New Position at Merri-bek Libraries – closing 15/07/2026
Public Libraries Victoria
Merri-bek Libraries
Children's and Youth Services Librarian (First Peoples Identified)
Brunswick and Campbell Turnbull Libraries
Permanent Full Time
Band 5 $86k – $97k per annum + Super
Closing Date: 15/07/2026 11:30 pm
About The Role
This is a Special Measures role designated only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals who are eligible to apply, as per section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010
About The Role
An exciting opportunity has come up to join Merri-bek Libraries. This is a permanent full time role based at Brunswick and Campbell Turnbull Libraries.
The Children’s and Youth Services Librarian role is responsible for providing targeted library and information services to children and young people, promoting early literacy, supporting and mentoring members of the children’s and youth team, assisting with the collection development of the children and youth collections, providing outreach to local schools, kindergartens, day care centres and other places where our families and young people gather, and providing culturally safe programming for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, including the inclusion of Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung language and storytelling opportunities.
Skills And Experience Required To Perform The Role
Teamwork, supervisory and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to resolve problems using creativity and originality when required, and to defuse potential conflict.
Ability to contribute to and deliver projects and programs, including developing, planning, implementing, and reviewing, within agreed timeframes.
Ability to consistently lead, motivate and coach staff and to gain the cooperation and support of team members to achieve team goals and objectives.
Demonstrated experience in organising community-based programs and services to targeted groups.
Demonstrated experience in information provision and collection management.
Demonstrated customer service experience.
Eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).
Demonstrated understanding of Child safety and wellbeing requirements and how this applies in the library setting.
A current Working with Children Check.
What The Role Can Offer
Fortnightly RDO
Cultural leave for First Peoples
Tailored cultural support
First Peoples staff network and initiatives
Extensive opportunities for training & career development
Salary sacrifice options
A real sense of work-life balance & flexible work options
Employer-supported study assistance schemes
Wellness programs
FURTHER SUPPORT OFFERED FOR OUR STAFF
Up to 20 weeks primary & up to 5 weeks secondary parental leave
Purchase leave
Ceremonial leave
Gender affirmation leave
Family violence leave
For application support and information about First Peoples support at Merri-bek, please view our First Peoples Careers page. To contact First Peoples Careers, please email: ***email_hidden***
How to Apply
Please fill out an application using our online recruitment system. You will be required to upload your CV, a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience. You do not need to respond to the individual Key Selection Criteria. Please also upload any other relevant documents. *Please note that some documents relating to this position may reference Moreland City Council. We are in the process of updating the councils new name of Merri-bek City Council. Please note that applications must only be submitted online, applications will not be accepted via email. Merri-bek City Council is proudly diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, people with disability, and people from every culture, sexuality and gender identity, age and ethnic background. Merri-bek City Council is a Child Safe organisation. Merri-bek is focused on diverse representation of the community we serve. With this we value lived experience that could contribute to the shaping of this role and in turn will continue to provide representation and growth of safe and inclusive work culture. We encourage everyone to apply and discuss opportunities to develop your knowledge and experience. Council is committed to removing barriers and access to employment where possible at any point in the recruitment, onboarding and during your time at Council. For further information regarding access or modifications you may require for a recruitment process please contact Danni Jovanovic, Recruitment Business Partner on [email protected]
https://applynow.net.au/jobs/MER598-children-s-and-youth-services-librarian-first-peoples-identified
For further information contact: Andrew Pocock [email protected] 9355 4208
OUR COMMITMENT
In May 2021, Merri-bek Council adopted a revised Statement of Commitment to Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung People and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the municipality. The statement recognises the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as the traditional owners of the lands and waterways of our municipality.
Merri-bek City Council is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. We believe children and young people have the right to be and feel safe and that their safety and wellbeing is the responsibility of everyone. You can read more about our Child Safety Commitment Statement on our website.
Employment Documents
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