THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE LIBRARIES
FACULTY VACANCY
STUDENT SUCCESS LIBRARIAN
Appointment Rank: Assistant Professor
Salary: $48,000
Available: August 1, 2014
Department: Learning, Research, and Engagement
Reports To: Head, Learning, Research, and Engagement
General Function
The University of Tennessee is engaged in a strategy to recruit a larger freshman class, to improve retention of students from first to second year, and promote graduation in four years. The Student Success Librarian will help the Libraries implement and expand instruction and academic engagement programs aimed at assisting first-year and other lower division undergraduate students in learning the tools of scholarship while adjusting to college life. The Student Success Librarian will strengthen library partnerships with First Year Studies, the Student Success Center, and the Division of Student Life to enhance the support system for undergraduate students at The University of Tennessee.
Specific Duties
· Serves as Liaison to First Year Studies, Student Success Center, and Division of Student Life
· Designs, delivers, and assesses instruction for First Year Studies and other undergraduate programs to support learning and engagement in the University
· Offers classes, consultations, orientations, and tours in support of the first year and general education curriculum
· Creates programs and partnerships with campus groups and targeted undergraduate learning communities
· Works with undergraduate instructors to create engaging library assignments, activities, and tutorials for delivery in –person and in an online environment
· Develops and leads student engagement activities in the Commons and assists with the Dean’s Student Advisory Committee
· Collaborates with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions to welcome prospective students and parents
· In collaboration with Coordinator of Community Learning Services and Diversity Programs contributes to pre-college programs
· Engages in professional development, research, and service activities
Qualifications
Required:
· ALA-accredited master's degree
· Demonstrated commitment to high quality public service and support of the academic needs of students and faculty
· Demonstrated success in planning, implementing, and leading innovative instruction and student engagement programs
· Experience teaching information literacy classes
· Experience developing web-based instructional materials
· Commitment to advancing the Libraries’ and University’s diversity goals as demonstrated by past experience or through leadership activities
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment accompanied by initiative, self-direction, and commitment to innovation, creativity, and excellence
· Must meet the University’s requirements for promotion and tenure which includes research and service components
Preferred:
· Experience designing curricula and programs and assessing learning outcomes
· Experience in the application of pedagogical practices related to first year students
· Experience delivering instruction and outreach to campus communities
Environment
The University of Tennessee Libraries serves the flagship campus of the state university system. The UT Libraries supports the teaching, research, and service mission of the university and enhances the academic experience of each student at the Knoxville campus — through outstanding print and electronic collections, reference and instructional services, and top-notch facilities and technological resources.
The UT Libraries serves as an intellectual, cultural, and social center for the university and community. We are a national leader in the creation of regionally significant digital collections; in support of open access though our digital repository Trace; and through a rich history of designing innovative spaces and building key partnerships that enhance the teaching/learning enterprise. The University of Tennessee Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, the Digital Library Federation, Lyrasis, and the Center for Research Libraries. The UT Libraries collaborates actively at the state level with the other UT System Libraries as well as the libraries in the Tennessee Board of Regents system.
Additional information about this position and the UT community is available at http://www.lib.utk.edu/employment/student-success-librarian/
Benefits
Excellent benefits include 24 annual leave days; choice of state retirement plan or ORP (AIG Retirement, ING, TIAA-CREF) with nonrefundable contributions
paid for the employee by the University; optional group health and life insurance plans.
Tuition remission is available for all university employees and partial undergraduate tuition remission is available to dependent children and spouses of UT employees.
Faculty rank and status; twelve-month, tenure-track appointment.
Application Procedures
A background check and official transcripts are required prior to hiring. Send cover letter addressing the above qualifications, a current resume, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three recent references to: Elizabeth Greene, Manager, Library Dean’s Office and Human Resources, 1015 Volunteer Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37996-1000. Application materials may be sent via email attachment to [log in to unmask]. Review of applications will begin March 24, 2014, and will continue until the position is filled. Qualified spring graduates are encouraged to apply.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admissions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations.
In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the University.
Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone (865) 974-2498 (V/TTY available) or 974-2440. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.
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2. [TLA] Reference Position Open
Please see attached posting for a reference librarian position. I am calling this an entry-level position for two reasons: (1) The person selected will be stationed at the circulation desk and perform circulation duties as well at the start. (2) The starting pay will not be what a reference librarian would normally make, but the pay will increase over time.
The person selected will have the opportunity to help us develop our new reference department.
