Collection Access Archivist

About Us | Mō mātou

Join the Partnerships and Commissions | Te Aukaha branch and help deliver services that truly matter! From national institutions and commissions to community-driven initiatives like Hāpai Hapori Community Operations, Archives National Library, and Ministerial Services, we bring together innovation, strategy, and action to make a positive difference across Aotearoa. 

At Archives National Library New Zealand, we have the mandate to make our collections and records accessible so people, communities and government can use them to their fullest value. We connect past and present, and safeguard knowledge for the future.

The role | Te tūnga   

 As Collection Access Archivist, you’ll help ensure that the public, researchers, and government agencies can find and use the collections they need. This role focuses on supporting both physical and digital access to archival records, leading service improvements, managing delivery workflows, facilitating inter-agency access, and enhancing services for all users. You will also take on a leadership role within the team by training and mentoring others, resolving complex access issues, and stepping in for the Team Leader when necessary.

What you bring | Nōu te rourou

• Experience working in archives, libraries or records environments, particularly within a government or heritage setting
• Strong understanding of archival access principles, including privacy, copyright, and security considerations
• Familiarity with systems like Collections Search, and comfort navigating digital access and preservation issues
• Experience providing reference services to a wide range of users, including the public, researchers, iwi, and government agencies
• Proven ability to manage service workflows, troubleshoot issues and improve processes
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tikanga Māori, and a commitment to improving access to Mātauranga Māori
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working across teams
• A degree or postgraduate qualification in archival studies, library and information studies, museum studies, history or a related discipline.

You’ll be someone who enjoys helping people access knowledge and is passionate about making public records accessible, discoverable, and well-managed.

For you | Mōu  

At the Department of Internal Affairs, we are committed to offering a collaborative and innovative culture where your perspective and ideas will be welcomed. We want our people to thrive within a culture of best practice, while being able to set and achieve goals and being encouraged to challenge the status quo.  

To learn more about the diverse, important mahi we do at the Department and see why we're a great place to work check out our website https://www.dia.govt.nz/  

Benefits - About Internal Affairs - Careers with us - Benefits - dia.govt.nz  

The appointing range for this role is $71,767 - $89,310.

To review the full job description, please click here. 

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono 

We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application.  

We're committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. Please let us know if there is any support we can provide to ensure the process is accessible to you.

Applications for this role close 5pm, Wednesday 22 April 2026. Please also note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role. 

If you have any questions, please email Access Services Team Leader, Natalie Smith, natalie.smith2@dia.govt.nz