• Help inspire a love of reading and lifelong learning at Glen Eira Libraries.
• Part time permanent role
• $42.57 - $49.59 per hour (dependent on experience) + superannuation

About the role
As an Adult Reader Development Librarian, you will inspire a love of literature and lifelong learning by delivering engaging programs and initiatives for adults across Glen Eira’s library service. You will provide professional information services, promote programs and collections, and foster strong community connections through responsive customer service and innovative programming.

Other responsibilities include:

• Deliver high quality information and readers advisory services to customers using a range of information resources including books, online resources and referral to other appropriate agencies.
• Identify contemporary learning trends and needs of adult and senior members of the community, ensuring the service wide program of events and activities is diverse and inclusive of all community members.
• In collaboration with Library Programming staff, develop, deliver and evaluate innovative programs and activities targeted to adults and seniors within the community.

What You Will Bring

• A genuine love of books and helping people discover their next great read.
• Confidence chatting with customers and making the library feel warm and welcoming.
• Energy and creativity to design programs that get adults excited about reading and learning.
• Comfort using digital resources and showing others how to get the most out of them.
• A friendly, team‑focused attitude and a passion for connecting with the community.
• A degree qualification in a field approved by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) or in a field relevant to the position requirements, with some relevant experience, or diploma level with extensive experience.
• Experience in designing and delivering inclusive library-based community programs (ideally for adults).
• Experience in information provision and collection management
• Relevant experience and up to date knowledge of adult literature, including reading trends and the development of adult fiction and non-fiction collections.

Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Pre-employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include Employee Working with Children Check, New National Police Record Check, Pre-employment medical assessment and Evidence of right to work in Australia.
Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description
Adult Reader Development Librarian - Position Description.pdf

Apply NOW!
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

Closing date: 18 January 2026 at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Linda Chandler, Coordinator Library Operations on 9524 3618 or email LChandler@gleneira.vic.gov.au

What’s on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs, Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.
Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.
Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.