Following the creation of a new strategic plan and vision the Parkland Regional Library is entering a new stage of library development The Parkland Regional Library Board is seeking a dynamic and innovative Library Director to help lead its headquarters and branch staff on this exciting new journey. The Parkland Regional Library provides public library services throughout 54 branches to the cities, towns, and rural communities of east-central Saskatchewan. Headquarters is in Yorkton a dynamic and affordable community with kilometers of walking, paths, first class sporting facilities and numerous cultural events. Yorkton is home to the second longest running film festival in the world, The Yorkton Film Festival. It is located near numerous lakes for fishing, boating and kayaking in the summer In. addition there are many venues for winter sports including cross country skiing and snowmobiling.
The Library Director will be a creative problem solver with a strong background in library management, administration and budgeting. This position is responsible for the development and management of the library region and maintaining other provincial partnerships. It combines high-level planning with hands on operational work.
Duties and Responsibilities
Knowledge and Skills
Education and Training
Other requirements
To
apply, send a resume, cover letter and letters of reference in a single
PDF to Lani Best, Parkland Regional Library Chairperson, email chair@parklandlibrary.ca
This job posting will be closed early if we find a successful candidate. Interviews will not wait for the posting to close.
The interest of all applicants is appreciated, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Review of applicants will begin immediately and posting will be open until position is filled.