EPL Branch Manager - Idylwylde Branch

Are you an experienced leader who can effectively manage staff and engage with customers? Do you have knowledge and  interest in public libraries and community services? If so, consider joining the Edmonton Public Library! 

The ideal candidate is an experienced manager with exceptional leadership skills. You motivate and inspire staff, provide top-notch customer service, lead projects, and build community connections. Diplomatic and collaborative, you foster respect and accountability. Your coaching and mentoring skills help your team develop and excel. You thrive on change and those around you are swept up by your enthusiasm!

In this role, you will use your superb communication and organizational skills, to manage the Idylwylde Branch, including budget, staffing, facility, collections, and services to best meet community needs. As the manager, you are accountable for 20 full-time and part-time positions. Familiar with library service trends and technologies, you foster a learning environment and develop staff to deliver exceptional customer experiences. 

You are committed to upholding the Canadian Federation of Library Associations position statements on Intellectual Freedom and Diversity and Inclusion. Working as a member of a system-wide team environment, you will make a real difference in people's lives every day.

Qualifications

• Master of Library and Information Science degree from an ALA accredited library school and a minimum of two years professional library experience and three years supervisory or directly related experience. Note: Equivalencies will be considered for those with a relevant undergraduate degree, at least seven years of related management experience, and a commitment to complete a Master of Library Information Studies degree (within five years).
• Satisfactory background screening is required for this position, which includes a Criminal Record Check/Police Information Check.

About the Branch:
Please click HERE to view information about the branch.

Who we are:
The secret ingredient for making EPL a magical place is no secret at all; in fact, it's very simple: We share. We share stories, ideas, and experiences. We share with our customers, our communities, and ourselves. We are Edmonton's largest lender of all manner of information and entertainment.

Salary:
$106,307 - $132,883 per annum

Classification Title: Manager 2
Posting Date: Apr 15, 2025
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-time
Union: Management
Department: Edmonton Public Library
Work Location(s): Idylwylde Branch, 8310 - 88 Avenue Edmonton T6C 1L1