Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula.  We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.

Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!

About the position

Council’s Arts & Culture Department (Libraries) is looking for a Collections Team Leader who will be responsible for leading the development and management of the library collections to meet the diverse and evolving needs of the Frankston community.

The main responsibilities will include: 

• Guide and mentor the Library Collections Team, promoting a culture of professional growth, teamwork, and shared accountability. Conduct regular team meetings to align goals, share best practices, and foster innovation
• Oversee the acquisition, organization, maintenance, and evaluation of both physical and digital library collections, ensuring they reflect community interests and current trends. Implement regular assessments to enhance collection relevance and accessibility.
• Participate in the Libraries’ leadership team to contribute to strategic planning processes. Assist in developing and reviewing polices relating to collection management.

This is a permanent ongoing full time position, 38 hours per week.

About you

• Demonstrated experience in using current technologies, especially Library Management Systems (LMS) and collection management tools.
• A genuine enthusiasm for implementing innovative collection development ideas and strategies that keep the library at the forefront of technology and user engagement, including digital resources and multimedia content.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with team members, library patrons, and community partners, alongside delivering outstanding customer service.
• Comprehensive understanding of collection development principles, trends, and best practices.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Library and Information Science or a related field, along with eligibility for professional membership in the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).

Benefits of working at Frankston City Council

Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter”. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:

• Hybrid Working Model
• Flexible working hours
• Rostered Day Off (Full time roles only)
• Access to professional and career development opportunities
• Purchased leave
• Paid Parental leave
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
• Free onsite parking (Civic Centre)
• Employee assistance program
• Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre.

This position is a Band 6A currently remunerated at $98,130 per annum, plus superannuation. Overtime will also be paid as required.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Fiona Capon via email on Fiona.Capon@frankston.vic.gov.au

The position description for this role can be found on the Frankston City Council Careers page. 

Culture at Frankston City Council

Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.

Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.

Council has zero tolerance for child abuse.  Protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all Councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers.

We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.  

Pre-Employment Information

You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver Licence and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.