UC San Diego
Arts & Humanities Collection Strategist, Music Librarian
UC San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92154
Position overview
Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.Position title:
Arts & Humanities Collection Strategist, Music LibrarianSalary range:
A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $61,920-$149,167.The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment.Application WindowOpen date:
February 28, 2024Next review date:
Monday, Apr 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final date:
Saturday, Feb 1, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.Position descriptionArts & Humanities Collection Strategist, Music LibrarianThe University of California San Diego Library seeks applications from highly motivated, innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented professionals to join the Library as our
Arts & Humanities Collection Strategist and Music Liaison Librarian
(Associate or Full Librarian). This position reports to the Director of the Library's Collection Development & Management Program (CDM).The University of California San Diego Library is committed to supporting academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body.Responsibilities of the PositionArts & Humanities Collection StrategistCollections within the Arts & Humanities portfolio support the Departments of Visual Arts, Music, Literature, Philosophy, and Theatre & Dance, as well as related disciplines, such as World History and Cultural Studies, Film Studies, and Classical Studies.Key responsibilities include:Oversees budget allocations and expenditures for the Arts & Humanities related funds. Provides collections-related information, direction, support, and training to subject librarians selecting materials in these fields.Provides leadership and guidance in envisioning the future direction of collections including budget sustainability, open access initiatives, and digital collection development.Reviews and provides feedback for new resources, renewals, and cancellations. Provides campus input on UC-wide licensed resources.Represents Arts & Humanities interests on scholarly communication issues. Participates in local and UC system-wide groups for scholarly communications, open access, and transformative agreements.Represents Arts & Humanities subjects in decision-making for the physical collections. Coordinates weeding and space-optimization projects for existing physical collections. Provides input and recommendations in managing physical collections in the context of UC Shared Print Initiatives and other regional and national consortia.Represents the Library on appropriate UC-wide Common Knowledge Groups (comprised of selectors and librarians with common subject responsibilities at other UC campuses). Participates in the coordination of agreements for resources with publishers and other UC Libraries.Subject Librarian for MusicLiaison assignment includes working closely with the Department of Music faculty, staff, and students, Art Power, the performing arts initiative on campus, and other constituents pursuing music scholarship on the UC San Diego campus.Key responsibilities include:Serves as the primary contact for research and educational needs of the Department of Music and develops and promotes innovative services and resources to enhance the research, teaching, and learning mission of UC San Diego.Actively engages with faculty and students in music-affiliated programs and other groups performing arts initiatives.Develops music-related print and audio collections to support the teaching, learning, and research needs of students and faculty, and to highlight local and regional strengths of the UC San Diego music community.Provides music-related reference and research assistance and consultations, and music-related instruction services.Develops and maintains subject/discipline/format specific online guides and learning objects to promote important music content to the campus community.Collaborates with other librarians and staff on collection management issues related to music collections, including print resources and physical audio formats.Informational WebinarsApplicants are invited to attend an informational webinar to learn more about the position, the campus, and the University Library. If interested, please register using the links provided:Information Session @ Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 3-4PM PST: LinkInformation Session @ Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 10-11AM PST: LinkThe attendee list will be hidden to ensure confidentiality. Attendance is not required to apply or be considered for this position. Live captioning will be provided via Zoom Live Transcript. Inquiries and nominations may be directed to David Schmitt, Collection Development and Management (dschmitt@ucsd.edu).QualificationsBasic qualifications
(required at time of application)MLS/MLIS, or equivalent advanced degree or experience.Demonstrated experience managing a collections budget and developing library collections, including audio formats.Demonstrated experience in providing library public services including reference, research consultations, and/or instruction services.Demonstrated effectiveness in communicating and applying interpersonal skills including intercultural competence and awareness of customer service methods and practices that support student well-being and belonging.Demonstrated effectiveness in synthesizing a variety of perspectives to work with others to meet Library goals and patron needs.Demonstrated commitment to excellence in service and ability to work both independently and collaboratively with faculty, students, staff, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds and cultures.Preferred qualificationsUndergraduate and/or advanced degree in Music.Demonstrated experience working in an academic or research library.Professional service or scholarship in music and/or music librarianship.Demonstrated experience with digital collection projects.Application RequirementsDocument requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.Cover LetterStatement of Research (Optional)Statement of Teaching (Optional)Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity.Misc / Additional (Optional)Reference requirements3-5 required (contact information only)Apply link:
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ecampillo@ucsd.eduAbout UC San DiegoThe University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University controlled properties.The UC San Diego Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at: Link. This report provides crime and fire statistics, as well as institutional policy statement & procedures. Contact the UC San Diego Police Department at (858) 534-4361 if you want to obtain paper copies of this report.Job location : La Jolla, CA
