Team Leader, Local History

Reference Number: S100-26-1379

Closing Date: 25/05/2026

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and motivated professional to join Wavery Council as a Team leader – Local History

About us

Waverley Library, located in the vibrant heart of Bondi Junction, serves as a central hub for community engagement and learning in Waverley, NSW. Waverley Library has a rich and expansive archival collection and is committed to preserving local history and promoting cultural enrichment within the community

Why join us?

• Permanent Full Time
• 35 hours per week
• Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work
• Salary: $94,870 - $109,101.08 p.a. plus 12% Super
• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Based in Bondi Junction within 5-minute walk of the train station
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Wellness that works for you! From skin checks and flu shots to our bi-annual health fair, we’re committed to helping you stay healthy

The Role

In this leadership role, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality local history services, provide operational support to the team, and lead projects to enable the preservation and accessibility of the archive.

In this role you will:

• Lead and support the Local History team in the delivery of services and projects.
• Support and mentor staff to build capability and foster a collaborative team culture.
• Lead digitisation and archival projects to preserve and enable easy access to, the Local History collection.
• Provide assistance to community and Council to access the collection.
• Deliver responsive, high-quality, friendly and efficient services.
• As part of the Library Leadership Team, review, evaluate and plan library services appropriately, to cater for community needs and in line with Council's plans and objectives.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships and provide excellent customer service

What you’ll bring

• University level qualification in Library and Information Studies, Museum and Archives or other relevant area.
• Demonstrated experience in digitising and cataloguing a local history collection including experience in working with digital data, and metadata within a repository or data system context.
• 1-2 years’ experience in local history / archives, project management and staff supervision, with proven capacity to lead and develop staff.
• Strong technical skills and a high level of digital literacy.
• Proven ability to embrace change and engage, lead and inspire others to achieve outcomes for the benefit of the organisation and community.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills with strong conflict resolution skills and the ability to deal with difficult customers.
• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills with a flexible approach to work and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with a wide range of individuals and organisations.
• Current Working with Children Check.

Please note that pre-employment checks are part of the recruitment process. Depending on the volume and suitability of applications received, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date. Shortlisting and interviewing may commence prior to the closing date. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Please refer to the position description for detailed information on the position and required skills and experience. For more information, contact Corinna Pierce, Manager, Library , [email protected]

How to apply?

To be considered for this role, you will need to provide:

• A cover letter outlining your motivation for the role
• A current resume detailing your relevant experience
• Complete online questionnaire demonstrating how you meet each of the essential criteria
• All applications must be submitted through the Council’s website. waverley.nsw.gov.au/council/jobs

About Waverley Council

At Waverley Council, our values of Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration and Customer Focus guide how we work together, deliver, lead and support our community.

We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel respected, included and empowered to contribute their best. We value diverse perspectives and foster a culture of collaboration, curiosity and continuous improvement.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and life stages.

We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. If you require adjustments or support at any stage, please contact our People and Culture team at [email protected].

Waverley Council is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates. We value diversity. We encourage applications from people from diverse groups, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; young people; older workers; people with disabilities; LGBTQIA+; and other minority groups. If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our People and Culture team at [email protected].

We fully support the aims and objectives of the NSW Officer of Children's Guardian and Child Protection legislation. We will implement necessary practices to ensure a safe and supported Council environment for children and young people. All staff, volunteers and contractor’s welcome child safe and child friendly practices