Librarian - Otago Corrections Facility at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), Otago (Otakou)Support reading, literacy & educational development within the prisonBased onsite at Otago Corrections Facility in Milton'Kotahi ano 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 Hokai Rangi strategy which seeks to build the rangatira of each person through a supportive and humanising approach.
Nga 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 Tane.
Operating a professional Library Service within our correctional facilityWorking to the National Prison Libraries Service Delivery documentProviding library services to all prisonersDevelop, coordinate and maintain library resources, including books, periodicals and learning resourcesPropose and manage an annual budgetProvide library information, reports and advice to the Learning and Interventions Delivery ManagerTrain and monitor prisoner Library assistantsEnsure security is maintained at all timesThis is a Full Time permanent role based at Otago Corrections Facility working Monday to Friday with some flexibility on hours worked.
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 othersAbility to communicate in a style appropriate to the recipient or audienceExperience working with Maori and Pasifika learnersA wide knowledge of books including those that may support varying levels of literacyThe ability to organise effectively, multi-task and meet deadlinesA high level of accuracy and attention to detailResilience in managing multiple stakeholders and the ability to adapt well to changing demandsA 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 systemThe salary range for this role is $68,661 to 72,911 per annum.
Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
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, whanau, 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 whanau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hokai Rangi.
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 whanau.
We welcome applications from disabled and neurodiverse communities, all cultures, faiths, and rainbow communities, as we appreciate the richness of experience that diversity brings to our organisation.
We strive to make our recruitment process fair and inclusive, and we encourage applicants to discuss reasonable accommodation with us if required at ****** . 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.
Applications close on: Monday 3 February 2025 All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency.
Applications received via email will not be considered.
Employer: Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections)
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