Are you passionate about library collections, technical services and creating exceptional customer experiences? Join the Burnside Library and play a key role in ensuring our community has access to high-quality library resources.
The Burnside Library is part of South Australia’s extensive network of public libraries. The second busiest library in the State, Burnside prides itself on a dynamic collection of items available for loan along with programs including digital literacy, Baby Chat and Story Time, and author talks throughout the year. With over 220,000 visitors each year, the Burnside Library is situated at the heart of one of Adelaide’s most attractive and historic residential areas. The City of Burnside covers 28 suburbs and has a residential population of over 45,000. We are focused on making a real difference in our community and achieving our vision to deliver services valued by our community.
As our Senior Technical Services Officer, you will contribute to the development, management and maintenance of dynamic library collections, oversee key technical services functions, and support the delivery of outstanding library services to our community. Working closely with the Coordinator Library Collections, you'll help ensure our collections remain relevant, accessible and responsive to community needs while supporting staff, volunteers and customers across our library service.
About the role
You will:
- Support the acquisition, cataloguing, processing and maintenance of library collections.
- Contribute to collection development, evaluation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Coordinate the Community Languages collection.
- Provide training and support to staff and volunteers.
- Assist customers to access and use library resources, technologies and digital services.
- Deliver an exceptional customer experience aligned with Council's values.
- Contribute to the day-to-day operation of the library, including rostered weekend and evening shifts.
About you
You will bring:
- Strong knowledge of library technical services, collection management and cataloguing practices.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Experience working in a public library environment using the One Card system.
- The ability to supervise, mentor and support staff and volunteers.
- A collaborative, adaptable and community-focused approach.
The position is on a part-time FTE 0.8, classified at Level 3 plus 12% superannuation under the City of Burnside Administration Employees Enterprise Agreement 2023.
As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with an amazing, supportive team, a beautiful area to contribute to, flexibility, a great culture and the knowledge you are improving the quality of life for people who live, work and visit our Council area. A great place to work! We strive to build a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects our community and encourage applications from any background and ability.
You will be required to undertake a National Police and DHS Check as part of the on-boarding process and must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.
For initial enquiries, please contact Lauren Pillar, Coordinator Library Collections on 8366 4225. A copy of the position description can be obtained from Council’s website www.burnside.sa.gov.au
Let us help you perform at your best! If you would like to discuss what accessibility adjustments can be made to the recruitment process, please email [email protected].
If you’re ready to be part of the Library team, have the skills and experience, please submit an application including a cover letter and CV in PDF format via e-mail to [email protected] quoting Ref No 20/26.
Applications close 5pm Monday 3 August 2026.
