Job Summary

Organizational Profile

Burnaby Public Library (BPL) is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Peoples. Burnaby’s first library was founded in 1927, and BPL has been a
municipal library since 1956. Today, governed by the Burnaby Public Library Board (Board), the BPL system provides a broad selection of stories, ideas, and information across four distinct branches (Bob Prittie Metrotown Branch, McGill Branch, Temporary Cameron Branch, and the Tommy Douglas Library) serving over 1.5 million visitors annually.

BPL creates inclusive spaces where people can gather, learn and play, with a vision of a caring, curious, and connected community.

The four library branches offer books, magazines, DVDs, audiobooks, and other materials in a dozen different languages, and digital services such as free e-books and audiobooks, independent films and music, online magazines and newspapers. Innovative programming for children, teens, and adults provides opportunities for more people in the community to interact with ideas and with each other and seeks to excite and engage people’s curiosity and imagination.

About the Role

Reporting to the Board, the Chief Librarian is accountable for the provision of library service in Burnaby. The Chief Librarian is responsible for leading, planning, and delivering library services that meet the needs of the community within the vision, mission,
values, goals, and policies established by the Board, The Chief Librarian acts as a key advisor to the Board in developing and implementing strategies.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in a senior management position in a unionized environment. The position requires an inclusive, collaborative, and strategic leader who understands the role of public libraries in building resilient, inclusive, and engaged communities. The role requires a master’s degree in library and information studies, excellent interpersonal communication, and a demonstrated commitment to library values and the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. The position requires the ability to undergo a Vulnerable Sector Police Check.

The salary range for this position is $211,411- $234,926, supplemented by a competitive total compensation package administered by the City of Burnaby, including the Municipal Pension Plan and comprehensive benefits. Highlights include 26 annually paid Regular Days Off in addition to annual vacation leave, a monthly special benefit of $1041, and generous short, medium, and long-term disability.

Compensation: $211,411-$236,926

How To Apply

Contact Details

Should you be interested in learning more about this unique opportunity with Burnaby Public Library, please contact Harbour West Consulting at 604-998-4032 or forward your resume, a letter of introduction and the names and contact information for three references, in confidence, to info@hwest.ca.

Job Summary

The incumbent reports to the Senior Manage, Library Services and provides expertise and leadership in ongoing planning, organization, and managing of the college’s integrated Library Learning Commons (LLCs) with a particular focus on technology lending programs, technology enabled spaces, the library services platform, the LLC web site, the interaction between technology and student learning, and circulation. The incumbent develops strategies for virtual and physical services for the LLC that are technologically focused and aligned with the college’s overall digital strategies and academic programming.

Key Responsibilities:

• Jointly with Senior Manager, Library Services plans organizes, implements and manages integrated LLC services and systems including Help desk functions, circulation, user support, photo-ID, technical support and programming, facility design and virtual services.
• Plans, organizes, implements and manages the colleges’ photo-ID services for both students and staff, and facilitates one-card applications with other departments and vendors.
• Develops, updates, and supervises and maintains a user-friendly website, web applications, and library services platform that meets accessibility and professional library standards.
• Plans, organizes, develops and ensures that LLC computer networks and systems that integrate all learning resources met the college’s strategic direction and follow ITS direction on device and platform procurement and management, and security.
• Develops, updates, and maintains relevant procedures, programming and practices that are responsive to emerging copyright legislation and practices.
• Researches, evaluates and implements technology-based solutions to improve efficiencies in the delivery of information services in an increasingly virtual environment e.g. e-services, streaming, virtual reference, etc.
• Within the framework of policies/programs/service standards of the LLC, plans, develops, implements and evaluates appropriate systems and processes to support the technical service requirements of the LLC in regard to the library systems platform including acquisitions systems, and cataloguing protocols.
• Provides leadership and direction to LLC support staff, faculty, and administration regarding all technological matters.
• Remains current in technology and trends specifically in the area of libraries and learning technology and platforms. Understands and suggests possible applications and integration between existing and new technology.
• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation:  $104,000 to $122,385

