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Manager, Library Services

​COMPETITION NUMBER: 1660
CLOSING DATE: April 8, 2026 @11:59 PM MDT

 

Academic Quality & Innovation

The Manager, Library Services provides strategic, operational, and people leadership for NorQuest College Library Services, ensuring high-quality, innovative, and accessible library operations that advance student success, strengthen the campus learning environment, and support institutional priorities. This role champions a culture of exceptional service and leads the ongoing evolution of library services through effective change leadership, collaboration, and evidence-informed decision making.

Reporting to the Dean, Academic Quality and Innovation, the Manager is responsible for the full scope of library operations, with particular accountability for financial stewardship, resource allocation, and operational planning. The role oversees budgeting and expenditure management to ensure efficient, responsible use of institutional resources and long-term sustainability of library services. The Manager provides leadership to a diverse team of AUPE and NCFA employees, fostering a positive, service-oriented workplace focused on learner needs and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include managing physical and digital collections; overseeing library systems, digital platforms, and technology-enabled services; optimizing space within the Learner Centre; and ensuring consistent, high-quality, patron-focused service across all campus locations. The Manager plays a critical role in shaping operational priorities, enhancing service models, and supporting staff through organizational change

 

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Lead the development and delivery of library services that enhance the student experience and support faculty needs
• Build and sustain strong partnerships with academic departments, student services, and external organizations
• Drive continuous improvement through learner-centered innovation, data-informed decisions, and service enhancements
• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management to a diverse library team; oversee recruitment, onboarding, and scheduling
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and psychologically safe workplace culture focused on high engagement and service excellence
• Oversee daily library operations across physical and digital spaces, ensuring accessible, high-quality, and consistent user experiences
• Manage library systems, collections, vendors, and budgets to ensure effective, compliant, and cost-efficient service delivery
• Align library services with institutional strategy, curriculum needs, and key initiatives such as information literacy, digital literacy, and research support 

 

 

WHAT YOU BRING

  • MLIS or MLS degree from an ALA-accredited institution
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a post-secondary library leadership role, with additional leadership and management experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of information and digital literacy instruction, library technologies, and the role of technology in education delivery
  • Proven experience in budget management, workforce planning, and multi-year forecasting
  • Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, with the ability to build relationships, foster engagement, and communicate effectively
  • Exceptional organizational, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to supporting diverse student populations and collaborating in team environments 

 

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?

As a difference maker you bring experience in:

• Relationship-building, professionalism, and strong written and verbal communication
• Leadership, coaching, team-building, and people management, including conflict resolution
• Library operations, digital systems, and resource management within an academic environment
• Digital literacy and a broad understanding of information technologies and platforms
• Recruitment practices and employability skills within academic libraries
• Equity, diversity, inclusion, Indigenization, and anti-racism in service delivery and workplace culture
• Organizational, administrative, and project management, including policy interpretation and compliance
• Excellence in service and cross-departmental collaboration

 

SALARY:  $92,399 - $115,531 reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a full-time, permanent position with immediate access to our great pension and benefit programs.  

 

 

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

 

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

 

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

 

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.

 

Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

 

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.

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