Position Type
Permanent full time
Salary
$115,385 to $129,266 per annum (based on 70 hours per fortnight), plus superannuation and a 9 day fortnight. Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications and experience
About us
At Hornsby Shire Council, we offer more than just a job. We are a community where everyone plays a vital role in creating a positive culture while delivering meaningful work with a real impact. We are inclusive and flexible and champion your professional growth. Join us in building our Shire for the future and be part of a team that values your individuality and empowers you to contribute to something greater. Check out our employee value proposition and what it is like to work at Hornsby Shire Council.
About the role
Your new role is a senior position which will plan, develop and lead the delivery and marketing of library programs and specialist services. The role provides strategic and general day to day management for the section and contributes to the management team.
The position is responsible to the Manager, Library and Community Services and has the following major components:
- Management and strategic planning
- Leadership of specialised services and administrative function
- Leadership of Community Programming and Partnerships
- Marketing and promotion
- Collection development
Position requirements
- Degree or post graduate qualification in Library and Information Management or equivalent, accepted by the Australian Library and Information Association for professional membership
- Current Working with Children Check
- Current C Class Driver’s Licence
About you
You will have extensive experience in the development and delivery of community focused programs and promotion of library services, a proven track records of leading, developing and managing staff and fostering a constructive work culture.
Benefits of working with us
We offer more than just a job, we understand the importance of a work-life balance and are proud to offer a range of benefits
- Flexible working opportunities, such as 9-day fortnight for full time permanent and temporary fixed term employees, hybrid work arrangements, part time and job share work opportunities
- Generous leave provisions, including:
- Long Service Leave after 5 years (transferable between Councils)
- Parental Leave (up to 24 weeks)
- Health & Wellbeing Leave
- Employee Health and Wellbeing Program, as well as Fitness Passport and annual flu vaccinations
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee recognition scheme
- Motor vehicle novated leasing and salary sacrifice opportunities
- Social Club
- Long Service Awards
For more information and to apply
Please visit our website
Applications close: 11:30pm 26 February 2026