The details:

About our opportunity

We have THREE exciting opportunities for Branch Team Leader’s to join our dedicated teams at Redcliffe, North Lakes and Caboolture.

In these roles, you will oversee a team of library staff in their daily operations as well as manage the library’s collection to meet the needs of the local community.

You will use a range of workforce management initiatives to lead and support your team, whilst providing expert advice and support to the senior leaders and staff. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders and regional partners to build relationships and ensure the library’s services are meeting the needs of the community.

Additionally, you would be responsible for maintaining the library’s facility and venue, contributing to the review of library processes and services and preparing business plans and reports on service outcomes.

These three libraries are open 7 days/week, closed on public holidays. We operate with a 4 week rotating roster, and the successful applicant will need to be available to work 5 out of 7 days as part of the ordinary hours. Shift times will be between 8:00am to 6:15pm, we anticipate the roster for this role will include working 1 weekend (Sat & Sun) every 4 weeks, and may include late closing one evening a week at 8:15pm.

The Caboolture Library is the home base for the mobile library. Click here for further information relating to our mobile library service.

Click here to learn more about the great programs and services currently underway in our libraries across the region.

About you

We are looking for a leader who is experienced, passionate and knowledgeable in the delivery of public library services!

You will have the ability to build strong relationships with your team and local community stakeholders to achieve positive customer service experiences. 

You will bring your expertise in reviewing, developing and implementing processes to drive continual improvement within the library. As well as your understanding of the presentation and maintenance standards required within the public library setting.

You will hold a valid Qld Working with Children blue card or be eligible and willing to obtain prior to commencement.

Position Description

 Click here to view position description.

Why join the City of Moreton Bay Team?

As the third largest local government area in Australia and the fifth fastest growing region, the Moreton Bay region boasts beautiful beaches and waterways, amazing manufacturing hubs and picturesque hinterland hamlets. Moreton Bay has a strong and connected community that enjoys all the traditional Jinibara, Kabi Kabi and Turrbal country has to offer within our region.

With a diverse workforce of more than 2,000 team members dedicated to servicing the needs and enhancing the lifestyle of nearing 500,000 residents, each team member has an intrinsic ability to impact our community. Whether you’re a manager or working on the frontline, your role will make a difference - bring your expertise and join our driven team today.

Aside from an opportunity to build a rewarding career within a diverse and growing organisation, we offer a range of team member benefits including:

• Discounted Health Insurance.
• Free flu vaccinations every year.
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities.
• We are proud to offer opportunities to develop your career within a local government organisation and our team members are encouraged to undertake study for career development in their area of employment under our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Generous employer and employee super contribution scheme.
• Salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• We want you and your family to feel well supported when you need it most - as a team member you will have access our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline, chaplaincy program and our Mates in Construction program.

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role.

Please note: applicants will be required to undergo a National Police History Check as part of the recruitment process for this role.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at careers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

For more information about City of Moreton Bay and to stay across what's happening in our region, follow us on LinkedIn.

*Applications close: 11:55pm Tuesday, 30 April 2024.