Library Assistant - Collections

Role Overview

Become a key member of Townsville City Council's Library Services team by managing and maintaining the library's collections to ensure they are well-organized and accessible for community use. As part of the Collections Services crew, your duties will include preparing, processing, managing, and distributing library materials, supporting daily library functions.

Working Conditions

This permanent full-time position follows a 9-day fortnight schedule, totaling 36.25 hours per week. Located in Townsville, Queensland, the role offers a salary within the Local Government Officer Level 1 range from $59,278 to $68,048 annually, plus superannuation. Townsville City Council provides an inclusive environment with reasonable adjustments available to support diverse needs.

Candidate Profile

• Valid Working with Children Blue Card required.
• Enjoys practical, hands-on work and performs routine tasks accurately.
• Demonstrates a positive and open attitude toward learning.
• Communicates respectfully and collaborates efficiently within a team.
• Committed to delivering quality customer service and can work independently or as part of a group.
• Capable of undertaking routine operational duties with tailored workplace adjustments when necessary.

Benefits and Culture

• Five weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading.
• Three weeks personal/carer's leave.
• Fourteen weeks paid parental leave along with domestic and family violence leave.
• Natural disaster leave provisions.
• Annual wage progressions.
• Up to 13.5% employer superannuation contributions for members contributing at least 6%.
• Salary sacrifice options available.
• Access to varied learning and development resources, including formal training and on-the-job learning.
• Fitness Passport program providing discounted access to health and wellness facilities.
• Employee Loyalty Program with discounts at certain local businesses.
• Employee Assistance Program to support wellbeing.

Diversity and Recruitment

Townsville City Council promotes a safe, inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives, encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with diverse gender identities, cultural backgrounds, disabilities, and veterans. Successful applicants must pass a drug and alcohol test in line with the Council's zero-tolerance policy. Accessibility needs during recruitment can be discussed confidentially by contacting HR.

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter (maximum two pages) that outlines relevant skills, qualifications, and experience, along with a resume listing all licenses and qualifications. Queries about the position can be directed to the contact person, Shan, at sb8@townsville.qld.gov.au.

Additional Information

Division/Section: Planning, Environment & Lifestyle / Community Lifestyle.

Application deadline: 11:45pm, Sunday 26 July 2026.