Provide high level professional administrative, resource and executive support for the Library Network including coordinating projects as required. Develop and implement operational solutions to meet administrative service requirements.

About Libraries Tasmania

Libraries Tasmania is a unique organisation, providing contemporary library and archives services to all Tasmanians. Libraries Tasmania is responsible for Tasmania’s Public Library Network, the State Library and the Tasmanian Archives.

The public library network provides services across 47 locations statewide, from larger metropolitan libraries to regional community and prison libraries.

Services focus on developing literacy, building a statewide reading culture and supporting social, digital, civic and economic inclusion to improve the lives and wellbeing of all Tasmanians.

Our libraries are open more than 1,000 hours per week and welcome over 7,000 visitors a day.

About the Role

The Library Network Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting the Director Library Network to develop a consistent statewide approach to public library operations. The position is closely involved with the delivery of network-wide projects and statewide programming, including major programs such as Tasmania Reads Week. The Library Network Coordinator works closely with a wide range of colleagues across the state to coordinate library operations and support consistent and efficient operations.

This position is based in Hobart but provides opportunities to travel across the state. Hobart is a great place to live for those who enjoy both easy access to stunning national parks and beaches with the conveniences of a vibrant and beautiful regional city. It has a strong cultural scene that has recently been designated a UNESCO City of Literature.

As a statewide organisation with 300 staff undertaking innovative work, Libraries Tasmania is a great place to fast track your career and provides unrivalled opportunities to deliver meaningful services to Tasmanian communities.

About You

We are seeking a highly organised, energetic and proactive individual who enjoys working with others and has strong interpersonal skills. Experience working in a library environment is preferred, along with a passion for developing library services that make a real difference to people’s lives.

Period of Appointment

ASAP Start – Ongoing

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours per fortnight

Essential Requirements

The Registration to Work with Vulnerable People Act 2013 requires persons undertaking work in a regulated activity to be registered. A regulated activity is a child related service or activity defined in the Registration to Work with Vulnerable People Regulations 2014. This registration must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of this may be checked at any time during employment.

Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment).

Desirable Requirements

Tertiary qualifications relevant to business administration and finance.

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online can be found here:

How to apply

Electronic submission of application is preferred,

Applicants should forward/include:

a statement addressing the selection criteria;

a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.

All applicants are required to supply a valid email address with their application for the purposes of email communication.

The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment) is the responsibility of the individual.

Applications should be made via the button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au.

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name: Simon Jones

Title: Director Library Network

Phone: 0456 931 641

Email: simon.jones1@libraries.tas.gov.au