted values Accountability, Perseverance, Pride, Courage & Honesty, Teamwork, and you will thrive on the opportunity to drive collaboration, innovation, and enthusiasm.
Broken Hill City Council has entered an exciting new era of progression, development and change. We are recognised as Australia's First Nationally Heritage Listed City, are a powerhouse for renewable energies and are leading the way as a smart and sustainable community. We offer an exciting, vibrant and inclusive workplace with a wide variety of options for people from all backgrounds. We enjoy a great lifestyle where work and play are only a stones throw away.
At Broken Hill City Council, we invest in our people through supported leadership development programs, coaching and targeted training initiatives.
A digital fly-through of the city's new library can be found here: Our New Library
The ideal candidate will possess and be able to demonstrate the following:
1. A 'can do' attitude focused on delivering outcomes.
2. Commitment to a values and behaviours leadership model and a preparedness to 'Play your Role'.
3. Building a culture where the 'organisation wide' adopted values and behaviours of the organisation are championed.
4. Commitment to embracing Councils customer service framework and to 'Think like the Customer'.
5. Commitment to continuous improvement and embracing change.
6. Have a commitment to the liveability of our community.
Benefits working for Council include:
7. Generous Award Conditions including 5 weeks of annual leave
8. Paid Long Service Leave after 5 years continuous service
9. Corporate Health and Well-being programs
10. Employee growth and development opportunities
11. Salary packaging options
12. Social Club
The appointment will be subject to:
13. Pre-employment Medical
14. National Police and Background Check
15. Reference Checks
Job reference: BHCC-LIB-01
Please click on link to Library Manager position description
Any questions about the role can be directed to Razija Nu'man, Director Corporate and Community, on
To apply for this role, Click Apply and provide Council with a cover letter (no more than 4 pages) that focuses on the essential requirements of the role (refer Position Description) and demonstrates your successes in previous roles, Please upload an up-to-date resume with at least two current work related referees.
Applications close Friday 6 March 2026 at 5pm (ACST)
Relocation and Market allowance may be offered to the preferred candidate.
Previous candidates need not apply.
Broken Hill City Council promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. People from Indigenous backgrounds, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application or would like to discuss the position further, please contact Council's People & Culture Department on and
Please note that the selection process can commence before the closing date and that the preferred candidate can be selected based on application and referee checks only.