Head, Rare Books & Special Collections (full time, ongoing, 5 year renewable administrative term)
UBC Library
The University of British Columbia Library is one of the largest academic libraries in Canada, ranked 14th among the Association of Research Libraries. UBC Library has 14 branches and divisions, two campuses (Vancouver and Kelowna), one off-site hospital library, and the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre - a multi-purpose teaching and learning facility.
The Library’s collection of over 7M items includes 1.4M ebooks, 229,020 electronic journals, 850,000 maps, audio, DVD/video and graphic materials, and 1, 703 bibliographic and fulltext databases.
More than 300 knowledgeable employees – librarians, management and professional staff, support staff and student staff – provide users with the excellent resources and services that they need to further their research, teaching and learning.
The Rare Books and Special Collections (RBSC) Division holds and manages the majority of the Library’s rare books, maps and manuscripts with a special emphasis on material related to British Columbia. The archival collections at RBSC include the world-renowned Chung Collection, the archives of artist and author Douglas Coupland and the Langmann Family Collection of B.C. Photographs, containing over 18,000 images of B.C. and the Pacific Northwest. More information about Rare Books and Special Collections can be found under http://rbsc.library.ubc.ca/.
The UBC Library Strategic Plan 2010-2015 can be viewed at www.library.ubc.ca/strategicplan/.
OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION:
Reporting to the Associate University Librarian (AUL) Collection Development and Management Programs, the Head of Rare Books and Special Collections (RBSC) will guide the unit through its continuing evolution into a dynamic and innovative resource serving diverse and changing scholarly needs and interests. The Head will articulate a vision and strategic direction that promotes the visibility, accessibility and impact of the University’s primary rare and unique research materials, facilitates collaboration with relevant initiatives and programs, participates in the development of fundraising strategies and donor stewardship and integrates RBSC’s rare and unique holdings into teaching, research and learning activities at UBC and beyond.
The Head advises the AUL, Collection Development and Management Programs and the University Librarian on the identification and acquisition of rare books and special collections, and works closely with the Director of Library Development in external advancement efforts. The Head participates in developing and implementing policies and procedures that enhance growth of and access to special collections, working collaboratively with other Library units. Within the context of a changing special collections environment, the Head will be knowledgeable in the emerging areas of digital scholarship and its intersection with Special Collections holdings, and will foster advancement in these new areas of scholarship.
qualifications:
Required:
· An ALA-accredited MLIS or equivalent degree with a strong academic background, preferably at the graduate level in humanities in a relevant subject area or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
· Demonstrated experience over at least five years in acquiring and managing rare books and/or special collections in an academic or research environment is required and, preferably, experience with archival material.
· Demonstrated success in identifying, cultivating and stewarding donor relationships.
· Familiarity with current scholarship and research methods involving the use of rare books and manuscripts, as well as extensive knowledge of the antiquarian book trade, rare books, manuscripts and archives.
· Working knowledge and demonstrated ability in addressing the processing, curatorial and conservation issues associated with special collections and archives.
· Experience in cultivating successful donor relationships and expertise in gift-in-kind donations.
· An understanding of technologies role in enhancing information discovery and access, including the growing importance of collecting, preserving and providing access to born-digital primary source materials.
· Proven management and supervisory experience with success in leading, guiding and fostering a dynamic and respectful workplace.
· Excellent organizational, planning and project management skills, including sound judgment and ability to implement organizational change.
· Successful experience developing and managing outreach and exhibition programs.
· Proven record of effective collaboration with students, faculty, donors and researchers.
· Record of achievement in fundraising, writing and obtaining grants, gifts and awards.
