New Position at City of Melbourne Libraries – closing 22/11/2026

City of Melbourne Libraries

Reader Development & Local History Librarian

Based at North Melbourne Library. However, the successful applicant may be required to work at other Council locations, depending on operational requirements.

Temporary Full Time

Band 4 Salary starting at $87,550

Closing Date: 22/11/2026 11:45 pm

About The Role

Position commencing 18 January 2027 to 1 October 2027 (subject to change)

Join City of Melbourne Libraries in a specialist librarian role where you'll champion reader development and community heritage, curating collections and delivering programs that foster lifelong reading, learning and discovery.

The role combines frontline customer service, collection development, community engagement and program delivery to create meaningful experiences for our diverse community. It plays a vital part in maintaining our high standard of library service, supporting readers, delivering local history services and connecting people with information, learning opportunities and community programs.

As a key member of the library team, you will lead reader development initiatives, maintain and promote library collections, provide local history services, and coordinate engaging programs for the community. This includes facilitating two monthly book clubs held from 6.00pm to 7.00pm, requiring regular evening attendance and a passion for connecting readers through shared literary experiences.

It is a hands-on, highly operational position requiring a strong customer focus, initiative, adaptability and expertise in reader development and local history services.

How to Apply

Via City of Melbourne council website

https://candidate.aurion.cloud/mcc/production/vacancies/2912130664983198~1/edit

For further information contact: Heather Evans ***email_hidden***

Position Description available via the link to the job listing

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