Division Manager

Reporting to the Director of Library Operations, this position is responsible for
planning, implementing, organizing, directing and controlling the operations of
the Western Division of the Provincial Information and Library Resources
Board (PILRB). The position is accountable for planning, developing, and
providing library services and programs for 29 library branches (including 5 in
Labrador) within the Division. Responsibilities include the management of
staff, budgets, and oversight of library facilities. There is responsibility for
liaising with Local Library Boards, community partners, government
departments and agencies, along with other organizations in the information
field. As part of the senior management team, this position participates in the
development of plans, procedures and policies for the PILRB. There is a
requirement to travel to libraries within the Division.

Merit Criteria

Screening Criteria        

Completion of a Masters in Library Science / Library Information Services (MLS/MLIS) degree or related field from an accredited university

Demonstrated supervisory experience

Library experience in progressively responsible roles

Experience in automated library systems, public library services, collections and programs

Assessment Criteria     

Knowledge of public library systems, services, collections and programs

Organizational skills, including time management and prioritization

Management skills, including planning and problem solving

Communication and public relation skills

Ability to lead staff and maintain effective interpersonal relations

Ability to work independently demonstrating initiative

Conditions of Employment

Conditions of Offer      

1.   Recent and satisfactory Criminal Records Check

2.   Valid driver’s license and clear driving abstract                                        

Conditions of Acceptance

1. Willing to accept day travel (occasional)
2. Willing to accept overnight travel (occasional)

Applicant Information   For more information about this opportunity, please call: Fred Whitmarsh at (709) 737-4194 or via email at fwhitmarsh@nlpl.ca

• Newfoundland and Labrador Public Libraries values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
• Disability related accommodations and alternate formats are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment process by contacting the Selection Board Chair.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applications must be received on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• Applications that do not clearly demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out.
• All information submitted as part of this application must be factual, complete and current to date of submission.
• This competition may be used to fill future similar vacancies with Newfoundland and Labrador Public Libraries.