Preferred:
· Knowledge of current and emerging trends that support the development of digital collections.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
The Head of RBSC reports to the AUL, Collection Development and Management Programs and works closely with the Head of Technical Services, Digital Initiatives, Library Development, Conservator and liaises with other Public Service Unit Heads to ensure the effective management of an increasingly integrate rare book and archival infrastructure. The Head works with the Director of Communications as well as Director of Development in working with external communities to both secure and promote RBSC collections. The Head works closely and cooperatively with the University Archivist in the development of policies relating to the shared reading room area as well as joint storage facilities. Works closely with Communications and IKBLC staff on promotion, marketing and community engagement activities relating to RBSC collections. The Head of RBSC leads, with a participatory and inclusive style, current staff of one librarian, one archivist and five library assistants as well as student workers. RBSC is a highly productive environment, one characterized by teamwork, respect, and collegiality. Evening and weekend work may be required.
duties:
SERVICES
COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT
SUPERVISION
Terms of Appointment and Salary:
This position will be filled as a full time ongoing position with a five year administrative term as Head, Rare Books & Special Collections (renewable). If eligible and qualified, the successful applicant may be appointed with a confirmed appointment.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and academic/professional qualifications.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
Applications will include: a letter of application, including a statement of citizenship/immigration status, indicating the candidate’s education and training; work experience in the areas listed above; evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as evaluations; and a detailed and current curriculum vitae.
To view the complete job description and to submit an application, please visit the UBC Careers page at http://facultycareers.ubc.ca/18821 by midnight on September 5, 2014.
(Sent on behalf of Ingrid Parent, University Librarian, UBC)
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4. [LIBJOBS] E-Records Manager, University Archives, UBC Library, British Columbia, Canada
E-Records Manager
University Archives
UBC Library
(Full-time, ongoing)
UBC Library
The University of British Columbia Library is one of the largest academic libraries in Canada, ranked 14th among the Association of Research Libraries. The Library consistently ranks among the top university research libraries in North America. UBC Library has 14 branches and divisions, two campuses (Vancouver and Kelowna), one off-site hospital library, and the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre - a multi-purpose teaching and learning facility.
The Library’s collection of over 7M items includes 1.4M ebooks, 229,020 electronic journals, 850,000 maps, audio, DVD/video and graphic materials, and 1, 703 bibliographic and fulltext databases.
More than 300 knowledgeable employees – librarians, management and professional staff, support staff and student staff – provide users with the excellent resources and services that they need to further their research, teaching and learning.
The University of British Columbia Archives serves as the institution's corporate memory by identifying, preserving, and making available for use the University's permanently valuable records, including textual, photographic, and audio-visual materials. The Archives also acquires records of independent student, alumni, and employee organizations; private papers from prominent faculty and alumni; University publications; and select research collections. The Archives also coordinates the University's records management programme; supports the administration by preserving evidence of past decisions and events; serves in a public relations capacity by disseminating information about UBC's history; and supports academic research through the provision of reference services and specialized research tools. More information about University Archives can be found at http://www.library.ubc.ca/archives.
The UBC Library Strategic Plan 2010-2015 can be viewed at www.library.ubc.ca/strategicplan/.
Overview of the position:
As part of an overarching effort to develop and deliver a comprehensive institutional records management service the E-Records Manager is responsible for the coordination and development of electronic records management and will help lead a team responsible for the development of over all records management excellence on campus.
Operating as part of the Library’s University Archives, the institutional records management program contributes to the increased security of university records and to the creation of the University’s collective institutional memory through the systematic identification and preservation of its permanently valuable records. In addition, the application of records retention schedules to corporate records throughout the organization ensures the creation, management and preservation of reliable records that are trustworthy as evidence as well as the secure destruction of records that have met their retention requirements.
The E-Records Manager is responsible for developing a comprehensive approach to E-Records Management and to provide expertise and guidance to units across campus. In addition to researching and making recommendations at a University wide level, the ERM will work with individual units to ensure best practices are followed and university records are retained appropriately. The ERM will work cooperatively with the University Records Manager to further develop a comprehensive institutional records disposition schedule and the University Records Management Manual. The E-Records Manager will help communicate the strategic direction of the records management program; help train staff responsible for corporate records; and participate in the development of University policies in records-related areas and other similar initiatives and projects as appropriate.
Qualifications:
Required:
· A graduate degree in Archival Studies is required as well as at least five years of demonstrated experience in records/information management within a large complex environment.
· Strong technical background – experience with database management, experience with electronic document/records management system technology required; ability to evaluate and recommend new technologies
· Experience creating, implementing, training, and auditing policies and procedures related to records management (physical and electronic records and information), throughout the life cycle.
