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CITY LIBRARIAN

VANCOUVER PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Vancouver Public Library is looking for a strategic and visionary leader for the position of City Librarian.

Founded in 1887, the Vancouver Public Library is one of Canada's largest library systems, dedicated to meeting the lifelong learning, reading, recreation and information needs of the people of Vancouver. Each year, the Library’s 22 branches serve 6.4 million visitors and circulate 9.8 million items. The Library enjoys strong public support and is an important contributor to the well being of the citizens of Vancouver, considered one of the most livable and literate cities in the world. The Library is deeply rooted in the communities it serves and the iconic Central Branch is a gathering place for the whole city.

The City Librarian is responsible to the Vancouver Public Library Board of Trustees for achieving the goals and objectives set by the Board; for managing Library resources; for presenting and representing the Library in the community; and for planning for the Library of the future. As well, the City Librarian is Secretary to the Board and is responsible as its chief advisor for providing the Board with appropriate information on which to base its policy decisions. The work is performed within general guidelines, policies and statute provisions, but considerable latitude in exercising judgment is accorded and expected of the City Librarian.

The ideal candidate will be an inspirational and effective leader with a graduate degree in librarianship from an ALA-accredited school. S/he will have progressive senior management experience in a large library system, outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, and a collaborative leadership style.

A credit record check and a criminal record check (under the BC CRR Act) are a condition of employment. Personal information collected is used in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The Vancouver Public Library is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from qualified individuals.

Should you be interested in learning more about this leadership opportunity please contact Kelly Baron McIntosh at 604-998-4033 or forward your CV, a letter of introduction and the names and contact information for three referees, in confidence, to info@hwest.ca

We will respond to all who express interest.

External Employment Opportunity 24-10 July 27, 2010

Student Librarian

The Vancouver Public Library is seeking Library School students interested in gaining experience in a public library setting. Students will work one four hour shift per week (primarily scheduled from Monday through Saturday, 9 am - 5 pm, but may also include evening and weekend shifts) for two consecutive terms (Sept. 13 – Dec. 17, 2010 and Jan. 3 – Apr. 22, 2011) in a public service unit at the Central Library or at one of the four designated Branches (Renfrew, Oakridge, Kitsilano, Mt Pleasant).

Job Summary: Working under the direction of the supervising Librarian, the Student Librarian provides subject and specific title reference service, performs collection development tasks, participates in training and outreach programs, and assists in special projects. This is professional library work at the trainee level.

Qualifications: Candidates must be currently enrolled in the MLIS program in September 2010 and be graduating in 2011. Selected students must be available to work for two consecutive terms.

Salary: $23.04 per hour plus 12% in lieu of benefits.

How to Apply: Applications are available from the UBC School of Library Archival & Information Studies, the Vancouver Public Library Human Resources Department or on-line here: Student Librarian Application 2010

Closing Date: 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 10, 2010.

Please send application, résumé and cover letter to:

Human Resources
Vancouver Public Library
350 W. Georgia Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 6B1
OR
Fax: (604) 331-4055
OR
Email: careers@vpl.ca (In Word Format)

While the Library thanks you in advance for your interest, only those candidates being considered will be contacted. The Vancouver Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.