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UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE LIBRARIES FACULTY VACANCY Collection Management Librarian Appointment Rank: Lecturer (temporary appointment) Department: Assessment Programs & Collection Strategy Reports To: Head, Assessment Programs & Collection Strategy Salary: $50,000 Available: August 1, 2021 Location: Knoxville, TN UT Libraries seeks a results-oriented, creative, proactive, and organized individual to serve as Collection Management Librarian for a limited duration appointment. This position will serve as project manager for a multi-year project involving strategic planning, assessment, retention, and disposition of the Libraries’ physical collections in preparation for a planned off-site storage facility, and with the goal of maximizing effective and innovative use of the Libraries’ physical spaces while preserving the excellence of our collections. The Librarian will work with a smart, efficient, and engaged team to plan, launch, execute, and track progress on this multi-faceted project. This is a position of matrix leadership, coordinating planning and processes across multiple library departments and stakeholders, including but not limited to: Assessment Programs and Collections Strategy (APCS), Collection Logistics, Cataloging, Acquisitions and Continuing Resources (ACR), Liaison Programs, Special Collections, Preservation, and Library Administration. SPECIFIC DUTIES * Convene a project team consisting of members from units across the Libraries * In consultation with the project team and other stakeholders, create a plan and timeline for the project * In coordination with stakeholders, draft retention and disposition guidelines for all Libraries facilities while ensuring collaborative print retention commitments are honored * With support from Assessment Programs and Collection Strategy (APCS), use a product such as Greenglass to analyze our collection and inform retention decisions * Recommend which retained items should move to storage and which should remain in Hodges or a branch library * Invite stakeholder input and communicate progress to project stakeholders in the Libraries; work with others on external communications * Work with Preservation Specialist to assess microfilm in storage for electronic access and deaccession as necessary * Coordinate retention decisions for maps * Work with Cataloging department on database maintenance and processing related to collections inventory and retention decisions * Working with Collection Logistics and APCS, develop a preliminary inventory of space and shelving needs QUALIFICATIONS Required - * ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library/Information Science or equivalent degree in relevant discipline * Demonstrated experience managing multifaceted projects * Excellent organizational, analytical, and planning skills * Demonstrated experience using spreadsheets * Evidence of ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a diverse academic community, including with library colleagues and campus partners * Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills * Evidence of commitment to diversity and inclusion in a higher education setting Preferred - * Experience performing data analysis and using data to make evidence-based decisions * Experience with collection development in an academic library * Experience as a subject librarian or subject liaison ENVIRONMENT The University of Tennessee Libraries serves the flagship campus of Tennessee’s premier public research university. The University of Tennessee holds the Carnegie Foundation Research 1 designation, granted to doctoral universities with very high research activity. As a land-grant university and as Volunteers, serving our state and nation are key to our mission. UT enrolls approximately 30,000 students at its Knoxville campus. Demographically, 24% of all students identify as non-white, 24% identify as first-generation students and 29% are Pell-eligible. The University culture is guided by adherence to core values that define the Volunteer spirit and include: seeking knowledge; leading with innovation and integrity; advancing diversity and inclusion; engaging locally and globally; and embracing responsible stewardship of resources. 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 John C. Hodges Library in the heart of campus houses the majority of the UT Libraries' collections and many unique services. Two branch libraries offer specialized collections and services: the Webster C. Pendergrass Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine Library and the George F. DeVine Music Library. The UT Libraries is a national leader in 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 UT Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, HathiTrust, the Library Publishing Coalition, LYRASIS, and the Center for Research Libraries. The UT Libraries collaborates actively at the state level with the other University of Tennessee System libraries as well as the libraries in the Tennessee Board of Regents system. The UT Libraries champions diversity in collections and staffing. The University of Tennessee is committed to creating a welcoming environment. More information about how we put our principles of civility and community into action is available at https://www.lib.utk.edu/diversity/. Additional information about this position and the UT community is available at https://www.lib.utk.edu/employment/position/collection-management-librarian/ BENEFITS Temporary appointment at the rank of Lecturer with a salary of $50,000 with the option to renew up to 3 years. Faculty rank and status; twelve-month, non-tenure-track appointment. Excellent benefits include 24 annual leave days; choice of state retirement plan (TCRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) (VOYA, TIAA, VALIC) 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. UT’s Prospective Faculty Viewbook<https://provost.utk.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2017/12/Prospective-Faculty-Viewbook-1.pdf> has information on academic support, personal support, and living in Knoxville. APPLICATION PROCEDURES A background check and official transcripts are required prior to hiring. In order to be considered for candidacy, you must submit, via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/92269, a cover letter addressing the above qualifications, a current resume or CV, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three recent references. Questions may be directed to Elizabeth Greene, Executive Director, Libraries Administration and Human Resources, [log in to unmask] Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. 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, and 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. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.