Library Assistant

Reference Number: S100-26-637

Closing Date: 10/08/2026

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Title: Library Assistant

Closing Date: 10 August 2026

Salary: Commencement annual salary range from $67,305.16 to $74,033.96 (Grade 7), plus superannuation.

Employment Type: Permanent (35 hours per week – Monday to Sunday)

Griffith is located in the heart of the Wiradjuri Nation and is the regional centre of the Western Riverina. The area supports major industries including rice, cotton, poultry, almonds, wine grapes, cereal production, manufacturing, agriculture, construction and food processing. Our people choose to work here because they’re driven to make a meaningful difference in their local community and thrive in a supportive, flexible and collaborative environment.

About the Role

The Library Assistant will provide a proactive, efficient, courteous customer service and library experience to a diverse range of people.

About You

You’re a collaborative team player who values respect, integrity and shared success. You build strong relationships, communicate openly, and contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace. You take pride in your work, approach challenges with a solution-focused mindset, and are motivated to make a meaningful contribution to your community. You must hold a NSW driver licence Class C. (Please include copies of all relevant licences and qualifications with your application.)

What Griffith City Council Offers

• Flexible working arrangements that enable our people to balance professional success with personal wellbeing
• Stable, secure employment within a trusted and resilient organisation
• Generous leave provisions, including long service leave after 5 years and MyLeave
• Work in collaborative, respectful teams where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed
• Experience a broad range of interesting and impactful work that keeps your role engaging and rewarding.
• Ongoing learning and career development
• Salary packaging options
• Educational assistance programs

Application Information

Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process, which includes reference, identity, credential, and/or medical history checks. It may also include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to the successful clearance of all checks.

To be considered for this position applicants must have a NSW Working with Children Check Clearance Number for employment screening purposes. To apply for a NSW Working with Children Check Clearance Number, log onto and complete the online application form www.ocg.nsw.gov.au (in child related industry sector, tick clubs or other bodies providing services for children).

Only those with current rights to work in Australia may apply. This position is designated as a child-related position. It is an offence under NSW Legislation for a person convicted of a serious sex offence to apply for this position.

Additional Information

For any questions about the role, please contact Marie Dalo on 1300 176 077.

Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, members of the LGBTIQIA+ community, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Applicants with disability are encouraged to request reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Note: Candidates using mobile devices are strongly advised to use a desktop computer to complete the application forms as they require extensive amounts of typing.