Do you enjoy generating new insights through creative data analytics and reporting? Are you someone who loves coming up with new ideas to improve existing processes and ways of doing things? If so, read on… these two new part-time roles working in our friendly and supportive Children’s and Education & Youth teams could be for you!

• 2x Permanent Part Time Position (21 hours per week and 14 hours per week), based at Hoppers Crossing Library
• Salary from $83,536.96 (pro-rata) plus super

We are Wyndham, one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

Our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared to welcome over 200,000 new residents by 2040.

Our growing Library network is made up of 7 locations across Wyndham. We host 1 million annual visitors, run more than 4,000 community programs and loan upwards of 1.5 million items annually. Our team is committed to making a positive difference to the lives of our community. Providing resources, programs and technology access, we support our community to grow and thrive.

Shape new possibilities. Be part of something more.

A bit about the roles

The Administration and Programs Support Librarians will provide high-level administrative and program support to the Library Programs Team Leaders and Teams.

You will use your data analytics skills to review program and collections statistics each quarter and share these insights via presentations at team planning days. A further major focus will involve updating program timetables each term, including the accompanying website and internal information sharing pages. You will also bring your skills and expertise to document, review and refine these processes as needed.

The Administration and Programs Support Librarians will deliver administration support for various programs, events and competitions, including Wyndham Libraries’ Battle of the Books and Imagination Creation competitions. The successful applicant for the Children’s Team-based (21 hour per week) position will also be responsible for coordinating programs training and end of year program evaluations.

In addition to the role specific duties detailed above, you will be responsible for providing high quality customer service and information support to our library patrons. These roles may also be required to deliver library programs on an occasional basis in the event of staff absences.

The 21 hour position will report to the Team Leader Children’s Programs & Services and work closely with the other Children’s team members.

The 14 hour position will report to the Team Leader Education and Youth Programs & Services, and work closely with the other Education and Youth team members.

Regular weeknight and weekend shifts are a requirement of the 21 hour per week position.

Both positions are based at Hoppers Crossing Library, however there may be a requirement to work from other Wyndham City Libraries locations in line with operational requirements.

Please note that whilst we are keen to hear from applicants wishing to be considered for both roles, we are unable to consider appointing one applicant to both roles in a fulltime capacity.

What you’ll deliver

• Administrative support, knowledge and records management.
• Revision and documentation of processes and procedures.
• Information sharing between the Children’s, Education & Youth, Adult, and Outreach teams.
• Implementation of new forms of media and information technology to enhance program delivery, marketing and partnerships.
• Excellent customer service.
• Leadership to the library customer service team when rostered on desk.

What you’ll bring

• Excellent data management and reporting skills, with the ability to analyse, synthesise and report data in impactful ways for a range of audiences.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and administration skills, and the ability to utilise new or different software programs in the performance of duties.
• Proven skills in managing time, setting priorities, planning and organising your work.
• A degree or graduate diploma in Information Management or relevant field, or equivalent with related relevant experience or lesser formal qualifications and substantial relevant related experience.
• A continuous improvement mindset with a positive, proactive and flexible attitude.
• A current Working with Children Check.

Be part of something more

Take a look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce. Ask us how this role can be worked.

So, are you ready to shape new possibilities?

What’s next?

If you think these roles might be for you, we want to hear from you! Please apply by following the Apply Now link and sending us a cover letter and your resume.

To be considered for this role, your cover letter (maximum two pages) must detail your skills and experience as it relates to the points listed above under ‘What you’ll bring… ‘

Your cover letter must also specify which part-time position you wish to be considered for: the 21 hour per week position, 14 hour per week position, or both positions.

To schedule a confidential discussion, please contact Haylee Eagle, Children’s Team Leader [email protected] using the subject line: Administration & Programs Support Librarians x2 enquiry via EthicalJobs or Jenny McKnight, Education and Youth Team Leader [email protected] using the subject line: Administration & Programs Support Librarians x2 enquiry via EthicalJobs.

We are a proud inclusive employer. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities. Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe, and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed.