Childrens and Teens Librarian

Western Bay of Plenty District Council; Te Puke; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

Free onsite parking

Learning and development opportunities

Wellbeing resources and workplace支

Job summary

Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s Te Puke Library is seeking a dynamic library professional to deliver innovative programmes for children and youth. The role runs Monday–Friday, 40 hours, with some Saturdays by agreement, and focuses on reading, technology and creativity in a friendly community setting.

You will hold a Level 5 library qualification (or equivalent) with at least two years’ experience, and you will thrive on engaging with families and whānau while delivering high‑quality

Qualifications

• Level 5 library qualification or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years' relevant experience.
• Knowledge of children's librarianship, planning and programming delivery.
• Strong written and verbal communications.
• Ability to build relationships and engage whānau.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver library programmes to children and youth.
• Engage with your community and whānau to promote reading, technology and creativity.
• Lead and promote innovative library programmes, events and services.
• Operate in Te Puke Library with a collaborative approach and manaakitanga.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Under pressure

Verbal communication

Education

Level 5 library qualification or equivalent

Job description

Are you dynamic and motivated? Do you have experience working with children and teens in a library setting? Do and have a 'can do' attitude? Do you want to work and live in the sunny Bay of Plenty?

The Opportunity

We are on the lookout for a library superstar for a fixed-term 14-month parental leave cover to start early January 2027. You will have an enthusiasm for developing and delivering library programmes to children and youth. You want to encourage children and their whanau, and get them excited about reading, technology and creativity, all while having fun! We are looking for a fun, energetic, 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. The role is based in Te Puke Library and Service Centre. This is a Monday to Friday role working 40hrs per week, with some rostered Saturdays by agreement.

You are required to have the following:

Level 5 library qualification or equivalent and a minimum of 2 years relevant experience.

You will also have the knowledge and understanding of children's librarianship, planning and programming delivery.

To set you up for success, you'll have

• Proven experience in libraries
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent communication, listening, and reasoning skills
• Skills in programming and event planning
• High accuracy and an eye for detail
• The ability to work under pressure
• The ability to work autonomously
• The ability to build effective relationships
• A current full drivers licence

What we offer

• Five weeks annual leave
• Free onsite parking
• Learning and development opportunities
• Access to wellbeing resources and workplace support

Come and make a difference with us. At Western Bay of Plenty District Council, everything we do is about making the everyday better -- and helping our communities thrive, now and into the future. Western Bay is a District undergoing significant growth and transformation. From planning for future communities to delivering the infrastructure that supports them, we're focused on getting the fundamentals right -- and preparing for what comes next. We're also focused on our people. At Western Bay, we believe in investing in and empowering our teams to grow, lead, and achieve their goals. Because when our people thrive, our communities do too. If you're motivated by making the everyday better, helping people thrive, and leaving things better than you found them -- we'd love to hear from you. If this sounds like you, come and join a supportive team environment with a strong customer focus.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.

For further information please call Amanda-Jane McFadden on 0800 926 732.

Want to know who the Western Bay of Plenty District Council is? It's simple. We're a Council of real people, just like you - and we're here to make a real difference. Whether it's reuniting dog owners with their lost pups, asking communities what they think of policies, responding to community emergencies, or designing playgrounds - we're part of everyday life. In fact we provide nearly 40 services! We work hard every day to make this a great place to live for all. For our whenua. For our communities. For our people.