- Work with a diverse community to create programming that will make a difference!
- Kaipātiki Local Board, based primarily at Birkenhead Library
- Permanent 38 hour per week position
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An opportunity is available in the Kaipātiki Local Board Libraries, based currently at the Birkenhead Library for a: Librarian Programme and Events
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Librarians play a key role in providing a welcoming, professional and great library service. They collaborate with customers in the library and in the community making it easy for people to access and use the various library resources that are available to them. Librarians have community at their heart and consistently provide excellent customer service to ensure all customers receive an unforgettable experience.
The Librarian Programme and Events role is currently worked at Birkenhead Library. This library is a busy and vibrant library with a strong community focus, offering an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone. In this exciting role with variety and challenge, you will be leading the development, promotion and delivery of community-focused programmes and events designed to engage the public within the Kaipātiki Local Board.
Our libraries are open 7 days a week so flexibility around working hours including a weekend day is required.
He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for someone who can:
- Use library processes & systems and technology with confidence
- Set the standard for promotions, including posters, networking, and social media
- Build and maintain community connections
- Enable and oversee the co-design, co-ordination, and delivery of programmes, events, and services within the library
- Has a collaborative and flexible approach, and is willing and open to continuous learning
- Exhibit excellent communication and customer service skills
- Balance multiple tasks and priorities
- Confidently use social media platforms to engage with the community.
The role will form part of the leadership team in the library’s day-to-day operations and support for team members.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
This is a rewarding role with the opportunity to directly impact and uplift services to the local community. You’ll be part of an engaged team who shares a passion for people, their community and who love to make a difference in helping to make Auckland a vibrant place to live, work and play.
If you are enthusiastic about delivering events and programmes that engage the community with libraries, are passionate about literature, readers advisory, technology, digital literacy, and have leadership experience, then please apply now.
Applications close: Monday 31st July 2023
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.
