Librarian

Role overview

Northern Beaches Council is seeking a permanent full-time Librarian to join its Library Services team in the Community & Recreation division. This position is based in Sydney, New South Wales, and involves 35 hours of work each week. The salary range is $85,745.17 to $99,650.39 per year, plus superannuation, with the final offer depending on skills and experience.

About the organisation

Northern Beaches Council serves a community stretching from Palm Beach to Manly, covering more than half of Sydney’s beaches and a population of over 270,000. The council is focused on delivering high-quality services, supporting sustainable growth, protecting the environment, and building a strong future for the Northern Beaches.

The council also places strong emphasis on the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and recognises that this responsibility is shared across the whole community.

About the library service

Northern Beaches Libraries is one of the largest and most widely used library networks in New South Wales. It operates six branches across the Northern Beaches, along with online and outreach services. These services are designed to support lifelong learning, social connection, and community wellbeing through modern, innovative spaces, programs, and collections.

What the role involves

This position is centred on delivering excellent library services and helping maintain an effective, community-focused branch network.

• Lead front-line customer service activities to support the smooth running of library branches across a seven-day service model.
• Oversee and coordinate collection management work so the libraries continue to offer relevant and engaging materials.
• Plan, deliver, assess, and improve events, programs, and exhibitions that contribute to a modern and innovative library experience.

What you will bring

The council is looking for someone who is people-focused, comfortable in a customer-centric environment, and able to contribute creativity and fresh ideas. You should be motivated by community impact and ready to work with a team committed to making a difference.

Working with Northern Beaches Council

The council offers a benefits package that supports employee lifestyle, health, wellbeing, recognition, and professional growth. In this role, you can expect a values-based culture, a team-oriented workplace, access to an employee wellness program, lifestyle benefits, and opportunities for training and career development.

Additional information

Applications close on 5 July 2026. The expected interview date is 15 July 2026. For role-related questions, contact the Hiring Manager, Karen Bones, on 02 8495 6448.

Northern Beaches Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from candidates with disabilities. Reasonable workplace adjustments may be made where needed. If you would like to discuss your individual circumstances, you may contact the hiring manager. If that is not comfortable, you can contact HR Services on (02) 8495 5070.

The position description is available as part of the application materials.