New Zealand Government Hiring for Librarian Job at Canterbury Full Time

• Professional Library Service – budget management included
• Support reading, literacy & educational development within the prison
• Based onsite at Rolleston Prison

‘Kotahi anō te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi’ – ‘There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people.

The Department of Corrections supports men living in our care as they progress on their journey towards re-entering the community. Our responsibility is guided by our Hōkai Rangi strategy which seeks to build the rangatira of each person through a supportive and humanising approach.

Ngā kawenga | About the role

In the role of librarian, you will use a strengths-based approach that embraces manaakitanga and whanaungatanga as you support the reading, literacy and educational development of each Tāne.

• Operating a professional Library Service within our correctional facility
• Working to the National Prison Libraries Service Delivery document
• Providing library services to all prisoners including those in special focus and remand units
• Develop, coordinate and maintain library resources, including books, periodicals and learning resources
• Propose and manage an annual budget
• Provide library information, reports and advice to the Learning and Interventions Delivery Manager
• Train and monitor prisoner Library assistants
• Ensure security is maintained at all times

He kōrero mōu | About you

You will be required to work effectively in a custodial environment – leading by example and maintaining professional boundaries. By interacting closely with the men in our care along with internal and external stakeholders, you will collaboratively share information and ensure beneficial outcomes are achieved. Key competencies you will demonstrate are:

• A service focus – a helpful and courteous approach when dealing with others
• Ability to communicate in a style appropriate to the recipient or audience
• Experience working with Māori and Pasifika learners
• A wide knowledge of books including those that may support varying levels of literacy
• The ability to organise effectively, multi-task and meet deadlines
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Resilience in managing multiple stakeholders and the ability to adapt well to changing demands
• A high level of proficiency in computer software and database systems including the Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Preferably you will have experience using AccessIt library management system

Applications close Sunday 16 October

Utu ā-tau | Salary

The salary range for this role is $60,811 – $65,601 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy – Hōkai Rangi (https://careers.corrections.govt.nz/strategy).

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success – we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values.

It is an exciting time to join us and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whānau. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered.

If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email our team at [email protected].