Job Description
Full job description
Directorate: Corporate & Community
Team: Library & Community Services
Employment Status: Permanent
Employment Arrangement: Full time, 35 per week with access to Council’s flexible working arrangements.
Remuneration Range: Grade 15 (salary range $87,578.40 to $100,738.00), dependent upon experience, plus 11.5 % Superannuation.
Council Overview
Strathfield Council (Council) is a medium sized Council located in Sydney’s Inner West. The area of the Council comprises approximately 14 square kilometres and has an estimated population of 46,000 residents, which is growing at 2.5-3% annually. Based on NSW Government projections, the population will increase to over 80,000 by 2036.
About the Role
Strathfield Council is seeking an engaged Customer Service Team Leader to join our Library & Community Services team on a permanent, full-time basis.
The purpose of this role is to effectively lead the Library Customer Service team in the delivery of a positive customer experience which meets service standards. This is to be achieved through ongoing coordination, development and mentoring of staff.
This position looks for continual improvement opportunities to enhance customer experience, looking to industry trends, best practice and their own knowledge. This position will lead and participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of policies, procedures, services and resources.
For more details regarding the specific challenges and accountabilities of this position, please see the attached PD below.
Selection Criteria
The successful candidate will possess the following:
Completion of recognised degree in Library and Information Studies (eligible for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association) or equivalent
Demonstrated strong customer focus, with ability to respond promptly and courteously to a diverse community and have a good knowledge of library services, products and collections
Demonstrated experience in customer service in public libraries, including circulation desk duties, administrations tasks, statistical reporting.
Proven ability to analyse information to produce meaningful reports, policies and submissions for sound decision making
Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills communication including cultural awareness
Highly developed skills in time management, negotiation and conflict resolution
Proven ability to develop and lead a cohesive and performing team, training and mentoring team members
Current NSW Class C Driver Licence
A current Office of the Children’s Guardian - Working with Children Check number or willingness to obtain.
Position Description
Staff Benefits
To Apply
Applicants can apply through our online application process:
1. Please fill out your details, review and answer our designated questions below.
2. Attach any relevant documentation on the next page before concluding your application.
Please have the following documentation (preferably in PDF format) ready to upload prior to commencing your application
Cover letter
Up to date CV/Resume
Driver licence
Any relevant qualifications (qualifications scanned together in 1 document)
If you have any questions about the role, please contact our Chief Librarian, Jack Britton on 02 +748 +685 or via [email protected]
Applications Close at 11:5+pm, Wednesday 11 September 2026.
Strathfield Council is an EEO employer. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applications from people from diverse groups, including, but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, young people, older workers, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ and other minority groups
Job Snapshot
Employer: Strathfield Municipal Council
Job Type: Full Time Permanent
Location: Strathfield, NSW
Region: Capital City/Metropolitan
Date Posted: 21/08/2026
Closing Date: 11/0+/2026
Position #:
Directorate: Corporate & Community
Team: Library & Community Services
Employment Status: Permanent
Employment Arrangement: Full time, 35 per week with access to Council’s flexible working arrangements.
Remuneration Range: Grade 15 (salary range $87,578.40 to $100,738.00), dependent upon experience, plus 11.5 % Superannuation.
Council Overview
Strathfield Council (Council) is a medium sized Council located in Sydney’s Inner West. The area of the Council comprises approximately 14 square kilometres and has an estimated population of 46,000 residents, which is growing at 2.5-3% annually. Based on NSW Government projections, the population will increase to over 80,000 by 2036.
About the Role
Strathfield Council is seeking an engaged Customer Service Team Leader to join our Library & Community Services team on a permanent, full-time basis.
The purpose of this role is to effectively lead the Library Customer Service team in the delivery of a positive customer experience which meets service standards. This is to be achieved through ongoing coordination, development and mentoring of staff.
This position looks for continual improvement opportunities to enhance customer experience, looking to industry trends, best practice and their own knowledge. This position will lead and participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of policies, procedures, services and resources.
For more details regarding the specific challenges and accountabilities of this position, please see the attached PD below.
Selection Criteria
The successful candidate will possess the following:
Completion of recognised degree in Library and Information Studies (eligible for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association) or equivalent
Demonstrated strong customer focus, with ability to respond promptly and courteously to a diverse community and have a good knowledge of library services, products and collections
Demonstrated experience in customer service in public libraries, including circulation desk duties, administrations tasks, statistical reporting.
Proven ability to analyse information to produce meaningful reports, policies and submissions for sound decision making
Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills communication including cultural awareness
Highly developed skills in time management, negotiation and conflict resolution
Proven ability to develop and lead a cohesive and performing team, training and mentoring team members
Current NSW Class C Driver Licence
A current Office of the Children’s Guardian - Working with Children Check number or willingness to obtain.
Position Description
Staff Benefits
To Apply
Applicants can apply through our online application process:
1. Please fill out your details, review and answer our designated questions below.
2. Attach any relevant documentation on the next page before concluding your application.
Please have the following documentation (preferably in PDF format) ready to upload prior to commencing your application
Cover letter
Up to date CV/Resume
Driver licence
Any relevant qualifications (qualifications scanned together in 1 document)
If you have any questions about the role, please contact our Chief Librarian, Jack Britton on 02 +748 +685 or via [email protected]
Applications Close at 11:5+pm, Wednesday 11 September 2026.
Strathfield Council is an EEO employer. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applications from people from diverse groups, including, but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, young people, older workers, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ and other minority groups
Job Snapshot
Employer: Strathfield Municipal Council
Job Type: Full Time Permanent
Location: Strathfield, NSW
Region: Capital City/Metropolitan
Date Posted: 21/08/2026
Closing Date: 11/0+/2026
Position #:
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