Inglewood Librarian

Inglewood LibrarianKo wai matou Who are weTe Kaunihera-a-rohe o Ngamotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth.Our vision is to be the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana.In 1, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between ,-,) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities.We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.Te aheinga The opportunityPuke Ariki has a national reputation for their joint library, museum and research centre situated in New Plymouth. Presently we have an exciting opportunity for a Librarian at our Community Library in Inglewood.Our community is at the heart of our library and we are looking for people who understand how the changes in society, technology, and education impact the work that libraries and community spaces undertake.This position offers a hands-on librarian role within a team of library professionals. As one of the team you will be dynamic in your customer service style and enthusiastic about contributing to the big picture of the library team and service.You will be fluent in technology and have a flexible approach to taking on a variety of operational tasks as required and a can-do attitude.Inglewood Library is open 5 ½ days a weekserving a diverse range of customers and the roster includes some weekend work.The position is for hours per week and includes the provision of library services including readers' advisory, programming for all ages and collection management;and Council services including rates payments and property enquiries.Tino takohanga Key responsibilitiesUndertake rostered shifts to deliver efficient and effective service of Library and Council Services including public computer and printing services, RFID circulation, Readers Advisory, reference and directional assistance, Council service enquiries and transactions.Proactively assess and prioritise customer needs, responding to their requirements through the provision of professional services at all times.Provide circulation support functions and ensure the library and its collections are presented in an attractive and tidy manner.Provide efficient and effective services and public programmes for all ages.Nga tino pukenga me nga wheako Essential skills and experienceYou will have excellent customer service experience and be fluent in the use of technology and digital literacy.A library qualification and public library experience is desirable.A driver's license and access to a car is required.Ou matou rourou What we offerAt the New Plymouth District Council we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development.You can expect to start in this permanent part time role with us on an hourly rate between We have also put together an Our Peoples Package that spans Wellbeing, Development, Benefits, Culture and Recognition.If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!Applications close May 4#J-18808-Ljbffr