Senior Librarian Research -Māori Research Specialist

• Champion access to research and heritage collections across Tāmaki Makaurau
• Play a key role in empowering information discovery through customer engagement and specialist support
• Join a supportive, kaupapa-driven team focused on knowledge sharing and innovation

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

We’re looking for a passionate and skilled information professional to join our Research and Heritage team. In this Māori research specialist position, you’ll provide high-quality information services that support inquiry, creativity, and connection to Auckland’s diverse collections and communities.

You’ll support customers across all of our Auckland Libraries and beyond — online, in person, and through outreach. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead through coaching, strengthen professional practice, and contribute to inclusive heritage outcomes for Tāmaki Makaurau.

Te hiranga o tēnei mahi: Why this role matters

This role plays a critical part in building community connection to knowledge, culture and heritage. You’ll help ensure our community can discover, interpret and engage with our collections, while supporting your colleagues to grow their capability and confidence in this space.

Ngā kawenga matua: Key responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality information services, tailored advice and research support
• Provide leadership and coaching to lift capability across Research and Heritage teams
• Champion best practice in using Māori information sources and research tools and collection management*

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He kōrero mōu: About you

You’re an experienced information or heritage professional who thrives on connecting people with knowledge. You bring a strong service mindset, are confident in coaching others, and enjoy collaborating across diverse teams and communities.

You have a passion for te ao Māori, research, heritage, and inclusive access to information. You’ll bring knowledge, empathy and curiosity and a commitment to delivering meaningful outcomes for all Tāmaki Makaurau.

• Are confident working with digital and physical collections across multiple formats
• Bring strong facilitation, communication and relationship-building skills
• Are comfortable navigating complexity and delivering outcomes collaboratively

You will have LIANZA professional registration or be actively working towards registration. Auckland Council supports staff in obtaining LIANZA professional registration.

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement listed. What matters most is your ability to contribute to our mission of connecting communities with stories, knowledge, and heritage — especially through a te ao Māori lens. We know that transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of mahi.



Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

At Auckland Council, you’ll join a dynamic and supportive environment where your mahi directly impacts the lives of over 1.5 million Aucklanders. We offer a strong focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick and are a signatory of the Pride Pledge, reflecting our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all people feel valued, respected and empowered to thrive.

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

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Tono mai: Apply now!
Application close date: Sunday 10th August 5pm
Salary: Band F
Location: Auckland Central Library
Contract Type: Permanent / 40hours / Monday-Friday

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.