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Auckland Council

Senior Librarian Community Engagement

  • Posted 1w ago
  • On Site
  • Part Time, Fixed Term Contract

$91  -  $107 k/yr

Auckland

Job Description

  • Bring your passion for community engagement and libraries to this exciting leadership role
  • Build meaningful connections with the diverse communities of Glen Innes
  • Are you a natural leader or person who wants to sharpen your leadership skills?


He angitūtanga: The opportunity

  • An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Librarian Community Engagement to join the team on a fixed-term or secondment basis until 31 July 2027. You’ll be primarily based at Glen Innes Library, with flexibility to work across libraries within the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board as required.
  • This is a 31-hour per week role, worked Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.


Te hiranga o tēnei mahi: Why this role matters

In this senior, community-focused role, you’ll lead and contribute to the day-to-day delivery of frontline library services while growing Glen Innes Library’s reach and connection across the community. You’ll provide leadership and coaching to the team, champion excellent customer service, and build strong relationships that support community-led opportunities and meaningful outcomes for the people of Glen Innes. You’ll balance community engagement with the changing operational needs of a busy library.


Ngā kawenga matua: Key responsibilities

  • Provide strong leadership with excellent communication skills
  • Build trusted relationships with community groups, organisations and stakeholders
  • Collaborate with community and partners to co-design inclusive initiatives that respond to local aspirations
  • Act as the senior onsite when required, making sound operational decisions
  • Champion excellent customer service and welcoming, safe and inclusive library spaces
  • Upskill, mentor and provide guidance to kaimahi in Glen Innes Library and across the local board
  • Support staff capability, operational planning and collaboration across the local board area


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He kōrero mōu: About you

  • A recognised library qualification or relevant tertiary qualification
  • LIANZA professional registration (or be actively working towards it)
  • Proven leadership, coaching, and team development experience
  • Strong community engagement, relationship-building, co-design, facilitation and collaboration skills
  • Excellent digital and information literacy, with confidence supporting customers and kaimahi
  • A commitment to embedding te ao Māori and te reo Māori into everyday practice to deliver culturally responsive services
  • A full New Zealand driver's licence is preferred
  • The ability to speak a community language is an advantage
  • We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement listed. What matters most is your ability to contribute to a purpose-driven environment where diverse experiences are valued.


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.


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
  • 3.5% 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: Sunday 27th September 2026 at 11.59pm

Salary: Band G, $91 - $107K per annum, depending on skills & experience


Auckland Council is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020. We collect personal information directly from you and, where relevant for the purpose of assessing you for employment, and employing you as part of the transport reform process, from third parties such as referees, previous employers (including Auckland Transport) recruitment agencies, and background checking providers.

By applying for this role, you consent to Council obtaining a reference from your current employer, including information about any active conduct investigations and current performance management processes, if you are the preferred candidate. Reference checks will only be undertaken at the preferred candidate stage. Any non-active performance or conduct matters may also be discussed with referees as part of the reference checking process.


If you do not consent to this information being provided, Council may be unable to properly assess your application and your application will not progress further. If you wish to withhold your consent, or to access or correct your personal information, please contact the Privacy Officer at privacy@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz .


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.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Community Engagement
  • Digital Literacy
  • Leadership
  • Information Literacy
  • Coaching

Desired Soft Skills

  • Mentoring
  • Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Collaboration
  • Relationship Building

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🧕 Inclusive Workspace
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • ⚰ Funeral Cover
  • 📱 Discounted Phone or Internet Plans
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
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  • 🌿 Indigenous Rights
  • 💰 Wage Equality
  • 🙌 Community Focused
  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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