Please contact me off list serve if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Dinah Harris [log in to unmask]
Job Posting: Reference Librarian
The Jackson-Madison County Library is accepting applications for a Reference Librarian. It is a full-time position with excellent benefits. Applicants
must submit a completed Madison County application form to Dinah Harris at [log in to unmask] no later than Tuesday, March 12, 2014. Applications
may be picked up at the Main Library location, 433 East Lafayette St.
Posted date: 2014-Feb-24
Location: Jackson-Madison County Library, Main Location
Jackson-Madison County Library seeks an enthusiastic and service-oriented reference librarian.
The successful candidate must possess the following skills and qualifications:
*A college degree is preferred; MLIS (Masters in Library and Information
Science) is highly preferred.
*A commitment to working with patrons of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and
ethnic backgrounds
*Excellent oral and written communication skills.
*Excellent customer service skills.
*The ability to work independently as well as with others in a team environment.
*Above basic technology skills.
*Previous library experience would be looked on favorably
Specific job responsibilities will be discussed if interview is granted.
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3. [sla-dmah] FW: Job Posting - Head, Special Collections: UC Santa Barbara Library
*Apologies for cross-posting*
Location: University of California, Santa Barbara
Position: Head, Special Collections
Salary: Commensurate with experience & qualifications (https://tcs.ucop.edu/tcs/jsp/academicTitlesDetail.htm?titleCode=3617)
Status: Full Time
HEAD, SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
The University of California, Santa Barbara, one of ten campuses of the University of California system, is seeking an experienced, forward-looking, and engaging leader-scholar for the position of Head, Special Research Collections. The Head will guide the Department of Special Research Collections (SRC) through its continuing evolution into a dynamic and innovative resource serving diverse and changing scholar needs and interests. The Head will articulate a vision and strategic direction that promotes the visibility, accessibility, and impact of nationally and internationally recognized primary research collections expert services, facilitate collaboration of relevant initiatives and programs, develop fundraising strategies, and integrate the treasures of the Dept. into teaching, research, and learning at the University.
DEPARTMENT OF SPECIAL RESEARCH COLLECTIONS:
The Department of Special Research Collections acquires, maintains, preserves, and ensures accessibility of its most valuable, rare and unique materials. Included are rare books and manuscripts, serials, photographs, and audio-visual materials. The collection includes approximately 250,000 volumes, 16,000 linear feet of manuscripts, 100,000 photographs and well over 200,000 early sound recordings. Major strengths of the named collections are the Wyles Collection of nineteenth and twentieth century American History, the American Religions Collection, the Performing Arts Collections, the California Ethnic and Multicultural Archives, and the Humanistic Psychology Archives. The Department of Special Research Collections also serves as the University Archive.
The Library has begun a project to construct a major three story addition to the existing infrastructure (completion expected late 2015). The Department of Special Research Collections will occupy 40% of the new library addition. The Head of SRC will have the opportunity to participate in the planning, design, and furnishing of the new space. He/she will have the responsibility for envisioning, defining and initiating services, showcasing prominent collections, offering special programs, exhibitions, etc. in this new state of the art facility.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Head of Special Research Collections reports to the AUL for Research and Scholar Services and is responsible for the administration, planning, and management of the department resources, services, and operations. He/she manages the major constituent units in the department, namely the Rare Books, Manuscripts & Named Collections, Performing Arts Collections, Oral History Program, University Archives, and the California Ethnic and Multicultural Archives. The incumbent has leadership and administrative responsibility for collection development, budgeting of endowments, gifts, grant funded projects, departmental policies and procedures, security and preservation, public relations, and fundraising activities. The Head is responsible for the management and supervision of employees in the department.
The Head of Special Research Collections administers the collections budget and a number of endowments. The Head also manages the budget for grant funded projects, student staffing and other initiatives. Establishes and sustains faculty and researcher relationships conducive to the development of premier research collections and supporting services. Responsible for strategic and effective collection development, maintenance and preservation of collections, overall collection policies and works to ensure materials acquired by Dept. are discoverable, accessible and used by clientele. Consults with donors, rare book and manuscripts dealers to acquire new acquisitions and gifts for the collection. Oversees research, reference, and instructional services, outreach, programs, exhibitions, and donor relations. Responsible for overall security of collections, including materials housed in off campus remote locations. Collaborates with curators and subject specialists to identify sources for endowments, grants, and gifts to the collections. Works with Acquisitions, Cataloging & Metadata Services, and the Library Digitizing Center for the processing and digitization of Special Research Collections materials.
