Librarian, Lifelong Learning

Are you passionate about empowering staff and customers through learning and access to information? As a Librarian, Lifelong Learning, you’ll lead system-wide training initiatives, support the implementation of engaging online resources, and drive innovative library services that connect people with knowledge. You’ll collaborate across teams to bring lifelong learning strategies to life, all while delivering exceptional customer service and staying on the pulse of emerging technologies. Sound like you?

What You’ll Do:

·      Coordinate and deliver engaging system-wide training for staff, and create accessible learning tools and online tutorials to support customer use of library resources.

·      Provide leadership to Lifelong Learning team by guiding research, resource development, training efforts and other initiatives.

·      Work closely with branch supervisors to support the implementation of Lifelong Learning strategies across locations.

·      Promote and monitor the library’s online resources collection and conduct research and data analysis to inform system-wide decision-making.

·      Deliver excellent reference and readers’ advisory service to customers and serve as Person in Charge (PIC) as scheduled.

What We’re Looking For:

·      Master’s degree in Library and Information Science and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a public library setting, with strengths in reference services, readers’ advisory, and staff training.

·      Strong knowledge of reference philosophy and the ability to evaluate and recommend quality information resources.

·      Technologically proficient with an interest in emerging tools and trends in library services.

·      Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, solve problems thoughtfully, and adapt to change in a dynamic environment.

·      Committed to equity-based service delivery and skilled in building strong relationships through excellent communication and customer service.

·      Frequent travel to the various locations of WPL is required therefore a driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.

Schedule

The regular schedule will be Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Wednesdays 1:00 – 9:00 p.m., alternating Fridays and Saturdays 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday evening shifts will be scheduled at the John M. Harper Branch. Schedules are subject to change. The ability to work at any library location is required.

Salary/Wage/Benefits

The starting wage is $38.60 per hour (level F).

Full-time contract staff are entitled to paid sick time, personal time and appointment time. Voluntary enrolment in OMERS pension offered. WPL offers a casual work environment, support for professional development and your birthday off with pay!

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume by May 16, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. through the online application form.