Collections Specialist

Collections Specialist

Library Services & Information Management (Education & Training)
Full time
Total Annual Rem (32hrs) $64,600 - $71,700
Te Turanga | About the role
As a Collections Specialist you will be responsible for selecting print, digital and non-book resources for Te Ao Marama - Tauranga City Libraries. The role will use an evidence-based approach to ensure that the collection is well used and meets the changing needs of the community. The role is 32 hours per week and is based at the central Tauranga Library with regular visits to Papamoa, Greerton and Mount Maunganui libraries to manage collections.
Key duties of the role will include:
Actively selecting resources and managing assigned collections.






Managing the selection and purchase of serials with the vendor.
Collaborating with colleagues to deliver promotion of the collection, this may include staff training, public events and other initiatives.
Nga Pukenga | What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you'll bring:
Recognised library qualification
Proven experience in evidence-based library collection management
Effective organisation skills with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to effectively manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, engaging with public on occasion.
Benefits
Tauranga City Council is one of Tauranga's largest employers, and we are always looking to attract great talent to join our driven, passionate, and community-focused team. We offer a wide range of benefits that include 5 weeks annual leave, flexible hours and work from home options, as well as career development opportunities.
If you want to be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team,





then we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Sarah Huizer at ******
Please note we will not be accepting applications via email. If you wish to apply, please click 'Apply' at the bottom of this page and follow the link.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and applications will close upon the appointment of a successful candidate.
Selection Process:
Our selection process may include behavioural interview(s), psychometric and ability assessments, reference checks, and pre-employment screening.
Tauranga City Council will not accept applications or contact from any placement service,





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