In addition to competitive salaries, Council offers the following benefits:
Six weeks annual leave
15 days personal leave
Paid Domestic and Family Violence leave
Cultural/ceremonial leave
Training and development opportunities
Flexible working arrangements
Superannuation + Salary Sacrifice
Relocation assistance for eligible positions
In-house health and wellbeing program
Employee Assistance Program
Free admission to the Alice Springs Aquatic Leisure Centre
Who we Are and our Values
Alice Springs Town Council is an organisation shaping the future of this iconic central Australian town. We offer our 200+ team members across our three sites, opportunities for professional growth, competitive benefits, and the chance to contribute to a vibrant and culturally rich community. Our vision of a brighter future, a prosperous and cohesive community.
We aspire to be modern, inclusive and innovative, bridging divides and forging new paths. We want to bring our community together, to celebrate this unique place of gathering where the world meets the oldest living culture on Earth.
Leadership – our culture, values and accountability are present throughout the organisation
Collaboration – we work in partnership and are better together
Trust – nothing is more important than the trust between the community and ourselves
Respect – we respect people and genuinely care
Authenticity – what we do rings true and we do what we say
Inclusion – we value all people to create a more equal world
Commitment – we consistently strive towards our mission
Determination – we endeavour to continuously improve
Job Description
What we're looking for:
We’re looking for an experienced and organised library professional who enjoys balancing planning with practical, hands-on work. You’ll have experience coordinating library collections, including acquisitions, evaluation and weeding, and confidence managing collection budgets and sourcing resources within allocated funds.
You’ll bring strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to work effectively with library users, colleagues and external partners. You’re comfortable contributing to reports, grant applications and professional advice, and you value collaboration, flexibility and shared responsibility in a busy public library environment.
Applications are invited and will be considered until the position is successfully filled.
Desired Skills and Experience
What you will bring:
You’ll bring a genuine passion for public libraries and the role they play in connecting people, ideas, and community. With a positive, team-focused mindset, you thrive in a collaborative environment and adapt easily between strategic collection development and hands-on service delivery on the library floor.
You are organised, detail-focused, and responsive, balancing industry standards with the evolving needs of the community. Above all, you bring energy, professionalism, and flexibility—helping to create welcoming, high-quality library experiences that encourage learning, inclusion, and community engagement.
Must Have: Current National Criminal History Check; Current Working with Children Clearance (Ochre card).
Please note:Acurrent National Police Clearance, issued within the last six (6) months, is an essential requirement for this position.
For more information about this role, please contact Manager Library Services - Jordan Phillips at JPhillips@astc.nt.gov.au.
