Programming and Community Engagement Lead

Halifax Public Libraries invites INTERNAL and EXTERNAL applications for the  full-time, permanent  position of Programming and Community Engagement Lead, for the Basin District based out of Sackville Public Library and Bedford Public Library.

This is a unionized position. Preference will be given to internal applicants from the NSUPE Local 14 bargaining unit.

Halifax Public Libraries is an inclusive employer committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We encourage all qualified persons to apply and self-identify. We will accommodate applicants’ needs under the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will confidentially address your needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Programming and Community Engagement (PACE) Lead will :

• Plan, develop and evaluate programs and services to meet community needs.
• Lead a team of Specialists who work in the district.
• Initiate, develop and maintain relationships with key contacts and community partners.
• Create and monitor various budgets, spending and reporting requirements for budgets and grants
• Develop and implement promotion plans for programming and community work with Marketing and Communications.
• Provide programs and services and participate in community engagement, modelling excellent program and service delivery for staff.
• Collect performance measures, identify trends, write reports, and create action plans.
• Work with other Leads to develop regional approaches, programs and services.
• Act as Person in Charge in both library branches

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

Education and Experience :

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Required :

Assets :

TRAVEL

The job will require frequent travel between our various library branches and community sites within the Halifax Regional Municipality. Access to reliable transportation is required.