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Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.Position title:
Arts & Humanities Collection Strategist, Music LibrarianSalary range:
A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $61,920-$149,167.The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment.Application WindowOpen date:
February 28, 2024Next review date:
Monday, Apr 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final date:
Saturday, Feb 1, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.Position descriptionArts & Humanities Collection Strategist, Music LibrarianThe University of California San Diego Library seeks applications from highly motivated, innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented professionals to join the Library as our
Arts & Humanities Collection Strategist and Music Liaison Librarian
(Associate or Full Librarian). This position reports to the Director of the Library's Collection Development & Management Program (CDM).The University of California San Diego Library is committed to supporting academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body.Responsibilities of the PositionArts & Humanities Collection StrategistCollections within the Arts & Humanities portfolio support the Departments of Visual Arts, Music, Literature, Philosophy, and Theatre & Dance, as well as related disciplines, such as World History and Cultural Studies, Film Studies, and Classical Studies.Key responsibilities include:Oversees budget allocations and expenditures for the Arts & Humanities related funds. Provides collections-related information, direction, support, and training to subject librarians selecting materials in these fields.Provides leadership and guidance in envisioning the future direction of collections including budget sustainability, open access initiatives, and digital collection development.Reviews and provides feedback for new resources, renewals, and cancellations. Provides campus input on UC-wide licensed resources.Represents Arts & Humanities interests on scholarly communication issues. Participates in local and UC system-wide groups for scholarly communications, open access, and transformative agreements.Represents Arts & Humanities subjects in decision-making for the physical collections. Coordinates weeding and space-optimization projects for existing physical collections. Provides input and recommendations in managing physical collections in the context of UC Shared Print Initiatives and other regional and national consortia.Represents the Library on appropriate UC-wide Common Knowledge Groups (comprised of selectors and librarians with common subject responsibilities at other UC campuses). Participates in the coordination of agreements for resources with publishers and other UC Libraries.Subject Librarian for MusicLiaison assignment includes working closely with the Department of Music faculty, staff, and students, Art Power, the performing arts initiative on campus, and other constituents pursuing music scholarship on the UC San Diego campus.Key responsibilities include:Serves as the primary contact for research and educational needs of the Department of Music and develops and promotes innovative services and resources to enhance the research, teaching, and learning mission of UC San Diego.Actively engages with faculty and students in music-affiliated programs and other groups performing arts initiatives.Develops music-related print and audio collections to support the teaching, learning, and research needs of students and faculty, and to highlight local and regional strengths of the UC San Diego music community.Provides music-related reference and research assistance and consultations, and music-related instruction services.Develops and maintains subject/discipline/format specific online guides and learning objects to promote important music content to the campus community.Collaborates with other librarians and staff on collection management issues related to music collections, including print resources and physical audio formats.Informational WebinarsApplicants are invited to attend an informational webinar to learn more about the position, the campus, and the University Library. If interested, please register using the links provided:Information Session @ Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 3-4PM PST: LinkInformation Session @ Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 10-11AM PST: LinkThe attendee list will be hidden to ensure confidentiality. Attendance is not required to apply or be considered for this position. Live captioning will be provided via Zoom Live Transcript. Inquiries and nominations may be directed to David Schmitt, Collection Development and Management (dschmitt@ucsd.edu).QualificationsBasic qualifications
(required at time of application)MLS/MLIS, or equivalent advanced degree or experience.Demonstrated experience managing a collections budget and developing library collections, including audio formats.Demonstrated experience in providing library public services including reference, research consultations, and/or instruction services.Demonstrated effectiveness in communicating and applying interpersonal skills including intercultural competence and awareness of customer service methods and practices that support student well-being and belonging.Demonstrated effectiveness in synthesizing a variety of perspectives to work with others to meet Library goals and patron needs.Demonstrated commitment to excellence in service and ability to work both independently and collaboratively with faculty, students, staff, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds and cultures.Preferred qualificationsUndergraduate and/or advanced degree in Music.Demonstrated experience working in an academic or research library.Professional service or scholarship in music and/or music librarianship.Demonstrated experience with digital collection projects.Application RequirementsDocument requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.Cover LetterStatement of Research (Optional)Statement of Teaching (Optional)Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity.Misc / Additional (Optional)Reference requirements3-5 required (contact information only)Apply link:
LinkHelp contact:
ecampillo@ucsd.eduAbout UC San DiegoThe University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University controlled properties.The UC San Diego Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at: Link. This report provides crime and fire statistics, as well as institutional policy statement & procedures. Contact the UC San Diego Police Department at (858) 534-4361 if you want to obtain paper copies of this report.Job location : La Jolla, CA
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