Library Planning Consultant, Technology Services
Requisition ID: 18438
Department: Ottawa Public Library
Service: Facility and Technology Services
Branch: Technology Services
Employment Type: 1 Temporary Full Time Positions (Up to 1 year)
Work Hours: 35 hours per week
Affiliation: MPE
Salary Information: $81,359.46 - $102,891.88 annually (2025 rates of pay)
Location: 100 Tallwood Drive
City: Ottawa, ON
Job Category: Ottawa Public Library
Application Close: 22/07/2025
JOB SUMMARY
Ottawa Public Library (OPL) provides accessible, innovative library and information services throughout the City of Ottawa, that meet the unique needs of diverse communities, delivered through a range of vehicles and reflecting a citizen-centred approach.
You are responsible for participating in the planning process for Ottawa Public Library technology services; leading technology initiatives that drive innovation and transformation within the library system; enhancing services and addressing the evolving technology needs and responsibilities include managing technology projects from inception to completion, collaborating with stakeholders to identify needs, effectively resolving conflicts to maintain project momentum, and staying updated on advancements in automation and enterprise systems to inform strategic decisions and support Library management.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
4 year degree in business administration, public administration, commerce, computer science, or related field
Minimum of 5 years of related experience in business technology planning and evaluation, project management, performance measurement, and system analysis
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
KNOWLEDGE
- In-depth understanding of provincial and municipal legislation affecting public libraries
- Understanding online research methodologies and digital tools, enabling efficient information retrieval and data analysis to support library initiatives
- Statistical analysis, including forecasting techniques
- Computer systems, applications and software, especially those relevant to data manipulation
- Project management and research techniques and practices
- Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Able to utilize technology for strategic and operational planning, employing project management frameworks like Agile and Scrum to enhance project delivery and stakeholder engagement.
- Proficient in integrating enterprise systems that streamline library operations
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and recommend course of action following completion of various research projects
- Analyze data and forecast trends
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders, including the ability to work with technical terms and concepts and translating to working level
- Possess organizational skills and flexibility to plan, initiate, organize and prioritize own work, and to deal effectively with multiple demands, conflicting priorities, pressures and deadlines
- Able to identify and assess problems and to use analytic and problem solving skills
- Lead by example, demonstrating integrity, creativity and enthusiasm in achieving results
- Support and promote the corporate vision
- Demonstrated ability and experience in planning and project management processes
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Initiative and tact
- Able to demonstrate accuracy and meticulous attention to detail
- Be results oriented and achieve goals.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing required.
- Additional vacancies may occur during the competition process.
- Alternative educational credentials combined with job-related experience, demonstrated performance, and ability may be considered in lieu of stated academic requirements.
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The Ottawa Public Library promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.
The Ottawa Public Library provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at esc-cse@ottawa.ca.