Edmonton Public Library Board Member

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada City of Edmonton Full time

**Description**

**2 Vacancies - 2025-2027 Term**

**Mandate**

The Edmonton Public Library Board (EPLB) provides governance for Edmonton’s best used and most loved service. An award-winning library system, EPL continues to push the boundaries for modern library services. EPL connects Edmontonians to a lifetime of learning, engagement and possibility ensuring everyone has access to the services and resources they need to thrive.

**Standing Committees**
- Finance and Audit
- Governance and Nomination
- Human Resource and CEO Performance Management

**Current Board Activities**
- Board responsibilities include:

- approving and developing library governance policies;
- approving operating and capital budgets; and
- contributing to the strategic plan for innovative, effective and efficient library service delivery.
- Advocacy work to ensure resources are available to fulfill the mission and vision of EPL.
- Participating in monthly board meetings and on one standing committee.
- Attending library community events.

**Honoraria**
- EPL Board Members receive $40 per Board and Committee meeting
- The Board Chair and the Committee Chair receive $60 for chairing meetings

**Appointment Term**
- EPL Board Members are appointed for two-year terms, from May 1 to April 30, renewable to a maximum of six consecutive years.
- Civic agency members are evaluated on an annual basis as per EPL Trustee Evaluation processes and as per Procedure C575E, Agencies, Boards, Committees and Commissions**.**

**To Apply**

**Application Process Timeline**

The Community and Public Services Committee serves as the Selection Committee for EPLB members. It is anticipated that selection processes will take place on the following dates:

- January 12, 2025 - Posting closes
- March 11, 2025 - Applicant Shortlisting
- April 14, 2025 - Applicant Interviews
- April 22, 2025 - Appointments made by City Council

***

**Eligibility**

Employees of the Edmonton Public Library (EPL) and family members of employees are not eligible to serve on the Board.

**Qualifications**
- Belief in the fundamental value of public libraries and commitment to Edmonton Public Library’s vision and mission.
- A commitment to upholding the Canadian Federation of Library Associations’ position statements and EPL policies on Intellectual Freedom and Diversity and Inclusion.
- Strong experience with, and knowledge of, board governance along with experience and knowledge in one or more areas: policy development, human resources, financial competency, risk management, legal, advocacy, fund development, public relations and communications, information technology and community leadership.
- An understanding of the Board’s responsibility as a public trust, ensuring that the library’s strategic direction meets the needs of current and future customers.

**Time Commitment**
- The ability to commit approximately **10 hours per month** for the following:

- The Board generally meets approximately eight or nine times a year at 5 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month (Board meetings are not held during the months of April, July, August and October).
- The Standing Committees normally meet monthly, except for July and August.
- Library related events, for example library openings, author or speaker events.
- Members must have appropriate technology to participate in any virtual meetings.

**Expectations**
- To become aware of and be fully informed on library matters, issues and legislation.
- To advocate for library needs while also educating the community on library services and initiatives.
- To accept responsibility for library governance.
- To develop, approve, monitor, review and evaluate strategic direction and policy in collaboration with the Executive Team.
- To review and approve both operational and capital budgets as prepared by the Executive Team.
- To develop skills through attendance at workshops, conferences and training sessions.
- To monitor Board and Trustee effectiveness.
- To actively participate in Board and Committee meetings:

- To review materials and prepare for meetings, participate in discussions and decision-making, and honour decisions of the Board.
- To abide by the EPL Code of Conduct Policy B-2004.
- To preserve and maintain confidentiality.
- To foster positive relations among Board members, staff and community.

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