Librarian - Children

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Tūranga is an award-winning library, combining modern architecture, cutting-edge technology, world-class customer experiences and community spaces. This role is based on the vibrant Hapori/Community floor, which offers a family friendly environment with a wide range of interactive opportunities and collections for children and youth.

About the role | Ko te mahi nei

In this rewarding role you will share your knowledge by working directly with our customers. Job satisfaction will come out of seeing the positive influence you are making every day to the families of Christchurch as you watch, teach, develop and grow not only children and youth but their parents, caregivers and whanau.

About you | Ko Koe Tēnei

You will have an enthusiasm for developing and delivering library programmes to children and youth, and to build and maintain library collections. Your passion will encourage children and their whanau, and get them excited about reading, technology and creativity.

We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated, customer-focused, and creative library professional. You will have the skills to engage with your community, and the leadership and confidence to develop, promote and deliver innovative library programmes, events and services. You will have a collaborative approach and comfortably demonstrate your whanaungatanga and manaakitanga every day.

Qualifications and experience requirements: Level 5 qualification and a minimum of 1 year relevant experience, along with knowledge and understanding of children's librarianship, including collection management, planning and programming.

What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?

Working for the Christchurch City Council allows you to contribute directly to the community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors. You will also benefit from:

• Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave - is this still an option in both collective and IEA?
• Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
• Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.

Through collaboration, innovation, and a strong commitment to community, the council provides an environment where one's skills and passions can shine, making it an exceptional choice for those seeking purpose and impact in their career.

Additional Information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero:

We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us at [email protected]

• Hours of work - Permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week), Sunday - Thursday including one evening shift to 8pm per week
• Location - This position is primarily based at Tūranga, 60 Cathedral Square, Christchurch
• Salary - $65,502 - $72,780 per Annum - Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.