"Library Assistant"

Job Description:

• Do you have an interest in a career in libraries?
• Are you looking for a permanent, full-time position?
• Can you work effectively in a team environment with a diverse range of stakeholders?

About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting for a permanent, full-time Library Assistant to join the Collection Access team.

Key responsibilities:

• Delivering material to clients via the Library’s resource delivery services.
• Undertaking a range of operational activities which support the access and discoverability of the Library’s physical collections.

About you

You will be someone with an interest in a career in libraries and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service. A motivated, customer-focused individual with excellent self-management skills. You will thrive in this role with excellent communication and people skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise effectively. This role is busy, challenging, and extremely rewarding. A highly organised self-starter and natural relationship builder, who relishes working autonomously as well as contributing positively to a high performing team. You remain calm under pressure and can work with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Key requirements:

• Demonstrated experience providing high quality customer service.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively within a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• The ability to respond to a diverse range of client needs.
• Demonstrated experience of being well organised and accurate with daily tasks.
• The ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, such as the lifting and movement of books and other material around the Library.

Role Description - Click here to see further information, including salary.

Close date for vacancy: 24 August 2025.

Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Daille White (daille.white@vuw.ac.nz).

How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter.