{"id":7165,"date":"2026-09-02T10:35:41","date_gmt":"2026-09-02T14:35:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/?post_type=job_listing&#038;p=7165"},"modified":"2026-09-19T00:55:49","modified_gmt":"2026-09-19T04:55:49","slug":"port-hope-public-library-port-hope-on-16-ceo-chief-librarian","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/?post_type=job_listing&p=7165","title":{"rendered":"CEO\/Chief Librarian"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Job Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Lead the Future of Port Hope Public Library!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Port Hope is a fast-growing, vibrant community, and we are looking for a visionary, forward-thinking\u00a0<strong>Chief Executive Officer &amp; Chief Librarian<\/strong>\u00a0to guide our library system into its next exciting chapter. If you are a collaborative leader with a passion for community building, modern library innovation, and fiscal stewardship, we want to hear from you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Role<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Reporting directly to the Library Board, you will act as the chief executive officer responsible for daily operations, municipal relations, and long-term strategy. You will balance strategic governance under the\u00a0Public Libraries Act\u00a0with proactive revenue diversification, modern technology integration (including AI tools), and hands-on team leadership.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key Highlights<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Strategic Vision:<\/strong>\u00a0Partner with the Board to shape realistic, cost-effective plans that meet the evolving demographic needs of a growing town<\/li>\n<li><strong>Financial &amp; Grant Leadership:<\/strong>\u00a0Act as the statutory Board Treasurer, manage operating\/capital budgets, present to Municipal Council, and actively spearhead local donor cultivation and grant writing<\/li>\n<li><strong>Community &amp; Municipal Impact:<\/strong>\u00a0Serve as the primary public advocate, building strong relationships with town officials, local businesses, schools, and civic group<\/li>\n<li><strong>Team &amp; Operations Management:\u00a0<\/strong>Direct a dedicated, unionized workforce, championing a positive workplace culture, professional development, and seamless digital\/physical service excellence.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What You Bring<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Education:<\/strong>\u00a0Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent from an ALA-accredited institution (preferred)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Experience:<\/strong>\u00a0Minimum 5 years of progressive library experience, with at least 3 years in a management role within a public library (unionized environment preferred)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Expertise:<\/strong>\u00a0Thorough knowledge of Ontario public library standards, municipal practices, and the\u00a0Public Libraries Act, alongside proven financial literacy and fundraising aptitude<\/p>\n<p><strong>Technical &amp; Communication Skills:\u00a0<\/strong>Comprehensive knowledge of, and direct experience with, Integrated Library Systems (SirsiDynix Symphony and BlueCloud Analytics) along with exceptional verbal, written, and presentation abilities<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0Position Details<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Type:\u00a0<\/strong>Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours weekly; flexibility required for evening Board\/Council meetings and events)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong>\u00a0Port Hope, Ontario<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/porthopepubliclibrary.ca\/your-library\/employment-volunteering\/phpl-ceo-job-description-2026.pdf\">PHPL CEO Job Description<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Compensation:\u00a0 \u00a0$123,000 &#8211; $144,000<\/p>\n<p><strong>How To Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Ready to make a lasting impact in a dynamic municipal environment?<\/p>\n<p>Send your resume and a compelling cover letter to our Board Trustee, at sjonesbouk@icloud.com, detailing why you are the ideal leader for the Port Hope Public Library.<\/p>\n<p>Applications will only be accepted via the email address above; please also include \u201cPHPL CEO Application\u201d in the subject line<\/p>\n<p><strong>Deadline for applications is September 18, 2026, at 5pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Satisfactory passing of a vulnerable sector check and proof of qualifications will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position.<\/p>\n<p>We thank everyone that applies, however, only those being considered for interviews will be contacted; please do not contact the library directly to ask about your application<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"Port Hope, ON","_application":"https:\/\/porthopepubliclibrary.ca\/your-library\/employment-volunteering","_company_name":"Port Hope Public Library","_company_website":"https:\/\/porthopepubliclibrary.ca\/","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job-categories":[13],"job-types":[16],"class_list":["post-7165","job_listing","type-job_listing","status-expired","hentry","job-type-paid"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/7165","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7165"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-categories?post=7165"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=7165"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}