The Opportunity
To efficiently and effectively coordinate Council’s Library and Information Services to the community within legislative requirements and Council policies.
About Us
Banana Shire is situated in Central Queensland, Australia located 120 km west of the growing industrial city and port of Gladstone - and an easy drive to the city of Rockhampton.
Our population is approximately 15,000 people spread over 28,577 square kilometres. Major industries in the area include Coal Mining, Power Generation, Beef Production, dryland cropping and irrigation such as Lucerne and Cotton.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver a high standard of customer service in the community in a library setting, including responding to the needs of the community
- Supervise, lead and maximise the performance of the Library and Information Services Team
- Manage collection development, information and reference services
- Oversee and grow the Mobile Library Service operations
- Act as Systems Administrator for the Library Management System
- Promote and market library and information services throughout the Shire
- Source alternative funding though grant applications, sponsorships/partnerships with service providers
- Oversee the collation and maintenance of statistics • Plan and coordinate improvements to equipment and library buildings
- Encourage, attract and manage volunteers to assist in the provision of services and activities
- Prepare and monitor the Library and Information Services budget, including providing quarterly reports and timely reports on variations to the Manager
- Promote the image of Council and the maximise good public relations
- Liaise with clients, other Council staff, the public, consultants, utility and government authorities in the performance of duties including providing and obtaining information
- Undertake other relevant duties as directed
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCE REQUIREMENTS
Mandatory
- Degree and/or Diploma in Library and Information Services, Community Services or equivalent experience
- Current ‘Working With Children’ Blue Card
- Current class C drivers licence Desirable
- Degree / Graduate Diploma in Library and Information Services
ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
Mandatory
- Leadership and coordination skills, with the ability to stimulate a high level of performance and foster teamwork throughout the Shire
- Demonstrated commitment and ability to lead the provision of quality customer service in a library and information services environment
- High level of understanding and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices
Desirable
- Demonstrated skills in budget development and monitoring, planning and policy formation
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to produce high quality reports
- Advocacy skills to champion the library services via various medium.
How to Apply
Information on how to apply is in our application package, which can be obtained from our website www.banana.qld.gov.au or by calling 07 4992 9500.
Applications close: 30 September 2025