Librarian

Workhoppers; Laval (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 76,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks annual vacation

16.5 public holidays per year

3 weeks of paid sick days

Comprehensive group insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Work schedule allowing for work-life-b

Job summary

City of Laval invites applications for a permanent Library Data Analyst role in Laval. Under the authority of the manager – development and support, you will collaborate to implement programs and policies for library products and services, coordinate staff, and supervise research and information services.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in library/information science, at least two years' relevant experience, and strong data governance knowledge.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in library science and/or information science.
• Two years of relevant experience in library/information activities.
• Knowledge of data governance principles including quality, harmonization, confidentiality and security.
• Ability to define and monitor measurable management indicators.
• Ability to translate business needs into analytical data models and understand dimensional modeling.
• Knowledge of descriptive and diagnostic statistics.
• Mastery of data analysis and visualization tools including SQL, Power BI, and advanced Excel.
• Knowledge of advanced data analysis techniques (predictive analysis, segmentation) is a plus.
• Knowledge of Python is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assists superior in policy development and program application in their area of activity.
• Participates in cross-divisional meetings to identify issues and find solutions.
• Provides, analyzes, and interprets statistics on document and service usage.
• Writes and submits working documents and reports to the supervisor.
• Exerts technical and professional supervision and explains methods and directives.
• Ensures compliance with current policies and regulations and reports accordingly.
• Coordinates committees to propose and develop library products, services, procedures, and regulations.

Skills

Analytical ability

Collaboration

Initiative/autonomy

Customer orientation

Results orientation

Openness to diversity

Data management

Problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in library science

Master's degree in information science

Tools

SQL

Power BI

Excel (advanced)

Python

Job description

STATUS: Permanent

JOB POSTING NUMBER: 4250

POSTING PERIOD: From August 31 to September 14, 2026

SALARY: Class 5 – from $76,351.73 to $100,432.27 / year

SCHEDULE: 33.75 hours per week, DAY; MONDAY to FRIDAY - 09:00 to 17:00

WORKING MODE: Hybrid

WORK LOCATION: Collection Development CLSDS, 480 ARMAND-FRAPPIER BLVD A/S COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT LAVAL H7V 4B4

The challenges that await you

Under the authority of the manager – development and support, you will be called upon to collaborate in the implementation of programs and policies related to the products and services offered by the library. You will coordinate the work of employees assigned to these activities. Additionally, you will supervise documentary research activities as well as information and inquiry services intended for the relevant staff.

More specifically:

• Assists their superior in the development and application of policies and programs in their area of activity;
• Participates in meetings, discussions, or gatherings with employees from other divisions to identify issues within their area of expertise and find appropriate solutions;
• Provides, analyzes, and interprets various statistics on the use of documents and services offered and submits them to their superior;
• Writes and periodically submits to their immediate superior any relevant working documents and/or reports;
• Exerts technical and professional supervision: gives advice and explains to their colleagues the methods and procedures, the application of certain directives or policies;
• Ensures compliance with current policies and regulations and provides reports to this effect to their superior;
• Coordinates working committees to propose and develop products, services, procedures, and regulations for the library.

The ideal profile for us

• Hold a master's degree in library science and/or information science;
• Have two (2) years of relevant experience in the activities described in the summary;
• Knowledge of data governance principles and practices, particularly regarding quality, harmonization, confidentiality, and security;
• Ability to define and develop measurable management indicators and ensure their monitoring;
• Ability to translate business needs into analytical data models and master the principles of dimensional modeling;
• In-depth knowledge of statistical analysis methods, including descriptive and diagnostic analysis;
• Mastery of languages and tools for data analysis and visualization, including SQL, Power BI, and advanced Excel features;
• Knowledge of advanced data analysis techniques (predictive analysis, segmentation, etc.) is an asset;
• Knowledge of Python is an asset.

Skills

• Analytical ability
• Collaboration
• Initiative/autonomy
• Customer orientation
• Results orientation
• Openness to diversity
• Data management
• Problem-solving

The benefits of being part of your team

Choosing the City of Laval means working for the third largest city in Quebec on diverse and stimulating mandates. It also means having the opportunity to grow within a human, committed team that enjoys working in a pleasant environment.

This staffing process aims to fill a permanent position. The candidate bank thus constituted may also serve to fill other similar positions within the Library Division.

For this position, we offer competitive working conditions and benefits:

• 3 weeks of annual vacation (pro-rated for the months worked in the first year);
• 16.5 public holidays per year including several days off during the holiday season;
• 3 weeks of paid sick days at the beginning of the year;
• Comprehensive group insurance;
• Defined benefit pension plan;
• Work schedule allowing for work-life balance;
• Work location easily accessible with free parking;
• Employee assistance program (EAP);
• Possibility to accumulate overtime;
• Reimbursement of professional membership fees;
• Priority access to a CPE daycare.

Only those who meet the requirements will be contacted.

The City of Laval is committed to promoting an inclusive and equitable work environment as part of its employment equity program. It recognizes and values diversity in all its forms and invites women, visible and ethnic minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities to submit their applications.

If you require special accommodations to participate in the selection process, please let us know as soon as you receive your invitation.