08/02/2026
Village of Empress Library Board
Job Posting
Library Manager
General Description: The Village of Empress Library Board is seeking to hire a Library Manager. The Library Manager is responsible for implementing the library’s Plan of Service through the operations of the library. The Library Manager ensures that the library meets the needs of the Patrons as defined in the Plan of Service.
Position Reports to: Village of Empress Library Board. The Board Chair shall serve as the liaison between the Board and the Library Manager in between Board meetings.
Effective Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Closing Date: August 21 2026
Email your Resume to [email protected]
Responsibilities: The Library Manager has responsibilities in the following areas:
1) The Library Board
• Cultivates a healthy, mutually empowering relationship with the Library Board.
• Attends Board meetings.
• Provides regular reports to the Board on all matters essential to the effective functioning of the Library and the Board.
• Understands the framework for public library service in Alberta.
• Understands, applies, and explains applicable laws, including the Libraries Act and Libraries Regulation.
• Assists Board Chair in identifying assignments to working committees of the Board and developing Board leadership.
• Ensures implementation of the Board’s vision and strategic direction outlined in the Plan of Service.
• Performs ongoing evaluation to help the Board gage the success of the Plan of Service.
• Ensures accurate statistics are kept. Documents library uses in terms of community impact and value.
• Drafts and makes recommendations for consideration by the Board.
• With the Board, develops HR policies which support a healthy work environment and meet applicable standards.
• Participates in Board and committee activities as required.
• Orients new Board members to library operations.
2) General Administration
• Ensures implementation of the Board’s vision and strategic direction as outlined in the Plan of Service.
• Directs policy implementation and administers the organization.
• Develop procedures which guide safe, efficient and effective library operations.
• Manages the day-to-day operations of the Library.
3) Personnel Administration
• Provides effective leadership of staff.
• Plans for and supports staff development.
• Contributes to effective decision-making regarding library services and programs.
• Builds a productive workforce through effective recruitment and selection in accordance with the HR Policy.
• Empowers and supports staff to deliver effective, high quality library service.
• Establishes effective strategies for performance management.
4) Financial Control
• Understands and employs basic budget and finance concepts and terminology.
• Establishes strategic financial management processes, using sound financial judgment in partnership with the Board and the Board Treasurer.
• Oversees the library’s financial tracking in partnership with the Board Treasurer.
• Provides on a monthly basis the day to day financial transactions to the Board.
• Works with the Board Treasurer and Board, in development of the annual budget.
• Initiates, prepares and follows through on grant applications for funding for projects and programs.
5) Relationship Management
• Builds relationships with other key agents in Alberta’s public library sector, including the local library system, Public Library Services Branch, and other associations and entities. And attends relevant meetings.
• Ensures effective and friendly representation of the Library to the community.
• Represents the Library at Library specific community functions.
6) Other Professional Responsibilities
• Keeps up with current developments in library services and programs through attendance at training workshops, seminars and conferences as budget allows.
• Assumes other duties as required and requested by the Board.
7) Fundraising & Community Engagement
• The Library Manager is responsible for promoting the library through creative fundraising initiatives and community events throughout the year. This includes planning, organizing, and coordinating a variety of activities that encourage community participation, increase public awareness of library programs and services, and support the library's financial sustainability.
• The Library Manager will develop new event ideas, build community partnerships, recruit volunteers when appropriate, and foster a welcoming environment that encourages residents of all ages to engage with the library. By offering diverse and innovative events, the Library Manager helps strengthen community connections while generating support for library programs, collections, and future initiatives.
Qualifications:
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
• Experience supervising staff.
• Experience with accounting software.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Experience in implementing Board approved policies and procedures.
• Experience working with Computers, Printers and Computer software (i.e. MS Office).
• Experience working with Social Media Platforms (i.e. Facebook).
• Ability to write and respond to grants is a responsibility of the library manager.
Education/Training:
• Grade 12 Diploma and/or post-secondary education.
• Willing to take CPR and First Aid training.
• Committed to continuing education and skill development in relation to the library
sciences.
• Experience working as a librarian, preferably in a public library, is an asset.
Working Conditions:
• Occasional evening or weekend work.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 22.5 hours/week in support of library hours (work hours expectations to be discussed during the interview)
• Able to work independently and on your own
Other Requirements:
• Valid Alberta Driver’s License
• Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record check
Compensation:
• $20.00/hour.
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift, carry or move library materials weighing 5 - 15 kilograms on a regular basis.
• Ability to reach a range of shelves between 5 cm and 200 cm above floor.