How To Apply

Apply here: https://georgebrown.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/6830?c=georgebrown&lang=en-US

Application Deadline:  September 30, 2025

Job Summary

Manager, Information Services (One year)

Surrey Libraries is an innovative and award-winning library system that provides a wide range of materials, programs, and information services to the community. We are a growing library system, recognized for our ability to respond creatively to our active and diverse community through outreach to community groups and partnerships with agencies. In addition to our collections, progressive use of technology and a wide variety of digital resources, we specialize in genealogical materials and multilingual collections in 16 languages. Our 10 branches, together with our website www.surreylibraries.ca and Mobile Library serves a population of more than 600,000.

There is an opening for the position of Manager, Information Services at Library Administration. This is an exempt full-time (35 hours per week) position reporting to the Director, Public Services. This is a one year temporary position with the possibility of extension.

The Manager, Information Services is responsible for planning, coordinating, and developing strategies and services to meet the information needs of customers in branches and online. The Manager IS, leads the administration, evaluation and long-term planning of information services for the library, facilitating an environment that promotes and maintains excellent customer service.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Develops and recommends policies, procedures and practices relating to the delivery of information, online and public services.
• Identifies and coordinates the training and development of information services staff. Prepares and/or delivers in-house training in specialized information services functions as necessary to ensure well-qualified staff.  
• Oversees the hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of reporting to the position. Disciplinary responsibilities range from verbal and written warnings up to and including suspension.
• Supports development and maintenance of website, ensuring content is accurate and up to date.
• Provides input on promoting the Library’s online resources and services.
• Generates and gathers statistics and prepares reports for the Library regarding issues and activities relating to Information Services.
• Co-ordinates and directs assignment of ongoing tasks and special projects to Information Services staff throughout the system.
• Co-ordinates and/or participates in library committees and undertakes special projects as requested.
• Communicates and maintains an effective working relationship with Library staff, appropriate city personnel, and representatives of other library organisations, and government agencies.
• Represents the Library at a variety of community and civic activities or through participation in library associations or consortia activities.
• Forms strategic partnerships and maintains good working relationships with community organizations such as community associations, educational institutions and others to discuss library services and promote library use.
• Investigates complaints relating to Information Services and resolves by taking appropriate action.
• Represents Management in Labour Management and grievance matters, as required.
• Performs other related duties.
   

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills

• Master of Library Science from an A.L.A. accredited university program.
• Three to five years experience in a public library or equivalent public service experience.
• Previous supervisory or team leader experience.
• Knowledge of current trends and developments in public library service, particularly in the area of information and reference services.
• Knowledge of online tools and resources and computer applications as it relates to providing information services.
• Knowledge of concepts and terminology related to budgeting, information technology and labour relations in a library setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to learn and assess new technology rapidly.
• Skill in presenting programs and teaching groups of various sizes.
• Ability to manage and organize multiple projects under time constraints.
• Ability to manage and lead others, with ability to delegate and give clear direction.
   

Compensation:  $102,878 – $117,410

How To Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, send your cover letter and resume with the subject “Manager, Information Services – Your first name and last name” to SPLEmployment@surrey.ca.

The deadline is Friday, September 26, 2025.

We thank in advance all applicants who apply and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Position Title: Producer, Igalaaq (English Services) (On Site) 

Status of Employment: Permanent 

Position Language Requirement:  English 

Language Skills:  English (Reading), English (Speaking), English (Writing) 

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. 
 
Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

Unposting Date:  2025-10-01 11:59 PM 
 

This role requires full time on site presence. 

CBC North is committed to the promotion, preservation and revitalization of indigenous languages. CBC North – Nunavut broadcast in both English and Inuktitut and is the only source for live current affairs and news in Inuktitut broadcasting across Nunavut and Nunavik
  
Your role
 
You have fresh ideas and technical expertise to create the quality programming Canadians and Northerners have come to expect from us. You are someone who is always ready to explore new ways of creating content that is distinct, intelligent and innovative.
 
