Mō te tūranga | About the position  

As the Principal Research Services Librarian, you will join the HB Williams Memorial Library leadership group and provide operational support to your team and ensure access to content of local and other taonga. Your expertise will drive public programmes, projects, and innovative methods that enhance customer experiences.

You will recognise the importance of the role as a Treaty partner and understand how that underpins Gisborne District Council’s work.  

Ngā Mahi ngā Takohanga Matua rānei | Duties include:

• Lead, curate and create relevant exhibitions utilising library and other materials related to library and local histories, people or other subjects of interest to community.
• Ensure technical support, statistical analytics,  and promote in-house local history databases. You will ensure archival maintenance, preservation and security of Research Services collections, including special collections is upheld to a high standard.
  
•  Manage the development of staff and team performance, carrying out performance reviews, encouraging employee development and actioning performance issues.
  
• To ensure a culture of excellent internal and external customer service and customer satisfaction.
  

Ngā Pūkenga me Ngā Wheako e Hiahia ana | Skills and experience required:

•  NZ Diploma in Library and Information Studies (L6) or equivalent.
•  Well-developed interpersonal and people management skills relatable to individuals, special interest groups and iwi.
  
• Excellent problem solving, communication, and time management skills.
  
• Experience of operation of research, libraries, and/or heritage document management is preferred.
  

Ngā Huanga | Benefits

• Relocation assistance
• Allocated training budget for career development and to support professional affiliation membership (where relevant to the role)
• Work with a great team and enjoy regular, lively social events!
•  Access to reduced health insurance premiums for you and your family through Southern Cross
• Free eye exams
•  Access to free independent counselling and support services for you and your family
•  Annual flu vaccinations and health checks
• 1 of 6 Unitary Authorities in NZ 

He aha ngā painga o te kaunihera | Why work for Gisborne District Council

Here at Gisborne District Council, we pull our values from the community we serve. It makes sense then that we are enthusiastic about culture in our workplace. Family and inclusivity are deep seated in our ethos. With Treaty partnership front of mind, we’re serious about building a workforce that enhances our commitment to deliver.

We work hard together to make our people proud, and our whanau are why we are so passionate about what we do for the community.

Me pēhea te tono mai | How to Apply

We will start the process when suitable candidates apply, please submit a resume and cover letter.

Check out the Gisborne District council careers page to apply  https://www.gdc.govt.nz/council/careers or contact lois.haddon@gdc.govt.nzfor additional information.   

Applications close Monday 4 November 2024 at 5.00pm