Emerging Technologies Librarian

Are you passionate about technology, accessing information, and help people connect with the digital world? GPPL is looking for a temporary (one year), full-time Emerging Technologies Librarian to join our fun-loving team of library professionals. As the Emerging Technologies Librarian, you will provide a broad variety of services to customers and the community with the aim of enhancing GPPL’s collections and services through technological support and access. Reporting to the Head of Adult Services, this role supports the implementation of new technologies and develops technology-focused programming for our community. This position also has regular shifts at the Ask Desk and is part of the weekend supervision schedule.

Who You Are

• A tech-savvy and community-minded professional with a passion for connecting people with emerging technologies and digital resources
• A creative problem-solver with knowledge of 3D printing, creative software applications such as Adobe Creative Suite, and a genuine interest in staying current with new tools and resources
• A collaborative team player who works effectively with Adult Services staff and colleagues across GPPL departments to plan and promote programs and services
• A proactive thinker with a Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) degree or a combination of a Library Information Technology (LIT) diploma and relevant experience. New graduates of MLIS programs are strongly encouraged to apply

Position Details

• Hours of work include a 35-hour work week with evening and weekend work required
• Salary to be on Grade 3 of GPPL’s salary grid ($60,277 - $77,161) and commensurate with experience
• GPPL offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous vacation compensation
• Successful candidates will be required to submit a Criminal Record Check and a Vulnerable Sector Check as a condition of employment

GPPL supports and endorses the Canadian Federation of Library Associations’ commitment to the universal principles of intellectual freedom as defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which include the freedoms to hold opinions and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers.

GPPL believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation, and creativity. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and sense of community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.