Library Assistant (Lawson; 25.5 hours per fortnight)

Position Description

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Blue Mountains Library is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic individual to work part-time as a Library Assistant, based at Lawson Library.

The successful candidate will have:

•    Higher School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent.
•    Demonstrated ability to deliver efficient and enthusiastic Customer Service.
•    Demonstrated ability to assist clients in the use of technology and basic trouble-shooting assistance.
•    Demonstrated ability to work quickly and accurately and with an attention to detail.
•    Demonstrated good communication skills.
•    Demonstrated team experience that shows an ability to work with initiative and flexibility.

This permanent part-time position is a great opportunity for an individual with experience in collaborative teamwork, a friendly and approachable nature and with strong interpersonal and communication skills. The position involves assisting with the provision of a courteous, efficient library circulation services, responding to enquiries, shelving and collection maintenance. While this role is predominantly based at Lawson Library, the position holder can be required to work at any of the six Blue Mountains Library branches.

Candidates not selected for the role but deemed suitable will be added to an eligibility list for the casual Library Assistant pool.

The days / hours of work will consist of Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; 1:00pm to 4:00pm and Saturday; 8:30am to 12:15pm.

Remuneration: base salary commencing at $54,793 (pro-rata) gross per annum
 + 11.5% superannuation 
 + performance payment 1% - 3.5% annual salary 
 + annual award increase
For further information contact:  Heidi Colquhoun on 0457 109 142.
Closing date: 1 December 2024.