Team Leader Acquisition and Legal Deposit

Department of Internal Affairs
US$136,512
Wellington
Full time
3 weeks ago

Type:  Permanent 
Hours:  Full time 
Location:  Wellington 
Group:   Archives and National Library 
Branch: Partnerships and Commissions
Salary:  $109,697 - $136,512

About us

As part of the Department of Internal Affairs, we are the kaitiaki of Aotearoa’s documentary heritage. At Archives New Zealand and the National Library, we care for the records, stories, and knowledge that shape who we are as a nation. We collect, protect, and provide appropriate access to everything from government records to treasured taonga, working with communities, libraries, and archives across the motu and beyond to make sure the history and information that matter remain accessible for generations to come.

Lead the Development of Aotearoa’s Published Heritage

E ngā mana, e ngā reo, e ngā karangatanga maha o ngā hau e whā, nau mai, haere mai. Greetings to the many authorities, voices, and experts of the world.

This is an opportunity for someone who understands the value of building a national collection for Aotearoa and is keen to provide leadership in this.  As Team Leader, Acquisition and Legal Deposit, you’ll oversee the acquisition of published material and the delivery of the Library’s legal deposit responsibilities, ensuring that the documentary heritage of Aotearoa is collected, described, and preserved for users now and in the future.

In this role, you’ll lead a team of librarians to deliver on national collecting strategies, develop and maintain strong relationships with publishers and creators, and provide expert guidance on legal deposit and acquisitions. You’ll also work closely with curators, preservation teams and metadata specialists to ensure high-quality, efficient collection workflows across both physical and digital formats.

What we’re looking for

We’re keen to hear from experienced professionals with:

You’ll be someone who combines a love of collections with a clear sense of purpose and the ability to lead through change.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to providing a workplace where all employees are supported to succeed.

Hikoia te whetu, hikoia te marama, ka rere, ka rere. Stride over the stars. Stride over the moon, take flight.

Applications close: 5pm, 25 August 2025
For more information please contact: Kim Gutchlag, Manager Acquisition and Legal Deposit:  kim.gutchlag@dia.govt.nz
Job description: To review the full job description, please click here.

At the Department of Internal Affairs, the work we do makes New Zealand a better place for those born here, and those new New Zealanders who have chosen to call this country home.
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