Libraries & Council Services Assistant
Date: 3 Jul 2025
Location: North Shore, NZ, 1010
Company: Auckland Council
- Be the heartbeat of a vibrant community hub – connect, create, and inspire
- Help shape engaging library programmes & services
- Support digital innovation
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Libraries & Council Services Assistant – Permanent, Part-time (32 hrs/week) position | Devonport-Takapuna Local Board
📍 Permanent, part-time (32 hrs/week) – including one weekend day
📍 Based at Takapuna Library, with opportunities across the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board
💡 Create connections, spark curiosity, and support vibrant community programming
🌐 Empower digital confidence – help people navigate an increasingly digital world
🌏 Champion sustainability and climate literacy – make environmental awareness part of everyday learning
Takapuna Library is more than your average library. As the only integrated site on the North Shore, we are a bustling, seven-day-a-week community hub, just steps away from stunning Takapuna Beach. We’re looking for someone ready to bring energy, heart and fresh ideas to our team.
This is a rare permanent opportunity, perfect for someone who’s people-focused, future-minded, and passionate about making a positive difference.
He kōrero mōu: About you
What You'll Be Doing:
💬 Welcoming with heart – Be the friendly face greeting customers and offering support across library and council services
🤝 Community connector – Build relationships and nurture a space where everyone feels they belong
🧠 Tech guide & digital coach – Help others confidently use devices, access digital tools, and explore e-resources
🌱 Sustainability advocate – Weave climate-conscious thinking into programmes and everyday conversations
🎨 Creative collaborator – Co-design engaging events and initiatives that educate, entertain, and inspire
👥 Team player – Support your colleagues and grow together in a dynamic, high-trust environment
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
- A naturally friendly, open, empathetic team in a community that values the library as a safe, inclusive space
- Opportunities to grow your career within Auckland Libraries and Auckland Council
- A chance to help shape the future of green literacy and sustainability education
If you’re excited by the idea of being part of a community-driven team that’s passionate about libraries, people, technology and green literacy – we want to hear from you!
As part of our Auckland Council Group, you will gain access to many benefits and discounts. 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 here.
Applications close 9th of July
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.