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Closes: 11 August 2026

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 4
Salary: $86,750 - $93,416 plus superannuation
Position No: 69598
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 04 August 2026
Contact Officer: Emma Housden on Emma.Housden@ed.act.edu.au or (02) 6142 0571

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Details: Maribyrnong Primary School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Library Manager and Administration Officer to join our small, collaborative front office and student services team. This unique and rewarding role combines the management of our vibrant school library with a variety of administrative responsibilities that support students, staff, families and the broader school community. Working directly with the Business Manager and school leadership team, the successful applicant will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of both the library and front office functions.

The successful applicant will manage the day-to-day operations of the school library, maintaining an engaging, welcoming and well-resourced learning environment that promotes literacy, inquiry and student wellbeing. You will oversee library programs and services, including collection management, budgeting, Book Club, Book Fair and student engagement activities, while also supporting teachers with curriculum resources and learning programs.

In addition to library responsibilities, this position provides high-quality administrative support across a broad range of school operations. Working as part of a collaborative administration team, you will contribute to reception services, student services processes, communications, excursions, record management and general school administration. This is a dynamic and varied role requiring excellent organisation, flexibility and a commitment to delivering outstanding service to the school community.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in library services, administration, or a related customer-focused environment, with the ability to confidently manage a diverse and varied workload. You will possess strong organisational skills and attention to detail, enabling you to effectively coordinate library operations, administrative processes and competing priorities in a busy school setting.

To excel in this role, you will bring well-developed interpersonal, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, allowing you to build positive and productive relationships with students, staff, families and external providers. You will be proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused, with the ability to exercise sound judgement and work both independently and collaboratively as part of a high-performing team.

The successful applicant will demonstrate a genuine passion for creating positive learning experiences for students and fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment within the school library. You will be committed to high-quality customer service, continuous improvement and contributing positively to the culture and values of Maribyrnong Primary School.

As one of the school's key points of contact, the successful candidate will be approachable, professional and community-minded, with a strong commitment to supporting the educational success and wellbeing of every student. You will be someone who leads with kindness, demonstrates initiative, and takes pride in delivering efficient and responsive support across all aspects of the role.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

• Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Experience working in a school library environment.
• Experience in a school or education administration role.
• First Aid Certificate or a willingness to undertake appropriate training.
• Certificate IV or equivalent qualification in Business Administration, Government (School Support Services), Library Services or a related field.
• Business qualifications or experience in a business-related role.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Google Workspace and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of school management systems such as Sentral and library management software such as Oliver, Orbit or similar platforms.

Note: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

How to Apply: Interested applicants will submit:

1. A written application (no more than two-pages) addressing the Selection Criteria listed under ‘What You Require’ within the attached Position Description.
2. A curriculum vitae (no more than two-pages)
3. A written referee report completed by their current (preferred) or recent supervisor.
4. The contact details for two referees.

What will the panel be looking for?

The panel will be seeking to visualise the 'Ideal Candidate' in the role as a result of having read the application, curriculum vitae and referee report. The panel will also be looking to see an alignment of experience, aptitude, and dispositions to ensure that they select not only the person who can do the job, but also the person who fits the team. Please take the opportunity to demonstrate what you will bring to the role in a holistic way through your written application and allow your curriculum vitae to showcase other elements that you wish the panel to know.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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