At a Glance
- Tasks: Administer and enhance the Library Management System while supporting library technologies.
- Company: Randwick City Council, a progressive council serving Sydney's vibrant eastern beaches community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 12% superannuation, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on library services and technology.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Information Management or equivalent experience required.
The predicted salary is between 104584 - 120272 $ per year.
Closing date: 11:59pm AEST on Tuesday 13 October 2026
Status: Permanent Full-Time (35 hours per week)
Salary: $104,584 - $120,272 per annum + 12% superannuation
Randwick City Council is an innovative and progressive Council committed to serving our vibrant community on the eastern beaches of Sydney. Our Business and Systems Team is seeking a Systems Librarian.
Purpose
Provide specialist administration and support of the Library Management System (Polaris) and associated library technologies, ensuring reliable access to library collections, digital resources and customer-facing services.
About the role
- Administer, maintain and enhance the Library Management System (Polaris) and associated integrations, ensuring systems remain reliable, functional and aligned with operational requirements.
- Coordinate the operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of library technology systems and customer-facing technologies, including RFID, print, payment and room booking management system and other library technology services.
- Collect, analyse and report on the performance and usage of library systems, collections and customer-facing technologies.
- Prepare statistical and operational reports, undertake collection and circulation analysis, monitor borrowing patterns, resource usage and service performance, and provide insights to support collection management, service planning and continuous improvement across Library Services.
About you
- Tertiary qualifications in Information Management and Technology/Library and Information Services (eligible for ALIA membership), or equivalent relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience administering and supporting a Library Management System (LMS) and associated library technologies, such as RFID, print, payment and room booking management system and other customer-facing technologies.
- Experience coordinating technology projects and system enhancements, including planning, testing, implementation and upgrades.
Further information: View the position description online or contact Sujesh Sukumaran Nair, Coordinator Library Resource Management, 9093 6438.
Employment in this position requires a current Working with Children Check. Randwick City Council is an equal opportunity employer, and we value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.
Systems Librarian in Sydney employer: Randwick City Council
Randwick City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and innovative work culture that prioritises the contributions of its staff and the community. As a Curator First Nations, you will have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the representation of Aboriginal culture at the La Perouse Museum, while benefiting from professional growth in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.
