Senior Library Assistant (Temporary Full-time)

Senior Library Assistant (Temporary Full-time)

Closing date: 11/10/2026 11:59 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Location: Fairfield LGA

Department: Libraries & Museum

Employment type: Temporary Full Time > 6 Months

Work Arrangement: On-site

THE POSITION:

Provides customer service and business support services, managing requests and enquiries from Library customers and other stakeholders to contribute to the efficient provision of a core business service to Council’s customers. The position also collaborates with business units, providing specialist operational support, developing relationships to enhance service delivery, and managing key information or systems to facilitate the delivery of business objectives and meet user and customer needs.

The position may also contribute to the delivery of key projects incorporating research, planning, delivery, evaluation, and the management and/or co-ordination of Council systems, programs or events, liaising with internal or external stakeholders to achieve successful project, system or program outcomes.

ESSENTIAL:

The position will:

• Need a motivated professional to provide an efficient and effective library and information service to meet the needs of the community across our 5 libraries – Whitlam Library Cabramatta, Fairfield Library, Bonnyrigg Library, Wetherill Park and Smithfield Community Library.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working and customer relationships.
• Perform customer service duties with a focus on creating a positive customer experience outcome.
• Apply initiative, be a strong team player and problem solve on issues encountered in day-to-day activities and in the response to customers’ requests and issues to determine and implement an appropriate course of action.
• Have administration skills to manage and maintain information and library management systems.
• Be required to work within a library roster, including evening and weekends.
• Have a Certificate III in Library and Information Services as a minimum.

SALARY & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

• Temporary parental leave relief position for a period of 12months, 70 hours per fortnight
• This position is a Grade 3, salary range is $71,173 p.a. with progression to $78,560 p.a. on demonstrated competencies, with performance progression to $83,373 p.a., plus 12% Super
• A penalty rate in lieu of weekend work
• A uniform is provided

FURTHER CONTACTS: Enquiries regarding the position should be directed to Alix Nham on 0457 569 075 or a position description is available by contacting Sharon Allard on 9725 0359

CLOSING DATE: Applications close at 11:59pm, 11 October 2026

HOW TO APPLY: Applications must address the knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience required in the PositionDescription. A position description is available from the contact person listed above, or from Council’s Website. To apply online visit Council’s website www.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/fccjobs. Applications should be addressed to the undersigned and received by the closing date. Applicants must be prepared to undergo a medical examination at Council's expense.

Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process.

We kindly ask for no recruiters at this stage

PO BOX 21 BRADLEY CUTTS

FAIRFIELD NSW 1860 GENERAL MANAGER