Library Officer - Local History

Local History Supervisor

Level 5 - $108,406.06 (incl $20,000 Port Hedland Allowance)

The Town

Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia’s beautiful North West that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.

The Role

We have an exciting position as Local History Supervisor to join our team on a Permanent basis.

The primary responsibility of the Local History Supervisor is to provide effective and professional library and information service to the community of Port Hedland with a particular focus on the Local History Collection. The Local History Supervisor will contribute to the management, acquisition, preservation, and access of the Town of Port Hedland’s physical and digital local history collection.

Our ideal applicant will have experience specialising in the management of local history resources and provision of associated services. As you lead and support the Town’s Local History and digital online presence, you will be able to use your previous experience in supervising and directing team members. A high level of writing and verbal communication skills, as well as fast and efficient data entry skills utilising Microsoft Office suite and similar corporate applications. The successful candidate will also require excellent time management skills, high attention to detail and have a proactive attitude.

For further information, please view the attached position description.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• Completion of relevant qualifications in history/heritage and/or information and library services or relevant demonstrated experience.
• National Police Clearance
• Current ‘C’ class drivers license
• Rights to work in Australia
• First Aid Qualification

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Six weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Relocation assistance up to $5,000
• Wellness program (includes free gym membership, pool passes etc.)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Paid parental leave

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention “Confidential Advertised Vacancy” either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721

Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. Applicants who do not attach a cover letter may not be considered in the first round of shortlisting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact our Talent Team by emailing [email protected]

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close 11.45pm Friday 12 April 2024

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.