Senior Librarian Children

2 weeks ago


Auckland City, New Zealand Auckland Council Full time

**He angitūtanga: The opportunity**

An exciting opening is now available in the Manurewa Local Board area for a Senior Librarian Children & Youth, currently based at Manurewa Library.

This role is vital for connecting children, youth, and whānau with library services and programmes. You will be responsible for developing and delivering programmes and events for tamariki and rangatahi that are innovative, responsive, and engaging. This senior librarian role has additional leadership responsibilities in supporting the team.

The role will form part of the leadership team in the library’s day-to-day operations and support for team members in our library site. This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with rostered Saturdays and late nights.

**He kōrero mōu: About you**

We are seeking an experienced librarian with LIANZA professional registration.

You will bring a sound knowledge of library technologies and processes, enthusiasm, and an ability to collaborate in the development, implementation and delivery of library services and programmes. As this is a role that involves working with children, youth and their families, you will have excellent communication, the natural ability to relate well to people of all ages and backgrounds, and strong digital and readers advisory skills. You will also have a determined approach to lifelong learning and a desire to have fun at work

**We are looking for someone who can demonstrate**:

- An ability to provide good leadership with strong communication skills
- An aptitude for building relationships with young people and their whānau, schools, pre-schools, community stakeholders and the wider council family
- Skills with technology and the ability to support customers to successfully use information resources and devices
- A willingness to design and deliver innovative, value-added programmes and events
- Strong children and youth readers advisory skills
- LIANZA professional 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 you will be able to make a significant contribution to the diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau. The scope is there for you to thrive and gain satisfaction by leading, developing and inspiring others.

On top of this, 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.

Click this link to find out more about our employee benefits package.

**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 Monday 24th February 2025, 11.59pm



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