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Library Assistant

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Sutherland Shire, New South WalesDescriptionWe’re looking for an enthusiastic Library Assistant to join our friendly team across Sutherland Shire Libraries and help deliver outstanding customer experiences every day.Why You’ll Love This RoleAs a Library Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of our library service - welcoming visitors, supporting learning and keeping our spaces running smoothly. Every day brings something new: helping customers use technology, assisting with library programs, presenting children’s activities, or simply guiding someone to their next great read.You’ll be part of a supportive team that values collaboration, creativity and community impact.What You’ll Be DoingDelivering excellent customer service across library and customer service pointsAssisting with lending services including loans, returns, membership and shelvingHelping customers navigate digital resources, technology and emerging toolsSupporting and promoting library programs, events and community initiativesPresenting children’s and young adult activities (training provided!)Assisting with administrative tasksHelping maintain a safe, welcoming and well-presented library environmentJoin our Team and Grow with Us!If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council! Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!Get your application in by 11.59pm: Tuesday 25th November 2025.Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of job ad closing.Package: $61,515 - $65,203 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.Hours of work: Multiple opportunities exist. Temporary and permanent, part-time and full-time. Applicants must be available to work a range of shifts across a 7 day spread, between the hours of 8:00am - 9:00pm to support the operational requirements of the libraries. To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.Reach out to Amber Johnson, Coordinator Library Experience, AMJohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, JJohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.Click on the link to check out the Position DescriptionCouncil is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.Apply for this roleVisit siteShare

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