Team Leader

Team Leader - Collection Development

Are you passionate and excited about developing collections that inspire and engage our diverse customers? Join Auckland Council Libraries in a key leadership role, as Team Leader for our Collection Development team. The Collection Development team is responsible for developing the current use collections of Auckland Council Libraries in all formats, to align with the principles in our Collection Development Policy.

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Day to day your responsibilities will look like:

• Leading the Collection Development team to align with the principles in our Collection Development Policy.
• Keeping a close eye on content and publishing developments and customer behavior.
• Supporting the team to develop new and innovative collections in response to changing expectations.
• Coordinating the annual planning process for collections budgets.
• Directing the team in the day-to-day management and monitoring of expenditure.
• Providing effective contract and supplier relationship management.
• Working on collection procurements to achieve optimum terms with suppliers.

This is a permanent, full-time position working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexible working arrangements available. The role is based at Auckland Central Library.

To see the full position description please click here.

He kōrero mōu: About you

We are looking for a collaborative leader who can demonstrate the following:

• Tertiary degree in library and information studies.
• 7+ years’ experience in collections work in a large library or equivalent environment.
• Proven experience in team leadership and staff development.
• Significant experience in managing budgets.
• In-depth knowledge of collection development best practices and related work processes.
• Expertise in financial and budget management.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort working under pressure and meeting deadlines in a complex political and financial environment.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

An inspiring work environment where your ideas can flourish and a platform to showcase your expertise in collection development. On top of this, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you will gain access to many benefits and discounts including:

• Option to buy an additional week’s annual leave.
• Four weeks annual leave, plus an additional week after five years.
• Additional day of leave for community activities.
• Discounts on attractions such as the Maritime Museum, Auckland Zoo & Auckland Art Gallery.
• Discounted Health & Life Insurance Policies.
• Flexible and supportive work environment.

Click this link to find out more about our employee benefits package.

Ready to shape the future of our collections? Join our journey of developing inspiring and engaging collections today!

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Applications close: 3rd November 2024 at 11.59pm

Salary Band H, we would be looking to appoint the successful applicant at a salary of between $100- $120k, depending upon experience.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.