Job Description

Community-centric careers await you in Rotorua!

Are you ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to making a positive impact in our community? At Te Kaunihera o ngā Roto o Rotorua | Rotorua Lakes Council, we're more than just an organisation; we're a force for good. With over 400 staff, our council is at the forefront of culture, people, and connections. From lakeside relaxation to world-class mountain biking trails, geothermal wonders, and vibrant night markets, Rotorua has it all. Embrace our commitment to biculturalism as we work hand in hand with Te Arawa, our local iwi. If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling journey, apply now and be part of a truly extraordinary team.

Nei ngā ringa e toro atu nei ki a koe! Haeremai! Our arms are extended to you in welcome!

We are in search of a friendly, physically fit, high performing and enthusiastic service superstar to join our industrious library team. You will exhibit the values of manaakitanga and whanaungatanga and have a strong desire to improve community wellbeing particularly for those in our community who are socially isolated and undeserved. You will be passionate about enabling reading and providing access to information through print and online e-collections.

Duties include assisting with public enquiries and issuing, return and shelving books and working collaboratively with team members to deliver wider library services, programmes and events including Library to You outreach book delivery and digital literacy skills. You will require a full driver's licence, computer and cash handling skills, be able to cope with regular lifting and standing for lengthy periods. You need to be able to stay calm under pressure and have the ability and skills to resolve difficult and sometimes stressful situations. Attention to detail and accuracy are essential. Applicants must be prepared to undergo specialised training to enable confidence in handling the variety of enquiries encountered when assisting our diverse customer needs.

If you have a sense of humour, good common sense, a passion for people and can connect and communicate clearly with people of all ages and abilities then you might just be the person we are looking for.

This is a part-time position, and the hours of work are 23 per week that includes working a Saturday.

Think you are up for the challenge? Apply now!

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Te Kaunihera o nga Roto o Rotorua (Rotorua Lakes Council) is committed to working in partnership with Te Arawa, our local iwi. We aspire to being a bicultural organisation and we value staff who speak te reo Maori, have an appreciation of Maori values, and a working knowledge of tikanga Maori.

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