Library Planning Consultant, Special Projects

Requisition ID: 23794

Department: Ottawa Public Library

Service: Corporate Services

Employment Type: 1 Temporary Full Time Position - Up to 2 years

Work Hours: 35 hours per week

Affiliation: MPE/New City MPE

Salary Information: $72,596.16 - $91,813.54 annually (2025 rates of pay)

Location: 100 Tallwood Drive

City: Ottawa, ON

Job Category: Ottawa Public Library

Application Close: 29/10/2026 

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 providing research, analytical and other support to special projects, including financial analysis, and assisting with the development, delivery and enhancement of OPL’s service delivery strategy. You are also responsible for providing research, analytical and writing support for the unit’s various documents and communications.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 4 year university degree in business or public administration, social sciences or related field.

Minimum of 3 years of related experience in planning projects and/or strategic initiatives, preferably in a library or municipal setting.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an asset

KNOWLEDGE

• Project management methodologies
• Statistical and other analytical techniques
• Research practices and methods
• Performance measurement models
• The philosophy and standards of public library service
• Ottawa Public Library and its policies, standards, processes and procedures
• The roles, responsibilities and inter-relationships of OPL and the City of Ottawa
• Applicable legislation (e.g. Public Libraries Act of Ontario, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act), and municipal/provincial codes, by-laws, policies and practices
• Trends and developments in the library environment
• Computer applications, including MS Office, MS Project, web/internet/digital based technologies, and database operations
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Analytical thinker 
• Network/relationship building  
• Work effectively in a team environment 
• Work effectively with diverse stakeholders 
• Take initiative 
• Prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines 
• Research, assemble and analyze data/information 
• Strong oral and written communications and presentation skills 
• Able to demonstrate accuracy and meticulous attention to detail 
• Be results oriented and achieve goals
• Demonstrates good judgment, tact, discretion, diplomacy, creativity and initiative
• Positive attitude
• Self-motivated
• Organized and dependable
• Work effectively in high pressure situations
• Calm, tolerant, focussed and resourceful
• Interest in current events and public affairs

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing  
• 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 women, Aboriginal peoples and persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. The Ottawa Public Library provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

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.