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Library Coordinator

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Job Summary

The City of Ottawa is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Library Coordinator to join our team. As a key member of our library operations, you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, managing library collections, and supervising staff.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide readers advisory and reference services to library patrons, including answering queries, advising on material selection, and assisting with catalogue and database searches.
  • Develop and implement programming and user education activities to meet the needs of diverse communities.
  • Conduct tours and group visits, and make recommendations for collection development and maintenance.
  • Supervise staff, including assigning work, evaluating performance, and developing work plans.
Requirements
  • Master's Degree in Library and/or Information Science from an accredited library school.
  • Minimum of four (4) years of progressively increased responsibilities in public service and staff supervision.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse communities and staff.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Knowledge of library policies and procedures, as well as applicable occupational health and safety legislation.
Competencies, Skills and Abilities
  • Lead by example, demonstrating integrity, creativity, and enthusiasm in achieving results directly and through staff work teams.
  • Exercise effective judgement and independent decision-making capabilities.
  • Deliver library programs to a range of users, including early childhood, school age, and adults.
  • Evaluate existing methods and procedures, analyze alternatives, and develop and implement effective solutions or changes.
  • Develop work plans, assign work, evaluate performance, and supervise staff.
Language Requirement

The successful candidate will be required to have English oral, reading, and writing proficiency. French language proficiency is also required for one of the positions.

Additional Requirements
  • Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the Ottawa Public Library's satisfaction.
  • Additional vacancies may occur during the competition process.