Coordinator Libraries

Tablelands Regional Council

About the position

• Provide high quality library services to all customers of the organisation and manage the operations of 7 Library Services, 1 Systems and Collections work groups, and other Programs and initiatives.
• Develop and deliver actions, projects and programs outlines in the Tablelands Library Strategic Plan, Service Agreements, and Council policies.
• Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the Libraries and Systems and Collections work groups.
• Project Manage and oversee project deliver including grants and funding through Councils operational Plan and Capital works program.
• Responsibility for the development and monitoring of the libraries operational and capital budgets as allocated.
• Sourcing of internal and external grants, subsidies and sponsorship.
• Conduct library services research, and keep abreast of emerging factors that impact libraries, benchmarking including Federal and State Government policies, initiatives and industry trends.
• Prepare and present plans, reports and submission and formulate recommendations. Lead the library teams in the delivery of library objectives within agreed rules of governance and as per the Library Operational and Strategic plans.
• Model high standard of leadership, and strategic thinking whilst delivering learning strategies that promote social cohesion, education, reading, literacy, life-long learning and economic development to the region.
• Develop, implement and maintain effective internal communication processes across all library branches, ensuring timely dissemination of information, structured opportunities for staff feedback, and documented action plans. Evidence of success will include regular team communications (e.g. meetings, updates or bulletins), captured feedback mechanisms, and demonstrable follow-through with outcomes communicated back to staff within agreed timeframes.
• Liaise with key industry bodies, community and government partnerships to enable an innovative library business model.
• Responsible for the coordination of asset management, maintenance and repairs of facilities within libraries.
• Develop, implement, monitor and evaluate and review the strategies, policies, procedures, system and frameworks appropriate to Libraries and TRC.
• Other responsibilities as reasonably expected.

Who we are looking for

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

1. Strong leadership and resource management skills within a complex, multi-disciplinary environment, with relevant knowledge and experience in the role’s functions and responsibilities.
2. Proven track record in managing staff and financial resources to provide efficient and effective service delivery.
3. Superior communication and interpersonal skills, including a proven track record in developing effective relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders. Proven conflict management and negotiation skills.
4. Demonstrated ability in leading and managing staff in a team-based environment to optimise both productivity and staff satisfaction in a library service context.
5. High level knowledge of software applications including Library Management System and Microsoft Office Suite.

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