Te 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 2021, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between 75,000-150,000) 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 opportunity Are you passionate about libraries and dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service? We are seeking a proactive and organised individual to join our team as the Community Library Supervisor at Inglewood Library. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the day-to-day operations of the library and the Council Service Centre, ensuring high-quality services for our community.
ResponsibilitiesProviding information and reference services for staff and customers.Maintaining and managing physical collections.Connecting with the wider library and Cultural Experiences Team.Participating and supporting the team in the development and delivery of public library programming for all ages.Developing and sharing knowledge in areas including technology and digital.Handling Council based transactions such as rates, parking, licence and debtor payments, dog registrations, building and LIM applications and property enquiries.Responsible for staff administration activities.Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation.Minimum RequirementsLibrary qualifications preferred.Customer service experience and enthusiasm for working with a diverse range of customers.5+ years' experience working in libraries.Full Drivers Licence.Systems and database experience.Ability to enhance and promote the library and its services to the community.Ability to develop and maintain knowledge of digital resources.Ability to engage with current and future library trends.Ability to run public programme sessions including pre-school storytimes through to digital programming.Ability to handle council service centre responsibilities.He aha ai a Taranaki? Why Taranaki? With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki, it's easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our region's dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live!
Ou matou rourou What we offer At 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 37 hour per week role with us between $75,675 – $81,560 pro rata.
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!
This role is considered a children's worker role and will be subject to safety checking as part of the Children's Act 2014.
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