The Geelong Regional Libraries' purpose is to provide a thriving public library service that boosts our communities’ health, prosperity, connectedness and belonging. This is particularly pertinent as we contribute to the recovery of the region during and post pandemic.
We are a consistently recognised leader in Victoria’s public library sector and provide services across the five local government areas that are part of the G21 region. This includes 19 libraries and three mobile library services.
We aspire to be regional leaders in technology and innovation so that, as the custodians and distributors of accumulated knowledge and resources, we can ensure universal access for everyone, whether online, in our libraries, or through outreach and innovative partnerships.
We create safe and welcoming spaces for everyone and host a rich calendar of learning and cultural programs and events with live audiences and via online platforms.
We continue to embed an organisational culture that is curious, caring, skilled and confident to experiment during these transformative times.
We are focussed on establishing strategic frameworks and systems that will ensure we are known as a sustainable, well governed and future focussed organisation.
Thank you for considering a career at Geelong Regional Libraries! Advice about the application process can be viewed in the section 'How do I join the library team?' below.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry leader in a thriving regional community. We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic people to undertake the role of Library Officer Casual with the Geelong Regional Library Corporation.
You will have a deep understanding of the role of public libraries and be responsible for the delivery of frontline customer focused service to a diverse community. To be successful for the role, you possess:
In return, you will receive many benefits from us including:
There is currently no end date for applications. We are looking to hire a number of Library Officer casuals.
Please see the position description attached for details.
We will be undertaking rolling interviews i.e. candidates will be invited for interviews or phone screens as they apply.
Position Description
This is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about Information Services, readers advisory and community connection. The Information Services Librarian at Geelong West and Chilwell plays a key role in supporting literacy - traditional and digital. The successful applicant will:
You must indicate on your application your preferences regarding full-time or part-time options, in order of preference.Applications close 5pm Wednesday, 6 July 2022
Are you compassionate, responsive and committed to working with teams to help them deliver quality customer service to community with diverse and complex needs? Are you passionate about supporting community access to opportunities, networks and resources so that they can build connections that will help them achieve their goals and build resilience?
Geelong Regional Library Corporation are looking for a Coordinator, Community Development, who lives the values above and can support us to develop and implement initiatives to build frontline workforce capacity to understand and respond to the needs of our diverse communities. They will also support the teams through targetted capability building, provision of debriefing and support and appropriate training to deliver on strategic goals and objectives outlined within the Library Plan.
As the successful candidate, you will have significant experience building relationships, networks and collaborations within the community, and experience in community development or a community services organisation, with specialist knowledge in either homelessness, mental health and/or drug and alcohol responses.
An engaging communicator, you will help us embed an understanding of community development principles of empowerment, inclusion and diversity and collaboration and participation.
If working to facilitate better outcomes for the community, taking on new challenges and exploring new horizons is your jam, then please read the position description below and apply for the role.
Please follow the application process as detailed within the position description.Applications close 1 June 2022
Our current vacancies are listed on this website. Before applying for a role:
Geelong Regional Library Corporation (GRLC) is a child safe and child friendly organisation committed to ensuring that all children who visit our libraries have the right to feel and be safe. Appointments to all positions are subject to successful applicants completing Working with Children and Police checks. We are an equal opportunity employer and value the contributions a diverse workforce can bring to the community. The GRLC values equal opportunity and strives to create an inclusive and welcoming work environment that represents the diverse community we service. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged.
We encourage expressions of interest and applications from people with a lived experience of disability, or long term illness or injury and people of all abilities, cultures, age, sex and gender. We welcome applications from individuals who may be returning to the workforce after a period of absence.
If you require additional support to make an application, or would like to obtain more information, or seek an adjustment to the selection process based on your specific needs, please contact a member of the People and Business Operations team to discuss at any time on (03) 4201 0512 or jobs@grlc.vic.gov.au.
Geelong Regional Library Corporation expects, supports and recognises knowledge and expertise, excellent customer service, creativity and innovation, flexibility and accountability.
VeselaLibrary Officer
“I love being surrounded by people like me – people who are curious and who never stop chasing their dreams! I’m very pleased to be a part of such a diverse, highly motivated and knowledgeable community. For me, working at the Dome is a huge privilege. I feel great seeing people of all ages and backgrounds getting together, enjoying the atmosphere and growing our future.”
LauraHeritage Reading Room & Archives Officer
“I have some really lovely interactions, especially with regular visitors. Every day I also learn something new through the research enquiries and questions from our visitors. I never know who is going to walk through the door, or what I'm going to be asked, which keeps things fun and fresh.
All the staff here genuinely care about providing a great library service. There are people here from all backgrounds and ages, making it a really diverse workplace. I am constantly learning from my colleagues.”
Have you ever seen a story time and thought ‘I could do that!’ or looked at a group of teenagers and thought ‘I speak their language!’.
We are looking for two full-time Children’s and Youth Services Librarian positions, one based at the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre and the other at Torquay.
As a member of the Geelong Regional Library Corporation, you will be enthusiastic and flexible, confident and agile with new technologies and your proactive and cooperative approach will help us provide welcoming, inclusive and safe library spaces.
These are two incredible opportunities to work within a dynamic library service to impact community outcomes for our young members. What we offer
Applications should be made via our website www.grlc.vic.gov.au where a Position Description is available and the application process is detailed.
Applications marked “private and confidential” including a covering letter, curriculum vitae, statement addressing the key selection criteria (no longer than two pages) and three professional referees should be forwarded by email to Subha Simpson, Manager, People and Culture at jobs@grlc.vic.gov.au
Applications close 10 April 2022
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