Library Assistant | Kaiāwhina Pukapuka

Overview

Be among the first 25 applicants. This range is provided by Nelson City Council. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

NZ$56,000.00 / yr - NZ$59,000.00 / yr

• $56k - $59k p.a, permanent, full time position
• Health Insurance

Our vision for Whakatū Nelson is a creative, prosperous and innovative city. Our community is inclusive, resilient, and connected - we care for each other and our environment.

Nelson Public Libraries are busy, dynamic environments, at the hub of our community. We are seeking an enthusiastic, friendly customer focused team member to join our team in a permanent, full time role. This role works an average of 40 hours per week, over a 4 week roster. The roster will include weekend work, one weekend of every four.

In this role, you\'ll be at the heart of delivering outstanding customer service across Nelson Public Libraries\' branches. You\'ll assist a diverse range of customers with their library needs, helping to create a friendly, inclusive, and well-organised environment. Alongside front-line service, you\'ll support key administrative tasks, process and maintain library collections, and contribute to the smooth running of our spaces and services.

The ideal candidate will have :

By joining Te Kaunihera o Whakatū | Nelson City Council, you are stepping into a collaborative team focused on creating a positive influence in our community and environment. You will have the opportunity to support lifelong learning, foster community connections, and help create a welcoming space for everyone.

We offer :

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Midnight Sunday 5 October 2025. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found. We encourage you to apply without delay.

Please reach out to Rosamund Feeney, Team Leader Collections and Support Services or

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