Library Manager (Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows)

Established in 1930, FVRL has the prestige of being North America’s first regional library system. Currently, over 360 of our amazing team members serve more than 800,000 people through 25 libraries and our Administrative Centre. FVRL is recognized in the library world as a major `innovation leader’.

Reporting to the Director of Customer Experience, you are responsible for the management and operation of the Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows Libraries. As a Library Manager, you will have a unique opportunity to be an inspirational leader and role model, a visionary, a change agent, a warm and engaging relationship builder, goal driven and results orientated person who will be faced with challenges and opportunities to help take FVRL to new heights.

You will lead, coach and manage a staff team in ensuring FVRLs’ success. You will work with the Customer Experience Group, FVRL Management Group and staff to enhance FVRLs’ services and programs to better meet the needs of our customers. You will also liaise with the municipalities.

WHAT WE OFFER

In addition to excellent salary, benefits and pension coverage,we offer a fun and supportive work setting where creativity and innovation are the norm. FVRL features enhanced computer technology, a variety of positions, exciting projects and barrier free access.

Pay range for this role is min $103,488.43 - max $125,165.71

HERE’S WHAT YOU CAN BRING

• Commitment to building collaborative relationships with the community
• Proven commitment to providing exceptional customer service
• Inspirational leadership skills in working with diverse teams
• Strong change management skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to influence others while delivering results
• A good understanding and vision of the role of public libraries
• Demonstrated experience working within a unionized environment
• Strategic thinker
• Solid understanding of budgeting
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Creative ideas

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s Degree in Library Sciences or equivalent library degree (from an ALA accredited library science program).
• Post secondary courses in management studies within the past five years.
• Minimum 5 years of recent relevant experience including extensive management experience.
• Extensive knowledge of public library resources and services.
• Proven track record in leading teams committed to providing quality library services.

Candidates will be required to give a 15-minute presentation on an assigned topic.

OTHER THINGS TO KNOW

• This full time position becomes available in February
• Valid B. C. Driver’s license (minimum level ‘N’) is required. This position is required to attend offsite meetings and will require you to have a vehicle.

Fraser Valley Regional Library is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace and recognizes that a working environment that encourages input from all perspectives can only enhance our services to the public. We invite candidates who bring a diversity of thought, skills, and experiences to apply and thank you in advance for your interest and contributions.

This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally eligible to work in Canada. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal record check.

We are excited that you have considered us as a place to work and thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.