Vacancy Details

Head of Service - North and West Region
Job Reference: 260901PA
Application deadline: 01/10/2026
Salary: £70,626.00 - £73,956.00

Job Description

 

Delivering for People, Delivering for Communities

 

Head of Service – North & West Region Job Ref 2026-09-01PA

 

Libraries NI is seeking applicants with exceptionally strong leadership capability to help deliver a relevant, accessible and inclusive library service making a difference to the lives of people and communities.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Group, the Head of Service is a key role with significant responsibility for the development and implementation of Libraries NI Corporate strategy.  

You will have a vision for the positive impact libraries have in supporting and engaging with communities.  You will have strong professional acumen and excellent skills in relationship building, influencing others and communication, and the ability to command high levels of confidence and trust with internal and external stakeholders.

Salary: £70,626 to £73,956 (under review)

Hours: 36 per week

 

A Candidate Information Pack including the Job Description and full details of the Person Specification is available in the link below (CVs will not be accepted).

Libraries NI offers:

  • Flexible Working
  • Attractive Public Sector Pension Scheme (NILGOSC)
  • Competitive Terms and Conditions of Employment
  • Minimum 28 days annual leave plus 12 days statutory holidays

 

 

 

 

Closing date for applications is not later than 23:59 on Thursday, 01 October 2026.

 

LIBRARIES NI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

 

Vacancy Documents

Document Title File
E Recruit Guidance Notes for Applicants Rev June 2026.pdf E Recruit Guidance Notes for Applicants Rev June 2026.pdf
Head of Service CIP (NW).pdf Head of Service CIP (NW).pdf