Team Lead, South

Job Information
Job Title: Team Lead, South
Job Requisition ID: 57795
Ministry: Justice
Location: Calgary
Full or Part-Time: Full-time
Hours of Work:36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open
Closing Date: May 22, 2024
Classification: Program Services 4 Market Adjustment
Salary: $2,757.39 to $3,604.17 bi-weekly ($71,967 - $94,068/year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: The Ministry of Alberta Justice helps ensure that all Albertans can live in safe and resilient communities while having access to a fair and innovative justice system. Working alongside its partners in law enforcement, family justice, health, the judiciary, criminal justice system and other stakeholders, the ministry has a direct or shared responsibility in all elements of the justice system in Alberta. To follow this link find out more about our department Alberta Law Libraries (ALL) is a province-wide network of law libraries operating within Alberta Justice and Solicitor General, Strategy, Support and Integrated Initiatives (SSII) Division. The Libraries provide access to legal information resources and legal research services to the legal community (judiciary, crown prosecutors, lawyers, law students and court employees), other libraries and the public. For further information:

Role Responsibilities

So tell us… are you an innovative and service-orientated information professional with a passion for legal reference and research? Do you enjoy leading professionals and contributing to your library goals and vision. If so, Alberta Law Libraries has an exciting opportunity for a Team Lead position located in Calgary. Reporting to the Manager, User Experience, Programs and Partnerships, the Team Lead position is accountable for organizing and managing effective and efficient operations of the Law Libraries in various locations in the South (Calgary, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat and Red Deer.) Responsibilities include ensuring delivery of timely legal reference and research as well as designing, supporting and providing training services to internal and external stakeholders. This position provides considerable opportunity for participation in strategic planning and developing and implementing procedures. The Team Lead, South must have the acumen to handle complex situations and multiple responsibilities while simultaneously balancing long term projects with the urgency of immediate demands on the operations of the Southern Region libraries. The ideal candidate would be a dynamic team leader with high level organizational, problem-solving, time management and analytical skills. They will also have superior interpersonal and communication skills, proven collaborative mentoring abilities, and a demonstrated commitment to client service.

Qualifications

Masters in Library and Information Studies (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA accredited institution plus 4 years of related experience. Required

• Master in Library and Information Studies (MLS/MLIS)
• Please outline how your experience as it relates to the qualifications in detail in your cover letter. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Assets

• Law Library experience
• Supervisory/management experience
• Experience leading professionals and contributing to library goals and visions

Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
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Notes

Hours of work: Monday – Friday, 8:15 am - 4:30 pm (36.25/week)Positions Currently available: One (1) permanent salaried position Location: Calgary Court Centre, 5th Floor, 601 – 5th Street S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2P 5P7 Final candidates will be asked to undergo a security screening. Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. What we offer:

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• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement

APS Competencies
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process. This link will assist you with understanding competencies:

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

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It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application. Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Krista Lammie at [email protected] .