· Experience developing records retention schedules; knowledge of provincial and federal acts, legislation and regulations and of provincial, national and international standards impacting on the retention of University records
· Thorough understanding of the principles, methods, and techniques of records and information management, and of archives management.
· Ability to work independently
· Excellent analytical and organizational abilities
· Effective interpersonal, presentation and communications skills
Preferred qualifications:
· A C.R.M designation
· Project Management experience
Working relationships:
The E-Records Manager reports to the University Archivist. The position will work collaboratively with the University Records Manager. The E-Records Manager will liaise extensively with University units, and will work cooperatively with all information management related units including IT Services, IT Security, the Director of Personal Information Governance, and the Access and Privacy Manager in the Office of Legal Counsel. The E-Records Manager will work with the University Archives to identify e-records for permanent preservation.
Terms of Appointment and Salary:
This position will be filled as a full time ongoing position. If eligible and qualified, the successful applicant may be appointed with a confirmed appointment. Otherwise, there will be an initial three-year probationary appointment. Normally, such an appointment is reviewed by the end of the second year of appointment, and a recommendation is made at that time to grant or not to grant a confirmed appointment.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and academic/professional qualifications.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
Applications will include: a letter of application that includes a statement of citizenship/immigration status and indicates the candidate’s education, training and work experience in the areas listed above; a detailed and current curriculum vitae.
To view the complete job description and to submit an application, please visit the UBC Careers page at http://facultycareers.ubc.ca/19080 by midnight on September 13, 2014.
(Sent on behalf of Ingrid Parent, University Librarian, UBC)
Please forgive duplicate notice – this announcement has been sent to several lists:
Position Announcement
Head of Acquisitions & Collections Services
The Ohio University Libraries seeks applications and nominations for an innovative and collaborative professional to provide leadership and direction as Head of Acquisitions & Collections Services. The successful candidate will bring expertise to services supporting the acquisition and deliverability of the Libraries’ collections with the vision of the Libraries as being a “dynamic gateway for the discovery, creation and exchange of knowledge, which enables students, faculty and staff to realize their promise and to achieve excellence.”
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Collections & Digital Initiatives, the Head of Acquisitions & Collections Services and promotes a collaborative and healthy work environment. The department includes acquisitions, acquisitions accounting, binding, electronic resource management, ILL, licensing, processing, and reserves. The department head collects and evaluates data that supports collection development and management, promotes financial responsibility, and produces effective workflows. The person in this position will work closely with fellow department heads, subject librarians, and other staff to ensure the effective and timely delivery of resources to all users. The successful candidate will demonstrate the capacity to thrive in a dynamic and changing environment.
Specifically, the Head of Acquisitions & Collections Services:
• Manages in the daily activities of the department and participates where appropriate.
• Leads staff in setting and achieving departmental goals and objectives in line with the Libraries’ strategic priorities.
• Provides coaching, mentoring, and technical expertise to library staff within and outside of department.
• Identifies trends, new protocols, best practices and processes requiring improvement to ensure the department is meeting the needs of the users.
• Collaborates with other department heads and library administration to ensure effective, efficient and user-oriented services across the libraries.
• Engages in regular professional development through research, publications, presentations and participation in regional and national associations as part of the continuing commitment to bring best practices and innovative services to Ohio University students and faculty.
Qualifications
Required
• A Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited institution.
• Minimum three years of progressively responsible experience in acquisitions or a related area.
• Basic understanding of publisher and vendor marketplace for scholarly resources.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with a commitment to data-informed decision making processes.
• Successful supervisory experience.
Preferred
• Experience leading teams and fostering collaborative relationships.
• Ability to successfully negotiate pricing and licensing for academic content.
• Experience with consortial purchasing.
• Ability to develop and maintain excellent relationships with selectors, vendors, and content providers.
• Familiarity with fund accounting and library collections budgets.
• Familiarity with copyright principles as they relate to the specifics of this position.
Ohio University Libraries takes pride in providing outstanding service to all its clientele. University Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, and a founding member of OhioLINK. The Libraries’ facilities include the Vernon R. Alden Library, the Music/Dance Library and the Southeast Ohio Regional Library Depository.
