About Us
The State Library of Western Australia plays a key role in empowering Western Australian individuals and communities, transforming their lives by connecting them to information and ideas. The State Library collects materials of international significance to capture, preserve and tell the stories of WA’s rich history. It also delivers a wide range of services, programs, and events to inspire creativity, curiosity and support lifelong learning.
We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to support the delivery of the Better Beginnings family literacy program in the Kimberley and Pilbara, with a particular focus on Aboriginal families and families with culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. This is a fixed term contract for a period of 14 months until 30 June 2025 with the incumbent to be based in the Kimberley or the Pilbara.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equity and diversity. We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of our LGBTQIA+ community, women and youth bring to our workforce.
We strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply and as a measure to achieve equality these applicants may be given preference during the recruitment process.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Visit our website www.slwa.wa.gov.au for more information on the State Library and what we do.
Vacancy / Vacancies
We have a full-time, fixed term role available for a period of 14 months ending 30 June 2025.
The Role
Develops and implements projects and services to support the delivery of the Better Beginnings family literacy program in the Kimberley and Pilbara, with a particular focus on Aboriginal and culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) families. This includes building capacity in public libraries and community groups, establishing new Better Beginnings program partners to expand participation, and supporting the delivery and evaluation of the program in the Kimberley and Pilbara regions.
For further details on the position and the Essential Work-Related Requirements you are encouraged to read the attached Job Description Form (JDF). You can also contact Team Leader Better Beginnings, Alison Underwood on 9427 3248.
Reasonable Adjustment
We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment processes to allow people with a disability to participate effectively. Reasonable adjustments can also be made available to assist you in the job if you are successful in gaining employment.
You can let us know about any reasonable adjustment you may need please contact Team Leader Better Beginnings, Alison Underwood on 9427 3248.
How to Apply
Select the 'Apply for Job’ button at the top / bottom of the screen. Your application should include:
- a current CV with the contact details of two work related referees;
- a maximum four A4 pages that detail your experience, skills, and abilities in relation to the Essential Work-Related Requirements listed in the Job Description Form (JDF).
Please note the closing date and time and allow yourself enough time to apply online as lodgement is system generated. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical difficulties while applying online, phone the helpline on 1300 733 056 (option 3) during business hours.
For tips on how to prepare your application visit: https://www.slwa.wa.gov.au/about-us/corporate/employment
Pre-Employment Integrity Checks
So the community can be confident in our staff and the services we provide to the community we carry out pre-employment integrity checks. As part of this process suitable candidates will be asked to provide:
- ID documents that prove their identity and any name changes.
- Documents that prove they are an Australian citizen or hold permanent residency (or hold a valid working visa covering the term of the fixed term contract).
- A National Police Clearance Certificate (no older than 6 months).
- Two referees (a line manager is preferred) that can verify their employment history, including their role and responsibilities, conduct, performance, and reasons for leaving.
Depending on the role there may be additional checks, which include:
- Confirmation of educational qualifications and professional memberships applicable to the position with the issuing organisation.
- Working with Children Check for positions that involve child-related work.
