Collection Services Manager

Job Summary
 

Collection Services Manager

(Permanent, Full-Time)

Peace Library System (PLS) is seeking a librarian with strong leadership skills to manage the Collection Services department. This position also provides the opportunity for applied work cataloguing items for member libraries and partners.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead Collection Services activities for effective and efficient service delivery
• Supervise employees, including scheduling, training, performance management and work plans
• Collaborate with TRAC members and working groups, other library systems and member library staff to continually improve customer service
• Work with the management team to implement the PLS Plan of Service, contribute to the preparation of the annual budget

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• MLIS or equivalent from an accredited library school
• Minimum of three years of library experience
• Strong management and leadership skills, minimum of two years of supervisory experience
• Proficiency in the use of Office and integrated library system software, Polaris would be an asset
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of cataloguing standards and procedures
• Superior organizational, time management and critical thinking skills
• School library experience would be an asset.
• Ability to work closely and effectively with others in a team setting
• Starting salary will begin at $80,893 per year. Peace Library System provides a competitive salary and benefits package.

Peace Library System headquarters is located in the City of Grande Prairie, approximately 450 km northwest of Edmonton. With a population of over 70,000, Grande Prairie is an active, growing community with all services and amenities, situated in the beautiful Peace Country. Peace Library System serves a municipal population of 175,000 and a student population of 11,700 through a network of 46 public and 35 school libraries across northwestern Alberta. It is a partner with three other library systems in The Regional Automation Consortium (TRAC).

A review of applications will begin 26 May 2025. The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate has been selected. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

 
Compensation:  $80,893/year

How To Apply

Interested parties should submit a cover letter and resume. References will be requested from interviewees. A full job description is available upon request.

Louisa Robison

CEO

Peace Library System

8301-110 Street

Grande Prairie, Alberta T8W 6T2

Email : lrobison@peacelibrarysystem.ab.ca