Library and Council Services Assistant - Te manawa

He angitūtanga | The opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Library and Council Services Assistant to join our Te Manawa Hub Integrated Council Services team within the Henderson – Massey Local Board

This is a 24-hour, 4 month fixed-term role, working across a 7-day roster, including weekends and some late nights. Flexibility is key, and no two days will be quite the same.

Te hiranga o tēnei mahi | Why this role matters

This role helps keep Te Manawa hubs running like a well-oiled machine. You’ll support the operational delivery of library and council services, helping ensure our spaces are welcoming, organised, and ready for our community every day. When things run smoothly, everyone wins our team, our customers, and our community.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operations of Te Manawa hub
• Deliver friendly, efficient library, council services and Venue Hire to customers
• Maintain systems, processes, and operational standards
• Support bookings, equipment use, and general service flow
• Work collaboratively with the team to keep the hub safe, organised, and welcoming

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He kōrero mōu | About you

You’re organised, dependable, and love it when things just work. You enjoy structure, systems, and supporting others to do their best work. You bring a calm, practical approach and a genuine care for people and community.

You’ll thrive in this role if you:
• Enjoy operations-focused work and supporting smooth service delivery
• Bring a can-do attitude and a willingness to pitch in
• Are digitally confident and comfortable using multiple systems
• Have great people skills and an empathy-driven approach
• Are adaptable, reliable, and a strong team player
• Value Te Ao Māori principles and bring respect and curiosity to your mahi

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement listed. What matters most is your ability to contribute to a collaborative, purpose-driven environment where diverse experiences are valued. We know that transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of work.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer 

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.

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Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Application close date: Friday 13th February 2026 at 11.59pm

Salary: band E, we expect to appoint the successful candidate at a salary of $65-$70k per annum, pro rata, depending on 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.