JOB POSTING
Term Full-time Librarian 1
Children’s Services
(Up to August 17, 2012)

Halifax Public Libraries invites INTERNAL and EXTERNAL applications for a term full-time Children’s Services Librarian 1 position. This position is located at the Woodlawn Public Library, 31 Eisener Boulevard, Dartmouth, N.S. B2W 0J1. The position will end on the above date unless the incumbent returns earlier.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Youth Services Librarian 2, this position carries out professional duties associated with information and readers’ advisory services, collection development and programming to ensure the highest quality services delivery.

Major Responsibilities

• Plans and delivers Branch services and programming for preschool and school age children.
• Participates in regional youth services collection development.
• Assists Youth Services Librarian 2 in developing branch youth service priorities.
• Participates in developing and implementing regional children’s programming.
• Participates in Regional Committees as appropriate.
• Operates within designated budgets.
• Assists with development and implementation of branch marketing plans (eg. writes Guide copy, speaks to groups)
• Liaises with schools and community groups
• Regularly assigned as person-in-charge of the branch in absence of more senior staff
• Develops and supports community partnerships with preschoolers and children, youth serving organizations, and individuals as appropriate
• Recognizes and supports the needs of users from a variety of cultural, economic, social and educational backgrounds

Application Requirements

• MLIS degree from an accredited library school
• Relevant youth services library courses an asset
• Ability to provide French language services and programs to children an asset.

(Please state whether the application requirements is met in your resume and/or cover letter.)

Competencies:

• Problem Solving and Decision Making – Recognizes patterns, uses analytical skills to draw logical conclusions, and makes recommendations for action. Uses a successful and appropriate approach to issues and solving problems. Uses sound judgment in making decisions, despite obstacles or resistance. Recognizes when to seek guidance.
• Communication Skills – Listens effectively, transmits information accurately and clearly, in both written and verbal form. Solicits and provides feedback.
• Creativity / Innovation – Looks for appropriate opportunities to generate and to apply new and evolving ideas, methods, designs, and technologies. Shows initiative, energy, and enthusiasm.
• Knowledge of Work – Pursues and demonstrates expertise. Acquires broad, in-depth, and up-to-date knowledge of the trends and developments in relevant fields.
• Technological Competence – Pursues and demonstrates expertise in technology and can apply it as required. Understands the critical and evolving role of technology.
• Adaptability – Responds effectively to changes in direction and priorities (both long-term and short-term), and accepts new challenges and responsibilities.
• Interpersonal / Group Skills – Builds strong work relationships; is sensitive to how individuals and organizational units function and interact. Respects the dignity and ability of co-workers. Works co-operatively with colleagues both inside and outside formal organizational units. Participates in and contributes to group efforts, supports consensus building efforts. Works effectively with external partners.
• Leadership – Ensures achievement of strategic objectives. Establishes and demonstrates high performance standards. Earns trust and respect. Respects and trusts others. Shows integrity. Motivates by coaching, empowering and recognizing the work of others.
• Organizational Understanding and Global Thinking – Shows a commitment to the HRL mission. Demonstrates an understanding of the organization, its services and the materials it provides. Understands and accepts his/her role in accomplishing branch or department priorities and the HRL Strategic Plan.
• Accountability / Dependability – Accepts responsibility for actions and results. Accomplishes goals, completes tasks and meets deadlines, or gives reasonable notice and explanation. Is productive, while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Planning and Organizational Skills – Identifies and analyzes data. Sets appropriate priorities and objectives, devises effective methods and allocates resources accordingly. Anticipates internal and external changes, trends and influences.
• Resource Management – Manages resources, including his or her own time, in a manner consistent with organizational and departmental objectives. Demonstrates a consistent focus on delivering services in a cost effective manner.
• Service Attitude – Understands and meets the needs of customers. Addresses their interests and concerns. Is friendly, polite and approachable.
• Respect for Diversity – Respects the diverse opinions and beliefs of library customers and coworkers. Appreciates the need to respond to, and reflect, the various communities we serve. Implements the appropriate measures to respond to, and reflect, the communities served.

This is a unionized position. Preference will be given to internal NSUPE Local 14 employees.

Hours of Work: 70 hours biweekly
Term position up to August 17, 2012

While subject to change in accordance with the collective agreement, the normal hours of work will be:

Week 1: Tuesday 9 am – 5 pm Wednesday 9 am – 5 pm Thursday 1 pm – 9 pm Friday 9 am – 5 pm Saturday 9 am – 5 pm

Week 2, 3, & 4: Monday 9 am – 5 pm Tuesday 9 am – 5 pm Wednesday 9 am – 5 pm Thursday 1 pm – 9 pm Friday 9 am – 5 pm

Salary: Annual salary: $42,385.45 – $48,639.03 (5 steps)
Hourly: $23.20 – $26.62

Applications must be received in the Human Resources Office no later than:
Thursday, July 7, 2011 – 4pm

Cover letters (quoting competition #) and resumes should be faxed to:
Ms. Lee Outerbridge, Manager, Human Resources
Halifax Public Libraries, 60 Alderney Drive,
Dartmouth, N.S. B2Y 4P8 FAX: 490-5850
Email: careers@halifaxpubliclibraries.ca

Note: No external candidate will be hired until an application form has been signed. All appointments will be conditional on an acceptable criminal records check report. More information and the required forms will be provided at an interview and are available at all Halifax Public Libraries branches, including our e-branch (www.halifaxpubliclibraries.ca).

Halifax Public Libraries hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply.

We thank you for your interest in employment with Halifax Public Libraries, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please quote: Competition #HRL-11-39

June 27, 2011