Admin assistant
Brimbank city council

Explore the world of community service with a work experience opportunity at Brimbank City Council Libraries in Deer Park, St Albans, Sydenham, or Sunshine. Join our team to assist patrons, organize events, curate collections, and contribute to literacy advocacy efforts. Develop valuable skills and make a meaningful impact in your community. Gain practical experience in a supportive environment while supporting the library's mission of enriching lives through education

Skills You Might Learn

Through their work experience at Brimbank City Council Libraries, students will develop a diverse skill set applicable in various contexts. They will enhance their communication skills through interactions with patrons and colleagues, mastering verbal and written communication. Students will refine their organization abilities by shelving books, cataloging materials, and assisting with administrative tasks. They will strengthen their customer service skills by providing assistance and support to library visitors. Additionally, students will cultivate teamwork and collaboration skills while working alongside library staff to achieve common goals. Ultimately, they will gain valuable experience in library operations, customer service, and interpersonal communication, preparing them for future endeavors.

Typical Tasks & Duties

Students at Brimbank City Council Libraries support daily operations by assisting patrons with inquiries, shelving books, and maintaining library spaces. They may help organize and promote library events, such as storytime sessions or workshops. Duties also include cataloging new materials, ensuring shelves are tidy and organized, and handling basic administrative tasks like checking in/out materials. Students engage in customer service by providing assistance at circulation desks and helping visitors locate resources. They contribute to fostering a welcoming environment conducive to learning and community engagement. Through these responsibilities, students gain practical experience in library operations and customer service skills.

Student Requirements

Students are required to have prepared a resume and cover letter outlining why they would like to work at the library.
If the student would like to undertake an unpaid placement (i.e – Year 11, VCAL) they are welcome to speak to a senior staff member in branch and apply online via the website below however the $10 per day payment is not available for these types of placements. These are unpaid.

Work experience application form:
https://www.brimbank.vic.gov.au/careers/work-experience-and-tertiary-placement

Phone numbers if the student would like to discuss the placement themselves
St Albans 9249 4650
Sunshine 9249 4640
Sydenham 9249 4680
Deer Park 9249 4660
Keilor 9249 4670

Dress Requirements

Students are required to wear smart but casual clean clothing.

Special Transport Requirements

Each library is accessible by public transport.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• CHC22015 - Certificate II in Community Services