Team Leader Library Programs and Partnerships

Band 6 - $99,846 - $108,835 per annum, pro rata (plus super)

Permanent Part Time - 30 hours per week

About Us

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

About the role

Greater Dandenong Libraries is one of the busiest library services in Victoria and is experiencing a period of growth and opportunity for the Library Service.

An exciting opportunity is currently available for a Library Programs and Partnerships Team Leader to join the dedicated Greater Dandenong Libraries, which sits within the Creative and Engaged City department. You will work as part of a team responsible for programming and community engagement.

Your primary purpose in this position is to:

• Develop, lead and maintain external partnerships and programs to enhance library services and community engagement in line with strategic outcomes
• Provide leadership and support to the Library Programs and Partnerships team, fostering a collaborative environment and working with all Council areas to deliver innovative, strategic and cultural community outcomes
• Provide specialist advice for the development of programs and services that focus on engaging with new and potential library users
• When working on a rostered shift as leader on duty, supervise and manage front-of-house Library operations and the delivery of services

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have the following qualifications or experience, knowledge and skills to carry out this position:

• Degree or diploma in Librarianship / Information & Knowledge Management or Community Development or equivalent with some relevant experience and/or lesser formal qualifications and substantial relevant experience in management commensurate with the position.
• Effective leadership and motivational skills with diverse teams.
• Successful program and project delivery through collaboration.
• Long-term partnerships and cultural development initiatives.
• Current Drivers Licence

Please ensure you address the key selection criteria outlined in the position description as part of your application.

You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.

The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a national police check (and where relevant an ‘international criminal history check’), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Benefits of working with us

Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.

Our benefits include

• Competitive salary
• Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
• Flexible working options supported including hybrid work
• Access to learning & development programs including study assistance
• Reward & recognition programs
• Health initiatives
• Access to our support and wellbeing programs
• A vibrant social club

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us

Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.

Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.

To apply

To apply for this position please complete the online application form, including

• Your resume
• A brief cover letter
• Response to key selection criteria

You will be required to answer selection questions as part of the application process. The selection process also includes the requirement for reference checks.

Position Description: Team Leader Library Programs and Partnerships- 447.7 KB

Applications close: 5pm, Tuesday, 26 August 2025

Further information: Vanessa Gigliotti, 8571 5441