COQUITLAM, BC, Nov. 2, 2022 – Are you passionate about public library services, and interested in sharing your expertise to help shape library services in your community? Applications are currently being accepted for vacancies on the Coquitlam Library Board.
Guided by the Coquitlam Public Library mission to nurture joy in discovery by providing inviting, innovative spaces and services that promote learning and knowledge, the Library Board engages Coquitlam’s diverse communities and provides governance and oversight of public library services in Coquitlam.
If your values align with those of the library – openness, inclusion, respect, curiosity and love of learning – consider applying to join the Board before the Nov. 16 deadline. Selected applicants will serve on the Library Board for a two-year term from January 2023 to December 2024, or less, dependent on the vacancy being filled.
The Board typically meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month, except in March, August and December. This is a volunteer appointment and there is no remuneration for Board members.
Information Sessions
All interested applicants are encouraged to visit www.coquitlam.ca/library for information, and may also attend one of the following information sessions:
Poirier Branch
Date: Monday, Nov. 14
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: 575 Poirier St., Board Room and via videoconference
City Centre Branch
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 15
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: 1169 Pinetree Way, Board Room and via videoconference
To attend an Information Session, please register in advance by phoning Lily Vukasovic at 604-937-4137 or emailing: officemanager@coqlibrary.ca.
How to Apply and Criteria
Individuals interested in this opportunity must submit an application form, résumé and cover letter that demonstrate passion for the community as well as any knowledge relevant to the Library Board’s mandate.
- Applicants may not be employees of the City of Coquitlam or the Coquitlam Public Library.
- Applicants must be an eligible resident or a non-resident property elector (individuals who own property in Coquitlam, but live elsewhere in B.C.).
- Applicants should demonstrate knowledge, experience or potential to effectively contribute to key areas of the Board including government and policy, strategic planning, and finance. As with all boards overseeing a complex organization, previous business or legal experience is desirable.
- Applicants of any age, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political belief, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, neighbourhood, and income level are encouraged to apply in order to appoint representatives of the broader community, and to address issues of those communities.
- Applicants should be willing and able to serve for the full term of the appointment (January 2023 – December 2024). The term of appointment may be two years, or less, dependent on the vacancy being filled.
- Applications are available online at www.coquitlam.ca/library, or can be picked up from Coquitlam City Hall, City Clerk’s Office, 2nd Floor, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC.
Completed applications must be submitted no later than 11 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022 via email, mail or hand delivery to:
Office of the City Clerk
Attn: Committee Clerk
3000 Guildford Way
Coquitlam, BC, V3B 7N2
committeeclerk@coquitlam.ca
For more information, visit www.coquitlam.ca/library, email committeeclerk@coquitlam.ca, or call 604-927-3010.
About Coquitlam Public Library
Coquitlam Public Library has two branches, Poirier and City Centre. The Library also has a mobile service called Library Link that provides outreach to neighbourhoods throughout Coquitlam. The Library provides a variety of materials and services, which include:
- Free Wi-Fi and Internet access
- Scanning, faxing, and remote printing
- Books, eBooks and eAudiobooks, and feature films and TV series on DVD and Blu-Ray
- Adult, teen, and children's programs
- 3D scanning and printing
- eMagazines, eNewspapers, Lynda.com, and other online resources
- Homebound services
- Materials in Chinese, Korean, Persian and Spanish
To learn more about Coquitlam Public Library, visit www.coqlibrary.ca.
Media contact:
Katie Karn
City Clerk
604-927-3010
committeeclerk@coquitlam.ca