Job Task Analysis - Library Coordinator

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• Join us in making a difference – Library Branch Coordinator role
• Work Type: Full time
• $98,266 - $107,214 per annum (dependant on experience) plus superannuation
• Based at Parkdale, Clarinda and Westall libraries, but working across all 8 sites as required

About the team

Kingston Libraries spans 80+ staff, 8 branches, 376 hours of weekly service delivery, a million annual loans, over 2,000 programs/events and almost 400,000 visitors annually. There are three branch coordinators within the library leadership team – each responsible for 2-3 branches.

About the role:

We are looking for an experienced Branch Coordinator to join Kingston Libraries and lead the Parkdale team, with responsibility for Parkdale, Clarinda and Westall libraries. The Branch Coordinator role coordinates day-to-day high quality, customer-focused library services across multiple sites, with a strong emphasis on leadership, information services, reader development, digital inclusion and community engagement.

This is a leadership role responsible for supporting staff, allocating tasks, daily branch rosters, responding to complex customer behaviour (including de-escalation), and ensuring safe, welcoming and functional library environments.

The position works within Council policies and procedures and contributes to continuous improvement aligned to Kingston Libraries service standards and strategic direction. This is a band 6, full-time role (35hrs per week), including one evening shift a fortnight, and additional weekend shifts (1 in 4 Saturdays and 1 in 8 Sundays).

Other Responsibilities include:       

• Leading a team of people to deliver high quality information and customer service across multiple sites
• Coordination of library operations and services across multiple sites, including customer service shifts
• Community engagement and program delivery to promote services and collections
• Contribution to service development and improvement

Your Skills and Experience 

• Professional library and information services qualification (eligible for Associate membership of ALIA) and experience working as a librarian including reader advisory, digital literacy, collection management, and programs.
• Experience working in and leading diverse teams across multiple sites 
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively across multiple sites and teams to achieve collective goals

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.

How to Apply 

To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal.  Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies

Enquiries:

For any inquiries about the position, please contact Shelley Gasperino, Team Leader Library Customer Service, at library@kingston.vic.gov.au or call 1300 135 668.

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au

About Kingston 

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

What’s on Offer at Kingston?

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us: 

• Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Access to Time in Lieu (Full time employees only)
• Purchase leave options
• Career development opportunities,
• Study/development assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Social club events
• Close to Public transport
• Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.