Tireless work began in 1961 when members of the community petitioned the RM of DeSalaberry to establish a library. Mr. Rene Prefontaine championed the advantages of establishing a Regional Library in conjunction with the Village de St-Pierre-Jolys. On November 12, 1961 both the Village St-Pierre-Jolys & the RM of DeSalaberry enacted the Establishment By-Laws per the “1954 Public Libraries Act”. The Bibliothèque Régionale Jolys Regional Library (JRL) was the first Bilingual Regional Library established in Manitoba.
About the role:
- This position will suit a candidate who is available Monday-Saturday, daytime, evening, and some weekends required 30-40 hours per week.
- Salary range contingent on knowledge, skills and qualifications/experience $21-$25/hour (negotiable).
Responsibilities:
- Hire, supervise, direct and train library staff.
- Provide efficient and professional support to the Board of Directors, as well as planning and preparing all reports for Board Meetings.
- Prepare annual budget documentation and justification for approval by the Board.
- Negotiate contracts and grant applications on behalf of the library.
- Complete all reports for Public Library Services, as well as the library’s Annual Report.
- Maintain records and statistics, as well as updating library policy manuals.
- Manage social media accounts.
- Complete weekly cash and bank deposits.
- Plan, organize, coordinate and direct the library’s programming.
- Develop, maintain and supervise the library collection.
- Ensure the level of patron service meets the library’s goals, while promoting the library.
Qualifications:
- Bilingual – English/French oral and written required.
- Training or experience in library management is an asset.
- Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
- Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, Word and Excel.
- University/College education is an asset.
- Valid Manitoba class 5 driver’s license required.
- Enjoy working with members of the public and organizations.
- Ability to use various types of software to complete payroll and work through all aspects of accounting including monthly bill paying, bank reconciliation, reviews and reports on periodic expenditures and incomes.
- The successful candidate will be a reliable self-starter who is able to work in a supervisory position, has initiative and takes pride in their work.
How to apply:
Cover letter, resume and references can be emailed to:
Jolys Regional Library Board at stplibrary@jrlibrary.ca before October 21st, 2024
If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to contact us at 204-712-3200 or at cerc@cerc-mb.ca.
