Oversee continuing development of a dynamic library web presence for teaching and research needs of the TRU community.
Lead communications strategy for the Librarians Department.
Develop and implement strategies for communications and web aligned with values, priorities, and ethics.
Develop and implement a web services strategy ensuring sustainable access to research and teaching resources.
Oversee development and maintenance of content for the library website, LibGuides, social media, and other official library communication channels.
Lead implementation of library strategic goals and projects related to communications and web services.
Work collegially with functional area librarians to develop communications strategies and content for services and programs.
Ensure library web content adheres to accessibility standards (WCAG) and communications content adheres to relevant accessibility standards and inclusive language principles.
Provide good practices guidance to librarians creating and maintaining LibGuides.
Provide troubleshooting support and configuration oversight for Library Springshare products (LibGuides, LibCal, LibWizard, LibStaffer).
Collaborate with Library Administration, Library Technicians, and other campus partners as needed.
Represent the Librarians Department as a member of the Library Communications Team.
Serve as primary library contact with TRU Web Services regarding TRU website development directions impacting the library.
Oversee day-to-day activities of library staff providing website and communications.
Collaborate with the Assessment and User Experience Librarian on assessment and user experience to improve usability of the TRU Library website.
Gather, report, and analyze website and other communications data in collaboration with the Assessment and User Experience Librarian.
Work with Systems, Discovery, and Collections Librarians to ensure website content reflects current holdings and connects with discovery services.
Participate in library governance and development of library policies, planning, and strategic initiatives.
Perform liaison duties (instruction, research consultations) as assigned.
Pursue professional growth and development.
Participate in service activities at department, library, university, and professional levels as appropriate
Application Restrictions Open to both Internal and external Job Type Faculty (Tenure, Tenure Track, LTC) Posting In effect from 7/8/2026 Closing Application Date 3/9/2026 Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled. Instructional Type Instructional Support Faculty Type Tenure Track Anticipated Start Date 4/1/2027 Position End Date (If Applicable)
Duties
The Thompson Rivers University Library is seeking a bipartite tenure-track Web and Communications Librarian. This position is responsible for providing expertise in overseeing the continuing development of a dynamic web presence that addresses the current and future teaching and research needs of the TRU community. They will take the lead on a communications strategy for the Librarians Department, develop policy recommendations, and participate in analyzing relevant data. This position is at the Thompson Rivers University Kamloops Campus, situated on the traditional lands of the Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc within Secwépemc'ulucw, the traditional and unceded territory of the Secwépemc. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team of library professionals and will actively participate in helping the library to achieve its vision, mission, values, and goals. As a faculty member, the candidate will actively pursue professional and service activities to meet library and campus-wide criteria for tenure and promotion. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Interviews for this position will take place virtually over Microsoft Teams at a time mutually agreeable to all parties.
Responsibilities
Oversees the development and maintenance of content for the library website, LibGuides, social media, and other official library communication channels.
Leads implementation of any library strategic goals and projects related to communications and web services.
Leads the TRU Librarians Department in developing and implementing strategies for communications and the web that align with our values, priorities, and ethics.
Leads the TRU Librarians Department in developing and implementing a web services strategy that ensures sustainable access to research and teaching resources.
Work collegially with functional area librarians to develop communications strategies and content for individual services and programs.
Ensures library web content adheres to accessibility standards (WCAG) and that all communications content adheres to relevant accessibility standards and inclusive language principles.
Provides good practices guidance to librarians creating and maintaining Libguides.
Requirements
Master’s Degree in Library Science/Information Science from an ALA-accredited program (or equivalent).
Demonstrated effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills in an English language workplace.
Demonstrated experience working in content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Springshare LibGuides CMS, Drupal).
Working knowledge of markup languages (HTML, CSS), accessibility standards (WCAG), and techniques to maintain a modern website and online presence.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with teams, departments, and users.
Demonstrated experience leading/coordinating/planning/overseeing communications/marketing/outreach across channels including web, social, and in person.
Preferred
two or more years of professional librarian experience.
Preferred
experience initiating/planning/implementing complex projects and services.
Preferred
knowledge/experience with user experience principles, standards, and testing procedures.
Preferred: commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable working, teaching, and learning environment
Master’s Degree in Library Science/Information Science from an American Library Association accredited program, or equivalent
Policy recommendations
Communications strategy development
Accessibility standards (WCAG)
Web content development and maintenance
LibGuides and Springshare product troubleshooting and configuration oversight
Data analysis for website and communications
Inclusive language principles
Content management systems (WordPress, Springshare LibGuides CMS, Drupal)
Markup languages (HTML, CSS)
Benefits
Excellent benefits
40 days of vacation time
20 days of professional development time
Posting details
Employment type
Unknown
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
CA$78,152 - CA$121,074/yr
Location
Kamloops, British Columbia
Posted
Aug 8, 2026
Application
Employer website
Provides troubleshooting support and configuration oversight for Library Springshare products (LibGuides, LibCal, LibWizard, LibStaffer)
Work collegially with Library Administration, Library Technicians, and other Campus partners as needed.
Sits as a member of the Library Communications Team to represent the Librarians Department.
Serves as the primary Library contact with TRU Web Services, discussing TRU website development and directions that impact the library.
Oversees the day-to-day activities of library staff providing website and communications.
Collaborates with the Assessment and User Experience Librarian in assessment and user experience to ensure quality and improve the usability of the TRU Library website.
Gathers, reports, and analyzes website and other communications data and information in collaboration with the Assessment and User Experience Librarian.
Works with the Systems Librarian, Discovery Librarian, and Collections Librarian to ensure that website content accurately reflects current holdings and compatibly connects with discovery services.
Participates in library governance in the development of library policies, planning, and strategic initiatives.
Performs liaison duties (instruction, research consultations) as assigned.
Pursues professional growth and development to enhance skills and knowledge in the university library.
Participates in service activities at department, library, university, and professional level as appropriate.
Qualifications
Please address each of these qualifications in your application:
Master’s Degree in Library Science/Information Science from an American Library Association accredited program, or equivalent.
Demonstrated effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills in an English language workplace.
Demonstrated experience working in various content management systems (ex. WordPress, Springshare LibGuides CMS, Drupal, etc.)
Working knowledge of markup languages (ex. HTML, CSS), standards (ex. WCAG), and techniques needed to maintain a modern website and online presence
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and to build relationships with various teams, departments, and users
Demonstrated experience leading, coordinating, planning, or overseeing communication, marketing, or outreach activities across channels, including web, social, and in person
Preferred Qualifications
Two or more years of professional librarian experience
Experience with initiating, planning, coordinating, and implementing complex projects, and services
Knowledge of and/or experience with user experience principles, standards, and testing procedures
Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable working, teaching, and learning environment Benefits and Salary:
Excellent benefits, including 40 days of vacation time and 20 days of professional development time.
Starting salary range depends on experience; please refer to section 11.5 of the Collective Agreement for salary scale placement details https://www.trufa.ca/wp-content/uploads/TRU-TRUFA-Collective-Agreement-April2022-March2025-FINAL.pdf Pay Band $78,152.00 - $121,074.00 ( According to TRUFA Salary Schedule (Range TS01 - TS12) ) Location Kamloops, BC CA (Primary) # of Hires Needed 1 Organizational Unit Thompson Rivers University -> University Library -> University Library Diversity and Inclusion Commitment: Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website. External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.
Project leadership and coordination
User experience principles, standards, and testing procedures
Collaboration and relationship building across teams
Markup/standards compliance for modern web presence
Assessment and user experience collaboration
Library governance participation
Liaison duties (instruction, research consultations)
Market context
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