Senior Librarian Community Engagement

2 months ago


Auckland City, New Zealand Auckland Council Full time

**He angitūtanga: The opportunity**

We currently have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our team as a Senior Librarian, Community Engagement based at Mt Roskill Library, some flexibility will be required as you may need to work from other sites in the Albert-Eden-Puketāpapa local board (Epsom, Point Chevalier & Mount Albert Libraries).

In this customer focused and senior role, you will be leading and contributing to the day to day running of the library and frontline library & council services. You will work closely with the Community Wellbeing network to design and deliver literacy and learning activities and initiatives that target tamariki, rangatahi, and whānau, and are driven by community need. A key aspect of this role is that you will be a role model and coach in providing excellent customer service to the local community and surrounding areas and will help to foster a sense of belonging in our vibrant library space.

**He kōrero mōu: About you**

We are seeking a leader in community engagement ideally with experience working with diverse communities

You will bring with you a sound knowledge of library technologies and processes, enthusiasm, and an ability to collaborate in the development, implementation and delivery of services and programmes.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

- An ability to provide good leadership with strong communication skills
- Skill in planning and evaluating innovative programmes and events
- An aptitude for building relationships with young people and their whānau, schools, churches, local organisations, other council services and peers
- Comfortable with technology and able to support customers to successfully use information resources and devices that are available at the library
- Willing to work with the library team in the delivery and design of innovative programmes and events
- Strong leadership in community relationships
- LIANZA registration

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer**

You can expect variety in your work and a supportive work environment for you to thrive. As Auckland's largest employer, we embrace diversity and encourage well-being at all levels of life. This is a leadership role, where not only are you in a position to make a significant contribution to the people and diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau, if you thrive and gain satisfaction from leading with authenticity and developing and inspiring others - the scope is all here

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.

This is a permanent position working 38 hours per week. Our library is open seven days a week so flexibility is required around working hours, ideally working Sun-Thurs.

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

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**Applications close Wednesday 28th August 2024 at 11.59pm



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