CBC North is looking for a Producer for Igalaaq, Canada’s only Inuktitut television news broadcast. This producer will be responsible for the production of the daily 30 minute supper-hour television program and driving video storytelling innovation in the newsroom. You will work with a team of journalists and videographers in a multi-platform news environment.
 
As an experienced Producer you will participate in developing editorial and technological innovation, creative storytelling and finding great guests for the show. You will have a demonstrated understanding of visual storytelling trends and the evolving expectations of the audience. Reporting to the Executive Producer, you are solid editorially with clear news instincts and appetite for daily journalism. You have a sophisticated understanding of visual storytelling formats and can help the team deliver a compelling, must-watch show and encourage great video content that travels. 
 
You are a producer  who’s focused on the audience and what they need. You know how to engage new, more diverse and younger audiences familiar with digital and social media conventions and story-telling. 
 
You will work closely with our assignment producers to ensure Nunavummiut are kept up to date and informed on relevant, local stories. You will also work closely with the Digital and Radio Current Affairs producers to ensure sharing of story ideas and content.

You have a strong understanding of Nunavut, Nunavik and Inuit culture. Ideally, you are fluent in English and Inuktitut,

You will help determine appropriate story treatments to support a nimble, fast-paced, “need to know now” evening news television program.  

As  Producer of television, you will bring the following skills and experience to the CBC:

• University degree or equivalent.
• Minimum five years recent experience in a daily news environment.
• Strong journalistic skills.
• Strong visual storytelling experience.
• Demonstrated ability of video innovation.
• Excellent broadcast writing skills. 
• Ability to adapt to ongoing technical demands such as desktop editing, assisting with daily lineup, using graphics for story treatments and a sound knowledge of field gathering tools and application. 
• Strong understanding of demonstrative live storytelling techniques.
• Ability to incorporate breaking news into a live broadcast.
• Strong vetting ability. 
• Ability to balance the big picture creative thinking with the “daily grind” of producing a daily television program. This is a very hands-on position.
• Ability to assign, manage and motivate staff, coordinate with other departments in a productive manner, and mediate disputes as they arise.
• High-level knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to journalism.
• Deep knowledge of and connection to the equity-seeking communities in Nunavut/Nunavik.
• Excellent general knowledge about Nunavut/Nunavik provincial and civic politics, demographics, geography, and current issues.
• Experience and proven ability to tell news stories in compelling and innovative ways.
• Ability to manage large volumes of fast-moving information.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong team player.
   

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
 

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:  

• A mandatory Criminal record check. 
• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to recruitment@cbc.ca.
 
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest. In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.

Primary Location:  101-350 Queen Elizabeth Way, Iqaluit, Nunavut, X0A 2H0 

Number of Openings:  1 

Work Schedule:  Full time

Position Title: Managing Editor – Indigenous Content for CBC News (English Services) (On-site) 

Status of Employment: Permanent 

Position Language Requirement: English 

Language Skills: English (Reading – C – Advanced), English (Speaking – C – Advanced), English (Writing – C – Advanced) 

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. 
 
Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

Unposting Date:  2025-09-24 11:59 PM 
 

Your role:

This leader will oversee the teams responsible for CBC Indigenous and Unreserved, and will manage and develop a newly created Executive Producer of Indigenous Content position responsible for the daily journalism and current affairs content produced by these teams. The Managing Editor role requires strong journalistic leadership, a firm understanding of CBC’s journalistic standards and practices, and a passion for building stronger relationships through our journalism with Indigenous communities throughout Canada.

Importantly, the new Managing Editor will play a key role in connecting and amplifying the Indigenous content produced across all of CBC News, including by CBC North, the Cree Unit in Quebec, and our many newsrooms.

We seek a leader who can help bring people together to define and align a strategy that unites the work of Indigenous content creators across the country against a common mandate to better serve Indigenous and non-Indigenous audiences — all in line with CBC/Radio-Canada’s National Indigenous Strategy.

