Library Technician

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision. 

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions. 

About the role

The City of Sydney Library provides a space for our vibrant communities to grow, learn, connect and create.

The nine branches offer a key front-line service in the community for local residents, students, visitors, tourists and workers. 

We are seeking an enthusiastic, customer focussed and motivated Library Technician to join the City of Sydney library team. 

As part of this dynamic team you will be responsible for: 

• Delivering an exceptional customer experience to the community
• Supporting and contributing to the development of digital literacy, Readers advisory and other programs for our diverse communities 
• Supporting Team leader and Librarian in daily operations and branch compliance 
• Contributing to projects that support continuous improvement in collections, programming, and technology

The successful candidate will have experience in: 

• Providing high quality customer service including to all members of the community
• Excellent digital literacy skills and experience with library collections
• Effective communication and diplomacy skills 
• Experience in the delivery of digital literacy programs and projects or community engagement initiatives

Applicants must be willing and prepared to undertake work across any of the nine City branches as required. 

Download position description. 

This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month. 

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration, medical assessment and working with children check.

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Tuesday 09 June 2026.

For more information, contact Lisa McEwan, Team Leader - Library Hub on +61 447 757 154.

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance 
• Collaborative approach to flexible working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options.

Professional development

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

• We provide 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting diverse and inclusive families
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women. 

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us. 

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at  [email protected] or 02 9265 9333. 

Select ‘apply now’ to submit your resume and selection criteria.