Librarian And Events Program Officer

Description:

About The Region: The Snowy Monaro region is a unique and culturally diverse region of south-east NSW. From our history of the Snowy Hydro Scheme, our proud agricultural industry and popular ski resorts, we are a region that has a lot to offer. With fantastic lifestyle choices, whether you are an adventure seeker or prefer the finer things in life, we really can offer it all, and all within close proximity to our nation’s capital Canberra.

Snowy Monaro Regional Council employs over 450 staff from all walks of life and working with us will give you the opportunity to enjoy our beautiful surrounds, progress your career and make a difference in our local community.

About the Role: Snowy Monaro Regional Council is seeking an experienced Librarian or Events person to join our friendly and proactive Library team in Cooma. Reporting to the Coordinator Library Services, you will be responsible for the development of library events and programs for the community. Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Ensure the timely and accurate collection and reporting of data and statistics as required.
• Collaborate with the Coordinator Library Services to ensure the programs are reflective of the Snowy Monaro Regional Libraries.
• Sound knowledge of and ability to communicate across teams about collections (online and physical) for the community in a public libraries.
• Keep up to date with current developments in the field/industry.
• Understanding of issues relating to lifelong learning, literacy and recreation.
• Assists with regular community needs assessment to identify community needs, in order to create tailored services and programs to address these identified needs.
• Support cooperative relationships with identified Council, government and community groups and gain engagement in library programs and services.
• Assist with the development and implementation of effective strategies to ensure Snowy Monaro Regional Libraries equitable, dignified access and inclusion for all members of the community.
• Commitment to Snowy Monaro Regional Council Values and adherence to Council policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to EEO policies and procedures
• Undertake projects as directed.
• Ensure that the Coordinator Library Services is informed of any issues which may affect staff, the community and/or service delivery.