Libraries & Council Services Assistant

• Join our team of skilled professionals and collaborate closely with your local community
• We have a permanent 24-hour-per-week position available, working across two sites in Waiuku and Pukekohe
• If you’re passionate about literacy, the arts, and supporting the community, keep reading! 

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

An opportunity has arisen to work as a Library & Council Service Assistant in the Franklin Local Board. This is a permanent part-time, 24 hour per week position that is worked at a rate of 48 hours a fortnight, with at least one weekend per fortnight. Weekend days will include some late (6pm or 7pm) finishes. Franklin Community Hub is based across two main sites: Pukekohe site – a fully integrated library and arts team (Franklin Arts Centre and Pukekohe Library and council services); Waiuku site (Waiuku Library and Community Space).

We are seeking an individual to support our integrated mahi. In this customer-focused role, you will contribute to the day-to-day operations of our front-line services across all our spaces. Your active involvement will ensure that patrons have an exceptional visitor and customer experience.  Each day will bring a large variety of tasks, from assisting customers with library services to handling council inquiries related to rates and dog registration, community programming, art exhibitions, digital troubleshooting, and providing general local information.

To view a copy of the position description, click here

He kōrero mōu: About you

Here’s the list of qualifications we’re seeking:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with people from all walks of life, tamariki, and rangatahi
• Confident with technology and able to support customers in successfully using information resources and devices
• An understanding and appreciation of the role that both the arts and libraries have in community development
• Knowledge/understanding of Te Ao Māori or a willingness to learn
• Willingness to support the delivery of programs and events in the local board area
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and ability to work well under pressure
• A second language is very desirable but not necessary

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.  

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Applications close: Wednesday 28th May

Salary: $57,824 – $65,000 (depending on skills and experience)

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.