About Us

Mornington Peninsula Shire is Victoria's destination municipality, characterised by unique townships, highly productive agriculture, world renowned landscapes, tourist regions, and areas of national and international conservation significance within a vital Green Wedge.

The Shire is responsible for a broad range of infrastructure and community services that support the wellbeing and prosperity of our diverse community. With approximately 1,000 employees, it is a busy and vibrant workplace.

What’s on Offer

- Security – Permanent part-time role, 21 hours per week, working across the Mornington Peninsula Libraries network. Band 5 (Libraries) – $82,384 -$95,173 per annum, pro rata (excl. super).

- Culture – Positive, fun and inclusive work environment that is underpinned by our core values which are integral to everything we do. These are Integrity, Openness, Courage, Respect, and Excellence.

- Career – Opportunity to grow and develop with excellent learning and development opportunities.

- Job Satisfaction – Have a meaningful impact on the community by contributing to achieve positive outcomes across the Mornington Peninsula Shire.

About the Role

As Library Programs Officer, you will support the planning, coordination and delivery of high-quality library programs, initiatives and events that inspire learning, foster community connections and encourage people of all ages to engage with the library service. You will work across library branches, on the library van (OLiV) and in community settings throughout the municipality.

Reporting to the Coordinator - Library Services,



your core responsibilities include:

- Support the planning, delivery and evaluation of diverse library programs, initiatives and events that respond to community needs and interests.
- Manage program logistics and support library staff to build the knowledge, skills and confidence to deliver engaging programs consistently across the service.
- Build relationships with community groups, facilitators and internal and external stakeholders to inform programs, increase participation and strengthen community connections.
- Monitor and analyse program outcomes, participation trends and community feedback to demonstrate impact and continuously improve service delivery.

About You

You are organised, adaptable and community-focused, with the initiative to create meaningful opportunities for connection and lifelong learning. You will bring:

- A qualification in Library and Information Services or a related field, with demonstrated experience in library programming, community engagement and/or event delivery. Experience in public libraries, local government and/or other complex organisations is desirable.
- Highly developed verbal and written communication skills,



strong attention to detail and the ability to build productive relationships with a range of stakeholders.
- A commitment to libraries as vital community resources and the ability to develop systems and processes that respond to changing community needs. Experience coordinating programs, initiatives and events is highly desirable.
- Frontline customer service experience, with solid interpersonal skills and the ability to manage complex enquiries and challenging situations respectfully and supportively.

Weekend work is required. You must hold a current Victorian driver’s licence and a Working with Children Check, and undertake a National Police Record Check.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like you, click 'Apply'.

The Mornington Peninsula Shire is committed to creating a diverse and safe environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and Child Safe employer. We encourage applications from First Nations people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities and age groups.

Mornington Peninsula Shire undertakes a variety of employment screening checks. This includes employment references, Working with Children Checks and Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC).

Applicants must have valid Australian work rights.

For further information about the role, you can download the Position Description by clicking 'Apply'. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact: Claire Grosso, Team Leader - Libraries, 5950 3291.

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Wednesday 25 November 2026.

📌 Library Programs Officer (Mornington)
🏢 Mornington Peninsula Shire
📍 Mornington