Casual Part-Time Circulation Assistant - Christchurch

Department of Internal Affairs; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

The Department of Internal Affairs in Christchurch is seeking a reliable Circulation Services team member for a casual, part-time role. You will support circulation, shelving, issuing returns, venue setup, visitor assistance and general admin, with a strong focus on customer service and safety.

Ideal candidates have clerical experience, strong organisation, ability to work in a diverse team, and comfortable with basic computer systems; physical shelving and light lifting may be required.

Qualifications

• Strong customer focus and a positive, approachable manner.
• Proven experience in clerical or administrative support.
• Well organised and able to manage high-volume work.
• Comfortable working collaboratively in a diverse team environment.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with standard systems.
• Physically capable of shelving and some heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Support circulation and collection management.
• Assist with centre and event support.
• Help ensure customers receive the resources they need—when they need them.
• Contribute to shelving, issuing and returns.
• Venue setup and visitor support.
• General administrative tasks.
• Maintain focus on customer service and health and safety.

Skills

Customer service

Clerical experience

Organization

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Physical fitness

Job description

The Department of Internal Affairs in Christchurch is seeking a reliable Circulation Services team member for a casual, part-time role. You will support circulation, shelving, issuing returns, venue setup, visitor assistance and general admin, with a strong focus on customer service and safety.

Ideal candidates have clerical experience, strong organisation, ability to work in a diverse team, and comfortable with basic computer systems; physical shelving and light lifting may be required.