Coordinator Library And Town Hall

• $139,978 to $148,325 per annum plus superannuation
• Full-time, 6-month maximum term contract commencing 20 July 2026
• CBD Location

As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

Lead two of the City’s most iconic community spaces in a unique 6-month opportunity.

As Coordinator Library and Town Hall, you will lead the day-to-day operations of the City of Perth Library and Perth Town Hall, two key community and cultural facilities within the City.

This is a 6-month opportunity to work with a committed team to maintain and enhance inclusive, welcoming spaces that support community access, learning, and participation in city life.

You will work collaboratively with the Alliance Manager, team members, and stakeholders to ensure the Library and Town Hall operate effectively as community hubs, while supporting service delivery, continuous improvement, strategic priorities, and budget management.

Reporting to the Alliance Manager Arts and Culture, you will:

• Lead contemporary library services and engaging programs and events that respond to community needs
• Drive service excellence across operations, collections, projects, and budgets, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Lead, coach, and develop a diverse team to achieve high performance and strong collaboration
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure safe operations and activate vibrant, inclusive community spaces

About You

To succeed in this role, you will possess:

• Relevant qualifications and experience leading library services and medium-sized teams
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage diverse, creative teams
• Excellent planning and problem-solving ability, with experience delivering innovative programs and services
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including reporting and budget experience

If your experience and capabilities match these criteria, we welcome your application.

Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role and working at the City.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

• A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa);
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months).

How to Apply

When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a cover letter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and any relevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less is more!

The Application Process

Applications for this position will close at 5pm AWST on Sunday, 24 May 2026. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Please note: The advert may close earlier than the listed closing date should suitable applications be received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.