Librarian - Glenfield Library

•    Deliver exceptional customer service in the vibrant Glenfield community library
•    Help create a welcoming, inclusive space where people can connect, learn and thrive
•    Permanent, part-time opportunity, working 30 hours per week

He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Join our Kaipātiki Local Board Libraries team as a Librarian, based at Glenfield Library. 

In this customer-focused role, you will form part of our core leadership team, supporting an engaged and experienced team in day-to-day library operations, and frontline library service while fostering strong relationships with customers and the local community.

You will be working closely with our local community through a range of programmes. You will be supporting staff through training, assisting customers with technical queries and accessing information resources available through the library, and supporting and/or delivering exciting learning programmes to enhance the community’s digital and lifelong literacies. 

This role is based at Glenfield Library but includes the flexibility to work across our neighbouring Birkenhead and Northcote libraries.

He kōrero mōu: About you
You're passionate about technology and enjoy helping others build their confidence in the digital world.

You'll bring:
•    Excellent communication and customer service skills 
•    A positive, collaborative approach and enthusiasm for community engagement 
•    Sound knowledge of library technologies, systems and services 
•    Experience supporting customers to access digital and information resources 
•    The ability to build strong relationships with colleagues, council teams and community partners 
•    Confidence contributing to the development and delivery of library services and programmes 

You'll enjoy working with people from all backgrounds and creating welcoming, inclusive experiences for everyone who visits the library.

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement listed. What matters most is your ability to contribute to a purpose-driven environment where diverse experiences are valued. We know that transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of work.

To view a copy of the position description, click here.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
We offer a welcoming and supportive team, a community that loves reading and book discussion and also values the library as a welcoming community space. Here you’ll have an opportunity to grow your career within the Auckland library team and Auckland Council.

This role is currently worked Wednesday to Saturday. If you have the skills we are looking for and a passion for culture and community then apply now!

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

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

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.  

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Application close date: Sunday 19th July at 11.59PM

Salary range: $76K – 89 K depending on skills and experience 

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. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check. 

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer. We serve the diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, educational background, or religious beliefs. We also welcome applications from our Rainbow communities as well as disabled and neurodivergent people. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you require any support or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.