Competition # HRL- 09-98

Full-time LIBRARIAN 2
Youth Services

Halifax Public Libraries invites INTERNAL and EXTERNALapplications for a full-time Youth Services Librarian 2 position.  This position is located at the Woodlawn Public Library, 31 Eisener Boulevard, Dartmouth, N.S. B2W 0J1.

Major Responsibilities:

Application Requirements:

• MLIS degree from an accredited library school

Plus

• 1 year library experience including supervisory experience

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

Competencies

• Problem Solving and Decision Making- Solution-oriented problem-solving ability required.
• Communication Skills- Ability to effectively communicate with users of all ages, co-workers, media and community groups required.
• Creativity / Innovation- Must show initiative, energy and enthusiasm towards service to youth and adults.
• Knowledge of Work- Pursues excellence by acquiring broad, in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of library service issues and trends.  Must be able to deliver quality youth programming.
• Technological Competence- Knowledge of current technology and information resources required.
• Adaptability- Must be able to work in an environment of changing priorities.
• Interpersonal/Group Skills- Must have ability to work with all library users, community groups and organizations.
• Leadership- Sets and models high performance standards.  Must have the ability to motivate        staff through various supervisory techniques and lead others through change.
• Organizational Understanding and Global Thinking- Must have an understanding of the purpose of library services.
• Accountability/Dependability- Accepts responsibility for actions and results.
• Planning and Organizational Skills- Must have demonstrated ability to effectively plan and organize work.
• Resource Management- Ability to manage resources consistent with organizational and department objectives.
• Service Attitude- Must have an understanding of what is required to provide the highest quality service.
• Respect for Diversity- Respects the diverse opinions and beliefs of library users and co-workers.  Appreciates the need to serve and reflect the various communities within the catchment area of the Woodlawn Public Library.

This is a unionized position

Hours of Work:         While subject to change in accordance with the collective agreement, the normal hours of work will be:  70 hours biweekly- includes daytime, evenings and weekends (Schedule of hours to be determined at a later date)

Salary:                       Annual salary: $44,884.63 - $51,507.17 (5 steps)

                                 Hourly: $24.57 - $28.19    

Applications must be received in the Human Resources Office no later than:
Thursday, November 19, 2009 - 4 pm

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).

HalifaxPublic 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-09-98                                                                    November 9, 2009