Senior Reference Librarian

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Salary midpoint of $79,653, actual salary will be based on skills and experience
• Full-time | Permanent | Wellington based
• Use your reference skills and experience to support the health system

About the role  

Are you passionate about providing high-quality information and reference services Do you enjoy supporting evidence-based decision-making in a fast paced, impactful environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Senior Librarian to join our team at the Ministry of Heath. In this role, you'll lead the planning and implementation of reference services, ensuring our staff have access to the information and resources they need to drive meaningful change in the health system. 

• Analyse users' requests and design effective search strategies to fulfil specific information needs.
• Collaborate with systematic review teams to deliver comprehensive search results.
• Support the Ministry's horizon scanning function to keep staff informed of emerging trends and innovations.
• Design and deliver engaging library instruction sessions to Ministry staff.
• Evaluate, promote, and implement innovative electronic reference services.  
• Develop and maintain subject specific web pages on the Ministry's intranet.

Ko pūkenga - What you'll bring  

• Qualification in librarianship or equivalent library experience
• Experience using online and print library research tools
• Skilled in interpreting clients' queries through the reference interview process, enabling retrieval of the most relevant research results
• Experience Using a Library Management System
• Proven experience in applying critical thinking and using sound judgement to develop options and provide advice

Ko wai mātou - About us 

At Manatū Hauora – Ministry of Health we are the kaitiaki of the health system, providing leadership and driving strategy and performance. We regulate the health sector and are the primary source of advice on health matters.   

The Knowledge Services team is made up of information management and library specialists.  The team provide advice, practical assistance, and specialist information to kamahi. They monitor usage, target education initiatives for the Ministry, and offer access to evidence-based knowledge resources and document supply both on-site and online.

To learn more about us, visit https://www.health.govt.nz/about-us  

Ngā Uaratanga – Our values  

Our Values underpin how we work together and with the health and disability sector, public service colleagues and communities.  

• Manaakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictonary.co.nz) - we show care, inclusion respect, support, trust, and kindness to each other 
• Kaitiakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we preserve and maintain an environment that enables the Ministry and our people to thrive 
• Whakapono (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we have trust and faith in each other to do the right thing 
• Kōkiri ngātahi (Listen on Māori Dictonary.com Kōkiri + ngātahi) - we connect and work together collectively towards a common purpose. 

Me pēhea te tono mai - How to apply 

Click APPLY and make sure to include your cover letter and CV. See information for job applicants here: https://www.health.govt.nz/about-us/careers/information-for-job-applicants 

For any questions or a confidential kōrero, contact recruitment@health.govt.nz  

Applications close Thursday 30th January. Please note we are reviewing applications as they come in and may close prior to the closing date if we receive a large number of applications. 

We place importance on our people having a sense of belonging, so if you require adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.