Regina Public Library (RPL) is a dynamic, community-centred organization and a vital civic institution at the heart of Regina. With nine locations across the city, RPL provides welcoming, inclusive spaces where residents gather to learn, create, and connect. Through its extensive collections, innovative programming, and strong network of community partnerships, the library advances literacy, lifelong learning, and digital inclusion while fostering cultural engagement and social connection. Serving more than half of the city’s population, RPL delivers millions of annual visits, loans, and program interactions, reflecting its central role in community life. As a trusted and accessible public resource, RPL also supports newcomer integration, Indigenous reconciliation, workforce development, and equitable access to information—contributing meaningfully to Regina’s social, cultural, and economic well-being.

 

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer will provide strategic and visible leadership at a defining moment for the organization. In the context of a shifting capital and service landscape, the CEO will lead the development of a renewed, future-oriented vision for service delivery—redefining how library spaces, programs, and technologies meet evolving community needs. The CEO will strengthen relationships with City Administration, Council, and diverse community stakeholders, while elevating RPL’s visibility and advocacy efforts. This role will also drive financial sustainability through diversified funding strategies, advance innovation and digital transformation, and foster a high-performing, inclusive organizational culture aligned with RPL’s values.

 

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, strategic leader with strong political acumen and demonstrated success working with complex stakeholder environments. They bring at least 10 years of progressive senior leadership experience, ideally within the public or broader community services sector. A Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) is required; an MBA or graduate degree in a related field is considered an asset.

 

The successful candidate will possess exceptional relationship-building, communication, and advocacy skills, combined with experience in governance, strategic planning, financial stewardship, and organizational leadership. A strong understanding of diverse communities—including Indigenous and newcomer populations—and a commitment to inclusion and public service are essential.

 

To Apply

For more information, please contact Margaret Vanwyck of Odgers or submit your resume and letter of interest online by July 10th, 2026.

 

We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.

 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Regina Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers and Regina Public Library throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

 

Odgers is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form.