Get Involved
Become a Part of the Library Service
More than just books, there are so many ways to get involved with the Library.
We love to see you using your Library for borrowing, attending activities and lounging in our tranquil spaces. Community support and involvement are vital elements in the Library's success. We want to support you to have your say to improve our services, provide volunteering opportunities and support your career with work experience, professional placement and employment opportunities.
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Our collection aims to reflect our community. If there is something you would like to borrow that we don’t have let us know by submitting a suggestion for purchase.
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Volunteers are a valued asset of our Library community. Volunteer roles include Home Library Service delivery drivers, events assistance, technology tutors and general shelving and tidying.
There are currently no vacancies however you can express interest by emailing the library with your resume and the role you are interested in. We will keep your resume on file and get in contact with you if a vacancy becomes available.
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Wollondilly Library supports the community in gaining experience and career development in the Library industry.
Eligibility
Work experience and professional placements are compulsory course required experiences supported by your educational institution. Work experience generally applies to local students in year 10 and professional placements are those studying Library and Information Studies through University. Your educational institution is required to support the placement with appropriate insurance coverage (Public Liability and Personal Injury Insurance).
What to expect
Placements are generally 5-10 business days and supervised by one of our team members. A roster will be developed, suited to your interests and goals, to ensure your time with us is a valuable experience.
For more information and how to apply see Wollondilly Shire Council.
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Young people looking for a volunteer opportunity in order to complete their Duke of Edinburgh Award are welcome to apply.
Please complete this form to express your interest in a volunteer placement, and you will receive a response when an opportunity becomes available.
We have limited availability to host volunteers, and may not be able to accommodate everyone. Minimum age requirement 14 years.
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A career in the Library industry is a rewarding experience with customer service at its heart. Suited to everyone who has a love for supporting the community with information, resources and learning opportunities. There are a number of roles that make up the Library from Library Assistants, Officers, Librarians and Coordinators, most requiring tertiary qualifications. Each role has a specialisation such as collections, technology, programs and promotions.
For positions vacant and to apply see Wollondilly Shire Council.
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Wollondilly Library loves to support our local authors.
Unfortunately, due to high demand, we cannot accommodate all requests for author talks and book launches.
However, we are hosting an event to showcase local authors from 10.30am - 1pm on Saturday 9 November 2024.
You will have the opportunity to give a short pitch to an audience, and then sell copies of your book/s.
If you’re an author interested in attending, please fill out this form so we can get all the details we need in one place.
Once submitted, our Programs and Promotions Librarian will review your application and be in touch.
