Director, Library Services – Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
About the role
The Wasaga Beach Public Library is seeking a dynamic and self-motivated leader to perform the duties and responsibilities of Director, Library Services – Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
General Responsibilities: The Director, Library Services (CEO) is responsible for providing the organizational vision and leadership required for the development and management of excellent public library service in accordance with the Public Libraries Act and the policies and objectives approved by the Wasaga Beach Public Library Board. The CEO implements the Library Board’s Strategic Plan as approved. The CEO manages and supervises all library operations and services to ensure the maximum utilization in all areas including: financial planning and budgeting; human resources; and planning for current and future library services within the community.
Qualifications:
- Masters in Library and Information Science or equivalent from an accredited program;
- Superior experience with strategic planning and effective administrative, financial and human resources management;
- Demonstrated success in working directly with a volunteer board and public officials;
- Excellent knowledge of the governance of public libraries and legislation in Ontario and the roles and responsibilities of municipalities, library boards, and provincial ministries;
- Thorough understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a library board, the CEO, staff, Town Council and Town Departments;
- Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to provide leadership in a changing environment;
- Strong problem solving, communication, organizational, time management and digital literary skills;
- Effective report writing skills and advanced computer proficiency in Microsoft Office;
- Ability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings and weekends.
- Ability to provide an appropriate criminal records check – vulnerable sector and drivers’ abstract and valid Ontario drivers’ license.
Salary Range (35 hours per week): $120,848 to $141,377 annually
Closing Date: October 31, 2025 at 4:00pm
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The Town of Wasaga B**each is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the hiring process, upon request. Please advise the Town of Wasaga Beach Human Resources Department if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants who apply for this position, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, Chapter 25, as amended, and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.
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About TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH
Our welcome mat stretches for miles! Wasaga Beach has long been hailed as one of the premier tourist destinations in the world and home to the World's Longest Freshwater Beach. Our white sandy shoreline stretches across South Georgian Bay and includes panoramic views of the Niagara Escarpment, a UNESCO World Biosphere.
Director, Library Services – Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
About the role
The Wasaga Beach Public Library is seeking a dynamic and self-motivated leader to perform the duties and responsibilities of Director, Library Services – Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
General Responsibilities: The Director, Library Services (CEO) is responsible for providing the organizational vision and leadership required for the development and management of excellent public library service in accordance with the Public Libraries Act and the policies and objectives approved by the Wasaga Beach Public Library Board. The CEO implements the Library Board’s Strategic Plan as approved. The CEO manages and supervises all library operations and services to ensure the maximum utilization in all areas including: financial planning and budgeting; human resources; and planning for current and future library services within the community.
Qualifications:
- Masters in Library and Information Science or equivalent from an accredited program;
- Superior experience with strategic planning and effective administrative, financial and human resources management;
- Demonstrated success in working directly with a volunteer board and public officials;
- Excellent knowledge of the governance of public libraries and legislation in Ontario and the roles and responsibilities of municipalities, library boards, and provincial ministries;
- Thorough understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a library board, the CEO, staff, Town Council and Town Departments;
- Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to provide leadership in a changing environment;
- Strong problem solving, communication, organizational, time management and digital literary skills;
- Effective report writing skills and advanced computer proficiency in Microsoft Office;
- Ability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings and weekends.
- Ability to provide an appropriate criminal records check – vulnerable sector and drivers’ abstract and valid Ontario drivers’ license.
Salary Range (35 hours per week): $120,848 to $141,377 annually
Closing Date: October 31, 2025 at 4:00pm
Click Here for Full Job Description
The Town of Wasaga B**each is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the hiring process, upon request. Please advise the Town of Wasaga Beach Human Resources Department if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants who apply for this position, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, Chapter 25, as amended, and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.
EHWDZie8vT
About TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH
Our welcome mat stretches for miles! Wasaga Beach has long been hailed as one of the premier tourist destinations in the world and home to the World's Longest Freshwater Beach. Our white sandy shoreline stretches across South Georgian Bay and includes panoramic views of the Niagara Escarpment, a UNESCO World Biosphere.