Library Director

Job Title: Library Director

Reports to: City of Chestermere Library Board

The Chestermere Public Library is guided by:

Our Vision: Vital Beyond Words

Our Mission: to be a Community Learning Hub – to Inform, Engage, and Connect

Our Values: Learning, Inclusivity, Creativity, and Community.

Our dynamic library supports the fast growing, diverse community of Chestermere from City Hall, on the lake. The library serves a population of approximately 28,000 from Chestermere and adjoining communities. Chestermere Public Library is a member of Marigold Library System.  Please visit the following websites for more information about the Chestermere Public Library and City of Chestermere.

Who we are looking for:

Reporting to the Library Board, the Library Director is a proven leader, accountable for operations management, strategic planning, developing, coordinating, and managing library services. The Director is able to administer and oversee all library operations in accordance with the library’s policies and procedures. The Director must be able to work collaboratively with their team to meet the goals, objectives and mission of the organization.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Direct the daily operation of the library
• Representing the Chestermere Public Library in community initiatives and committees
• Guide internal and external communications
• Expands the understanding of the Library’s vital role in the community
• Communicates the Library’s needs
• Oversee the Library collection, supported by Marigold Library System
• Provide administrative support to the Library Board
• Prepare and manage annual budget and grant applications
• Pursuing funding sources such as grants, donations and fundraising initiatives
• Oversee the programs and services
• Ensure that programs and services utilize resources efficiently and align with the Plan of Service
• Supervise, manage, support and provide leadership to library staff members
• Manage and maintain the library building and equipment
• Identify and create core strategic planning initiatives

Qualifications, knowledge, and skills needed include:

• MLIS degree from an ALA (American Library Association) accredited institution is required
• A minimum 5 years of experience as a professional librarian
• Professional knowledge of public library philosophies, principles, roles and procedures an asset
• Team leadership, management, supervision, and team building skills are required with 5 years of management or supervision experience
• Demonstrated superior communication skills (verbal and written)
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal, presentation, and collaborative skills
• Technical skills relating to library equipment and software, and knowledge of new technologies
• Ability to assess community interests and needs, and to plan services accordingly

Terms of Employment:

This is a permanent, full-time salaried position. Primarily weekday office hours but may require flexibility to support organizational requirements.

The salary range is $90,000-$120,000 and includes a benefits package.

A Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check are required.