Libraries & Council Services Assistant

• Be the heartbeat of a vibrant community hub – connect, create, and inspire
• Help shape engaging library programmes & services that bring people together
• Support digital literacy & innovation – empowering our community with tech skills

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Do you love libraries? Are you passionate about people? Ready to make a real impact?

Join the New Lynn Hub team as a Libraries & Council Services Assistant to bring energy, creativity, and innovation to the wider Whau Local Board community.

This is a permanent 22-hour per week position that includes a regular weekend day (Monday, Friday, and Saturday) and is currently worked at New Lynn Library. You will need to be flexible about where you work as you will be working across the Whau Local Board libraries. 

Our library whānau is focused on caring for each other, our community and our environment. New Lynn Library is known for promoting and educating about climate action and we want to do more in this (green literacy) space for our local community. We love collaborating with community partners and we welcome people from all walks of life. 

He kōrero mōu: About you

We are looking for someone who will muck-in to do whatever needs doing with a smile on their face and in their heart. You will play an active role in daily operations, ensuring patrons have an all-round excellent library experience. 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!

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Puts people first – friendly, empathetic, engaging, and a great collaborator
• Embraces Te Tiriti o Waitangi – connects with our diverse community and celebrates te reo Māori
• Is digitally confident – skilled in social media and using technology in creative ways
• Loves storytelling and learning – eager to co-create and support inspiring literacy programmes that educate, engage, and entertain
• Thrives in a dynamic environment – adaptable, proactive, and able to juggle multiple priorities
• Brings a can-do attitude – reliable, full of ideas, and ready to make things happen
• Champions sustainability – passionate about green literacy and climate action

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Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

This role is an essential part in ensuring that our libraries provide a world-class customer service experience that is second to none. 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. We offer a space to learn by doing and being. We offer a fun, kind and supportive working environment, with a team who are passionate about community engagement.
 
If you're ready to bring fresh energy to our libraries, we’d love to hear from you!

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

Tono Mai: Apply Now! To view a copy of the position description, click here

Salary: 57k – 65k (depending on skills and experience)

Applications close: 20th May 2025

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.