Librarian - General Reference

Christchurch City Council; Central City (KY); On-site; USD 61,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking council dedicated to fostering community connections through innovative library services. In this dynamic role, you'll engage with patrons, promote lifelong learning, and help others discover the joy of reading. With a collaborative work culture and access to training opportunities, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a supportive environment. If you're passionate about libraries and eager to bring fresh ideas to the table, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Access to training and development opportunities

Collaborative work culture

Health schemes

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Passion for engaging with the community and promoting library programs.
• Ability to develop and deliver innovative library services.

Responsibilities

• Lead library programs and engage the community effectively.
• Promote library resources and assist customers with digital resources.

Skills

Customer Engagement

Public Speaking

Creative Thinking

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Library Science

Relevant Certifications

Job description

Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi Christchurch City Libraries connects people with ideas, information, stories and creativity. This role is based on the Tūhuratanga / Discovery floor at Tūranga, our award-winning central library. Surrounded by a rich non-fiction collection, you'll help foster learning, curiosity and community connection.

We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated and creative professional to join our team. You will have a passion for engaging with our community and the skills and confidence to develop, promote and deliver innovative library programmes, events and services.

You will be:

• An avid non-fiction reader with a keen interest in topical issues and a passion for helping others discover new ideas and interests
• A people-person who thrives in a customer-facing environment
• A creative thinker with the drive to turn ideas into action
• A confident communicator, comfortable leading groups and speaking in public - or keen to grow in this area
• Flexible, resilient and adaptable in an ever-changing environment

About the role | Ko te mahi nei

In this rewarding role you will move seamlessly from leading a library programme to engage the community, to writing a non-fiction reading guide for the library website; from promoting library resources and services at a public event, to helping customers explore our collections and digital resources on the library floor. It is an active role which will keep you moving.

Apply today if you are keen to:

• Connect people with the world of inspiration held in books and digital resources
• Work alongside people to promote lifelong learning, creativity and the joy of reading
• Embrace digital technologies in a dynamic learning environment

What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?

Working with Christchurch City Council means making a difference in your community while enjoying:

• Access to training and development opportunities
• A collaborative and supportive work culture with opportunities to create connections across the wider organisation
• Benefits - a variety of staff benefits from health schemes to retail discounts
• A chance to contribute to the regeneration of our vibrant central city

Through collaboration, innovation, and a strong commitment to community, the Council provides an environment where your skills and passions can shine. If you're ready to bring fresh energy and ideas to our library, we'd love to hear from you!

At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.

We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us [e-mail]

Hours of work - 37.5 hours per week; Tuesday to Saturday with one regular evening shift per week
Position - Permanent full-time
Location- This position is primarily based atTūranga, Level 3 (and other floors or locations as required)
Salary-The salary band for this position goes from$61,407 to $68,231 per annum based on a37.5 hourweek. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.
Closing Date - 14th May 2025

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.

Reference # 38579

Posted on 23 Apr 2025

Closes on 14 May 2025 23:59

Location(s) Central City

Expertise Libraries

Job level(s) 1 to 3 years, 3 to 5 years, 5 to 7 years, 7 to 10 years, 10 plus years

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