Part-Time Library & Community Services Assistant

Auckland Council; Waiheke; On-site; NZD 67,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

Auckland Council is seeking a Libraries & Council Services Assistant to support daily library operations, develop and deliver community-driven programmes, and provide an excellent patron experience at New Lynn Library. The role requires flexibility to work across Whau Local Board libraries and includes a weekend day.

The fixed-term, 22-hour-per-week position offers a collaborative team environment, opportunities to engage with diverse communities, and a salary aligned with experience ($67,414 -

Qualifications

• Puts people first – friendly, empathetic, engaging, and a great collaborator.
• Embraces Te Tiriti o Waitangi – connects with our diverse community and celebrates te reo Māori.
• Is digitally confident – skilled in social media and using technology in creative ways.
• Eager to co-create and support inspiring literacy programmes that educate, engage, and entertain.
• Thrives in a dynamic environment – adaptable, proactive, and able to juggle multiple priorities.
• Brings a can-do attitude – reliable, full of ideas, and ready to make things happen.
• Champions sustainability – passionate about green literacy and climate action.

Responsibilities

• Active role in daily operations and development and delivery of programmes driven by community needs.
• Support day-to-day library operations and customer service to ensure a high-quality patron experience.
• Muck-in and assist with tasks across the Whau Local Board libraries as needed.

Skills

People-first approach

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Digital confidence

Co-create literacy programmes

Adaptability

Can-do attitude

Sustainability focus

Job description

Auckland Council is seeking a Libraries & Council Services Assistant to support daily library operations, develop and deliver community-driven programmes, and provide an excellent patron experience at New Lynn Library. The role requires flexibility to work across Whau Local Board libraries and includes a weekend day.

The fixed-term, 22-hour-per-week position offers a collaborative team environment, opportunities to engage with diverse communities, and a salary aligned with experience ($67,414 -