Team Leader Library

About UsKempsey Shire Council is located on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales and is known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.We are a dynamic and progressive local government authority, with responsibility for $1.1 billion worth of assets and employing over 330 dedicated employees.The OpportunityThis is an exciting opportunity to lead a team delivering best-practice library services into the future for our community.Reporting to the Customer Experience Manager, the Team Leader Library is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations, programming and staffing of Council’s Library service to deliver a public library experience that is welcoming, inclusive, and supportive of life-long learning principles.As a leader, the Team Leader will be responsible for fostering our positive team culture building strong and effective relationships with key stakeholders and leading the team to deliver high quality outputs.Required skills & experience  To be successful in this role, you will possess tertiary qualifications in Library and Information Management (or a related discipline); be eligible for membership to the Australian Library and Information Association; possess experience in the provision of public library services at a senior level; and experience with acquisitions, collection management, budgeting, and database and records management.You should also possess an energetic and positive leadership style, with the ability to bring out the best in others; and strong interpersonal, communication and networking skills to build relationships with internal and external customers.Key accountabilities includeWork with the Customer Experience Manager to review best practice and service delivery to ensure a relevant, efficient, and industry compliant Library service is delivered across the ShireManage and maintain all aspects of the collection including cataloguing, selection, layout, shelving, stocking/weeding, and presentationDay to day supervision of the team including but not limited to rostering, leave requests and training / development plansWork collaboratively as part of the Mid North Coast Library Cooperative ServiceFor a complete list of the Key Accountabilities and Core Competency requirements, please download the Position Description.What we can offer youIn return, you will be rewarded by:Career development opportunitiesPermanent full-time position, 35 hours per week with 19-day monthEmployee health and wellbeing programsLearning and development programsA fantastic lifestyle and work life balance, with access to Fitness PassportWeekly salary of $1,594.84 to $1,795.01 (plus 10.5% superannuation)For further information regarding this role please contact Carissa Graham on 0427939596 How to ApplyYou must apply via Council’s webpage http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ or through Seek.  Emailed or posted applications will not be considered.Please read the Position Description by clicking on the link at the bottom of the page.  It is important to read this carefully to understand what the job involves.To apply for the role, click the Apply button below (or the Apply for this job button in Seek), complete the application form and provide the following information:A short statement (maximum 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role (as listed in the Position Description).Your current resume which details your work experience and any other information that is relevant to this role as well as the contact details for two work related referees from a supervisor or Manager.We recommend you use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome to submit your application.Applications close: Sunday, 22 January 2023 at 4pmOur recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails.  Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates and outcomes. Email notifications may include application confirmation, interview invitations, request for references, and application outcomes. Please regularly check your email regularly, including your junk email.If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.auThank you and good luck with your application.Kempsey Shire Council are an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse, inclusive and values-led workforce.Kempsey Shire Council welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse culture and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability.In addition, Kempsey Shire Council will provide reasonable adjustments for suitably qualified individuals with disabilities.If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process, please discuss with the advertised contact person. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process.Position Description AUD Kempsey 2440