Upper Hutt City Council Looking for Librarian at Upper Hutt, Wellington Full Time

PERMANENT | FULL TIME (40 hours per week – Tuesday to Saturday)

Are you an innovative librarian with a can-do attitude and a passion for digital opportunities in libraries? Do you have an outstanding customer service ethos, the ability to work with people of all ages?

Working within the Customer Experience – Central Services Team, this role is 40 hours a week, worked Tuesday to Saturday. The Librarian – Digital Services will support the promotion and proactive delivery, of innovative digital library programmes, services, and advice for all Library customers. This role also provides training for all Library staff delivering frontline services in Upper Hutt City Libraries. It will require confidence in public speaking for the presentation and promotion of the Library’s digital services and resources to outside groups and at in-house events.

We are seeking someone with a positive proactive approach who has excellent communication skills, strong digital skills, including the use of social media, and a proven ability to deliver excellent customer services across a seven-day operation to enhance the delivery of Best Customer Experience at Upper Hutt City Libraries.

To be successful in this role you will have:
A well-developed understanding of library technology and future trends in libraries

Outstanding relationship skills and a passion for providing quality customer services

A demonstrated ability to use initiative and take responsibility for a task from beginning to end

Proven teamwork skills and the ability to work positively with colleagues

Be capable of dealing with the public in a confident, calm and friendly manner that will bring credit to themselves and the Council.

A library or equivalent tertiary qualification

A current Driver’s Licence

If you would like to be considered for this role then please apply online using the above link.

All applications must include a cover letter, CV and a completed online Upper Hutt City Council application form.

Applications close Thursday 28 April 2022 at 4pm.

It is important for applicants to know that Upper Hutt City Council currently has a Staff Vaccination Policy in place. This policy is suspended with effect Tuesday 5 April while we carry out a further risk assessment for all staff roles in light of the changing government advice and Covid risks. Depending on the outcome, this role may need to be completed by a fully vaccinated individual. We will update all shortlisted candidates as soon as this information is available.

PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST HAVE THE LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE .