Librarian 1 (Adult Services)

At North Vancouver District Public Library, we inspire learning, discovery, creativity and collaboration in our community. Serving almost 90,000 residents at three full-service locations and one Express Library throughout the beautiful District of North Vancouver, we are proud to provide free and equitable access
to welcoming spaces, diverse collections and digital resources, a wide range of technology and computers, including StoryLab, and so much more. Proudly late fine free, our libraries are the destination for our growing community to connect, share, and inspire.

NVDPL is looking for a Librarian 1 Adult Services to: design, develop & assess programs for adults; engage with community partners; coordinate Collection maintenance work; provide information services, digital support, and balance patron needs in a busy public space. This position is based at the Parkgate Library, with some time spent at other branches. This temporary fulltime position is to fill a
leave of absence and will run from September 2, 2025 to August 31, 2026.

What we can offer you
At NVDPL, we believe in building community and relationships, nurturing innovation while honouring tradition, embracing exploration, creativity, and fun, and supporting human potential and enabling excellence.
Reporting to the Manager, Community Connections, you will be part of a team that shares a commitment to understanding and responding to community needs, and has a collaborative approach to developing and delivering services.

What you’ll be doing
Aspects of the role will include:
Designing, developing & assessing programs for adults based on strategic priorities
Building relationships with & supporting community agency partners
Maintaining branch Collections under direction of Collection Services & Evaluation Librarian
Providing reference and reader’s advisory services for all ages; helping patrons navigate digital resources & devices
Balancing patrons’ needs and responding to issues confidently and professionally in a busy public space

What you’ll need to succeed
A Masters degree in information or library science from an accredited program
An understanding of and commitment to the principles of intellectual freedom, inclusiveness and service excellence
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development
Proven ability to provide leadership and responsible oversight of services, spaces and resources
Demonstrated competence with current library technologies and assisting patrons with accessing and navigating the digital environment
Experience with teamwork and projects; ability to take initiative, ask for assistance, take direction
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Positivity and enthusiasm to serve members of the public from all walks of life
A comfort level with uncertainty and curiosity to learn more

It’s great if you have
Experience or interest in making connections with community groups & representing your organization in the community
Experience or interest in program areas such as Community Dialogue, Civic Engagement, Skill Building and Community Learning

The hourly pay rate for this unionized position starts at $39.14 (2024), based on a 35-hour workweek,
plus a generous benefits package. This work requires evening and weekend shifts.

North Vancouver District Public Library is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, barrier-free work environment. If you have a passion for connecting community, sharing knowledge, and inspiring stories, and you are interested in joining our dynamic team, then we’d like to hear from you!

Our libraries are located on the traditional territories of the səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and Sḵwxwú7mesh (Squamish) First Nations. We are grateful for the opportunity to connect community, share knowledge and inspire stories on unceded Coast Salish Territory.