Develop and identify fundraising strategies and opportunities for building endowments, gifts, support for collections, and funding projects. Initiate and write proposals to supports departmental goals, objectives and activities. Provides stewardship for existing gifts and awards. Works closely with University Librarian, other library administrators, Library Development Officer, faculty and professional colleagues to identify new sources and contacts for enhancing funds and collections. Collaborates with Library Development Officer and Curators to organize, manage, and spearhead special events, such as new acquisitions program, private showings for donors, donor recognition events, and opening of exhibitions. Works with Institutional Advancement and campus communication to publicize events, new collections, exhibitions, programs and other activities. Oversees Special Research Collections Curators responsible for organizing lecturers, exhibitions, and programs to showcase outstanding collections and encourage research and use of collections. Establishes partnerships with campus departments, museums, UC system wide Special Collections Departments, and units within the library to maximize support and increase visibility of the collections.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required: ALA accredited MLS or Masters in Archival Studies, and an advanced degree in a relevant subject area or a substantial record of research and scholarship. Demonstrated experience in Special Collections and Archives. Superior leadership skills. Ability to articulate a vision for Special Collections, set priorities, organizational goals, and introduce and manage change in the Department. Demonstrated management and supervision experience with success in leading, guiding, and fostering a dynamic workplace environment. Strong success in building outstanding special collections with proven experience in collection development. Demonstrated working knowledge of the rare book and manuscripts trade. Familiarity with the principles and methods of conservation, preservation, and security of materials. Experience working with Curators, technical services and digital processing.
Understanding of emerging technologies, key issues and trends in archives and special collections. Excellent analytical, creative problem solving skills, and ability to exercise sound judgment. Budget and resource allocations experience. Strong commitment to excellence in public service. Commitment to serving diverse users including faculty, students, researchers, community users, visiting scholars, etc. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with campus scholars, officials, UC colleagues, dealers, vendors, staff, and library supporters.
Demonstrated success in building, cultivating, and pursuing donor relationships. Record of achievement in fundraising, writing and obtaining grants, gifts and awards. Ability and willingness to organize, publicize, and promote a variety of events for the Department of Special Research Collections. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Record of active and continuous participation in professional associations.
Preferred: Knowledge of copyright law. Certification by the Academy of Certified Archivists.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Librarians at the University of California, Santa Barbara are professional academic appointees who accrue vacation at the rate of two days per month and sick leave at the rate of one day per month. The University has an excellent retirement system which is coordinated with Social Security. A selection of group health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans are offered by the University.
TO APPLY:
•Consideration of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled; applications must be completed by Friday, March 7.
•Applications will be accepted online through UC Recruit: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00222.
oHelp for UC Recruit is available at https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/help/applicants.
•For additional assistance, contact Ryan George with Library Human Resources at (805) 893-3841 or [log in to unmask].
•Appointment and/or continued employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check.
The Library is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
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S. Michael Kim
Head of Cataloging & Metadata Services
UCSB Library
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA 93106
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4. [sla-dmah] FW: Associate Director for Scholarly Resources, Librarian IV-Austin, Texas, USA
Associate Director of Scholarly Resources [Librarian IV]
Nettie Lee Benson Latin American Collection
The University of Texas Libraries — The University of Texas at Austin
The Benson Latin American Collection
The Nettie Lee Benson Latin American Collection (http://www.lib.utexas.edu/benson/), a unit of the University of Texas Libraries (http://www.lib.utexas.edu/), is one of the premiere libraries in the world focused on Latin America and Latino Studies. In partnership with the Teresa Lozano Long Institute for Latin American Studies (LLILAS) (http://www.utexas.edu/cola/insts/llilas/), the Benson Collection is a regular destination for visitors from throughout the world. The Benson Collection is a specialized research library focusing on materials from and about Latin America, and materials relating to Latinos in the United States.
The Benson Collection is continually enriched by a vigorous acquisitions program and by a growing collection of original digital resources available online. The Benson Collection contains over 970,000 books, periodicals, and pamphlets and microforms, 4,000 linear feet of manuscripts, 19,000 maps, 11,500 broadsides, 90,500 photographs, and 50,000 items in a variety of other media. The Rare Books and Manuscripts division is one of four UT Austin sites with extensive holdings of rare materials—from the “first books” published in the Americas in sixteenth-century Mexico, to the personal libraries and papers of key figures in the contemporary history of Latin and Latino/a America. The Collection annually hosts hundreds of scholars from the United States, Latin American, Europe, and Asia.
