Community Programs & Outreach Librarian

Hamilton City Council; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Two wellbeing days per year

Free health insurance (Unimed)

Free annual health checks

Additional annual leave

Eye test reimbursement

Discounts with local businesses

Job summary

Hamilton City Libraries in Hamilton, New Zealand, is excited to hire a Whakaahu Service Development Librarian to join our Libraries team. Based at Central Library, Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa, you’ll work across all seven library locations creating programmes, events and community experiences that make our libraries vibrant and welcoming.

You will partner with schools and community groups, support staff to develop ideas and deliver high‑quality experiences for customers.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and delivering programmes, events or services that meet diverse communities' needs.
• Ability to build relationships with schools, community groups and other organisations.
• Understanding Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Tikanga Māori, and committed to inclusive experiences.
• Confident communicator who can facilitate workshops and engage diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver engaging programmes, events and outreach across seven locations.
• Build partnerships with schools, community groups and organisations to expand reach.
• Support library staff to develop ideas and deliver high-quality customer experiences.
• Promote services and ensure programmes are delivered safely and professionally.

Skills

Programme development

Community engagement

Stakeholder collaboration

Public speaking

Job description

Hamilton City Libraries in Hamilton, New Zealand, is excited to hire a Whakaahu Service Development Librarian to join our Libraries team. Based at Central Library, Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa, you’ll work across all seven library locations creating programmes, events and community experiences that make our libraries vibrant and welcoming.

You will partner with schools and community groups, support staff to develop ideas and deliver high‑quality experiences for customers.