Job Description
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About Us
City of Ryde, just 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD, is a place of unique lifestyle and opportunity. It is home to an engaged and culturally diverse community of around 130,000 people, and a strong and growing Smart City economy including more than 13,000 local businesses, Macquarie Park, world-class hospitals, and a leading university. All balanced with beautiful bushland, riverfront parks, open spaces, and sport facilities.
Our council delivers a broad range of services, projects, programs, and events. We are actively committed to innovation, sustainability, resilience and providing exceptional customer experiences, and this relies on attracting and keeping great people. We offer a range of benefits, including health and wellbeing programs, a learning and development program including study support, and a reward and recognition program.
The City of Ryde Libraries provides a space for our communities to imagine, connect and learn. The Library Service operates across five branches including Ryde, North Ryde, Eastwood, West Ryde and Gladesville as well as a significant online library. Our libraries are vibrant, contemporary and welcoming places in the local community. City of Ryde Libraries continue to innovate and strengthen our services with an emphasis on engaging our diverse community and providing public libraries that support the cultural, educational, recreational and information needs.
About the Role
Reporting to the Senior Coordinator Library Programs and Marketing, the purpose of this role is to maximise community satisfaction with City of Ryde Libraries through the management and delivery of high-quality Local Studies and family history collections and research services.
The library operates in a team environment. The role involves extensive collaboration with the Library Resources, Operations and Programs teams to achieve the objectives and initiatives outlined in the library plan.
Your commencing annual salary will range from $84,308.22 to $103277.57 + superannuation, dependent on the skills, qualifications and relevant experience of the suitable candidate.
About You
Are you passionate about engaging with diverse communities? Do you take pride in providing accessible and comprehensive research services and collections?
We are seeking an experienced and innovative Programs Librarian Local Studies to join the Library Programs Team at City of Ryde Libraries. We are looking for someone with a passion for local and family history and community engagement, skills in leading a team and utilising a range of technologies and the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively.
Key responsibilities include:
Development, curation and management of the Local Studies and family history collections to maintain and improve access to Local Studies collections, both physical and digital, and to lead the innovation and growth of these collections
Establishment and maintenance of relationships with relevant City of Ryde staff and key stakeholders, including professional networks, relevant committees and community groups and individual members of the community.
Management of projects relating to the development of the Local Studies collection and available services, including actively acquiring materials that reflect and preserve the diversity and stories of the City of Ryde
Raising awareness of Local Studies collections through promotional activities, training and displays, including through collaboration with other Library and Council teams
Assistance in identifying and applying for external grant opportunities relevant to Local Studies.
Provision of training in the Local Studies collection and its services for library staff, City of Ryde staff and researchers from the community.
Provision of professional and responsive customer and information services
Provision of leadership for customer service shifts when assigned as Shift Supervisor
Contribution to and support of the achievement of library service goals as identified in City of Ryde's strategic and planning documents
Recruit, develop projects for and supervise volunteers
Key Requirements
Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Library and Information Science or equivalent recognised by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)
Substantial experience in the delivery of local studies and family history library services
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Demonstrated experience and understanding of technology related to local studies, including library management systems and digitisation practices
Current Working with Children Check
Class C Drivers Licence
Culture & Benefits
Enjoy a rostered day off accrued every 3 weeks
Long service leave after 5 years, then accrued monthly
18 weeks paid parental leave
3 extra grant days at Christmas to ensure you have time to enjoy the holiday
Annual performance reviews and Award increases
Opportunity to sign up as a fitness passport member
Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks, etc.)
How to apply
Apply now using our fast, easy to use on-line application process. In addition to answering the on-line application questions shown below, you will need to attach your Resume to complete the application process. Please note, you are not required to submit a separate cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.
Closing Date: 11:30pm Sunday 28 September 2026
If you would like to know more, please see the Position Description or contact Kathleen Allen on 0434XXXXXX for a confidential discussion.
