Libraries & Council Services Assistant

• Serve customers in a vibrant and exciting library
• Learn new skills and engage with the local community
• Use your passion for people and communities in our welcoming library spaces

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Love libraries? Passionate about people? Ready to make a real impact? An opportunity has arisen to work as a Library & Council Service Assistant in the Whau Local Board Local Board.

This is a parental leave cover position from 28th June 2025 to 30th January 2026 working 22 hours a week on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, based at Avondale Library. In this customer-focused role, you will be contributing to the day to day running of the library and front-line library service. You will have the opportunity to work closely with colleagues and customers to create a great experience. You will be working closely with our local community supporting and/or delivering exciting programmes and activities that are driven by community need.

Your mahi will include supporting day-to-day operations and the development and delivery of programmes driven by community needs. Every day is different which is what makes it fun!

He kōrero mōu: About you

You will have strong people skills, are flexible and adaptable to our library environment. You have a passion for customer service with a positive attitude towards serving people of all ages and backgrounds. You are eager to learn new skills and thrive in a busy work environment.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• A people-first mindset, friendly, empathetic, and engaging
• Strong digital and social media skills – confident using tech in creative ways
• Loves for storytelling, learning, and community connection
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Proactive, can-do attitude – adaptable, reliable, and full of ideas

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

We offer a welcoming and supportive team, and a community that values the library as a welcoming community space. Here you’ll have an opportunity to grow your career within the Auckland Libraries team and Auckland Council.

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. 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. 

Salary: 57k – 60k (depending on skills and experience)

Applications close 14th of May

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.