Senior Library & Council Services Assistant

• Serve customers in a vibrant and exciting library
• Learn new skills and engage with the local community
• Be the heartbeat of vibrant community places connect, create, and inspire 

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Ngā Pātaka Kōrero o Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland Libraries) have a strong community focus, and we are an extraordinary destination for the people of Auckland.  Our Senior Library & Council Service Assistant play a vital part within our library team ensuring that our libraries within the the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki local board, provide a world-class customer experience that is second to none. 

A rare opportunity has arisen to apply for a Senior Libraries and Council Services Assistant position in the Upper Habour and Hibiscus Bays South Local Board Local Board based at East Coast Bay Library.

The role will focus on the needs of our diverse communities to develop partnerships, programmes and services and supporting digital literacy and equity. You will have a passion about making a difference in the library.

This is a permanent 24 hours per week position, required to work rostered Sundays and late night on Thursday. This role also requires flexibility to work across the local board libraries.

 
He kōrero mōu: About you

Flexibility, adaptability, superb people skills, a willingness to learn, a passion for customer service and a can-do attitude are essential.
 
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate an ability to:

• Has the confidence and capability to lead when required
• Has excellent communication skills
• Has knowledge/understanding of Te Ao Māori and a willingness to learn
• Is reliable, flexible and collaborative
• Is motivated, organised, has great attention to detail
• Provides excellent customer service
• Is up to date with current technology

 
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

We offer a welcoming and supportive team, fantastic regulars, and a strong community. Here you’ll have an opportunity to grow your career within the Auckland library team and Auckland Council. You will be supported by a culture that values te reo Māori me ōna tikanga, inclusion and interculturalism. You will receive dedicated training and development to help build your career and on top of this, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you will gain access to many benefits and discounts. Click this link to find out more about our employee benefits package.

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

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Tono Mai: Apply Now!
Applications close: 3rd of July 
Target salary: 65,850/a

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. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.