Since 2011, the Benson Collection has been in formal partnership with LLILAS, now operating collaboratively as LLILAS Benson Latin American Studies and Collections under the leadership of a common Director. The Benson Collection staff is comprised of 6 librarians, 2 archivists, a curator, 8 support staff, student assistants, plus shared staff with LLILAS, including: a Chief of Staff, Associate Director for Development, Digital Scholarship Coordinator and Grant Writer.
Responsibilities: Reporting to the LILLAS Benson Director, the Associate Director of Scholarly Resources collaborates both with other librarians in the Benson Collection and with other bibliographers in the UT Libraries.
The Librarian serves as the lead administrator and head bibliographer for the Benson Collection. This includes serving as a key member of the leadership team of LLILAS Benson Latin American Studies and Collections.
Specific responsibilities include:
· Primary administrative responsibility for all Benson Collection departments, including Rare Books and Manuscripts, Public Services, Bibliographers, and Digital Scholarship. Provides leadership and vision in strategic planning and implementation. Monitors day-to-day library operations and activities. Works with LLILAS Benson Director, Chief of Staff and Senior Administrative Associate to develop and manage Benson budget, including endowments.
· Supervises and promotes the professional development of Benson Collection staff. Conducts annual performance reviews. Serves on the LLILAS Benson leadership team. Represents the Benson Collection on the University of Texas Libraries Administrative Council and other committees as appropriate.
· Sets priorities for Collection growth for both physical and digital collections. Selects materials, acquires books, and reviews and manages approval plans. Provides leadership, professional development and guidance for the Benson bibliographers. Works strategically with the Benson Archivist on rare materials acquisitions. Evaluates gift materials. Prepares and presents relevant collection statistics.
· Serves as a liaison with UT faculty, visiting scholars, and visitors on development and use of collections.
· Serves as the Benson Collection's principal contact for library matters. Represents the Benson Collection with the University of Texas Libraries, UT-Austin administration, patrons, donors and other stakeholders. Represents the Benson Collection at events. Represents the Benson Collection at regional, national and international meetings and conferences concerned with Latin American librarianship.
Required: Advanced professional or academic degree that brings expertise relevant to library operations. Specialization in or thorough knowledge of the history and culture of Latin America/Caribbean. Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Portuguese. Demonstrated experience in collection development and management. Experience supervising and professionally developing staff. Experience managing budgets. Sufficient experience and expertise to be able to lead and supervise a staff increasingly oriented toward digital scholarship and to provide leadership in decision-making and strategic planning necessary for expanding an outstanding collection of rare archival materials. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, using tact, diplomacy and discretion at all times including ability to communicate with diverse populations. Work in a collaborative manner. Interact in a professional manner with faculty, staff, students, researchers, donors and the public. Organize short- and long-term priorities and projects and work with multiple deadlines. Work independently and as a team member. Independent decision making and problem solving ability. Flexible and willing to take on new responsibilities.
Preferred: PhD strongly preferred. Experience working in a leadership position at a research library. Experience in strategic planning. Experience in policy development. Thorough knowledge of and commitment to digital scholarship initiatives. Demonstrated potential for leadership in university, state, national, and international programs and initiatives. Evidence of excellent written, communication and problem solving skills. Evidence of initiative, creative energy and resourcefulness. Awareness of and application of trends. Experience related to the duties.
Salary and Benefits: Minimum of $64,431 annually or more, negotiable depending on qualifications and experience. No state or local income tax. Standard state benefits package including annual vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, retirement plans, and health insurance options (comprehensive major medical, dental, vision, life, and disability). Deferred compensation and tax sheltered annuity programs also available.
Recruiting Schedule: All interested candidates must complete an online application by going to: http://www.utexas.edu/hr/prospective/apply/process.html#completing . Please follow all instructions given. When applying online, please also refer to job posting number 14-02-14-01-0082 (https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/hr/jobs/nlogon/140214010082 ). An email confirmation will be sent to those who apply online along with a set of job-related questions that candidates will be asked to return in order for their application materials to be complete.
Application materials should be submitted as soon as possible. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: Library Human Resources: [log in to unmask] (512-495-4360).
The University of Texas Libraries has a strong commitment to diversity and encourages applications and nominations from traditionally underrepresented groups. Early career applicants are encouraged to apply.
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer