Library Officer (Subiaco)

Posted: 26/05/2026

Closing Date: 17/06/2026

Job Type: Permanent
- Part Time

Location: Subiaco, WA

Job Category: Community Services and Development

The City of Subiaco is in a period of significant growth, with new residential developments, refreshed main streets and public spaces and an expanding mix of retail, dining, culture and recreation. We are working closely with the community, businesses and partners to guide this change while maintaining Subiaco's heritage, character and identity. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a city with a strong sense of place and vision for the future.

This role sits in the Cultural Services branch, and plays a kep part in promoting the library as a cultural and educational hub for the Subiaco community.

The successful applicant for this role must be available to work Monday to Thursday 09:30-13:00 and Friday 09:00-13:00 (0.47 FTE).

**The key responsibilities of this role are to**:

- Staff the front desk and perform all associated duties.
- Provide reference and information services to answer direct reader enquiries.
- Advise and assist the public in operation library equipment.
- Advise and assist the public over lost and damaged items, overdue items, membership details and general service matters.
- Shelve items and maintain general order and tidiness of shelves and library.
- Assist as required in all public functions conducted by the library.
- Assist in other clerical job areas as required.
- Process and maintain front desk procedures and tasks.

**Essential criteria**
- Demonstrated high level of customer service skills and experience
- Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated sound knowledge of library service procedures.
- Previous demonstrated experience with common reference tools.
- Well-developed ability to use Microsoft Office software.
- Well-developed ability to run Storytime and Baby Rhymetime sessions.
- Ability to work a combination of evening and weekend shifts as required to meet operational needs.
- Commitment to obtain a Working with Children Clearance, Responsible Service of Alcohol and Food Handling qualifications, if required.

**Salary package**

In line with the _City of Subiaco Inside Staff Industrial Agreement 2025, _this position is classified as a Level 4. The salary range is $74,220.64 to $84,667.44 per annum pro rata, exclusive of superannuation.

**Working for the City of Subiaco**

We are committed to equal chance employment and offer great benefits to help you achieve a positive work-life balance, including (but not limited to):

- Sustainable travel allowance or a parking permit
- Free membership to Lords Recreation centre
- Superannuation co-contributions
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
- 24/7 employee assistance program
- Learning and development opportunities
- Novated lease and salary packaging options

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