Librarian Flatbush Library

An exciting fixed term opportunity is now available in the Howick Local Board for a Librarian Children & Youth based at Flat Bush Library in Ormiston Town Centre.

He angitūtanga: The opportunity 

This role is vital for connecting children, youth, and whānau with library services and programmes. You will be responsible for developing and delivering responsive and engaging programmes and events for tamariki and rangatahi. As a senior, this role has additional leadership responsibilities in supporting the Flat Bush Library team.

Flat Bush Library will be open seven days a week including some public holidays, so flexibility around working hours is required. This is a 1-year secondment/fixed term position until early April 2027 working 38 hours per week with a variable roster. 

To view the position description, please click here. 

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• An ability to provide good leadership with strong communication skills
• An aptitude for building relationships with young people and their whānau, schools, pre-schools, community stakeholders, and the wider council family
• Skills with technology and the ability to support tamariki and rangatahi to successfully use information resources and devices
• A willingness to design and deliver innovative, value-added programmes and events
• Strong children and youth readers advisory skills
• A library qualification, or bachelor’s degree in a related field 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

You can expect variety in your work, and a supportive work environment for you to thrive. This is a leadership role, where you will be able to make a significant contribution to the diverse communities of the Howick Local Board.  The scope is there for you to thrive and gain satisfaction in the children’s space by leading, developing, and inspiring others.

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

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

If you have the skills we are looking for, a positive attitude and want to be part of a fun fabulous team, apply now! 

Band F, we expect to appoint the successful candidate at a salary of $76,000 - $90,000 dependant on skills & experience

Applications Close: Wednesday 25th Feb 2026 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.