District Libraries Manager

Richmond, New Zealand

Reference: 6857579

  • Base salary + benefits package
  • Leadership opportunity
  • Make a significant contribution to Council and the community
  • Richmond, Tasman

Are you an experienced leader committed to delivering accessible, high-quality library services that foster learning, connection and community wellbeing?

Why join us:

At Tasman District Council, our love for our region inspires us as we constantly strive to make it an even better place for our communities. A role at Council isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to make things happen in the district you're dedicated to. Join our team and be inspired by the people you work with and the results and successes we share together.

About the role:

This position provides strategic and operational leadership for Council's library services, focusing on high quality, efficient and community-focused service delivery. As district library manager this role is responsible for managing libraries across the whole district as well as making sure service objectives are achieved within approved budgets. The role applies a community development approach to shaping programmes, services and improvements that strengthen community participation and access. You will also act as a trusted professional advisor, providing expert leadership and guidance to Council on library services and best practice.

What we are looking for:

You will hold a relevant degree in Libraries and Information Studies or a relevant Degree and a recognised postgraduate library qualification with professional registration (or eligibility to gain). You will also have significant senior level experience in both libraries and in a management position.

Being an effective people leader, you will be able to motivate and develop diverse teams and ideally have experience or a working knowledge of local government.

You will also bring strong digital capability skills and confidence using Microsoft Office.

The rewards:

This is a fabulous opportunity to join a performance and values-based organisation that invests in the development of its people. At council we offer:

  • A great team environment
  • Professional development
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Assistance with relocation if outside of the region
  • Attractive benefits package
  • A paid day off on your birthday!

Join us to deliver welcoming, vibrant libraries that everyone can enjoy!

Applications Close: 03 Mar 2026

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What to expect after you apply

Once the vacancy closes you'll be contacted within 7 days as to whether or not your application has been successful.  If you've been shortlisted for an interview, you'll be contacted by one of the People & Wellbeing team to arrange a time to come in and meet with some of the team. 

We typically only do one interview, however depending on the seniority of the role or the role itself, we sometimes require two interviews.  For mid-senior level and team leader/manager roles, you may also be required to undertake psychometric testing.

In your interview, there will be a member of the People & Wellbeing team, the Hiring Manager and either their Manager or one of the senior member's of their team.  Our interview questions are predominantly behavioural and skills-based.

Summer Student Internships

Every year we employ a number of Summer Students across the Council to work for a period of 12-16 weeks over the summer months (mid-November to February). This is a great opportunity to gain work experience in your field of study, advertising begins early July, All applications are to be submitted via our website in July.

We typically have vacancies in Engineering, Environmental Information (Hydrology, Resource Science and Biosecurity), Information Services and Regulatory (Compliance Monitoring).

If you're an Engineering student interested in a Rivers Engineering career/Summer Student position, check out this website for more information - Careers | Resilient River Communities - Careers | Resilient River Communities (resilientrivers.nz).