Function:

Reporting to CBC’s Senior Director of Newsgathering, the Managing Editor will be responsible for working closely with leaders of CBC News, CBC’s Entertainment, Factual and Sports division, news content leaders at Radio-Canada, and the national Indigenous Office to bring this unified content strategy to life.

The Managing Editor will also ensure Indigenous language programming remains a strong, vital aspect of the public broadcaster’s service, along with our coverage of special Indigenous events such as the North American Indigenous Games, National Indigenous Peoples Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The Managing Editor will also help ensure the success of the Indigenous Pathways program for News and the successful rollout of CBC’s expanded Reporting In Indigenous Communities training.

This role can be based in any CBC location in Canada

Key tasks:

The Managing Editor is responsible for:

• Leading and managing the CBC Indigenous and Unreserved teams, and maintaining close ties with the Cree Unit, including resource planning and staffing decisions, against key priorities and an evolving mandate for CBC Indigenous
• Development of the CBC News Indigenous Strategy and execution in conjunction with the senior leadership team of CBC News and CBC/Radio-Canada’s national Indigenous office
• Aligning and uniting the work of Indigenous content creators across the country, including CBC North, against a common mandate to better serve Indigenous and non-Indigenous audiences
• Ensuring Indigenous–language programming remains strong, including succession planning and training for Indigenous language hosts and programmers.
• Leading the implementation of the Indigenous news strategy, building awareness of and accountability for the three-year plan and setting realistic and measurable targets
• As part of the strategy work, examining people, operations and structure and making recommendations as it relates to pushing the strategy forward in a meaningful and impactful way
• Liaising with the national Indigenous office to monitor, track, report on progress against the areas of the four pillars for which News is accountable (including quarterly reporting) and communicating updates to CBC News leadership
• Tracking progress of CBC News initiatives and commitments and providing recommendations around continuous improvement to CBC News Leadership
• Leading the editorial resources review of Indigenous content teams and making recommendations for needs to meet strategy
• Maintaining regular connection as a peer with Managing Editors across Canada on individual newsroom strategy implementation efforts (including RIIC, individual initiatives, content tracking)
• Strategizing and managing CBC Indigenous presence and impact at big events across CBC News
• Helping respond to audience complaints and inquiries and Ombudsman complaints 
• Ensuring CBC Indigenous and Unreserved editorial, programming and digital strategies are effectively implemented and properly reviewed throughout the year
• Reviewing content regularly to ensure it meets editorial standards and targets and adheres to CBC Journalistic Standards and Practices.
• Overseeing staff management, performance, training, development, leave, hiring and adherence to CBC policies
• Supporting ongoing development programs like Pathways for new Indigenous hires
• Traveling across Canada to CBC offices is required, up to 20% of the time
   

Your Profile:

• A minimum of 8 years related leadership experience
• A connection to and deep understanding of Indigenous communities in Canada including journalistic experience producing/creating Indigenous content
• A commitment to CBC News’ content strategy, with creativity and vision
• Strong journalistic experience and knowledge of newsgathering and current affairs to lead, develop, implement, and evaluate programming
• Proven ability to set and implement programming strategy and create the conditions necessary for success, including by working collaboratively across multiple teams and disciplines in a highly matrixed organization
• Superior understanding of journalistic craft, storytelling and program generation
• A knowledge and understanding of audience measurement targets
• Demonstrable leadership and management skills and experience to inspire teams during periods of significant change
• Experience guiding and developing on-air talent, craft and performance
• Proven ability to find solutions to a variety of technical, resource and operational issues; make decisions to tight deadlines
• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Strong analytical skills to solve complex journalistic and operational issues
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to be clear, concise, and precise on journalistic and programming matters
• Knowledge of the law as it relates to broadcasting and journalism
• Cultural sensitivity, awareness and a demonstrated commitment to the value of diversity in the workplace
   

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:  

• A mandatory Criminal record check. 
• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to recruitment@cbc.ca.
 
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest. In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.

Primary Location: Broadcast Centre 205 Wellington St. W., Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3G7 

Number of Openings: 1 

Work Schedule:  Full time

Job Summary
 

Libraries build community.

