Branch Head

Job Title

Branch Head - Kamloops Library

Job Type

Full-time

Union

BCGEU

35

Location

Kamloops, BC V2C 2A9 CA (Primary)

Job Description

About the Thompson-Nicola Regional District

Encompassing an unparalleled geographic region in the heart of British Columbia, the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) offers the best of both worlds. Urban life within vibrant communities and outlying rural regions that showcase the region's beauty: pristine but rugged mountains, rolling grasslands, lush evergreen forests and both historic and modern areas, all within approximately 45,000 square kilometres. Headquartered in the heart of Kamloops, the TNRD provides a wide range of local government services to a population of 144,000 located within its 11 diverse municipalities and 10 electoral areas.

Kamloops is situated on the traditional and unceded lands of the Tk'emlups te Secwepemc within Secwepemc'ulucw territory at the confluence of the mighty North and South Thompson rivers. A mecca for sports and outdoor enthusiasts, Canada's Tournament Capital City is located 350 kms from Vancouver and a short 45 minute drive from the resort Village of Sun Peaks known for its world class ski runs, hiking rails and bike park. Minutes away from pristine lakes and wildlife, it's not unusual to encounter cougars and bears in this supernatural BC territory. Let your imagination run wild

About our Library System

The Thompson-Nicola Regional Library (TNRL), the biggest Regional District department, delivers services through 13 locations – urban and rural, a Mobile Library, and Library Home Service. Patron-centric, the TNRL goes the distance in providing service for a lifetime of personal growth, learning and enjoyment through programming, resources and space designed for people of all ages and abilities.

The Kamloops Library is located in the bustling TNRD Civic Building which also houses the Kamloops Art Gallery and a busy café. This 15,000 sq. ft. branch is a hub for community, literacy and arts programs.

The Role

The TNRL is recruiting a Branch Head for the Kamloops Library who is keen to work in a vibrant and busy public library. The Branch Head is responsible for the effective delivery of services including modelling superior customer service, leading a library team, and ensuring a top-notch patron experience by taking ownership of the facility, its collections and programs. As one of your many attributes, you're a community builder, an effective communicator, a champion of intellectual freedom and will help foster strong relationships and partnerships across the regional district.

You will find yourself spending more time on the floor engaging with the community and supporting your team than working in your office. Interactions will constantly challenge and inspire you as you lead this exciting community hub. You will recruit, develop and mentor library staff. By working closely with your front-line team, you will build on their strengths to ensure that the library is a most welcoming environment. Working collegially with the Library Leadership Team, the Branch Head will participate in system-wide committees and lead project work for the betterment of the TNRL. The Branch Head may also supervise smaller communities libraries.

You have the ability to connect and make everyone feel important. You pride yourself on being kind, inclusive and focused on helping others. Your creativity, ingenuity and problem-solving skills make you a great fit for this exciting opportunity.

This is a full-time position (35 hours/week) on a six-week rotation (weeks 1-4 shifts are Monday to Friday, week 5 shifts are Sunday to Thursday, and week 6 shifts are Tuesday to Saturday) with the following schedule:

Sundays: 8:30am - 4:00pm

Mondays: 9:30am - 5:00pm

Tuesdays: 9:30am - 5:00pm

Wednesdays: 9:30am - 5:00pm

Thursdays: 12:30pm - 8:00pm

Fridays: 9:30am - 5:00pm

Saturdays: 9:30am - 5:00pm

The schedule for this role is subject to change.

Job Requirements

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced library professional who holds a Master's degree in Library and Information Studies from an ALA-accredited program and has proven leadership and supervisory experience - ideally within a unionized environment.

The required knowledge, skills and abilities for success in this role include:

• Community: Good understanding of library management, current practices, and trends in public libraries. A passion for helping others, a belief in the importance of literacy and Intellectual Freedom. Familiarity with the mission of public libraries, including promoting literacy, access to information, and community services.
• Communication and Leadership: Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively connect with staff and the public. Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships, with skill in dealing openly and tactfully in a variety of situations. Ability to lead and inspire staff while enhancing individual and team effectiveness. Demonstrated ability to work in both a team-based environment and independently with minimal supervision.
• Technical: Working knowledge of library service development and implementation. Commitment to lifelong learning and personal/professional development. Strong attention to detail, superior organizational and prioritization ability. Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office, social media and mobile devices.

There is a physical component with this position and the ability to lift 20-25 lbs. is a requirement. This position requires a Criminal Record Check and the completion of a driver's abstract (a valid BC Driver's License is required).

This position falls under the provisions of the Collective Agreement with the BC General Employees' Union, Local 705. This is a Pay Grid 18 position at $ $44.74/hr (2025 rates) in addition to a comprehensive benefits plan, pension plan, and an earned day off program.

Applications must include a cover letter and a resume outlining your qualifications and experience. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and will be accepted until 23:00 PST on the closing date of the competition. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Thank you for considering the Thompson-Nicola Regional District as a place to share your talents

Salary Grade

$ $ BCGEU - Grid Level 18 )

Payment Type

Hourly

Closing Date

2/1/2026