Bathurst Library is a civic heart — a place of learning, connection and belonging for our whole community. As Manager Library Services, you'll lead the strategic direction, operations and community profile of the Library, positioning it as a cornerstone of Bathurst's cultural and educational life.

It's a rare chance for an experienced library or community services leader to shape a service at a pivotal time — balancing the enduring value of libraries as trusted public spaces with new opportunities in digital innovation and community engagement.

The Opportunity

Reporting to Council's senior leadership, you'll be accountable for the Library's strategy and day-to-day performance — from collections and programs to facilities, technology and partnerships.

Set the vision — shape strategic and operational plans aligned with Council's priorities and community needs.

Champion inclusion — make the Library genuinely accessible and welcoming to everyone, including First Nations peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse communities, LGBTIQ+ people and people of all ages and backgrounds.

Deliver great service — oversee collections, programs, local studies and digital platforms that keep the Library relevant and community-focused.

Manage resources well — run budgets and procurement prudently, and secure grants and funding to extend the Library's impact.

Build partnerships — represent the Library with the State Library of NSW, government, education providers and community organisations.

Lead the team — inspire and develop staff, and build an accountable, collaborative, customer-focused culture.

Govern responsibly — meet obligations across safety, privacy, records and financial accountability, with a focus on continuous improvement.

- Degree or postgraduate qualifications in Library and Information Services, Business Management, Public Administration or a related discipline, and/or extensive senior leadership experience relevant to the management of a public library service.




- Substantial experience leading and managing a contemporary public library or comparable community service, including demonstrated ability to lead change and implement practical, solution-focused service improvements.
- Demonstrated excellence in people leadership, communication and team development, including motivating staff and fostering an inclusive, accountable and customer-focused workplace culture.
- Demonstrated expertise in strategic and operational planning, policy development and the successful leadership and delivery of significant projects.
- Strong financial and resource management experience, including budget development and monitoring, cost control, procurement and the identification, acquisition and acquittal of appropriate external funding.
- Broad knowledge of contemporary public library practice, including physical and digital collections, information services, literacy and lifelong learning, digital inclusion, accessibility, programming and community engagement.
- Proven ability to establish effective networks and partnerships, advocate for library services and communicate, influence and negotiate with community, professional, government and internal stakeholders.
- Excellent analytical, benchmarking, data interpretation and report-writing skills, together with a current NSW driver licence.

What We Can Offer

Work Life Balance enjoy a rostered day off every third week to recharge and reset

Generous Leave Entitlements to support your personal and family needs

Fitness Passport to Stay active and healthy

Training & Development to expand your skills

Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services

Want To Know More?

Salary: $2,106.45 to $2,213.07 per week + 12% superannuation

Position Status: Permanent – Full-time

Hours of work:



Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:45 pm - 35 hours per week with an RDO every third week

Contact Officer: Daniel Cove - In the role of Director Cultural & Community Services -

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being aflexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplacewhere diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation. Employment is subject to relevant pre-employment screening, which may include a Working with Children Check where required.

About Bathurst Regional Council

Congratulations on taking the first step toward joining one of the Bathurst Region’s largest employers! Bathurst Regional Council employs over 400 staff in a diverse range of careers and provides a large range of services to our community. Working for Council is a stimulating and rewarding career option, providing the chance to be part of a team contributing to shaping the success and future of our Region.

Bathurst really is the best of both worlds – a beautiful country lifestyle just two and a half hours from Sydney. Bathurst is Australia’s oldest inland settlement located just over 200 kilometres west of Sydney on the Macquarie River. The region is conveniently located with effective transport links to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra and there is no shortage of things to see and do if you want to explore or take a lazy Sunday drive.

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Your application information will be kept confidential in line with the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.

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📌 Manager Library Services (Bathurst)
🏢 Bathurst Regional Council
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