Vacancy Details

Adult Programs Librarian

  • Salary Range Band 5 ($82,356 to $94,961) plus 12% super.
  • Permanent Full-time with rostered evening and weekend shifts as a requirement of this role.
  • Work across all library branches and other locations within the City of Port Phillip!

About City of Port Phillip

We are a vibrant and diverse inner-city council stretching 20kms from South to Port Melbourne along the stunning bay beaches down to Elwood and out to St Kilda East with around 1000 people who all work together to deliver more than 100 programs and services to our engaged community of residents, businesses and visitors. What does that mean? Think, childcare, libraries, parks, recreation, waste rubbish collection, road maintenance, family and youth services, property & assets, city planning & development, customer experience, digital technology, governance, people, culture and safety, and of course South Melbourne Market! City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation.

What’s the role all about

Are you a passionate and driven programmer looking to contribute to the delivery of library services that will benefit our community? Port Phillip Libraries is seeking an Adult Programs Librarian to deliver high quality programs and services that inspire learning, spark creativity, and build meaningful connections. You’ll play an important role in fostering a welcoming and inclusive library service for our diverse community.

What you might do

  • Develop, deliver and evaluate innovative programs for adults and seniors that respond to the diverse needs of our community.
  • Develop and deliver partnerships and community outreach activities to encourage community engagement, including with hard-to-reach groups.
  • Promote the use of the library collection by engaging in reader development activities.
  • Provide proactive customer service and act as shift supervisor during rostered customer service shifts.

Who we are looking for

  • You are positive and driven with a genuine passion for working with the community.
  • Degree or diploma in Library and Information Services with relevant experience, or lesser formal qualifications with substantial equivalent relevant experience in a public library, community services or arts and culture setting.
  • Demonstrated experience in the design and delivery of innovative and effective adult programs in lifelong learning, technology, literacy and social inclusion.
  • Demonstrated experience in establishing community partnerships and managing stakeholders.
  • A passion for diversity, equity and inclusion in libraries.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading teams in a flexible service environment with the ability to adapt and respond to changing priorities in a calm and measured manner.

Our work environment

We love what we do and are all proud to work at the City of Port Phillip. Yes, we are local council, and we are one with vibrancy, passion and ambition who are a welcoming, health conscious, diverse and inclusive. Our Main location at the iconic St Kilda Town Hall offers a heritage and modern open plan hub to work from where people can collaborate and develop both professionally and personally whilst planning and delivering a range of important services and programs to the community.

Proudly as one we all work together, and grow together, thinking creatively and strategically with courage, integrity, and accountability to put our community first.

What’s in it for you

  • We offer a workplace which accommodates your working style and needs.
  • Be supported and empowered by a leadership team that is community focused, with a strong desire for change and a culture that encourages teamwork and innovation.
  • Be supported and empowered to be your best by a passionate leadership team that encourages collaboration and innovation.
  • Discounted fitness membership with access to over 260+ gyms, pools, group classes and facilities across Melbourne for you and your family!
  • Our work hubs are located close to our very own Child Care centres making accessing childcare a breeze!
  • Career development opportunities within your team and/or across council plus a great study assistance allowance of up to $4000 per year per person and 6 hours per week study leave (on approved courses only).
  • Flexible working conditions, an active social club, supportive health and wellbeing program, and a well- regarded Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Our very own Pride Network, that helps create an environment where each and every person can feel safe, welcomed, seen, and supported to bring their whole selves to work.
  • 20 weeks paid parental leave and our pioneering 24 weeks paid leave for single parents.
  • Access to novated leasing and salary sacrificed technology.

Security Requirements and Professional Obligations   

Pre-employment screening will apply to all appointments.  

Prior to a formal letter of offer, preferred applicants will be asked to provide:

  • Evidence of mandatory qualifications/registrations/licences,
  • Sufficient proof of their right to work in Australia, and                                                       
  • Sufficient proof of their identity. 
  • Complete a National Police Check completed via City of Port Phillip’s Provider.
  • Evidence of a Working with Children Check (employee type with City of Port Phillip registered as the organisation).  

So, what’s next?

Hit that APPLY button now!

Whether you think you meet all the requirements or not, we strongly encourage you to apply, as we take a holistic approach to considering your skills, life experience, and alignment to our key selection criteria.

You’ve got this!

Please submit;

  • Resume – latest and detailed version.
  • Cover letter no longer than 2 pages that captures your response to the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) found on the Positions Description (PD).

Note: Only applications submitted via the online Recruitment Portal will be considered.

For further information please contact Gabrielle Ryan, Library Engagement and Experience Lead, 0403 235 626, gabrielle.ryan@portphillip.vic.gov.au

Applications close 11.59pm Sunday 19 April 2026

The City of Port Phillip is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued. We actively welcome and encourage candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nation and Torres Strait Islander candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and candidates with a disability.

If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact Yass Mustafa (Recruitment and Employee Experience Advisor) on phone 0468 576 806 or email: recruitment@portphillip.vic.gov.au