Senior Librarian

**Mō mātou | About us**

As a proudly kaupapa Māori tertiary educator, **‘tauira success’** is our mission and **‘whānau transformation through education’**is our vision, guiding our commitment to delivering quality education programmes underpinned by Māori culture and values.

Our kaimahi (employees) enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace and a great range of benefits to support their wellbeing and that of their whānau:

- Free Southern Cross health insurance and life insurance.
- Four extra leave days each year to celebrate Matariki and Christmas, plus special leave available for those involved in cultural or sporting events.
- Flexible work hours for non-rostered positions and work-from-home options for positions that can be performed away from the office.
- Free car parking at our main campuses.

**Mō tēnei mahi | About this job**

Are you a forward-thinking librarian who’s passionate about digital innovation and student success? We’re looking for a **Senior Librarian - Digital Systems** to champion seamless access to our digital library systems and help shape the tauira (student) experience at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa.

In this key role, you’ll be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining digital library solutions that support blended learning across our network. You’ll work to ensure our digital services are fit-for-purpose, future-focused, and aligned with best practice - all with the ultimate goal of empowering tauira throughout their learning journey.

This role is about more than managing library systems - it’s about creating meaningful, accessible, and enriching digital experiences for every learner.

**Mōu | About you**

The ideal person is tech-savvy, library solutions-focused, and passionate about creating accessible, high-quality digital experiences that support diverse learners on their education journey.
- Tertiary qualification (degree level) in a relevant discipline
- Professional qualification in Library, Information Management, or Information Science
- Full New Zealand Driver’s License
- 4+ years’ experience in a professional library setting (tertiary library experience preferred)
- 4+ years’ experience managing digital library systems and/or digital resources

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) will be key.