Team Leader Curatorial Services
Are you passionate and excited about working with documentary heritage; shaping, curating and sharing historical and cultural narratives; caring for taonga and working collaboratively on new ways of curating precious collections?

We invite you to be part of something unique at Auckland Council Libraries, leading a team of curators responsible for our research and heritage collections. These collections are hugely significant in the national documentary landscape of Aotearoa New Zealand and Tāmaki Makaurau in particular. Our special collections date back to the foundational collection donated by Sir George Grey in 1887 - an incredible example of Auckland's rich cultural heritage. These collections have continued to grow as we collect for current and future generations of Aucklanders.

He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Day to day your responsibilities will look like:

• Leading a team of 12 Curators & Librarians, fostering a cohesive & focussed approach
• Strategically driving curatorial activities within the team
• Collaborating with our engagement team, ensuring delivery of engaging & innovative programmes
• Steering operational priorities and implementing collection development strategies.

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He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for an experienced leader who can demonstrate the following:

• Extensive Professional Experience: Significant experience in a research institution such as a research library, archives, museum, or a comparable setting.
• Relevant Tertiary Qualification: A level 7 qualification in Library and Information Science, Archival Management, or a related discipline.
• Leadership Skills: Proven experience in leading and developing teams of professionals and specialists.
• Curatorial Expertise: Experience with curatorial functions in an archival, special collections, research library, or related organization.
• Knowledge of Current Trends and Technologies: Demonstrated understanding and willingness to engage with current developments, trends, and technologies in librarianship, special collections, and archives.

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 heritage preservation and cultural advancement.
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

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Ready to shape the future of research and heritage collections?
Join our journey of curating stories and preserving heritage today!

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.
Tono Mai: Apply Now!
Applications close: Monday 21st October 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.

Ready to shape the future of research and heritage collections?
Join our journey of curating stories and preserving heritage today!


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.