At RPL, we’re on a mission to provide Regina residents with opportunities to discover, learn and connect in an inclusive, customer-centred, and safe environment — and we could use your help.

PURPOSE:

As part of a dynamic team reporting to the Executive Director, Branch Libraries, the Branch Manager is responsible for developing and delivering a full range of professional library services in two branches. The Branch Manager shapes the nature and quality of the customer experience through the selection, development, and mentoring of the librarians, supervisors, and branch employees. They exercise professional judgment to ensure a customer-centered service in branch operations, and by using evidence-based assessment in the design, implementation, and evaluation of service improvements.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES:

As Branch Manager, you will:

• Create a safe and welcoming, customer-centered experience that is responsive to the users.
• Develop, execute, and assess effective strategies to ensure the branch meets the organization’s service goals and objectives by allocating resources responsibly, effectively and efficiently.
• Be attuned to changing environments and continuously monitor, analyze, and adjust.
• Coordinate and collaborate with fellow RPL managers to seek additional budgeted resources for projects and branch initiatives.
• Provide effective management and supervision of staff; train, develop, coach, and mentor staff and strive for commitment and engagement.
• Foster a culture of respect and cooperation, continuous improvement, and customer-centered service; have critical conversations to tackle challenges.
• Connect by leading or joining teams to plan and implement projects impacting the broader RPL system. Initiate proposals and recommendations regarding the adoption of new practices, standards, and service innovation at Regina Public Library.
• Connect by developing relationships and maintaining communications with the local community and its various agencies and interest groups to promote the branch and opportunities for partnerships.
• Discover and learn by embracing ongoing professional development to foster a broad and in-depth knowledge of current library practices, trends, standards, public services, and related professional issues.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

You have:

• An ALA accredited master’s degree in Library and Information Studies.
• A minimum three years professional library experience with increased responsibilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current technology, trends and issues related to public library services such as might be gained through experience, education, or professional activities.
• Knowledge of the principles of human resource management in a unionized environment and demonstrated ability to motivate and lead staff.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills including the ability to effectively and efficiently manage work, scheduling employees and priorities to support customer-centered services.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills to analyze financial, budgetary, and operational data to identify inconsistencies and/or errors, comment on variances and make recommend improvements to meet the anticipated needs of the unit or branch.
• Demonstrated ability to take on responsibility, take initiative, exercise independent judgment, and discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and set priorities for yourself and others.

We value:

• High quality customer service.
• Critical thinking and continuous improvement.
• Problem-solving using logical, fact-based reasoning in an evidence-based decision-making environment.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply principles of change management.
• Positive professional relationships with the public, external agencies and each other.
• Equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Intellectual freedom to seek, receive, and impart information and ideas.
• Accountability, confidentiality, and privacy.
• Strong and effective communication.

CURRENT ASSIGNMENT:

Presently, there are seven Branch Manager positions that support RPL’s eight branches and Central Library frontline units, and Branch Managers may be assigned to any of these locations or units at any time. Schedule includes evening and weekend work, generally scheduled for one weekend/month and one evening/week.

RPL has an inclusive and innovative work environment which offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including 100% employer paid group benefits and five weeks annual vacation. Learning is one of RPL’s values and this is demonstrated through significant support for professional development in the amount of $4,000 per year.

Employees of RPL consistently strive for further refinement of service excellence and value to the community making it an employer of choice for over a century.

Regina Public Library is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the community that we serve. The Library welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is a condition of employment.

Compensation:  $85,488.00 – $128,232.00 per annum

How To Apply

This job competition will remain open until the position is filled. Review and consideration of applicants will begin on September 22, 2025.

Visit: https://www.reginalibrary.ca/about/current_opportunities

Job Summary

September 9, 2025

JOB DESCRIPTION:                              Executive Director

POSITION CLASSIFICATION:               Management

The Executive Director is the chief executive officer and secretary to the board. They are accountable to the Chinook Regional Library Board and its Executive Committee and to provide vision, leadership and direction to the 31 branches and the 84 communities served by the Chinook Regional Library System.

