Careers at Goldfields Libraries

Goldfields Libraries proudly serves a community of over 200,000 people across Greater Bendigo, Mount Alexander Shire, Macedon Ranges Shire and Loddon Shire. Through nine library branches, eight library agencies and a dynamic eLibrary, we support diverse communities across 13,000km2 of central Victoria.

We are committed to delivering exceptional customer service and programs that engage and empower our communities. Our workplace values inclusion and safety, curiosity and inquiry, and collaboration and cooperation. Building and fostering a dynamic team is at the heart of what we do.

Goldfields Libraries is a child-safe organisation with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse. A valid Working with Children Check and other pre-employment checks are required.

We celebrate diversity, recognising the strengths it brings to our team. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all our staff, and we work to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and dignity. 

Available job opportunities are listed on this page and on the SEEK website. While we cannot accept unsolicited applications, we encourage you to check back regularly for future roles.

Current Vacancies

Manager, Collections

  • Bendigo, VIC 3550
  • Band 6: $91,236 – $98,428
  • Contract: Parental Leave backfill 15 months
  • Education & Training: Library Services & Information Management
  • 28 hours per week (flexible, by negotiation)
  • Fixed Term parental leave backfill for 15 months until 9 October 2026

Job Summary

Goldfields Library Corporation is a leading, people-focused organisation delivering outstanding services for communities across Greater Bendigo, Mount Alexander, Macedon Ranges and Loddon. The vision for the Goldfields Library Corporation Strategy 2021-2025 is ‘Your Potential Realised’.

The Manager, Collections is an integral member of the Goldfields Library Corporation management team. This position is responsible for our collection, which is floated across nine libraries and eight agencies throughout Central Victoria. This is a part time (28 hours per week/ 0.8 FTE) role; and is a job share arrangement that forms backfill for parental leave and is therefore in place for a 15-month period.

An ideal candidate for this position is someone who has:

  • A passion for modern public libraries and the role they play in supporting lifelong learning, literacy development and fostering a sense of connection and belonging.
  • The ability to analyse collection performance, oversee projects, prioritise budget spending and effectively engage staff, community and partners in understanding and promoting the collection.
  • Advanced budget management, expenditure, statistical analysis and reporting skills.
  • A proactive and cooperative approach to building positive relationships across the organisation and with key stakeholders.
  • Excellent digital literacy skills and the ability to share these skills with others.

This is an exciting opportunity to work for an organisation that values its people and is based in the thriving regional centre of Bendigo, Victoria.

For a confidential discussion regarding this position you may contact Mark Hands, CEO, on 03 5449 2780 or markh@ncgrl.vic.gov.au

Position Description

Please click here for the position description.

Applications

Applications must be submitted via the Seek website.

To apply, click APPLY, and upload your application. Your application must include:

  • Cover Letter
  • Statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria
  • Resume

Please note that SEEK only allows two uploads so you will need to combine your documents into a maximum of two files.

Applications must be received before 4pm, Thursday 15 May 2025.

GLC believes that diversity and inclusion are critical to our success. We are committed to creating an environment that is inclusive and welcoming to all, where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and grow. We value diversity in all its forms, and we believe our differences make us stronger. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all our staff and we work to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We recognise the knowledge, insights and capabilities of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and highly value their strength, resilience and cultural competence.