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Libraries & Council Services Assistant
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Auckland Central

Type

part-time

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He angitūtanga: The opportunity


The opportunity has arisen to work as a Libraries & Council Services Assistant in the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board area at Panmure Library. This will require you to be flexible as you may need to work from other sites within the local board area.


 
Panmure Library is a busy community library serving a diverse and vibrant community. Our library whānau is focused on caring for each other, our community, and our environment. We are looking for a flexible all-rounder to join and contribute as part of a high-achieving, cohesive, and dynamic team. You will be supporting the team and contributing to the day-to-day running of the library. As this is a customer service role, you will be helping customers from all walks of life.


 
Many of our libraries are open 7 days a week so flexibility around working days, including weekends and late nights, is required. We are looking to fill 2 permanent part-time positions:
•    18 hrs 
•    17 hrs

 

You can view a copy of the position description here

 

He kōrero mōu: About you


You will have strong people skills, are flexible and adaptable to a library environment. You have a passion for customer service with a positive attitude towards serving people of all ages and backgrounds. You are eager to learn new skills and thrive in a busy work environment.


 
We are looking for someone who:
•    Is collaborative, creative and enthusiastic in planning, promoting and delivering events and programmes for all ages and diversity.
•    Brings a can-do attitude – reliable, full of ideas, and ready to make things happen.
•    Is digitally confident and skilled in social media. Understands and uses technology creatively and with confidence, able to support customers to successfully use information resources and devices.
•    Has a strong people focused, and empathy driven work ethic. Along with a positive attitude, pride in their work and in the ability to influence others positively.
•    Is reliable, adaptable and fosters great relationships with the team and our community.
•    Can demonstrate experience working with a diverse range of people.
•    Demonstrates excellent written and communication skills with a strong people focus.
•    Demonstrates an understanding of Te Ao Māori values and principles.
•    Has a clean driver’s licence

 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

 

Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau a world-class city.
 


We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible. 
View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits HERE.

 

Help us make a difference to Tāmaki Makaurau. 


Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

 

If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us when submitting your application so we can assist you.


Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered


Applications close Tuesday 27th Jan 2026

 

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
 
 
 Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children.  This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment.  This position is also deemed a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug testing. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.  

Other facts

Tech stack
Customer Service,People Skills,Flexibility,Adaptability,Event Planning,Digital Confidence,Social Media Skills,Communication Skills,Empathy,Team Collaboration,Creativity,Reliability,Diversity Awareness,Te Ao Māori Understanding,Technology Support

About Auckland Council

Auckland Council serves over 1.5 million Aucklanders providing services, policies and decision-making.

We’re here to serve Auckland and build a more prosperous region, one that gives a voice to our citizens, and makes it a great place to live, visit and invest.

Our talented people support Auckland’s elected representatives by providing specialist advice, implementing decisions and delivering services like rubbish and recycling, resource and building consents, bylaws, events and parks.

Our vision is to create a world-class city where talent wants to live. If you are interested in working for Auckland, visit our career website (careers.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz) or check our 'Jobs' and 'Life' tabs.

Auckland Transport, Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, Watercare are independent council-controlled organisations that look after specific council assets or activities on our behalf.

Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
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Industry: Government Administration
Founding Year: 2010

What you'll do

  • The Libraries & Council Services Assistant will support the team and contribute to the day-to-day running of the library. This includes helping customers from diverse backgrounds and promoting library events and programs.

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