Headquartered in the City of Swift Current, the Chinook Regional Library System serves 47,225 residents in Southwest Saskatchewan. Swift Current is a thriving city of roughly 17,000 located on the Trans-Canada Highway mid-way between Regina, SK and Medicine Hat, AB. We boast a vibrant arts and craft community, a community theatre group, music, stock car racing,and we are near by sand dunes, ‘dark sky’ country and provincial parks. Family-oriented, we are the home of the WHL’s “Swift Current Broncos” ; the SaskPower Windscape Kite Festival (https://www.tourismswiftcurrent.ca/calendar-of-events) and a diverse business community. Housing is affordable.

The Chinook Board is seeking creative-problem solver with a strong background in library management, advocacy, administration, and budgeting to lead the region. He/she will lead in the strategy, planning, and decision-making needed to create community services, spaces, and technologies that inspire discovery, learning, and connection as Chinook re-imagines library service. Chinook Headquarters provides technical, materials selection, branch support, bulk purchasing , training and accounting support .

Chinook is a non-unionized environment. You will be working with the professional staff and with our 30 trained non-professional rural branch librarians, There are currently 55 regular staff and 4 managers.

Education & Qualifications: 

• Master of Library Science degree from an accredited university program.
• Five to ten years’ experience in a senior management role, working with boards and building respectful and productive board relationships.
• Administrative/business management experience
• For a detailed job description see https://chinooklibrary.ca/AboutUs/Employment
• For out-of-country applicants, you are responsible for Visas and work permits.
   

Deadline: 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Compensation:  $88,000 to 105,000

How To Apply

Applications or questions  may be sent attention:

Jan Smith, Director

director@chinook.lib.sk.ca

Application Deadline:  September 30, 2025

Full job description

Area Librarian/Branch Manager

100 Mile Hours Branch Library

The Cariboo Regional District is seeking an experienced individual to fill the full-time position of Area Librarian/Branch Manager for the 100 Mile House Branch Library. The Regional District is a mostly rural area known for its agreeable climate and a vast array of outdoor recreational opportunities. The Library System includes 15 branches, 12 in small rural communities and three in the urban areas of Quesnel, Williams Lake and 100 Mile House.

Position Summary: Reporting directly to the Manager of Library Services, the Area Librarian/Branch Manager is responsible for managing the operation of the 100 Mile House Branch of the Cariboo Regional District Library system. Those responsibilities include supervising/training 8-10 staff, maintaining the library’s physical collection, selecting materials for acquisition, determining equipment/building maintenance needs, coordinating public programming, compiling statistics, preparing reports and responding to advanced reference queries. This position also provides advice and support to several rural branches in the area and works closely with Library Managers from other branches to help plan and innovate library services that address community needs. Travel by car to rural branches and to various locations throughout the Region to attend meetings is required.

Education, Experience and Qualifications Required:

• MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited library program.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a public library setting, including at least 2 years of leadership, supervisory and management experience is preferred.
• Strong customer service orientation, including a knowledge of best practices related to public service.
• Ability to lead and empower employees to deliver effective, high-quality library services.
• Ability to effectively manage and lead change.
• Ability to communicate effectively using superior written and verbal skills.
• Considerable knowledge of collection development and management.
• An in-depth knowledge of integrated library systems, subscription databases, social media applications and the wide variety of technology used by patrons to access library services.
• Strong organizational skills, a demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and effectively with other staff and to deal pleasantly and tactfully with the public.
• Experience supervising in a unionized environment would be an asset.

Salary: This full-time exempt position offers a competitive benefits package and a salary range of $92,211 – $98,779 based on the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Worksite Location: The successful candidate will operate out of the Cariboo Regional District 100 Mile House Branch Library located at 449 South Birch Avenue, 100 Mile House, BC. The position requires some travel throughout the Cariboo Regional District for meetings and training. Applicants must maintain a valid driver’s license.

