• Provide administrative support to our Libraries, Arts and Culture Department.
• Full time opportunity with flexible working arrangements available
• $72k - $77k (dependent on experience) per annum + 12% superannuation

About the team
The Libraries Arts and Culture department provides a range of public library services across four library sites as well as online, including all Library Collections services, Readers Advice, Children’s and Youth services, library programming and events, family history workshops and craft activities.  Our Arts and Cultural services include a range of outdoor events, arts programming, History and Heritage services, Visual Arts and our Galleries.

About the role
As the Support Officer, you will support the Manager Libraries, Arts and Culture and play a vital part in ensuring the smooth operation of departmental activities. You will coordinate key timelines, support leadership staff, and help maintain efficient systems that enable our teams to deliver outstanding cultural and library services to the community.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting the Manager Libraries, Arts and Culture with scheduling and administrative tasks.
• Building strong connections with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Providing timely, high‑quality administrative support across the Libraries, Arts and Culture department.
• Ensuring the department’s document management systems are running smoothly to streamline workflows.

About You
You are an excellent communicator, work positively with others and demonstrate professionalism, integrity and confidentiality in your work. Above all, you’re a team player who contributes to a supportive and values‑driven workplace.

You embrace the freedom to work flexibly, showcasing your ability to excel without constant oversight and thrive under pressure.

To be successful in this role, you will require the following attributes:

• Experience and demonstrated skills in providing high-level, confidential administrative support.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective administrative systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to liaise and interact with stakeholders at various levels.
• Highly developed knowledge and proficiency in computer systems and packages including the Microsoft Office suite and other specialist software products.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise and perform multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.

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
• 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
 Support Officer - Libraries Arts and Culture - Position Description - Feb 2026.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)

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Deidre Pellizzer, Manager Libraries, Arts and Culture on 9524 3378 or email dpellizzer@gleneira.vic.gov.au

Closing date: 24 March at 1155PM

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:

• Hybrid work environment – Average of 3 days in the office
• Flexible work options
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym membership 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 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.