What is a Library Board?
A library board is a group of citizens appointed by the local Municipal Council who are responsible for the governing of the public library. They are volunteers who serve their community with no financial compensation. Members may be reimbursed for travel and other expenses incurred in the performance of library business. The role of the library board is to act as an agent of public trust. It is responsible for ensuring the library is properly managed, but does not itself manage. The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for internal management and daily operation of the library.
Key Library Board responsibilities are:
- To select and evaluate the Chief Executive Officer of the Library;
- To establish operating and administrative policies to govern the operation and programs of the library;
- To determine the goals and objectives for the library and secure adequate funds to fulfill those goals;
- To understand the needs of the community in relation to the library and create a link between the community and library services;
- To advocate for the library to the community and to Municipal Council;
- To oversee the budget process, with the understanding that Council has final authority and approval for the library budget.
Interested in learning more about the position? Apply via the Town of Whitby.
If you have questions, please contact:
Rhonda Jessup, CEO
Email: rjessup@whitbylibrary.ca
Call: 905-444-4374