Library Services Lead

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Library Services Lead (Te Manawa Community Hub)

We’re searching for an experienced Library Services Lead, to oversee our team of specialist librarians at Te Manawa Community Hub.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and inspire a team of specialist librarians, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

• Collaborate across teams to create a welcoming environment and deliver seamless integrated services.
• Develop and implement forward-thinking library service strategies that align with evolving community needs.
• Champion inclusivity, accessibility, and cultural responsiveness in all hub activities.
• Engage with stakeholders and community partners to build strong relationships and promote library services.

To review the full position description please click here: Library Services Lead

He kōrero mōu: About you

• Experienced people leader with a passion for library services and community engagement.
• Energised by the evolving nature of librarianship, you empower your team to continuously develop and adapt with confidence to meet changing service demands.
• You understand and can navigate the complexities of modern library services in a community hub, balancing traditional offerings with innovative approaches.
• Encourage a lifelong love of reading and learning, championing both literacy and digital skills to enrich our community’s lives.
• A committed Tiriti o Waitangi partner who values te ao Māori and te reo Māori and integrates these principles into your work.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

At Te Manawa, you'll work alongside a team who share your genuine passion for people and community. If you thrive on leading with authenticity, developing and inspiring others, and taking on new challenges, this role offers the scope you're looking for.

You'll enjoy a flexible and supportive work environment where your efforts will make a tangible impact on the community.

In addition, as part of the Auckland Council whānau, we offer a vast range of employee benefits including:

• Four weeks annual leave, plus an additional week after five years
• Option to buy an additional week’s annual leave
• Additional day of leave for community activities
• Discounts on attractions and partnership benefits
• Discounted Health & Life Insurance Policies

(Band G) The salary range for this role sits between $85,782.00 0 $100,920, based on skillset and experience.

Hei tono: Apply now

• Please provide a bespoke cover letter for this role
• Applications close at midnight on 3 July 2025
• If, after reading the advert and the Position Description, you have any general queries, please contact me via email in the first instance on gina.seward@aucklandocuncil.govt.nz

Join us at Te Manawa and be part of something truly special! We look forward to reviewing your application.

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.

This position is subject to Safe Child Policy checks will include Police Vetting.