HOURS OF WORK: The regular hours of work for this position are 35 hours per week, which includes a minimum of one weekly evening shift and every other Saturday.

Application Procedure:

Qualified candidates wishing to apply and looking for a detailed job description please visit www.cariboord.ca/careers. Applications will be accepted by the undersigned until 1:00 p.m. Thursday, October 2, 2025. Applications must be in the form of a resume with an accompanying letter detailing qualifications and experience relative to the position. When submitting an application via email, please quote Competition #25-19.

We wish to thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to participate in the interview process will be contacted.

Bernice Crowe, Manager of Human Resources Cariboo Regional District, Suite D – 180 North Third Avenue Williams Lake, BC V2G 2A4 www.cariboord.ca/careers

Are you interested in relocating but want to know more about why you should make the move to the Cariboo? Learn more about our fulfilling communities, long trails and everyday play before you make the move: www.cariboord.ca/makethemove.

Education : Master’s degree
Experience : 3 years to less than 5 years

Full job description

The Harris Learning Library of Nipissing University and Canadore College invites applications for a Scholarly Communication and Research Data Management Librarian. The position is relatively new, offering the successful candidate an exciting opportunity to shape services and use creativity in further developing this evolving portfolio.

The Harris Learning Library supports and advances teaching, learning, and research for students, staff, and faculty of both Nipissing University and Canadore College. The dual mandate offers a unique opportunity to serve both a university and a college environment, ensuring that a wide variety of teaching and research needs are met.

The Learning Library is a member of CRKN, OCUL, CLO, and OCLS; it participates in the shared OCUL Collaborative Futures platform. Serving a combined student population of approximately 7,000, the library is a busy, vibrant and welcoming setting for students. As a small campus community, we pride ourselves on close relationships, personalized support, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines and services.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Library Services, the Scholarly Communication and Research Data Management Librarian position embraces a diverse set of responsibilities, reflecting the size and scope of our institution. The position offers the opportunity to work across collections, subject areas, and with varied portfolios, engaging collaboratively with the Library, the Office of Research, Innovation, and Graduate Studies, faculty, staff, and students.

The scope of responsibilities broadly encompasses developing and implementing policies, procedures, and best practices for the provision of scholarly communication and research data management services. The position works closely with the Office of Research, Innovation and Graduate Studies and other relevant campus bodies to contribute to research-related professional development offerings, and support researchers in developing data management plans. These services will support best practices for researchers and are in compliance with SSHRC, NSERC, CIHR and harmonized Tri-Agency policies related to research data management, open access, artificial intelligence use, knowledge mobilization, and research security. Liaising with relevant external bodies and contacts, the successful candidate will also monitor legislative developments, trends, new models, and issues in Open Access, scholarly communication, research data management, licensing, use and author rights, copyright, fair dealing, and open education. Nipissing University is home to outstanding researchers who are recognized nationally and internationally for their work in diverse areas related to the environment, health and well-being, topology, education, and research with and in support of Indigenous communities. Many of our researchers work in interdisciplinary teams, with collaborators around the globe and in partnership with communities, non-profit, and public and private sector organizations. They strive to do research that has an impact within the communities we serve – primarily rural, remote, and northern. We have a commitment to honour Indigenous knowledge. We respect diverse ideas, forms of knowledge, perspectives, and ways of engaging in research.

