- Serve customers in a vibrant and exciting library
- Learn new skills and engage with the local community
- Permanent, part-time opportunity, working 16 hours (Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday) per week
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
An opportunity has arisen to work as a Library & Council Service Assistant in the Kaipātiki Local Board Libraries, based at Birkenhead Library.
Birkenhead Library is a busy community library serving a diverse and vibrant community. Our library whānau is focused on caring for each other, our community, and our environment.
We are looking for a flexible all-rounder to join and contribute as part of a high-achieving, cohesive, and dynamic team. You will be supporting the team and contributing to the day-to-day running of the library. As this is a customer service role, you will be supporting customers from all walks of life.
He kōrero mōu: About you
Your natural ability to relate well with people of all ages and backgrounds, excellent communication skills, and strong digital skills will ensure that you are able to successfully engage with our customers and provide excellent customer service. You are eager to learn new skills, enjoy serving customers, and you thrive in a busy work environment.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is positive, energetic, with a can-do attitude where no job is too big or small.
- Understands and uses technology with confidence, able to support customers to successfully use information resources and devices.
- Is reliable, adaptable and fosters great relationships, positively influencing others within the team.
- Possesses excellent communication skills with a strong people and empathy focus.
- Enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Demonstrates excellent written and communication skills.
- Has knowledge/understanding of Te Ao Māori or willingness to learn.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
Along with the benefits that come with being a part of Auckland's largest employer, you will also be part of Australasia's largest public libraries and can make an impact in one of New Zealand's fastest growing cities.
You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, including discounted Leisure Centre membership and a range of other partnership discounts!
If you have the skills we are looking for, have a positive attitude, and want to be part of a fabulous team, apply now!
Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini: My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.
To view a copy of the position description, click here.
Target salary: 57k - 60k/a depending on skills and experience
Applications close 20th of July
Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children. This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check
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.
