Senior Librarian

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

We currently have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Central City Hub whānau as a Senior Librarian in the Community Partnerships team, based at the Central City Library. Some flexibility will be required as you may need to work from other sites across the central city, these include Te Wharekura, Ellen Melville Centre and the Albert Park Caretaker’s Cottage.

Community Partnerships is a dynamic team that work closely with many communities across Tāmaki Makaurau. Along with your library work, we work in collaboration to create and deliver small intimate activations to large scale festival events. This is a role that requires enthusiasm, creativity and a can-do attitude. Knowledge of Council programming processes, programme evaluation and experience building strong community partnerships would be beneficial.

In this senior, customer focused role, you will be leading and contributing to the day to day running of the library, programming activities and frontline services. You will work closely with other Senior Librarian colleagues to design and deliver literacy and learning activities and initiatives that are driven by community need. A key aspect of this role is being a role model and coach in providing excellent customer service to the local community and surrounding areas.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity working 40 hours per week. Roster includes a weekend day and four weekdays, with the potential for late-night shifts.

He kōrero mōu: About you

We are seeking a leader with a passion for learning, ideally with experience working with diverse communities, connections to the wider GLAM or library sector and event management experience. Strong communication, problem solving, written, creative and digital skills are a must, as well as an ability to foster literacy and community engagement outcomes.

You will bring with you a sound knowledge of library technologies and processes, enthusiasm, and an ability to collaborate in the development, co-design, implementation and delivery of services and programmes with colleagues and partners.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate the ability to:

• Build and maintain relationships with local diverse groups, including our Māori, Pasifika and new immigrant communities
• Provide leadership with strong communication skills
• Be the senior on site and have capability, capacity and confidence to lead when required
• Plan and evaluate innovative programmes and events
• Build relationships with ethnic and diverse communities, whānau, schools, universities, local organisations, other council services, sectors and peers
• Work with technology and support customers to successfully use information resources and devices that are available at the library
• Work with the library team in the delivery and design of innovative programmes and events
• LIANZA registration is a requirement for this role

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

You can expect variety in your work and a supportive work environment for you to thrive. As Auckland's largest employer, we embrace diversity and encourage well-being at all levels of life. This is a leadership role, where you can make a significant contribution to the people and diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau, if you thrive and gain satisfaction from leading with authenticity and developing and inspiring others – the scope is all here

On top of this, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you will gain access to many benefits and discounts including:

• Option to buy an additional week’s annual leave.
• Four weeks annual leave, plus an additional week after five years.
• Additional day of leave for community activities.
• Discounts on attractions such as the Maritime Museum, Auckland Zoo & Auckland Art Gallery.
• Discounted Health & Life Insurance Policies.
• Flexible and supportive work environment.

Click this link to find out more about our employee benefits package.

If you have the skills we are looking for, a positive attitude and want to be part of a fabulous team, apply now!

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini: My success is not mine alone, but the success of many. 

To view a copy of the position description: click this link

Applications close Sunday 5th April 2026 at 11.59pm

This role is a band G position, we expect to appoint the successful applicant at a salary of $88 - $104k per annum, depending on skills & experience.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
 
Employees in receipt of salary protection and/or on the predecessor Council terms and conditions of employment, please note that the salary protection and/or predecessor Council terms and conditions, including relocation, apply to your current position. Should you change to a new position (other than any secondment) you will be issued with a new employment letter of offer with current Auckland Council terms and conditions.