Library Manager (PB2)

Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour
LIBRARY MANAGER
(Pay Band 2)
1-Year Opportunity (with possibility of renewal)
CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
Perth-Andover

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WHO WE ARE:
The Perth-Andover Library is one of 63 public libraries that make up the New Brunswick Public Library Service. The library aims to be a place where people of all ages and backgrounds can gather while they pursue their educational, social, and recreational needs.

THE POSITION:
As the Library Manager, you will be responsible for the provision of quality library service to the community and surrounding area. You are responsible for managing the library in accordance with provincial guidelines; ensuring that regional and provincial initiatives are implemented at the library; and developing local policies, procedures, and strategic and operational plans within regional and provincial mandates.

You will be responsible for recruitment, training, supervision, scheduling hours of work and evaluation of staff; providing loan service through an automated circulation system; providing advanced level reference service through traditional and electronic resources; assisting patrons in the use of information technology and library services; providing reader's advisory service; planning and implementing library programs for children and adults; performing community analysis; engaging in public, community and media relations; participating in the selection and maintenance of library collections; serving as secretary to the library board; managing the library board budget provided by the municipality; working in conjunction with the board and the town to maintain the library facility; maintaining positive relations with the community as well as the staff of the library region and developing partnerships. You will also be responsible for the maintenance of collections (shelving of materials and shelf reading) and assuming other duties as assigned.

Working with the public requires being people-focused, compassionate, and able to problem-solve in challenging situations.

Working with us will require daytime, evening, and weekend shifts (based on work schedules). Some travel may also be required. Library work will involve lifting. You will report to the Assistant Regional Director.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
We are looking for people with diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

• Behavioural Competencies: Client Service Orientation; Concern for Order; Effective Interactive Communication; Relationship / Network Building; Team Leadership
• Technical Competencies: Written Communication
• Language: Written and spoken competence in English and French is required.
• Education: Bachelor's degree and at least one (1) year of relevant experience that includes supervision and working with the public OR a Master of Library and/or Information Science degree OR a Bachelor of Information Management degree.

Experience using email, the Internet and MS-Word is necessary.

Prior to appointment, you will be required to obtain a criminal record check for work with the vulnerable sector.

Please ensure that your preferred language for assessment (English or French) is identified on your resume. You must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.

Resumes should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

SALARY:
$48,750 to $68,068 annually.

HOW TO APPLY:
If you are eligible to work in Canada, apply online at eRecruitment by 19 February 2026, indicating competition number: 25-CALL-006. This expression of interest may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Post-Secondary Education,Training and Labour
Human Resource Services
500 Beaverbrook Court, Suite 100
PO Box 6000
Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
Telephone: 506-453-8231
[email protected]

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We promote a scent-reduced environment.

As per the?Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

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