LONDON PUBLIC LIBRARY is looking for a skilled individual to join our team as:
Director – Communications and Development
This a permanent full-time opportunity
The London Public Library (Library) is seeking a dynamic, innovative, enthusiastic, leader to guide our Marketing & Communications (MarComm) and Fund Development (FD) departments in advancing the strategic priorities and goals of the organization.
Reporting to the CEO & Chief Librarian (CEO), and a member of the Library’s Executive leadership team, this position contributes to the achievement of the London Public Library‘s (Library) Purpose, Values, and Strategic Plan by providing leadership and oversight for the following primary functions related to communications and development:
DUTIES:
Marketing and Communications
- Responsible for management of 6 FTE in the Marketing and Communication Department
- Leads, executes and communicates a marketing strategy and annual business plan.
- Manages the Library’s brand.
- Ensures all marketing materials effectively communicate Library positioning and benefits according to the Library’s brand standards and marketing plan.
- Works in collaboration with the members of the Executive Team to leverage our brand and values.
- Oversees production of Library publications, presentation templates, and reports.
- Oversees Copy Centre and Graphic Arts production procedures and processes.
- Provides direction and strategy to members of the Executive Team and others on internal communication.
- Works in collaboration with the Director, IT, to oversee development and maintenance of the Library’s website, mobile site, and internal communication tools.
- Oversees all aspects of the user-interface and content posted to the Library’s website and internal communications tool.
- Oversees preparation of donor-centred fund development materials.
- Provides marketing and communications advice and input to strategic initiatives and projects, ensuring that the Library’s reputation and interests are safeguarded.
- Regularly provides input and occasional direct reporting of pertinent information requiring expertise to the Library Board.
- Ensures that staff and the Library Board have the knowledge and information required to meet their responsibilities.
Fund Development
- Responsible for management of 1.5 FTE in the Fund Development Department.
- With direction from the Executive Team, leads the design, development, implementation, evaluation and execution of all Library fundraising strategies
- Oversees the full scope of fund development activities, relating to the discovery, cultivation, solicitation, recognition and stewardship of a portfolio of prospects and donors to the Library.
- Design and execute planned giving programs, capital, and comprehensive campaigns.
- Develop recognition programs to express honour and appreciation for the generosity and support of planned giving donors.
- Develops reports for internal use, including Board reports as requested.
- Complies with all reporting requirements and regulations to demonstrate commitment to accountability and transparency.
- Reports to constituencies the sources, uses and management of funds to preserve and enhance confidence in the organization.
- Leads organizational efforts to identify government and other grant funding opportunities and facilitate the application process when appropriate.
Qualifications:
- Successful completion of a university education with courses in marketing or communication or equivalent.
- 8 years of progressive experience in managing a marketing and communications department at a not-for profit, preferably in an urban environment. Experience in public libraries is desired.
- Experience in fund development, managing fundraising campaigns, and donor relations.
- Knowledgeable about current trends, issues, concerns and practices in fund development.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
- Strong relationships with the local media.
- Proven success in building relationships in the community.
- Experience with digital communications and social networking.
- Demonstrated leadership experience with proven managerial skills and excellent people skills including management, negotiation and coaching.
- Proven track record in the areas of organizational leadership, strategic planning, operations management, service excellence, public relations, and partnership development.
- Proven track record of implementing continuous improvement.
- Demonstrated success in project management, with excellent organization skills and the ability to effectively prioritize projects and initiatives.
- Demonstrated level of professionalism and confidentiality with strong ethics.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize, multi-task and manage projects.
- Ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff, the public, elected officials, and public sector/government departments.
- Exceptional oral and written communication and presentation skills, including public speaking ability.
- Excellent computer skills, including Office 365.
- Experience in a unionized environment is preferred.
- Valid driver’s license is required.
Working Hours:
- Usually work a standard 35-hour week.
- Occasional evening or weekend work (no shift or premium paid).
- This is an in-office position, work from home is currently not available,
- Available during non-working hours in case of media inquiries and/or emergencies.
This is an Excluded position from the Bargaining unit.
This position works 100% on site to be able to support the needs of the London Public Library.
Salary:
Level D: $69.254 – $89.859 per hour. Salary to commensurate with education and experience.
Candidates are requested to submit a detailed resume outlining experience and qualifications by June 12, 2026
Please visit our website at: https://www.lpl.ca/about-us/jobs-library
No phone calls please. If you encounter any technical issues, please contact human.resources@lpl.ca
The London Public Library will provide accommodation to applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes upon request consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the AODA regulations.
Applicants for employment, who have been provided with a conditional offer of employment will be asked to provide, at his or her own expense, a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Police Information Check, as applicable.
While we appreciate all applications received, only those invited for an interview will be acknowledged. Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment.
We are an equal opportunity employer.