Company Description

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. 

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are searching for a Digital Library Specialist to join the Content Discovery and Innovation (CDI) team within Library Services at Te Kahu Tauira | Student and Scholarly Services (SaSS). In this role, you will provide specialist skills to ensure that the library collections application software delivers a customer-focused experience. As part of the CDI team, you will be responsible for the administrative configuration and Tier 2/3 customer support of Library collections application software, assisting in the evaluation, testing and communication of new product features and improvements. You will participate in projects to review and redesign business processes related to the use of the library collections application software. 

Library collection application software include: Integrated library management system (Alma), Discovery layer (Primo), Reading list (Talis), Institutional repository (DSpace), Subject guides (LibGuides), Archives management systems (ArchiveSpace & Vernon), Interlibrary loan and Acquisition platforms, Access and authentication (OpenAthens).

Salary Range: $87,000-$107,500 NZD per annum depending on experience and qualifications. 

This is a full-time, 37.5 hours per week role on a permanent contract. 

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

 

He kōrero mōu | About you

Degree and/or postgraduate qualification in information management, information science or equivalent, or the equivalent knowledge, skills and understanding gained through extensive work-related experience.

You will operate with energy and passion, demonstrate a collaborative approach to work well with others, and model best practice principles and behaviours.

 

Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills 

• 3 to 5 years' experience, preferably 2 to 3 years working with collection applications software.
• Experience in supporting and developing library application software. 
• Experience in developing and implementing processes, systems and services. 
• Experience creating, documenting, and implementing best practices and workflows. 

 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

 

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 3/11/26 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the abovementioned skills and experiences.

Please note that we may close the advert earlier if we find a suitable candidate.

Please reach out to Jo Simons - j.simons@auckland.ac.nz for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

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Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz