Team Manager Court Libraries

NZ Ministry of Justice; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 111,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in New Zealand is seeking an experienced Team Manager Court Libraries to lead the delivery of high-quality library and information services for the judiciary. This role involves leading a team, managing collections, and contributing to strategy. The position offers flexibility in location and a salary range from $111,766 to $154,680 depending on experience. Join a supportive organization that values diversity.

Benefits

4.4 weeks holiday leave

Flexible work hours

Access to inclusive networks

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams and developing people.
• Strong expertise in library research and information services.
• Proficiency with electronic databases and online legal resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team providing research and reference services.
• Manage and develop library collections.
• Provide training and support on library resources.
• Contribute to leadership, strategy, and programmes.

Skills

Library research

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Customer-focused approach

Education

Post-graduate library qualification

Tools

Electronic databases

Online legal resources

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Team Manager Court Libraries to lead the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective library and information services that meet the complex needs of the judiciary and wider justice sector.

The location for this role is flexible and can be agreed with the successful candidate.

Responsibilities

• lead a team providing research, reference, and legal updates for judges and their staff
• manage and develop library collections to meet judicial needs and support digital resources
• provide training and support to help users get the best from library resources
• improve services through planning, innovation, and continuous improvement
• contribute to Judicial Libraries' leadership, strategy, and programmes, including Mātauranga Māori
• build strong relationships with judges, colleagues, legal publishers, and law libraries

Qualifications

• a post-graduate library or relevant professional qualification (essential).
• experience leading teams and developing people.
• strong expertise in library research and information services, ideally in a legal or service-oriented environment.
• proficiency with electronic databases and online legal resources, including training delivery.
• excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
• A customer-focused, innovative approach with the ability to drive continuous improvement.

About Te Tāhū o te Ture – the Ministry of Justice

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

At the Ministry of Justice, our Judicial Libraries team plays a vital role in supporting the judiciary by delivering expert library and information services and ensuring the timely and accurate publication of decisions. We are committed to continuous improvement, best practice, and innovation to exceed client expectations.

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions.

Benefits

• 4.4 weeks holiday leave
• flexible work hours where possible
• access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

Salary

The appointing salary for this role will be between $111,766 and $154,680 based on skills and experience.

How to apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on Sunday, 12 October; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and may invite successful candidates to interview before the close date.