The Western Manitoba Regional Library (WMRL) has a staff of about 30 individuals across its six branches. Positions include Director of Library Services, Manager of Programming & Community Services, Manager of Access Services, Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, Branch Supervisor, Library Clerk and Student Assistant.

When we are looking for individuals to join our staff, vacant positions will be posted here and they may also be advertised in external print and online resources.

We are taking applications for the following positions: 

POSITION:                        BRANCH SUPERVISOR (Neepawa)

JOB CODE:                       Full-Time

DEPARTMENT:                Neepawa Library

REPORTS TO:                  Director of Library Services

SUPERVISES:                  Branch support staff and volunteers

SALARY:                          $21.35/hr to start, with annual COLA increases and opportunities for annual bonuses

Date of last update:       May 2024

JOB SUMMARY: 

• To oversee all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Neepawa Branch of the Western Manitoba Regional Library (WMRL) in accordance with the WMRL’s policies and procedures.
• To work with the Director of Library Services and other members of the WMRL administrative team to maintain and promote library services that best meet the needs of the community, and to adapt services as required to meet changing societal needs.
• To supervise all WMRL support staff employed in the Neepawa Library Branch, including the possibility of remote supervision should staff be required to work from home.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills;
• Strong supervisory and mentoring skills;
• Organized and procedurally-oriented;
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse management team, and to take direction and change priorities in a dynamic, public-facing environment;
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and exercise sound judgement;
• Comfort in dealing with difficult or confrontational situations;
• Technologically proficient;
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle;
• Library Technician Diploma and prior experience in a library environment are assets

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Erika Martin, Director of Library Services by 9:00am, Monday, May 13th   to: erika@wmrl.ca

Title: Library Assistant (Summer Student)

Branch: Downtown Brandon & Shoppers Mall

Duration: July 1 to August 23 (30 hours/week)

Wage: $15.30/hour

Applicants must be between 15 and 30 years old.

Funding provided by Canada Summer Jobs.

Responsibilities: Planning, promoting, setting up, facilitating and evaluating programming.

Required skills: Organization, communication, creativity, basic technology, engaging groups.

To apply: Send a cover letter and resume to alex@wmrl.ca by the end of Monday, May 6th.

Title: Indigenous Cultural Liaison

Duration: July 2 to August 30 (approx. 35 hours/week)

Wage: $15.30 to $17.30 (depending on level of education)

Please note – to be eligible for this position, candidates must be a student, Metis, and between the ages of 15 to 30.

This position is contingent on funding approval.

Funding for this position will be provided by the Manitoba Metis Federation.

Responsibilities:

Help to curate our Indigenous materials collection
Put up displays featuring Indigenous materials
Create content for our social media pages
Plan and facilitate Indigenous-focused programs
Build our relationships with community partners
Advise our Truth & Reconciliation Committee

Requirements:

Knowledge of Indigenous culture
Knowledge of Truth & Reconciliation
Knowledge of Indigenous fiction & non-fiction
Ability to design and put up displays
Ability to engage participants in a program
Creative and journalistic writing
Skills for networking in the community

Questions can go to Alex: alex@wmrl.ca or 204-727-6648 ext. 9