Job Description
Job type
Part-time
Shift and schedule
Shift work
Location
Cockburn WA
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Gym membership
Full job description
Flexible work options, super up to 16% + employee perks
Free Cockburn ARC gym membership and wellness programs
About Us
The City of Cockburn is centrally located in the southern suburbs of Perth, on Whadjuk country. We’re a place of experiences, just 20 minutes’ from Perth city, with everything from pristine beaches and wetlands to theme parks and world-class recreation facilities.
At the City of Cockburn, we’re more than just a local government – we’re a vibrant, forward-thinking organisation that puts our people first. Our team is united by a shared desire to make an impact by helping to achieve our vision - Cockburn, the best place to be.
About the Role
We are seeking two enthusiastic Library Officers to join our Success Library team. Reporting to the Branch Coordinator, you will play a key role in delivering welcoming, inclusive and community-focused library services. This position is primarily front-of-house and customer-facing, providing high-quality assistance to library patrons of all ages and backgrounds.
You will actively promote literacy, digital inclusion and lifelong learning through customer interactions, programs and access to library resources. You will also support a range of workroom functions such as interlibrary loans, materials processing, room bookings and program delivery. While based at Success Library, you may be required to work occasional shifts at other branches to support service delivery. These positions are part-time, 38 hours per-fortnight.
About you
You are passionate about libraries, community engagement and delivering high-quality customer service in a public-facing environment. You enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds and are confident responding to a wide range of customer needs with professionalism, empathy and sound judgement. You bring strong written, verbal and digital communication skills and are comfortable assisting customers with library systems, self-service technology, online resources and general digital enquiries.
You actively support literacy and digital inclusion and are able to apply policies and procedures effectively to deliver consistent, inclusive service. You work well as part of a team and are adaptable, flexible and responsive to changing priorities. You are committed to continuous learning and improvement and are willing to contribute across both front-of-house and workroom functions to support the smooth operation of the library.
You will also bring:
Demonstrated experience in a customer service or community-focused role
Strong digital literacy, including the ability to assist customers with online resources and technology
Ability to work collaboratively and support colleagues through training and teamwork
Physical capability to safely undertake manual handling and shelving tasks
Completion of Year 12 or a Certificate III or IV in Library and Information Services (or equivalent)
Desirable experience and requirements include:
Experience working in a public library environment
Experience supporting or delivering children’s and adult programs
Familiarity with library management systems such as Spydus
If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today and make an impact.
Salary and Benefits: Starting from Level Three Step 1 – Step 4 ($77,467.20 - $82,766.14 on a pro-rata basis) City of Cockburn Industrial Agreement 2026 based on qualifications and experience.
Need more information? We encourage applicants to read the position description for a full understanding of the role before applying. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Melody Beier, Success Branch Coordinator on (08) 9411 3823.
Apply: Hit the apply button and follow the prompts.
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. All applicants are required to undergo a pre-employment process which includes a fitness for work assessment, ******* and drug screening, qualification/licence checks and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
Closing Date: Tuesday 27 January 2026, 5:00pm. The City of Cockburn reserve the right to commence shortlisting and close the advertising period early. We are currently not accepting applications from agencies.
We value equal opportunities for all which is why the City of Cockburn strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Every applicant is valued here.
Attachments:
- ECM_4217856_v5_Position Description - Library and Cultural Services - Library Officer (Multiple Positions Level 3).pdf
Part-time
Shift and schedule
Shift work
Location
Cockburn WA
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Gym membership
Full job description
Flexible work options, super up to 16% + employee perks
Free Cockburn ARC gym membership and wellness programs
About Us
The City of Cockburn is centrally located in the southern suburbs of Perth, on Whadjuk country. We’re a place of experiences, just 20 minutes’ from Perth city, with everything from pristine beaches and wetlands to theme parks and world-class recreation facilities.
At the City of Cockburn, we’re more than just a local government – we’re a vibrant, forward-thinking organisation that puts our people first. Our team is united by a shared desire to make an impact by helping to achieve our vision - Cockburn, the best place to be.
About the Role
We are seeking two enthusiastic Library Officers to join our Success Library team. Reporting to the Branch Coordinator, you will play a key role in delivering welcoming, inclusive and community-focused library services. This position is primarily front-of-house and customer-facing, providing high-quality assistance to library patrons of all ages and backgrounds.
You will actively promote literacy, digital inclusion and lifelong learning through customer interactions, programs and access to library resources. You will also support a range of workroom functions such as interlibrary loans, materials processing, room bookings and program delivery. While based at Success Library, you may be required to work occasional shifts at other branches to support service delivery. These positions are part-time, 38 hours per-fortnight.
About you
You are passionate about libraries, community engagement and delivering high-quality customer service in a public-facing environment. You enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds and are confident responding to a wide range of customer needs with professionalism, empathy and sound judgement. You bring strong written, verbal and digital communication skills and are comfortable assisting customers with library systems, self-service technology, online resources and general digital enquiries.
You actively support literacy and digital inclusion and are able to apply policies and procedures effectively to deliver consistent, inclusive service. You work well as part of a team and are adaptable, flexible and responsive to changing priorities. You are committed to continuous learning and improvement and are willing to contribute across both front-of-house and workroom functions to support the smooth operation of the library.
You will also bring:
Demonstrated experience in a customer service or community-focused role
Strong digital literacy, including the ability to assist customers with online resources and technology
Ability to work collaboratively and support colleagues through training and teamwork
Physical capability to safely undertake manual handling and shelving tasks
Completion of Year 12 or a Certificate III or IV in Library and Information Services (or equivalent)
Desirable experience and requirements include:
Experience working in a public library environment
Experience supporting or delivering children’s and adult programs
Familiarity with library management systems such as Spydus
If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today and make an impact.
Salary and Benefits: Starting from Level Three Step 1 – Step 4 ($77,467.20 - $82,766.14 on a pro-rata basis) City of Cockburn Industrial Agreement 2026 based on qualifications and experience.
Need more information? We encourage applicants to read the position description for a full understanding of the role before applying. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Melody Beier, Success Branch Coordinator on (08) 9411 3823.
Apply: Hit the apply button and follow the prompts.
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. All applicants are required to undergo a pre-employment process which includes a fitness for work assessment, ******* and drug screening, qualification/licence checks and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
Closing Date: Tuesday 27 January 2026, 5:00pm. The City of Cockburn reserve the right to commence shortlisting and close the advertising period early. We are currently not accepting applications from agencies.
We value equal opportunities for all which is why the City of Cockburn strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Every applicant is valued here.
Attachments:
- ECM_4217856_v5_Position Description - Library and Cultural Services - Library Officer (Multiple Positions Level 3).pdf
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Library Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Office Assistant Jobs sector. This role in Cockburn Central offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Office Assistant Jobs is a plus.
