Job Posting: Library Manager
January 8 2025
The Town of Cardston Library Board is seeking a dynamic, creative and innovative library professional to fill the position of Library Manager for the Jim and Mary Kearl Library.
SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE:
- All duties connected to the operation of the circulation desk
- Scheduling and supervising staff
- Preparing payroll information
- Collection, development, and management of library resources
- Facility management
- Balancing cash and preparing bank deposits
- Accounts payable
- Assist with the management of policies and procedures
- Preparation of statistical and government filing requirements
- Preparation of annual budget
- Working with accountants for preparation of financial statements
- Attendance at monthly board meetings
- Grant writing
- Other related tasks as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in library and office administration
- Experience in staff supervision
- Detail-oriented
- Community minded
- Experience in accounts receivable and accounts payable
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, WORD, Excel and Outlook
- Previous library experience would be an asset
The Library Manager will be involved in the day-to-day planning operations of the library. The ability to communicate and work well with the public is essential.
The successful candidate must possess a commitment to the ongoing development of exceptional public library service to meet the diverse needs of patrons residing in Cardston and the surrounding area. Residing in the Cardston area is required. Salary is negotiable, and benefits will be the same as those given employees of the Town of Cardston.
The Board desires to fill the position as soon as possible. This competition will remain open until January 31, 2025. We appreciate all those who take time to apply, but only those short listed for an interview will be contacted. Please email or send resume, three references, and current contact information to:
Donna R. Beazer, Library Manager/Jim and Mary Kearl Library
Box 1560, Cardston, AB T0K 0K0/dbeazer@cardstonlibrary.ca
