Librarian Grade 1
Location: Belmont
Temporary Part-Time, 7 hours per week, until December 2027
Plus, the creation of a talent pool for the locations of Belmont, Glendale, Gosford, Hamilton, Newcastle, Ourimbah, Wyong
$85,313 - $111,461 salary package - includes base salary ($75,164 - $98,20, plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading, paid pro-rata.
At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.
That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.
Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish.
We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer Focus, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work and inspire our performance.
We invest in our people
At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.
We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a variety of flexible working options.
About the role
As a Librarian at TAFE NSW, you’ll be the go‑to expert who connects students with the information, tools, and confidence they need to thrive. You will deliver dynamic, customer‑focused support, both in person and online, helping learners build strong information literacy skills and navigate a wide range of digital and physical resources with ease.
You will collaborate with teaching teams, champion our collections and digital guides, and promote innovative library services that inspire engagement across campus. If you’re energised by helping others learn, love staying ahead of emerging technologies, and enjoy shaping a modern, impactful library experience, this is a role where you’ll make a real difference every day.
About You
You’re an enthusiastic and dedicated library professional who is passionate about delivering high‑quality library and information services. With a recognised graduate or postgraduate library qualification and eligibility for ALIA membership, you bring a strong foundation in the principles, concepts, and theory of contemporary library practice.
Tech‑savvy and future‑focused, you’re comfortable working with library systems including circulation, inventory, and analytics and you stay curious about emerging technologies such as digital literacy tools and AI. You’re able to support others in developing these skills and enjoy helping people navigate the evolving information landscape. Adaptable and collaborative, you thrive in dynamic environments and are willing to travel occasionally to maintain service continuity across the library network.
To about the role, click to view the Role Description.
You can also check for your qualification on the ALIA Website.
Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion
We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with your community through our many diverse employee networks. If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.
A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!
Applications close 11.55pm AEST Sunday 23 August 2026
To apply for this role, click on 'apply now' and provide:
- Your current resume
- Copies of your qualifications (upload as one PDF file). Certified copies preferred; these will be required if successful for the role.
- Response to the targeted question when prompted in the application form (max. 300 words)
Targeted Question: Give an example when you went above and beyond to assist a library customer who had a unique or complex need. What actions did you take and what was the result?
Additional Information:
General recruitment and adjustment enquiries:
Contact Jodie Dawson, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email
[email protected] or phone: 02 7921 5325.
Role-specific enquiries:
Contact Emma Kalaf, Library Network Lead, via email
[email protected] or phone: 02 7920 6978.
For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.
This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.
To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.
A talent pool, valid for 18 months, will be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.
