Librarian - Grade 1

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time, Casual Opportunities Available
Position Classification: Librarian Grade 1
Remuneration: $38.70 – $49.98 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ657937
Location: Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital
Application close date: Monday 1st June 2026

Join a library service that supports patient care, education and research across regional healthcare




 

HNE Health Libraries delivers high-quality, evidence-based information services that support clinical care, education and research across Hunter New England Local Health District.
Based at Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital, this role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic rural and regional healthcare environment while being part of a connected district-wide library network. You will collaborate with experienced health library professionals across multiple sites to deliver responsive, innovative and customer-focused services that directly contribute to better health outcomes.
If you are passionate about information access, research support and helping healthcare staff find the evidence they need - this could be the role for you.

About the Role
As a Grade 1 Librarian, you will deliver a broad range of health library services and work across all aspects of library operations both independently and as part of a small supportive team.
In this varied and engaging role, you will:

• Deliver high-quality customer-focused library and information services
• Respond to literature search and information requests from clinicians, students and staff
• Deliver education and training programs in research and information literacy skills
• Promote library services, resources and facilities using a range of engagement strategies
• Develop partnerships and collaborative programs that support patient care, teaching, learning, research and innovation
• Support access to print and electronic resources through effective use of library management systems
• Undertake database searching and information retrieval across a range of sources
• Contribute to service improvement, innovation and emerging health library practices
• Work collaboratively across the district-wide HNE Health Libraries network

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, values continuous learning and is motivated by supporting evidence-based healthcare.

Working Days/Hours:

• Monday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
• Tuesday or Wednesday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
• Thursday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
• Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm

About You

We are seeking a motivated, adaptable and customer-focused professional who demonstrates:

• Excellent communication, liaison and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build strong working relationships across diverse professional groups
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Initiative, adaptability and the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• High-level computer literacy and confidence using databases and information systems
• Strong analytical and information retrieval skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality service
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

Highly Regarded:

• Experience using library management systems
• Experience delivering training in research or information literacy skills
• Experience in a health, academic or TAFE library environment

Essential Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training
• Eligibility for Associate (Professional) membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA), or progress toward this qualification

Why Join HNE?

• Supportive and collaborative team environment 
• Ongoing professional development across administrative and library networks 
• Career progression opportunities within NSW Health 
• Salary packaging options to increase take-home pay 
• Access to Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Opportunity to directly support patient care, research and education 
• Exposure to diverse projects across clinical, academic and corporate areas 
• Work within a district-wide library service with strong professional connections 
• Develop skills in evidence-based practice, research support and health information delivery 
• Varied and engaging role where no two days are the same 
• Opportunity to contribute to service improvement and innovation in a dynamic healthcare environment
  
   

Our Values
At Hunter New England Local Health District, all staff are expected to act in accordance with the NSW Health Code of Conduct, HNE Health Values Charter and the Excellence Framework – Every Patient, Every Time. We are committed to cultural respect, inclusion and supporting the goals of Closing the Gap.

Need more information?
Click here for the Position Description
Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Angela Smith on Angela.Smith@health.nsw.gov.au

 

• Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants.
• If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.  
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Information for Applicants: 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp 
 
This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. 

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23. 

 At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.  Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au  for confidential support. 

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.  
 
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