City of Ryde is committed to Equal Employment and Child Safety
Apply Now
About Us
City of Ryde, just 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD, is a place of unique lifestyle and opportunity. It is home to an engaged and culturally diverse community of around 130,000 people, and a strong and growing Smart City economy including more than 13,000 local businesses, Macquarie Park, world-class hospitals, and a leading university. All balanced with beautiful bushland, riverfront parks, open spaces, and sport facilities.
Our council delivers a broad range of services, projects, programs, and events. We are actively committed to innovation, sustainability, resilience and providing exceptional customer experiences, and this relies on attracting and keeping great people. We offer a range of benefits, including health and wellbeing programs, a learning and development program including study support, and a reward and recognition program.
The City of Ryde Libraries provides a space for our communities to imagine, connect and learn. The Library Service operates across five branches including Ryde, North Ryde, Eastwood, West Ryde and Gladesville as well as a significant online library. Our libraries are vibrant, contemporary and welcoming places in the local community. City of Ryde Libraries continue to innovate and strengthen our services with an emphasis on engaging our diverse community and providing public libraries that support the cultural, educational, recreational and information needs.
About the Role
Reporting to the Senior Coordinator Library Programs and Marketing, the purpose of this role is to maximise community satisfaction with City of Ryde Libraries through the management and delivery of high-quality Local Studies and family history collections and research services.
The library operates in a team environment. The role involves extensive collaboration with the Library Resources, Operations and Programs teams to achieve the objectives and initiatives outlined in the library plan.
Your commencing annual salary will range from $84,308.22 to $103277.57 + superannuation, dependent on the skills, qualifications and relevant experience of the suitable candidate.
About You
Are you passionate about engaging with diverse communities? Do you take pride in providing accessible and comprehensive research services and collections?
We are seeking an experienced and innovative Programs Librarian Local Studies to join the Library Programs Team at City of Ryde Libraries. We are looking for someone with a passion for local and family history and community engagement, skills in leading a team and utilising a range of technologies and the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively.
Key responsibilities include:
Development, curation and management of the Local Studies and family history collections to maintain and improve access to Local Studies collections, both physical and digital, and to lead the innovation and growth of these collections
Establishment and maintenance of relationships with relevant City of Ryde staff and key stakeholders, including professional networks, relevant committees and community groups and individual members of the community.
Management of projects relating to the development of the Local Studies collection and available services, including actively acquiring materials that reflect and preserve the diversity and stories of the City of Ryde
Raising awareness of Local Studies collections through promotional activities, training and displays, including through collaboration with other Library and Council teams
Assistance in identifying and applying for external grant opportunities relevant to Local Studies.
Provision of training in the Local Studies collection and its services for library staff, City of Ryde staff and researchers from the community.
Provision of professional and responsive customer and information services
Provision of leadership for customer service shifts when assigned as Shift Supervisor
Contribution to and support of the achievement of library service goals as identified in City of Ryde's strategic and planning documents
Recruit, develop projects for and supervise volunteers
Key Requirements
Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Library and Information Science or equivalent recognised by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)
Substantial experience in the delivery of local studies and family history library services
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Demonstrated experience and understanding of technology related to local studies, including library management systems and digitisation practices
Current Working with Children Check
Class C Drivers Licence
Culture & Benefits
Enjoy a rostered day off accrued every 3 weeks
Long service leave after 5 years, then accrued monthly
18 weeks paid parental leave
3 extra grant days at Christmas to ensure you have time to enjoy the holiday
Annual performance reviews and Award increases
Opportunity to sign up as a fitness passport member
Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks, etc.)
How to apply
Apply now using our fast, easy to use on-line application process. In addition to answering the on-line application questions shown below, you will need to attach your Resume to complete the application process. Please note, you are not required to submit a separate cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.
Closing Date: 11:30pm Sunday 28 September 2026
If you would like to know more, please see the Position Description or contact Kathleen Allen on 0434XXXXXX for a confidential discussion.
City of Ryde is committed to Equal Employment and Child Safety
Apply Now
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Programs Librarian Local Studies position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Sydney 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 Education Jobs is a plus.
