Lead Librarian - Community Hub & Programs

Talent Propeller Limited; Mangawhai; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff healthcare

Volunteer day off

Wellbeing initiatives

5 weeks annual leave after 5 years

Job summary

Kaipara District Council is seeking a Lead Librarian to oversee the Mangawhai Library's day-to-day operations, lead a small team, and support programmes and events. This full-time role focuses on delivering welcoming, informative experiences and coordinating staff, volunteers, and services to enhance our community hub.

You will collaborate with the Team Manager Libraries and contribute to collection maintenance and community engagement, balancing leadership with practical hands-on library work.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or coordinating a team in a library, customer service or community-focused environment.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• Confidence using technology and helping others use digital tools and systems.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach and willingness to get involved wherever needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of Mangawhai Library.
• Support and coordinate a team of Library Assistants, casual staff and volunteers.
• Deliver excellent customer service and help customers access resources and technology.
• Support planning and delivery of programmes, events, activities and displays; promote library services.
• Monitor library systems, reports and processes.
• Contribute to projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support collection maintenance and stock management.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Digital tools

Education

Library qualification (advantage)

Tools

Library systems

Job description

Kaipara District Council is seeking a Lead Librarian to oversee the Mangawhai Library's day-to-day operations, lead a small team, and support programmes and events. This full-time role focuses on delivering welcoming, informative experiences and coordinating staff, volunteers, and services to enhance our community hub.

You will collaborate with the Team Manager Libraries and contribute to collection maintenance and community engagement, balancing leadership with practical hands-on library work.