Branch Library Technician (Toy Library)

• High level customer service role
• Collection management of the extensive Toy Library collection
• Permanent, full time position based at North Ryde Library

An exciting opportunity to be part of a friendly and dynamic team

About the City of Ryde library service 

The City of Ryde library service comprises of five branches at Ryde, North Ryde, Eastwood, West Ryde and Gladesville as well as a significant online library. Our libraries are places of social inclusion where members of our community borrow items for leisure and lifelong learning, learn about new technology, participate in activities, attend children’s and adults’ programs, and carry out study and research for school assignments or business projects. They are lively, busy places and serve a culturally diverse customer base.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated Library Technician to play a key role in the management of the Toy Library collection at North Ryde Library. This newly created role is responsible for the cataloguing, processing, maintenance, promotion and ongoing development of this innovative and highly utilised collection, ensuring it remains current and responsive to the changing needs of our community.

As a senior member of the team this role also provides support to the Team Leader in regard to supervising staff as well as a variety of tasks which range from assisting customers with library technology, Reader Advisory services, leading branch based activities such as rhyme-time and other programs and maintaining a safe, neat, welcoming library. 

Please note that this position involves regular rostered weekend and evening shifts.

About You 

You will have exceptional customer service skills and enthusiasm to help our diverse range of public library users whether it be finding a book or troubleshooting technology as well as experience in cataloguing and end processing of library items. 

In addition, you should have:

• Diploma of Library and Information Services or equivalent library technician qualification or university degree in a relevant discipline with additional TAFE qualification in Library and Information Services recognised by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)
• Experience and knowledge of cataloguing and producing high quality cataloguing records.
• Experience in supervising staff
• Exceptional teamwork skills with proven experience to also work independently.
• Adaptable approach to tasks with the ability to prioritise and multi-task
• Experience in conducting early literacy activities and programs for children
• An enthusiasm for technology and the ability to assist customers in the use of library technologies such as printing, scanning, use of online resources and apps
• Experience working in a public library environment will be highly regarded.

Your commencing rate of pay will be from between $ 74,108.27 - $79,278.62 per annum plus Superannuation, subject to your library qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible to participate in the Council’s Rostered Day Off system.

How to apply
Use our fast, easy to use on-line application process to apply today. In addition to answering the questions shown below, this position requires you to attach your Resume to complete the application process. Please note, you are not required to submit a cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.

Note: This is a Child Related position and employment is subject to verification of the Working With Children Check status. The cost of obtaining a WWC clearance is at the applicant's expense. For more information, please go to the Office of the Children's Guardian website.

 Closing Date: Monday 9^th November 2026 at 11:30PM

If further information is required, please see the Position Description or contact Jessica Zhang 0479 176 806 for a confidential discussion.

City of Ryde is committed to Equal Employment and Child Safety