With over 3,300,000 volumes, 1,000,000+ e-books and 55,000 e-journals, OHIO has one of the largest academic libraries in North America. During the 2012/2013 academic year, the Libraries received nearly 2,000,000 visits, 5,000,000+ database and catalog searches, and close to 12,000 virtual reference transactions.
The collections of the Ohio University Libraries currently include approximately 2.25 million print volumes and 750,000 digital volumes, with notable strength in Southeast Asian and African materials, fine arts, and special collections related to contemporary history and journalism. Digitized collections include those of Senator George V. Voinovich; pioneer newspaper entrepreneur E.W. Scripps; King Chulalongkorn of Siam diaries; Ceremonial Artifacts Collection of the Yao culture of North Vietnam; and University Archives including yearbooks and videos. More information about the Libraries unique collections can be viewed athttp://media.library.ohiou.edu/.
Ohio University is a comprehensive, state-assisted institution that is classified, by the Carnegie Foundation as a Research Universities (high research activity) institution. Ohio University, located in the scenic foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, shares the City of Athens, a culturally-rich sustainable community 75 miles southeast of Columbus and 156 miles west of Cincinnati. There are close to 22,000 students enrolled on the Athens campus (27,400 including eLearning), more than 10,000 students on the five regional campuses for a total enrollment of 37,452, with 282 majors offered. The University offers a diverse, dynamic and collegial atmosphere to all its students, faculty and staff.
Salary & Benefits
Salary is commensurate with experience and education. Ohio University employees enjoy a liberal benefits package including 22 days annual vacation, generous insurance, and a State of Ohio employee retirement or an alternative retirement package.
Review of applications begins August 26, 2014; however applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is identified. Position is available immediately. Please apply online at http://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/10709.
Ohio University is committed to the diversity of faculty, staff and students. Applicants who will enrich the diversity of OHIO’s campus are especially encouraged to apply.
Please excuse cross postings.
Digital Scholarship Librarian - Claremont Colleges Library (CA)
Come to sunny Southern California and support digital scholarship!
The Claremont Colleges Library seeks a Digital Scholarship Librarian (DSL) dedicated to promoting the vital role of scholarly communication in the liberal arts context. We provide innovative, engaging, and responsive services to support digital scholarly communications. The library collects, builds, and connects the resources that the faculty and students need to advance teaching, learning, and research at the Claremont Colleges.
The Claremont Colleges, are a consortium of five undergraduate liberal arts colleges and two graduate institutions, located just east of Los Angeles in the “City of trees and PhDs,” Claremont, California.
Under the broad direction of the Head of Scholarly Communication & Digital Publishing, the DSL will manage the operations of our institutional repository, Scholarship@Claremont. The DSL will collaborate with other librarians and staff to ensure that advocacy for and support of digital scholarly communication is central to the library’s profile. The DSL will develop educational and programmatic activities with consortial partners, and assess the scholarly communication efforts and needs of the Claremont Colleges. This librarian will provide guidance and support to faculty and students on copyright and intellectual property rights management issues. The DSL will represent the library in rapidly developing pedagogical, digital humanities, and other intercollegiate initiatives within the consortium.
Responsibilities:
Primary contact for Scholarship@Claremont, to ensure the rapid development and sustainability of this digital publishing platform
Supports faculty and students by providing guidance, advice, and resources on copyright issues and intellectual property rights management
Supports new knowledge creation including digital humanities scholarship
Documents, communicates, markets and provides outreach for the services and resources of the library’s scholarly communications and digital publishing efforts
Qualifications:
Three years’ experience working with digital scholarship and publishing in an academic library or other research environment
Experience with web-based publishing, presentation tools, and various media types
High energy, passion, positive attitude, ambition, initiative, self-direction
Deep understanding of the research process and knowledge of the ways that new technologies are affecting the production of scholarship.
Demonstrated ability to share ideas and concepts effectively across diverse interdisciplinary constituents
Close familiarity with current and emerging issues in open education, open textbooks, open access, copyright, and intellectual property
Ability to work cooperatively with librarians, faculty, staff, and students in a demanding and rapidly changing information landscape
For Further Information:
To view the complete job description and to submit an application, please visit the Claremont University Consortium Jobs posthttps://jobs.cuc.claremont.edu/postings/504