"General Assistant - Hocken Library-2400934"

UNIVERSITY LIBRARY

HOCKEN COLLECTIONS | UARE TAOKA IS ENTERING 

Who we are

The Hocken is one of the foremost research libraries in New Zealand celebrating the histories, cultures and natural environments of Aotearoa New Zealand and the Pacific.

Our collections - archives, publications, music and AV, ephemera, maps, photographs and art - contain both historical and contemporary material. Staff at the Hocken cater to the research needs of academics and students from the University of Otago, as well as researchers from other New Zealand and international universities and institutions, and independent professional and amateur researchers, all of whom value the diverse nature and depth of our collections.

Global interest in our collections is ever increasing, and in response, we are working to ensure greater access, and the delivery of broad client-focussed services. 

The role/Te mahi

We have an exciting entry-level opportunity suitable for someone who shares our passion for supporting research focused on Aotearoa New Zealand and the Pacific.

General Assistants at the Hocken are critical to the provision of a responsive, friendly and professional service to users of the Collections, and will undertake a variety of tasks such as:

•  Welcoming visitors to the Hocken and directing their queries to appropriate staff.

•  Monitoring gallery visitors and the secure use of Hocken materials in reading rooms.

•  Retrieving and re-shelving materials and assisting in the housing of new acquisitions.

•  Supporting copying and scanning services

•  Assisting with collection management including sorting material, data entry and basic preventive conservation processes.

Skills and Experience

Key skills required to succeed in this role include:

•  Familiarity with New Zealand and Pacific history and culture.

•  Competent in the use of computers, including familiarity with databases and Microsoft Office.

•  An approachable, flexible and adaptable attitude.

•  A strong customer service ethic, teamed with excellent communication and presentation skills.

•  The ability to work well as part of a diverse team, and also undertake quality work without direct supervision.

•  An ability to work with accuracy at all times.

Further details/Pūroko

This is a full-time, permanent position (37.5 hours per week), located in Dunedin. Work will be on a roster spanning Tuesday - Saturday each week. 

If you are someone who shares our passion for New Zealand’s documentary and artistic heritage, we would warmly welcome your interest.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.

The appointments range for this role is $53,227 to $55,408. Top of Range $58,318. 

For confidential enquiries please contact Judith Holloway, Manager Access and Operations, via the email address below.

Application/Tono

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter), please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2400934 will close on Sunday, 16 June 2024. 

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, the University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.

Additional Information

Contact: Judith Holloway 

Position details: Job Description

Further Information: Department Website

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Location: About Dunedin

Primary Location NZL-SI-Dunedin

Employment Status Permanent 

Salary Level and Range Level 2 (Range of Appointments $53,227 to $55,408, Top of Range $58,318)

Organisation Squatting Library

Job Function Library and Information Services