Library and Council Services Assistant Avondale

He angitūtanga: The opportunity
The opportunity has arisen to work as a Library & Council Services Assistant in the Whau Local Board Libraries, based at Avondale Library. This will require you to be flexible as you may need to work from other sites within the local board area, such as Blockhouse Bay and New Lynn.

Avondale Library is a busy community library serving a diverse and vibrant community. Our library whānau is focused on caring for each other, our community, and our environment. We are looking for a flexible all-rounder to join and contribute as part of a high-achieving, cohesive, and dynamic team. You will be contributing to the day-to-day running of the library and supporting our programmes and events. As this is a customer service role, you will be helping customers from all walks of life.

Many of our libraries are open 7 days a week so flexibility around working days, including weekends and late nights, is required. We are looking to fill a 22-hour permanent part-time role. Shifts below:

• Saturday 9.30am – 4pm
• Tuesday: 9.00am – 6.00pm
• Thursday: 9.00am -6.00pm
  
  

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He kōrero mōu: About you
You will have strong people skills, are flexible and adaptable to a 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:

• Brings a can-do attitude – reliable, full of ideas, collaborative, and ready to make things happen.
• Is digitally confident and skilled in social media. Understands and uses technology creatively and with confidence, able to support customers to successfully use information resources and devices.
• Has a strong people focused, and empathy driven work ethic. Along with a positive attitude, pride in their work and in the ability to influence others positively.
• Is reliable, adaptable and fosters great relationships with the team and our community.
• Can demonstrate experience working with a diverse range of people.
• Demonstrates excellent written and communication skills with a strong people focus.
• Demonstrates an understanding of Te Ao Māori values and principles.
• Has a clean driver’s licence

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. 

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.

Additionally, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you will gain access to many benefits and discounts including:

• Option to buy an additional week’s annual leave
• Four weeks annual leave, plus an additional week after five years
• Additional day of leave for community activities
• Discounts on attractions such as the Maritime Museum, Auckland Zoo & Auckland Art Gallery
• Discounted Health & Life Insurance Policies
• Flexible and supportive work environment
• 3% KiwiSaver on top of your salary

As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits

Tono Mai: Apply Now!
Application close date: 27th January at 11.59pm

Salary: This role is salary band E, we expect to appoint the successful candidate at a salary of between $65-$77K depending upon skills & 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.