Library Programs Officer (Bairnsdale)

About the Role As the Library Program Officer, you will deliver inclusive and engaging library programmes while providing high‑quality frontline services. Working closely with the library programmes team, you will support day‑to‑day operations, promote services, and help meet the diverse learning and participation needs of the community. Key Responsibilities
- Plan, deliver and evaluate inclusive library programmes and activities for a wide range of community groups
- Promote library programmes and services to increase participation and community awareness
- Work collaboratively with community organisations to identify and respond to local needs
- Provide high‑quality frontline customer service, including circulation, enquiries and basic reference support
- Support day‑to‑day library operations, systems and presentation of public spaces What We're Looking For
- Highly customer‑focused, with a genuine enthusiasm for library programmes for people of all ages and abilities
- Experience delivering or supporting inclusive programmes, activities or services for diverse community groups
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage participants and build positive relationships
- Confident using computer systems and willing to learn current technologies to support library services
- Initiative‑driven, adaptable and able to work effectively in a busy, public‑facing environment Benefits
- Work‑life balance and flexibility
- Option to purchase additional leave
- Extra time off over Christmas
- Discounted memberships to our Recreation Centres
- Competitive salaries and annual leave loading paid as a lump sum in December
- Banded salaries with built in yearly increases
- 17 weeks paid parental leave pro rata
- Additional special leave for chronic health conditions and other special needs
- Learning and Development team to keep your skills up to date and give you the opportunity to develop your career
- Employee Assistance Program offering counselling support when you need it
- Staff consultative committee – management consult staff on big decisions Does this sound like the role for you? Apply now! How to Apply
- Your resume, including 2 references
- A cover letter, explaining why you’re interested in the position and the skills you will bring to the role
- A statement responding to each of the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description Questions? Contact Delia Warne, Team Leader Library Operations or Naomi Barr, Library Operations Coordinator on . Applications close at 11:45pm on 22 May 2026. East Gippsland is a natural playground with over 21,000 square km of land including ski fields, high country, nine national parks, two significant marine parks, Australia's largest navigable inland lake system and stunning coastlines. Located in the heart of Bairnsdale, the library is a vibrant community hub offering access to extensive collections, digital resources and programmes for all ages. It provides a welcoming space for learning, creativity, and connection, supporting lifelong education and cultural enrichment. East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age. East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rwidc