Advertised Positions

• Temporary 12-month Full Time Opportunity (35 hours per week)
• Salary from $78,641 per annum + Superannuation
• Based at Glen Waverley Library with the opportunity to work at other City of Monash locations
• Applications close 2 June 2025

City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic center of Melbourne.

Our library aims to encourage lifelong learning, increase literacy and build strong, resilient communities.

About the Position

The Youth Services Librarian is responsible for developing and delivering a range of library services and programs to support the literacy needs of children (and their caregivers) and youth of City of Monash. We're looking for someone with an awareness of early literacy development, confidence with storytelling and performing to crowds of families, and the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with diverse community members.

The incumbent will also work as part of the customer service team providing an efficient and effective library and information service to meet the library needs of the Monash community across our library branches and online, including evening and weekend shifts.

Skills and Experience

• A tertiary degree qualification in Librarianship, Information Management or related discipline and eligibility for professional membership (librarian) of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)
• Relevant knowledge or experience in the selection of children's and youth resources and collection management
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service excellence, including experience to dealing with difficult customers
• Demonstrated experience in the development, provision and evaluation of educational/learning activities and programs for children and youth in a public library or community setting
• Proven experience in developing and delivering programs aimed at increasing community engagement with CALD communities
• Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and complete work to a high standard, within set timelines and with competing priorities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in reporting and program planning, including well-developed storytelling skills

Requirements

• A current and valid Victorian Drivers Licence
• Working with Children Check (Employee)
• Satisfactory National Police Check
• Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements
• All applicants are required to be legally entitled to work in Australia

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus. You will have access to:

• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Supportive and accessible management
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships

Apply for this amazing opportunity

Please submit your CV along with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications close 2 June 2025 at 11:55pm.

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Emily Beimers on (03) 9265 4877. 

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email peopleadvisory@monash.vic.gov.au

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.