Librarian (Casual) Ref: 539

The opportunity | He angitūtanga

Do you enjoy providing customer service and creating a welcoming environment?

Kapiti Coast District Council is looking for an enthusiastic and friendly Librarian to join our pool of Casual Librarians. In this role, you will have the opportunity to assist patrons with their inquiries, support various library programs, and ensure a positive experience for all visitors.

This role will be working across our three Libraries in the district: Otaki, Paraparaumu and Waikanae.

If you like making a difference in our community and are committed to delivering top-notch service, we want to hear from you!

About you | He kōrero mōu

To excel in this role, you will bring strong knowledge of and experience in:

  • Effective interpersonal skills with demonstrated commitment to customer service and willingness to and capability for working with a wide range of people within and outside the organisation.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective professional working relationships with all key stakeholders, including with other council staff members based on a collaborative, collegial and cooperative working style.
  • Effective time management skills and ability to work effectively without supervision and collaboratively as an effective team member.
  • Understanding of Te Ao Maori perspectives and Te Teiriti o Waitangi, and their application and expression within libraries.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • The ability to work flexible hours, occasionally in short notice.
  • Holder of a current and valid NZ Drivers’ licence 

For more information regarding the role, please view the job description.  [PDF 212 KB]

Enquiries about this position should be directed to Mike Matheson, Manager Library Experience on 04 296 4700 or free phone 0800 486 486.

 If you’re excited to work in a community focused, energised and enthusiastic team environment, we’d love to hear from you. 

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono

Applications close Friday, 3 October 2025  so get yours in now!

Click here to complete your online application.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand. Please note preferred candidates are required to undergo pre-employment checks including drug and alcohol screening and Police checks.