Library Service Officer

Library Service Officer (Home Library Service) Library Services Officer (Home Library Service) Band A - $75,804 - $80,333 per annum pro-rata (Plus super) Located35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The centralactivities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centreand includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well asthe highly popular Dandenong Market. GreaterDandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia,with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whomwere born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care andsocial assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport. Weare a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamicand rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognisethat our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our communityand the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development ofour people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged,accountable, creative and hone About the role GreaterDandenong Libraries is one of the busiest library services in Victoria and isexperiencing a period of growth and opportunity for the Library Service. Anexciting opportunity is currently available for a Library Service Officer (Home Library Service) to join the Greater Dandenong Libraries team, which sitswithin the Creative and Engaged City department. Youwill work as part of a team responsible for providing effective library andinformation services to all library users in our diverse community. Thisincludes facilitating inclusive and equitable access to resources forindividuals unable to access the library in person. Ourteam works across our various library branches and conducts outreach visits toindividuals in the City of Greater Dandenong. About you CertificateIV in Library and Information Science or equivalent, or alternatively, demonstratedcustomer service experience with an understanding of positive customerservice principles. Experienceworking in a culturally and linguistically diverse environment. Well-developedInformation Technology skills, including experience in troubleshooting ofcomputer and mobile technologies and the online environment. Experiencein delivering programs to adults. Knowledgeand understanding of authors, books, and the importance of the library'srole in supporting literacy. Confidencein driving vans and other work vehicles, to help us safely deliver to andconnect with vulnerable members of our community. The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to an national police check. Pleaseensure you address the key selection criteria outlined in the positiondescription as part of your application. You may be required toundertake practicaltesting, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacityassessment (physical) or aptitude testing. Benefits of working with us Councilbelieves in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work theydo and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals. Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encouragesinnovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty ofopportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding anddiverse organisation Competitive salary Salary sacrifice childcare (whereavailable) Access to learning & developmentprograms including study assistance Reward & recognition programs Access to our support and wellbeingprograms A vibrant social club For more information about our benefits, please visitour careers page:Working with Us Council embraces our diversecommunity and encourages applications from everyone including people ofAboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexualorientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diversebackgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will givedue consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of anyprospective or existing staff member. Council is committed to providing an inclusive and welcomingenvironment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuseand harm. To apply To apply for this position please complete the onlineapplication form including: Response to key selection criteria You will be required to answer selection questions aspart of the application process. The selection process also includes the requirement for reference checks. #J-18808-Ljbffr