Senior Library and Council Services Assistant- Central City Library

Do you possess a passion for libraries and community spaces? Are you people focused, with a passion for mahi that impacts our more vulnerable communities? 
Are you resilient and able to navigate complex, sometimes challenging situations? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We’re excited to share an exciting, fixed term opportunity for a Senior Library and Council Services Assistant and are seeking a resilient and enthusiastic individual to step into the role!

•    Based at Central City Library in the Community Partnerships team, 38 hours a week (including one evening and one weekend day)
•    Part of the Central City Hub team – which also includes these sites – Albert Park Caretaker's Cottage, Ellen Melville Centre and Te Wharekura.
 

He angitūtanga: The opportunity
 
You will be joining the Community Partnerships team, taking on a role in our frontline library service, including delivery of council services, helping support staff in our exciting day-to-day operations - where we can see upwards of two thousand people through the door each day – and supporting the team with our focus on hauora and community well-being across the Tāmaki Pātaka Kōrero - Auckland Central City Library, the Central City Hub, and our central city community. 
 

He kōrero mōu: About you
 
•    Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
•    An ability to problem solve and think on your feet
•    A great sense of resilience and ability to navigate challenging situations
•    Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds
•    Strong relationship skills
•    Comfortable with technology and able to support customers to successfully use information resources and devices
•    Willing to ‘muck-in’ with the delivery and development of exciting community initiatives 
•    Flexibility and collaboration across all aspects of your mahi
•    Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
•    Knowledge/understanding of Te Ao Māori and a willingness to learn

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

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

You’ll work in a stimulating environment and be part of a passionate team committed to Auckland communities. We support flexible working arrangements for our staff.

As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits

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 here.

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

We are expecting to appoint the successful applicant at a salary of between $65,000 - $77,000 per annum, depending upon experience. 

This role closes on 3rd November, 11:59 pm 

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.
  
Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children.  This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment.  This position is also deemed a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug testing. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.