Description Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Location: Flexible Branch: Partnerships & Commissions Salary:$92,425 $115,018 About us As part of the Department of Internal Affairs, we are the kaitiaki of Aotearoas documentary heritage. At Archives New Zealand and the National Library, we care for the records, stories, and knowledge that shape who we are as a nation. We collect, protect, and provide appropriate access to everything from government records to treasured taonga, working with communities, libraries, and archives across the motu and beyond to make sure the history and information that matter remain accessible for generations to come.

Preserve the Past and Protect the Future of Aotearoas Collections E ng mana, e ng reo, e ng karangatanga maha o ng hau e wh, nau mai, haere mai. Greetings to the many authorities, voices, and experts of the world. As Repository Specialist, you will help safeguard New Zealands documentary heritage through the effective management of our storage repositories.

This is a specialist role focused on the long-term preservation, accessibility and environmental stability of collections held across multiple locations. Youll provide expert guidance on repository operations, lead planning for current and future storage needs, and oversee improvements to repository systems and practices. The role involves close collaboration with conservation, property, and facilities teams, as well as project management responsibilities for key repository-related initiatives.

What were looking for Youll bring deep practical knowledge of collection care and repository management, along with: Proven experience managing repositories, archives or taonga, including storage systems and documentation standards A strong understanding of preservation needs, environmental monitoring and disaster recovery planning Experience leading collection movement or repository improvement projects Solid planning and project management skills, with the ability to deliver results in a complex, multi-site environment Excellent communication skills and the ability to advise colleagues, property teams and external partners Familiarity with facilities management and the operational realities of collection storage An understanding of the implications of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a willingness to integrate tikanga Mori and te reo Mori into your work Youll be methodical, solutions-focused, and motivated by the responsibility of protecting some of Aotearoas most significant collections. Applications close: 5pm, 26 May 2025 For more information please contact: Functional Design Team: FunctionalDesignProject@dia.govt.

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