Library Manager

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Please note the offical job title for this role is Manager Community Place

We are recruiting for a Manager, Community Place – Albany Library to lead a talented team and build relationships within a library-loving community! With a proven track record in staff leadership, we are seeking a people person who can foster strong relationships with key stakeholders. You will also create effective community practice, addressing the needs and priorities of the Upper Harbour Local Board and Hibiscus Bays South communities and provide a safe, welcoming environment for customers and staff.

Key responsibilities include:

• Day-to-day operational management of the library including responsibility for financial and staffing allocations
• Facilitating and growing community and partner-led activity which meets the needs of the community
• Supporting the collaborative management of recruitment and induction of staff for the local board team, as well as the development and coaching of existing staff
• Lead and develop staff to deliver excellence in visitor experiences.

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity leading a team of 10, requiring flexibility to work across the Upper Harbour Local Board and Hibiscus Bays South area as required. 

The library is open seven days a week. There may be requirement to work some weekend days and after hours for events as needed.

To see the position description, please click here: Position Description

He kōrero mōu: About you

If you’re a people leader and you enjoy championing innovation, connecting with Aucklanders, being courageous and leading a team of individuals who have genuine passion for people and their communities, we’d like to hear from you!

Some key requirements to be successful in this role:

• Leadership and Management Experience: proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing team.
• Librarianship and Customer Services: experience working within a library environment supporting teams and customers to learn, build knowledge and capability.
• Relationship Building: essential to success in community engagement and partnering within the Upper Harbour Local Board community.
• Embracing Change and Diversity: skilled in guiding teams through ambiguity, fostering diverse thinking, and creating a positive culture. The Albany and Upper Harbour Local Board region and communities are ethnically diverse and responding and realising the potential of this is central to the role.
• You will be committed to being a great Tiriti o Waitangi partner and you understand the importance of te ao Māori and te reo Māori within our places.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

This is a true community focused role, where you can  make a significant contribution to the people and diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau. If you thrive and gain satisfaction from leading with authenticity and developing and inspiring others, then the scope for this is all here. You will be offered a challenge, huge variety and a real opportunity to make a difference to the community.

On top of this, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you will gain access to many benefits and discounts including:

· Option to buy an additional week’s annual leave

· Four weeks annual leave, plus an additional week after five years

· Additional day of leave for community activities

· Discounts on attractions such as the Maritime Museum, Auckland Zoo & Auckland Art Gallery

· Discounted Health & Life Insurance Policies

· Flexible and supportive work environment

Click this link to find out more about our employee benefits package Benefits Snapshot

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini. My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

Salary Band G, we are looking to appoint someone between $90,000 - $100,000 dependent on experience.

Tono mai: Apply Now! Applications close: 18th June 2025 at 11.59pm

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.