Librarian, Program Development, Demonstration Kitchen Portfolio

Requisition ID: 20033

Department: Ottawa Public Library

Service: Client Services

Branch: Program Development

Employment Type: 1 Permanent Full Time Position

Work Hours: 35 hours per week

Affiliation: CUPE 503 Library - Public Service Job

Salary Information: $74 549,02 - $88 968,88 annually (2025 rates of pay)

Location: 100 Tallwood Drive

City: Ottawa, ON

Job Category: Ottawa Public Library

Application Close: 09/12/2025

JOB SUMMARY

Ottawa Public Library (OPL) provides accessible, innovative library and information services throughout the city of Ottawa, that meet the unique needs of diverse communities, delivered through facility, mobile, and virtual channels.

You are responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing in-person, hybrid and/or virtual programs, special events, workshops, series, and other activities for clients on behalf of Ottawa Public Library. This work is related to one of Program Development's three areas of focus: system-wide programming, special events, or in-residence programs. You develop strong relationships with Ottawa's communities to deliver engaging activities and events; promote library services in the community; and collaborate with OPL staff for projects. Also, you oversee financial resources related to assigned activities, within an approved budget envelope.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Master's degree in library and/or information sciences from an accredited library school.

6 months of related experience working with community partners and supporting the planning, coordination, and implementation of public programming.

KNOWLEDGE

• Comprehensive understanding of OPL's mission, vision, values, governance structures, and familiarity with corporate policies and procedures of both OPL and City of Ottawa.
• Library program evaluation principles and practices
• Project management principles and practices
• Community Engagement practices
• Contract management practices and principles
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Project management: planning, organization, delegation, negotiation, and budget management
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Facilitation skills
• Self-starter, resourceful, capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Team leader and player, capable of working in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Creative and innovative approach to issues and problem resolution
• Commitment to Indigenous reconciliation, equity, inclusion and diversity
• Awareness and understanding of the impacts of colonization, appropriation, historical injustices faced by Indigenous communities, ongoing work related to the repatriation of Indigenous cultural belongings
• Strong service orientation
• Flexible approach to work assignments, proven ability to manage changing priorities and stress effectively
• Responsible, efficient and professional in carrying out duties and responsibilities
• Effective time management skills, able to work under tight deadlines
• Consistency, fairness, tact, empathy, and respect in interactions with others
• May be required to lift programming equipment and other items, up to 25lbs

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: Designated Day 1 Ready – immediate requirement for language proficiency: French: oral, reading, writing English: oral, reading, writing Candidates must meet language requirement for position upon hire.
• Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the Ottawa Public Library's satisfaction.; Note: Under the age of 18, requires a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters (Level 2) check in place of the Vulnerable Sector Check.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.
• Additional vacancies may occur during the competition process.
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Ottawa Public Library promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.

Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The Ottawa Public Library provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at extension 12211 or via email at esc-