Permanent part-time 28 hrs per week
$65,465 - $76,573 p.a. plus 12% super
Join a state-of-the-art library service

About the role

We are seeking a highly enthusiastic Collection Services Officer to join the Woollahra Libraries team on a permanent part-time basis.

In this role, you will work collaboratively with a team of Library Collection Service Officers who are responsible for providing an inspiring and relevant collection that anticipates customer needs across our three beautiful libraries at Double Bay, Paddington and Watsons Bay.

Working closely with the broader Woollahra Libraries team, the role also supports library operations, by contributing specialist knowledge to uphold excellent customer service.

This is a 28 hour, Tuesday to Friday based at Double Bay, with some flexibility required as needed.

About you

You will be a passionate and enthusiastic team member who demonstrates a high level of customer service and has a can-do attitude. Ideally, you will have previous experience working in a similar role and will be confident with the use of a range of computer and technology systems.

You will be a high achiever with:

Completion of Library Technician Diploma from TAFE or University Information Studies (or equivalent)
Knowledge of library resource management, cataloguing tools and collection development principles.
An enthusiastic and engaging approach to providing excellent customer service.
Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
Competency in all Microsoft Office applications.
Well-developed knowledge and skills in technology with the ability to assist customers in the use of such technology.
Demonstrated ability to work both as a team member and independently, with proven time management and organisational skills.
Well developed oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to learning and continuous self-improvement as well as a positive approach to change, flexibility and adaptability in the work environment.
Current Working with Children Check.
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to EEO and WH&S principles.
Demonstrated ability to undertake the physical requirements of the position as outlined in section eight (8) of the position description.

What’s in it for you?

We promote equal access to opportunities within the organisation and we pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment.

We are dedicated to looking after our staff, because if we look after our people, we will be better placed to look after our community.

Eligible staff will be entitled to some of the following benefits:

Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport with access to 810+ fitness facilities
Generous personal leave provisions (E.g. Long Service Leave after 5 years’ of continuous service, Parental Leave, Health & Wellbeing Days, Study Leave)
High quality training and development opportunities

How to apply

Apply online by clicking the link below.
You will be asked to demonstrate how you meet each of the selection criteria. Please click here to view the complete list of essential and desirable criteria.
If you have a separate statement addressing the selection criteria, please upload it as a cover letter and simply refer to it in the online questionnaire.
You will be able to upload 2 documents only.
For information on applying for Council jobs, please refer to http://www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/council/employment/recruitment_and_selection_process
For further information about the role, please contact Jody Rodas, Manager Woollahra Libraries on 02 9391 7106, during business hours.

CLOSING DATE: 11:59pm on Sunday 1 February 2026

Woollahra Council is committed to responding to its responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 in undertaking all measures that are reasonably practical to ensure the health and safety of all our workers.

Woollahra Council is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to reconciliation and strongly encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged workers to apply.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

Woollahra Municipal Council

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