The City of Bunbury Library is seeking a Senior Library Officer - Programs and Community Engagement. This position is responsible for leading a small team and ensuring that a high quality library services are provided to the community.

As a Senior Library Officer you will be responsible for managing and leveraging partnerships in order to deliver a broad range of programs for our patrons.

• The successful candidate will be a team orientated leader and have a community minded approach with the confidence and ability to develop relationships.
• Library experience is not essential however experience in the areas of marketing/public relations or community development or event management will be considered.
• This position is a permanent full-time position that operates from both the Bunbury Regional Library and the Withers Community Library.

The accountabilities for this role include:

• Coordinate the development, delivery and evaluation of a range of library projects, events and programs that enhance the social and cultural diversity of the City of Bunbury community.
• Develop and foster effective networks and positive relationships with customers from all age groups to promote and improve literacy, interaction, creativity, vibrancy, diversity and social inclusion.
• Develop content and designs to promote library services, programs and events across a range of print, social media and online marketing and promotion platforms.
• Lead, motivate and supervise the Programs and Community Engagement team, including measuring performance, providing strategic direction and providing day to day support.
• Participate in budget development and monitoring including project management, grant applications and business and strategic planning.
• Participate in the daily operations of the library with other Library Seniors, including customer service, staff rostering and support.

Skills required for this role include:

• Library program planning, delivery and evaluation.
• Experience with community stakeholder groups.
• Proven expertise in using and evaluating social media, print and online marketing and promotion platforms.
• Team leadership and staff management.
• Grant funding submissions and acquittals.
• Budget development and monitoring, project management and business planning.

What we offer:

• Conditions of employment are in accordance with the City of Bunbury Employee's 2018 Enterprise Agreement with a Level 6 salary range of $79,275 to $80,965 gross depending on experience and qualifications.
• Permanent full-time appointment - 76 hour per fortnight
• Location - Bunbury Regional Library (Bunbury CBD) and Withers Community Library (Withers)

Company profile:

• The City of Bunbury is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, aiming to build organisational capacity and foster a positive work environment.
• Only applications submitted via the City of Bunbury Careers website will be accepted.
• To apply please address the selection criteria in the spaces provided via our Careers Website.
• You will also need to upload a CV and Covering Letter to your application.