Corporate Librarian (Metro Vancouver)

• Posted on June 18, 2024
• by Suzanne McBeath
• in Job Postings
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Corporate Librarian

Position Information

Department: Board & Information Services
Employee Group: Teamsters Local 31
Location: 4515 Central Boulevard, Burnaby
Salary Range/ Wage Rate: PG T27 $3,486.53 – $4,119.45 bi-weekly

Our Board & Information Services Department is seeking a Corporate Librarian who will plan, develop, operate and raise awareness of Metro Vancouver’s library services program.

You are:

• Passionate about applying your knowledge of current issues, trends and opportunities to provide innovative library services and spaces for Metro Vancouver;
• A people-oriented person who enjoys facilitating research enquiries with different client groups and to develop and maintain effective working relationships;
• Interested in transforming the delivery of library services and improving policies, standards and processes relating to library acquisition, cataloguing, copyright and preservation of library resources;
• Able to work independently and in a collaborative work environment involving partners with different requirements and perspectives.

This role:

• Plans and coordinates the provision of library services; identifies, selects, acquires and manages information resources to meet the requirements of client departments; prepares draft library policies and/or participates in the development of organizational policies related to issues such as copyright, retention, archiving, preservation and maintenance of internally produced documents.
• Administers the selection and procurement of electronic information products; negotiates vendor contracts including terms of usage and ongoing product development; issues contracts within assigned budget; ensures contract compliance; troubleshoots subscription and access problems; recommends and administers subscription renewal.
• Provides reference, research services and information in response to a variety of requests from departmental staff, municipalities, the business community and the general public.
• Oversees the cataloguing of material acquired in accordance with approved library methods and indexing; establishes and maintains archival collections of photos and other materials.
• Prepares and administers the library budget, supervises monthly record of expenditures; distributes funds for new acquisitions and manages approved departmental allocations on request.
• Encourages and promotes the use of library services and materials; interviews clients to identify and assess their information needs; locates and evaluates potential information sources; directs information to clients; provides advice and training to staff in online searching of library resources.
• Maintains, troubleshoots and participates in upgrading and replacement of the automated library system; oversees customization of same.
• Plans, assigns and supervises the work of one or more para-professional subordinates; participates in recruitment of and trains staff; oversees the work and training of professional librarians on a contract basis.
• Performs related work as required.

To be successful, you have:

• University graduation plus a degree in librarianship from an accredited library school with considerable experience at the full professional level, including some supervisory experience.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of library science, its application to a specialized library and of the objectives, services and resources of the library.
• Considerable knowledge of the methods, techniques, equipment and practices in providing electronic resource services.
• Considerable knowledge of research practices, procedures, methods and techniques.
• Sound knowledge of the Metro Vancouver organization, functions and information requirements.
• Ability to assess client needs and to plan, promote and implement services and policies in accordance with these and with the library’s objectives.
• Ability to evaluate, negotiate and coordinate the procurement of library resources.
• Ability to perform research and analytical tasks.
• Ability to prepare reports and budgetary estimates and to plan for future needs of library services.
• Ability to deal with requests quickly and effectively and to communicate information and availability of library services to Metro Vancouver and municipal staff and to the public.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external contacts.
• Ability to assign, review and supervise the work of others.

Our Vision

Metro Vancouver embraces collaboration and innovation in providing sustainable regional services that contribute to a livable and resilient region and a healthy natural environment for current and future generations.

At Metro Vancouver, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, safe, equitable, and inclusive work environment for all. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is reflective of the region we serve. If an accommodation is required during the recruitment and selection process, please contact careers@metrovancouver.org for support.  Learn more about our commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion here.

Apply for this position here: https://careers.metrovancouver.org/psc/CAREERS/EMPLOYEE/MVEXT/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=1&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=24267&PostingSeq=1