The Scholarly Communication and Research Data Management Librarian will support, manage, and actively promote online publishing and repository services, awareness of Open Access scholarship, scholarly publishing options, methods of measuring research impact, author rights, and stewarding of access to government documents. Other duties include reviewing and managing scholarly communication and research data management software tools, liaising activities and collection development within subject areas, information literacy instruction, research appointments, and reference services. The successful candidate will work in collaboration with the Executive Director, Manager of Access Services, librarians, Library staff, faculty, staff and the Research offices of Nipissing University and Canadore College. They will participate in academic service and professional development activities through committee work, workshops, and conferences.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A Master of Library and Information Studies degree from an ALA accredited program,
• Experience with scholarly communication/publishing and Open Access scholarship and an understanding of the emerging and rapidly changing issues, trends, and practices in scholarly communication,
• Extensive knowledge of current issues, trends, and practices in research data management, research data security, curation, preservation, copyright, ethics processes, fair dealing practices, use rights, and intellectual property legislation, with a focus on the Canadian context,
• Knowledge of OCAP principles and research ethics guidelines, including the ability to support research data management practices that respect Indigenous data sovereignty and ethical research practices,
• Experience, knowledge and familiarity with academic librarianship in Canada and the higher education sector,
• Knowledge of current issues, guidelines, and best practices for the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in scholarly communication, research data management, and academic publishing,
• Familiarity with ACRL Information Literacy Framework/Standards, and ACRL, and CARL statements on Scholarly Communication and Research Data Management,
• Foundational knowledge of library principles and practices, Intellectual Freedom, ethics, privacy and confidentiality,
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to implement courses of action or make recommendations within the scope of the position, and
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage projects and handle multiple priorities and the ability and flexibility to adjust workflows as priorities shift.

Our campus is located at 100 College Dr, North Bay, ON P1B 8L7. Based on the Nipissing University Faculty Association (NUFA) Collective Agreement, the annual salary for this role will range from $67,380 to $90,132, depending on level of qualifications and experience, plus employee benefits and pension plan as per the collective agreement. The individual in this role will be required to work full-time from the main campus location listed above. The language of work for this position is English.

Nipissing University is in the City of North Bay, Ontario (population 55,000), in the territory of the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850 and the Nipissing First Nation Traditional Territory and the traditional territory of the Anishinabek. Situated between Lake Nipissing and Trout Lake, and surrounded by pristine Canadian Shield Forest, our campus is a comfortable three-and-a-half-hour drive from either Toronto or Ottawa. North Bay is a growing city with a vibrant arts community, ample amenities, and countless opportunities for outdoor activities. Learn more about North Bay, Ontario by visiting the @cityofnorthbay YouTube channel here: The City of North Bay.

Nipissing University is known for its excellence in teacher education, arts, science, and a range of professional programs. The School of Graduate Studies includes programs in history, sociology, education, environmental science/studies, kinesiology, and mathematics. In “Pathways: Our Commitments to Water, Land, and People”, Nipissing University has committed to fulfilling our responsibility to truth and reconciliation; nurturing our relationship with water, land, and place; embodying harmony and care; inspiring growth and development; building sustainable futures; and, celebrating who we are. Nipissing’s renowned focus on student success and experience has translated into top rankings nationally in the areas of student support, student experience, faculty, and residences as a primarily undergraduate institution. An academic environment that provides close student-faculty interaction, innovative approaches to learning, and a strong research culture is an enduring strength of Nipissing.

Access and equity continue to be longstanding priorities, providing interventions and support for students who might not otherwise participate in postsecondary education. Nipissing welcomes several first-generation students, as well as students with disabilities with focused support.

Nipissing’s faculty and staff are committed to decolonization and reconciliation and provide a supportive environment for Indigenous students enrolled at the University. Our campus is in a region home to 7,000 First Nations, Metis, and Inuit residents, many of whom choose to study at Nipissing University. As a public university located on the traditional territory of Nipissing First Nation and on the lands within the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850, Nipissing University is bound to advance knowledge and be a good guest on this land.

Nipissing University has recently launched a new Careers landing page where prospective applicants can discover exciting career opportunities, learn more about the vibrant City of North Bay, and explore what makes our institution a unique and rewarding place to work. Applications can be emailed to careers@nipissingu.ca using the subject line “Scholarly Communications and Research Data Management Librarian”. Please provide a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and the names and affiliations of three referees. We will not contact referees without seeking your prior consent. These materials should be sent in one PDF document. Applicants who do not provide the above will not be considered. Applications must be submitted by Monday October 27, 2025, at 4:30pm. Review of applications will commence Tuesday October 28, 2025, and will continue to be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $67,380.00-$90,132.00 per year

Work Location: In person