Information Services Librarian (ISL)

Information Services Librarian (ISL)

Geelong Library & Heritage Centre

Full time position (on-site) - 70 hours per fortnight

Band 5, $79,353 - $91,254 plus superannuation

Join our Information Services Team and help make information accessible, meaningful and inclusive.

Geelong Regional Library Corporation is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from First Nations peoples and people with diverse gender identities and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, ability and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for and represent our community.

The Geelong Library and Heritage Centre is an innovative library committed to serving our diverse community by providing access to information, resources, and programs that enrich lives and inspire lifelong learning. We are seeking a dedicated Information Services Librarian (ISL) to join the team and continue to help us build and grow our library services.

The ISL is responsible for developing and delivering information retrieval, technology training and social connection programs, as well as providing individual support to customers and library staff. The ISL will also develop and sustain partnerships with relevant stakeholders, with a special focus on the library’s role as a dynamic and pivotal contributor to community information, technology needs and social connection.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and deliver high-quality information services that support learning, literacy, digital access and social connection for our community.

Foster opportunities for community connection through adult programming and facilitated sessions to meet community needs and interests, aligning with the GRLC Library Plan 2025-29

Embrace emerging technologies and online information resources, with a strong focus on access and inclusion.

Collaborate across library teams to support adult education, reader advisory and community engagement initiatives.

Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with relevant stakeholders

Demonstrate leadership skills and support library operations and contribute to a positive, inclusive team culture.

What we are looking for:

Bachelor's degree or graduate diploma in a relevant field.

Strong commitment to providing excellent customer service and fostering a welcoming and inclusive library environment.

Experience in information services, digital technologies and online information retrieval.

Experience delivering training, guidance or one-on-one support to adults.

Experience in team leadership.

Demonstrates adaptable, curious and community-focused, who enjoys working in customer service-based environment

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Knowledge of emerging trends and technologies in library services, including digital literacy initiatives.

Flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to embrace innovation and change in a dynamic library setting.

A strong commitment to equity, inclusion, privacy and safe information practices

Why join us?

Work with purpose in a values-driven organisation

Make a genuine impact by improving access to information, technology and lifelong learning for the community

Work in a future-focused organisation that values innovation, experimentation and continuous learning

Enjoy a supportive, inclusive workplace culture that values curiosity, care and collaboration

Access opportunities to contribute to exciting new services, technologies and library spaces

Join an organisation that champions diversity and creates safe, welcoming spaces for everyone

This is an incredible opportunity to work within a dynamic library service to impact community outcomes for communities across the regions where Geelong Regional Libraries operate. If you are passionate about empowering communities through access to knowledge and digital services, we would love to hear from you.

Applications close Monday 9th February at 9am.

To access the Position Description, click here  

Please note that Interviews will take place Friday 20th February 2026.

The successful candidate will look to commence the week starting 23rd March 2026.

How to apply:

Click apply and include:

a current resume

a cover letter
(maximum two pages):

-addressing the ‘what we are looking for’ section

Important details:

Only candidates who have working rights to work in Australia will be considered.

The successful candidate must provide prior commencement:

An Employee Victorian Working with Children Check and national police check, no older than six months

Evidence of mandatory qualifications and registrations

Have you got questions?

Please contact Laura Farrington at [email protected]

If you require additional support to make an application, or would like to obtain more information, or seek an adjustment to the recruitment process based on your specific needs, please contact the People & Culture Team on (03) 4201 0509. We will endeavour to accommodate any reasonable request.

Geelong Regional Library Corporation is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from First Nations peoples and people with diverse gender identities and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, ability and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for and represent our community.