Community Librarian

Under the general direction of the Director of Library Services, the **Community Librarian** plans, coordinates and evaluates public services and programs, partner relationships and outreach activities that support the SDG Library's mission and goals.

**Main duties include but are not limited to**:

- Be responsible for the development, delivery and evaluation of programs, outreach and partnership opportunities with organizations, groups, agencies, businesses and other stakeholders to increase the use of library resources and services in response to the current and future needs of the community.
- Build relationships with individuals, community organizations and businesses to deepen their understanding of the value of libraries, and to strengthen the Library’s understanding of community needs.
- Assess library service and program needs via formal and informal market research methods.
- Research best practices for outreach and community work in public libraries. Identify community needs, trends and demographics, and develop a community engagement strategy.
- Coordinate the Library’s engagement activities at community events and manage community-based initiatives to ensure that they meet community needs.
- Facilitate effective communications amongst staff and with partners to respond to the community’s evolving needs. Work to ensure consistent messaging about the Library system and its services across all communication platforms. Actively develop and maintain resources to support community outreach and partnership development.
- Seek opportunities to promote the Library through presentations to community organizations and service groups. Be the Library’s main liaison with its Friends of the Library groups.
- Develop and implement the Library’s Volunteer and Fundraising strategies and invigorate the library’s relationships with various community groups.
- Assist in the development and evaluation of the Library's long-range planning process, providing information to drive annual planning to achieve Library's goals and objectives. Prepare reports and other information as needed.
- Support the Information Services Coordinator in providing web content and implementing new virtual services. Assist the Director of Library Services in strategic activities that are intended to communicate the Library’s mission and goals.
- Remain current on library legislation and current public library trends. Research and develop potential new products and their positive impact on the Library and the community in anticipation of patron needs.
- Assist with the recruitment, supervising, training and evaluating of staff. Evaluate and recommend staffing assignments.
- Responsible for collection development activities in designated areas.
- Participate in programs, attend workshops and courses which foster professional and/or community development skills where applicable and approved.
- Perform other duties as assigned, which may include acting as the “in-charge person” as required.

**Work Relationships**:
Report to the Director of Library Services. Supervise the District Supervisors, and summer students regarding program/service delivery. Interact professionally with the public when presenting or coordinating workshops. Contact local educators, organizations and other Library systems for information and partnerships. Represent the SDG Library on selected internal or external committees and/or functions.

**Qualifications**:

- Possession of a Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited university, with at least two years’ relevant experience or a combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of community programs, outreach and partnership development principles, and experience with marketing and communication trends and technologies.
- Superior problem solving, team-building and organizational skills. Strong written and oral communication skills to work effectively with staff and the public. Well-developed organizational, analytical and project management skills, including the ability to thoroughly review policies and procedures and to recommend changes as appropriate. Ability to work independently and with mínimal supervision. Ability to represent the library and the County effectively in the community.
- Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.
- Possession of a valid driver’s licence.
- Ability to provide a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Check.

**Core Competencies**:

- Dealing with Ambiguity
- Innovation Management
- Delegation
- Confronting Direct Reports
- Written Communication
- Motivating Others
- Peer Relationships

**2024 Salary Range**:$73,739 to $86,264 (35 hours per week) with full benefit package and pension

**Location**:SDG Counties Administration - 26 Pitt Street, Cornwall, Ontario

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $73,739.00-$86,264.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Denta