Publications Librarian Assistant — Curate & Research

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off

Five weeks annual leave

KiwiSaver contributions

MOTAT Mates pass for you and your whān

Job summary

Walsh Memorial Library at MOTAT in Auckland is seeking an Assistant Librarian – Publications. You will sort and record the published titles collection, and contribute recommendations for acquisitions and deaccessioning while assisting with research inquiries from staff and visitors.

The role is permanent full-time, Monday to Friday, with occasional Live Day Sunday and an alternative day off in that week. A Librarian degree and two years’ experience are required.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience in a library.
• Bachelor's degree in Library & Information Studies, Museum Studies, or Heritage related qualification.
• Strong handling and care of Publications; high computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Sort and record library holdings in the published titles collections.
• Make recommendations for acquisition and deaccession of publications.
• Assist with research enquires from MOTAT staff and visitors.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Research assistance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Library & Information Studies or Heritage related qualification

Tools

Vernon CMS

Job description

Walsh Memorial Library at MOTAT in Auckland is seeking an Assistant Librarian – Publications. You will sort and record the published titles collection, and contribute recommendations for acquisitions and deaccessioning while assisting with research inquiries from staff and visitors.

The role is permanent full-time, Monday to Friday, with occasional Live Day Sunday and an alternative day off in that week. A Librarian degree and two years’ experience are required.