Library Data Officer

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. Our nine branches provide important services for our community, assisting students, visitors, tourists and workers with their technology and information needs. The Library Data Officer is a new role in our Library Futures team, who will manage and maintain all forms of library data. The role will analyse data and provide insights to the library team that will help develop strategic projects and make informed decisions. If you are an experienced data professional and want to make a difference in the community, this role is for you!

The key responsibilities include:

• Analysing library data to identify trends and opportunities
• Generating Power BI dashboards and reports from library data sources for stakeholder decision-making
• Coaching and mentoring staff in data management best practices, customer service, information technology, trends and drive change and continuous improvement activities
• Collaborating with key stakeholders to design and maintain best practices for the library’s data sources
• Providing front-line library information and circulation services to the general public
• Supporting team management, strategic planning and daily operations through staff supervision, monitoring and maintaining facilities and spaces, and taking the initiative to lead the team

The successful candidate will have experience in:

• data management, data administration, data analysis and data governance
• proficiency using data management systems such as Microsoft Office Suite and other databases
• providing high quality customer service

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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, Wednesday 30 April 2025.

For more information, contact Paula Pfoeffer, Library Strategy & Planning Manager on 0437 630 568.

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

• 26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave
• 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 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 recruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9333. 

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