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Library Officer
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Buller District Council
Job Description
Library Officer
Buller District Council |Westport, New Zealand
Permanent | Part-time | 20 Hours per week
Join the Buller District Council Team! | Hono atu ki te roopu Kaunihera a rohe o Buller!
Are you passionate about helping people, promoting lifelong learning, and creating welcoming community spaces? Buller District Libraries is seeking a friendly, organised, and community-focused Library Officer to join our team.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering modern library services that connect people with information, technology, learning opportunities, and recreational reading.
Who are we? | Ko wai tatou?
At Buller District Council, we are a dedicated, customer-focused team committed to maintaining the beauty of our region – from Karamea to Punakaiki and inland to the environs of Reefton. This is your unique opportunity to step into the wilderness and make a tangible difference in the Buller District. If you possess the expertise and a proactive attitude to deliver exceptional service to our community, we’d love to hear from you!
Why Join Us? | He aha te hono mai ki a mātau?
Thrive in a values-driven workplace that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and professional development through various learning opportunities, benefits, and recognition.
Work in a scenic district with a great lifestyle balance.
Be part of a collaborative and supportive team with a high focus on wellbeing
Southern Cross Health Insurance
What Will You Do? | Ka aha koe?
Key responsibilities will include:
Deliver exceptional customer service and assist library users with a wide range of enquiries.
Support customers to access library collections, digital resources, technology, and online services.
Carry out circulation activities including issuing, returning, shelving, and maintaining library materials.
Assist with collection management, resource processing, and maintaining accurate library records.
Help plan, promote, and deliver library programmes, events, workshops, and community engagement activities.
Provide assistance with computers, devices, printing, scanning, Wi-Fi, and other digital technologies.
Maintain a welcoming, safe, organised, and attractive library environment.
Process customer transactions, memberships, and administrative tasks accurately.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across library services and the wider Council.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and uphold Council values, policies, and professional standards.
Who Are You? | Ko wai koe?
We are looking for someone with:
Essential:
A passion for delivering exceptional customer service and creating positive experiences for library visitors.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with people of all ages and backgrounds.
Good computer and digital literacy, with confidence using a range of technology and online systems.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.
High attention to detail and accuracy in completing tasks and maintaining records.
A positive, adaptable, and professional approach to work.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, privacy, and professional standards.
Reliability, flexibility, and a strong work ethic.
Desirable:
Previous experience in a library, customer service, retail, hospitality, education, or other public-facing environment.
Experience supporting customers with technology, digital devices, or online services.
Knowledge of public library services, collections, programmes, and resources.
Experience using a Library Management System or similar database-driven software.
Experience assisting with community programmes, events, workshops, or outreach activities.
Understanding of the role libraries play in supporting literacy, learning, community connection, and wellbeing.
A relevant qualification or study in library and information services, customer service, education, or a related field.
If you're ready to make a significant impact and work in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Please find the position description here: https://tinyurl.com/28sh8esz
All applications are required to be accompanied by a cover letter and a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae.
Any enquiries about this role please email: bdc.hr@bdc.govt.nz
Applications close: 3PM, 07 August 2026
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Buller District Council |Westport, New Zealand
Permanent | Part-time | 20 Hours per week
Join the Buller District Council Team! | Hono atu ki te roopu Kaunihera a rohe o Buller!
Are you passionate about helping people, promoting lifelong learning, and creating welcoming community spaces? Buller District Libraries is seeking a friendly, organised, and community-focused Library Officer to join our team.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering modern library services that connect people with information, technology, learning opportunities, and recreational reading.
Who are we? | Ko wai tatou?
At Buller District Council, we are a dedicated, customer-focused team committed to maintaining the beauty of our region – from Karamea to Punakaiki and inland to the environs of Reefton. This is your unique opportunity to step into the wilderness and make a tangible difference in the Buller District. If you possess the expertise and a proactive attitude to deliver exceptional service to our community, we’d love to hear from you!
Why Join Us? | He aha te hono mai ki a mātau?
Thrive in a values-driven workplace that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and professional development through various learning opportunities, benefits, and recognition.
Work in a scenic district with a great lifestyle balance.
Be part of a collaborative and supportive team with a high focus on wellbeing
Southern Cross Health Insurance
What Will You Do? | Ka aha koe?
Key responsibilities will include:
Deliver exceptional customer service and assist library users with a wide range of enquiries.
Support customers to access library collections, digital resources, technology, and online services.
Carry out circulation activities including issuing, returning, shelving, and maintaining library materials.
Assist with collection management, resource processing, and maintaining accurate library records.
Help plan, promote, and deliver library programmes, events, workshops, and community engagement activities.
Provide assistance with computers, devices, printing, scanning, Wi-Fi, and other digital technologies.
Maintain a welcoming, safe, organised, and attractive library environment.
Process customer transactions, memberships, and administrative tasks accurately.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across library services and the wider Council.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and uphold Council values, policies, and professional standards.
Who Are You? | Ko wai koe?
We are looking for someone with:
Essential:
A passion for delivering exceptional customer service and creating positive experiences for library visitors.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with people of all ages and backgrounds.
Good computer and digital literacy, with confidence using a range of technology and online systems.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.
High attention to detail and accuracy in completing tasks and maintaining records.
A positive, adaptable, and professional approach to work.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, privacy, and professional standards.
Reliability, flexibility, and a strong work ethic.
Desirable:
Previous experience in a library, customer service, retail, hospitality, education, or other public-facing environment.
Experience supporting customers with technology, digital devices, or online services.
Knowledge of public library services, collections, programmes, and resources.
Experience using a Library Management System or similar database-driven software.
Experience assisting with community programmes, events, workshops, or outreach activities.
Understanding of the role libraries play in supporting literacy, learning, community connection, and wellbeing.
A relevant qualification or study in library and information services, customer service, education, or a related field.
If you're ready to make a significant impact and work in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Please find the position description here: https://tinyurl.com/28sh8esz
All applications are required to be accompanied by a cover letter and a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae.
Any enquiries about this role please email: bdc.hr@bdc.govt.nz
Applications close: 3PM, 07 August 2026
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