EPL Branch Manager - Idylwylde Branch

City Of Edmonton; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate leader to manage the Idylwylde Branch of a prominent public library. This role involves inspiring a dedicated team, overseeing operations, and ensuring top-quality service to the community. With a commitment to intellectual freedom and diversity, you'll lead initiatives that make a real difference in people's lives. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and have a strong background in library services, this opportunity offers a chance to shape the future of community engagement and learning. Join a team that believes in the power of sharing stories and experiences to enrich lives every day.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library Science and 2+ years of professional experience required.
• Strong leadership and customer service skills essential for managing library staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage Idylwylde Branch, overseeing budget, staffing, and services.
• Foster community connections and develop staff for exceptional customer experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Coaching and Mentoring

Education

Master of Library and Information Science

Relevant Undergraduate Degree

Job description

Are you an experienced leader who can effectively manage staff and engage with customers? Do you have knowledge and interest in public libraries and community services? If so, consider joining the Edmonton Public Library!

The ideal candidate is an experienced manager with exceptional leadership skills. You motivate and inspire staff, provide top-notch customer service, lead projects, and build community connections. Diplomatic and collaborative, you foster respect and accountability. Your coaching and mentoring skills help your team develop and excel. You thrive on change and those around you are swept up by your enthusiasm!

In this role, you will use your superb communication and organizational skills to manage the Idylwylde Branch, including budget, staffing, facility, collections, and services to best meet community needs. As the manager, you are accountable for 20 full-time and part-time positions. Familiar with library service trends and technologies, you foster a learning environment and develop staff to deliver exceptional customer experiences.

You are committed to upholding the Canadian Federation of Library Associations position statements on Intellectual Freedom and Diversity and Inclusion. Working as a member of a system-wide team environment, you will make a real difference in people's lives every day.

Qualifications

• Master of Library and Information Science degree from an ALA accredited library school and a minimum of two years professional library experience and three years supervisory or directly related experience.
  Note: Equivalencies will be considered for those with a relevant undergraduate degree, at least seven years of related management experience, and a commitment to complete a Master of Library Information Studies degree (within five years).
• Satisfactory background screening is required for this position, which includes a Criminal Record Check/Police Information Check.

About the Branch:
Please click HERE to view information about the branch.

Who we are:
The secret ingredient for making EPL a magical place is no secret at all; in fact, it's very simple: We share. We share stories, ideas, and experiences. We share with our customers, our communities, and ourselves. We are Edmonton's largest lender of all manner of information and entertainment.

Salary:
$106,307 - $132,883 per annum

Classification Title: Manager 2
Posting Date: Apr 15, 2025
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-time
Union: Management
Department: Edmonton Public Library
Work Location(s): Idylwylde Branch, 8310 - 88 Avenue Edmonton T6C 1L1