New Position at Hume Libraries – closing 16/09/2026

Hume Libraries

Librarian (Casual)

Broadmeadows, Craigieburn, Sunbury

Permanent Casual

Must be available to work Monday to Friday between the hours of 10am to 8pm (10pm Thursdays) and be willing to work and travel to Sunbury and Craigieburn. Weekend shifts will also be available.

Band 5A $57.49 hourly rate

Closing Date: 16/09/2026 11:59 pm

About The Role

Hume Libraries has an exciting opportunity for qualified Librarians seeking casual work.

Librarian (Casuals)

1093 Pascoe Vale Rd, Broadmeadows VIC 3047, Australia

Casual

Compensation: up to AUD 57.49 – hourly

Job Description

Casual Positions

$57.49 per annum plus superannuation

Join the City Lifestyle team

Hume City Council is of one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

The role contributes to the delivery of high-quality library services that meet the educational, recreational and information needs of Hume’s diverse community by providing accessible, relevant and innovative resources, facilitating lifelong learning opportunities, and delivering exceptional customer and information services that enhance community engagement and inclusion.

What You’ll Be Doing

Undertake direct customer service duties at any Hume Libraries branch as required including evening and weekend shifts.

When rostered as the Shift Supervisor, ensure the effective operation of the library by directing staff as necessary.

Ensure that opening and closing procedures are correctly implemented when rostered at beginning or end of the day.

Work as part of a team to provide high-quality customer service for the Hume Community.

When rostered as Shift Supervisor report any issues relating to the operation of the branch to the Team Leader.

Assist with delivery of programs and activities as required.

Assist Team Leader and collection champions with collection maintenance as directed.

Ensure timely shelving of library material.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality information services, including proficient use of both electronic and print based information resources to meet the diverse needs of library users.

Demonstrated knowledge of books and literature, including experience in library collection development and maintenance.

Strong customer service skills, with the ability to resolve library requests in a timely and respectful manner.

Demonstrated organisational skills and the ability to supervise staff and manage a rostered shift.

The ability to plan and organise work, including managing own’s work, to achieve specific and set objectives in the most efficient way possible with resources available and within a set timetable.

Ability to identify customer needs and expectations, decide the appropriate action and respond accordingly.

Sound written and verbal communication skills including the ability to gain cooperation from and communicate with a broad range of people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

Required Certifications & Qualifications

Graduate Diploma in Information Management or equivalent; or lesser formal qualifications with work skills and relevant experience working in Public Libraries or a similar environment.

Facilitating eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association.

Current Driver’s Licence.

Current Employee Working with Children check.

How to Apply

via Hume City Council Website

https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/HumeCityCouncil/744000145411801-librarian-casuals-

For further information contact: Kathryn Taylor katt@hume.vic.gov.au 0393566900

Applications close on Wednesday 16 Sept 2026 but may close sooner if we get enough applications so don't delay.

Employment Documents

https://www.plv.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Librarian-Casual-100439-Position-Description.pdf

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