Senior Library Assistant
Community & Culture
Temporary Full Time - 31 August 2026 - 27 August 2027
Hervey Bay
Stream A Level 3 - $83,245 plus superannuation
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for:
We’re seeking a customer-focused team player with experience in library circulation and who is confident in using the library systems. You’ll have strong communication skills and the ability to support daily operations while guiding staff and volunteers. No two days are the same - whether you’re solving problems, helping someone access services, or improving the branch experience. If you thrive on variety, connection, and making a real impact, this is the role for you.
Work Hours:
Monday to Friday 8:15 am to 5 pm (45-minute break)
Monday Week 1 - RDO
What your day will look like:
- Support the acquisition, processing and maintenance of library resources to keep collections current and accessible.
- Manage orders, procurement records and supplier liaison through the Library Management System and financial processes.
- Catalogue, classify and prepare materials (including MARC records) to ensure timely, consistent availability.
- Maintain and develop collections through weeding, repairs, serials management, donations and identifying gaps.
- Provide research, reference and customer support across circulation, Local Studies, inter‑library loans and community engagement activities.
Please click here to view a full position description.
What you’ll need for success:
- Demonstrated experience in library collection management processes, including acquisitions, cataloguing, classification, accessioning, processing and maintenance within a public library environment.
- Demonstrated experience in creating, editing and maintaining catalogue records in accordance with current metadata standards.
- Proven ability to use Library Management Systems, library databases and digital technologies to support efficient workflows and accurate bibliographic record management.
- Experience administering procurement and acquisitions processes, including supplier liaison, order monitoring, issue resolution, invoice reconciliation and financial record maintenance.
- Strong understanding of collection development and maintenance practices, including weeding, transfers, serials management, donation assessment and collection gap analysis.
- Well-developed customer service, communication and research skills, with the ability to provide information services, respond to enquiries and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Working with Children Blue Card or the ability to obtain.
- Valid class C or CA driver licence (provisional or open) to drive a vehicle in Queensland.
What’s nice to have:
- Diploma (AQF Level 5) or above in Library and Information Science
- Experience in supporting and troubleshooting library related technologies.
- Experience in creating display and promotional content to support the visibility of collections, programs and services.
- Knowledge of current library technologies, digital trends and contemporary public library service practices, particularly in a regional or multi-branch environment.
We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.
Benefits of Working with Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.
We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.
What we Offer:
- Values based culture
- Employee discount shopping program
- Professional development
- Flexible working arrangements including work from home
- Study assistance program
- Novated leasing
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid emergency services leave
- Uniform subsidy
- Years of service rewards
Apply now:
Applications close 11pm on Tuesday 4th August 2026 - subject to change pending qualified applications received.
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact Bree Rochford, Collections & Systems Librarian on 07 4197 4216
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
