Library Assistant Programs and Engagement

BRING YOUR CUSTOMER SERVICE AND COMMUNITY FOCUS TO OUR LIBRARY TEAM

• $74,008.79 - $80,078.24 gross per annum, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
• Permanent Full time position based in the Toowoomba CBD.
• CBD parking provided.

About the position

The Library Assistant – Programs & Engagement assists in the provision of programs, services and community engagement in the Toowoomba Region. This position will promote literacy and library usage, social inclusion, and the Toowoomba Region library service within the community.

This position will work under regular direction.

What we offer

• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Salary sacrificing opportunities to boost your superannuation.
• Corporate discounts on selected private health insurance.
• Active social club – TRC Employee’s Association.
• Access to the Fitness Passport Program - providing access to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure facilities with a single membership.
• Free Flu Vaccinations and Skin Checks.
• Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential counselling services for employees and their families going through personal or work-related problems.

How to be successful in this position - Success Criteria

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to ensure their qualifications and skills align with the 'Success Criteria' outlined in the Position Description when submitting their application.

How to apply

To apply, please submit two documents:

1. Your current resume; and 
2. A document (maximum 2 pages) that addresses each of the Success Criteria listed in the Position Description. For each criterion:
   • Use headings to identify which criterion you are addressing.
   • Provide specific examples that demonstrate your skills, experience, and achievements related to that criterion. (Tip: tell us what you did, how you did it, and what the outcome was).

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.

Visit our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council.  Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

For further information

Please contact Ness Armstrong - Coordinator Community Engagement - on (07) 4688 6407 within business hours.

Closing date

The closing date for applications is at 11:59pm on Monday, 12 October 2026.

About Council

The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.

Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.

Attachments:
- Position Description - Library Assistant – Programs & Engagement (2608).pdf
- TRC Values and Behaviours.pdf