Library/Archive Manager I Job at University of Wisconsin- River Falls in River F

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

• Resume
• Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)

Inquiries should be addressed to:
Morgan Paavola

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before February 2, 2025.

Salary range: $55,000-$59,500

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave.

Position Information:

Position Title: Collection Services Manager

Appointment Type: Academic Staff-Fixed Term Renewable

FLSA Status: Exempt

FTE: 100%

Typical Working Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:45am – 4:30pm, with occasional schedule changes and nights/weekends based on needs of department and library

Location: On Campus

Position Summary: This position is a 100% appointment in Collection Services under the general supervision of the Library Director. Manages the Collection Services unit through the supervision of personnel, participates in long-term strategic planning, and solves complex issues, which impact other units or services. Collaborates with senior leadership to implement the strategic vision and goals.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise unit personnel. Hire, train, coach, and evaluate employees to manage and improve performance.
• Oversee day-to-day management of unit operations, services, and space.
• Communicate the strategic direction of the department as determined by leadership.
• Design, develop, and provide leadership on projects, programs, procedures, and services.
• Resolve complex issues which may impact policies and procedures within the unit.
• Oversee collections budgets.
• Collaborate with other managers to develop and implement initiatives and technological enterprises which directly affect the libraries.
• Advance librarianship/archives at the campus, local, and state level through committee participation.
• Serve as a liaison to academic disciplines and/or other campus units providing information on collections, instructional and research support, and library services.
• Manage the library’s collection of electronic resources.
• Serve as a contact for vendors providing collection content; establish, maintain, and review relationships with vendors and publishers.
• Perform original and copy cataloging in all formats.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in library and information science accredited by the American Library Association with a minimum of two years subsequent library experience.
• Knowledge of cataloging standards, RDA (Resource Description and Access), Library of Congress classification and Library of Congress subject headings.
• Experience of increasing responsibility in library technical services operations.
• Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively both as a team member and independently, and to promote teamwork among colleagues.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively organize information, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing electronic resources.
• Experience working with major library vendors and publishers, including the negotiation of license agreements.
• Cataloging experience.
• Reference and/or library instruction experience.

Posting Number: AAF01019

Number of Vacancies: 1

Open Date: 01/09/2025

Closing Date: 02/03/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Legal Notices:
EEO/AA Statement: UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran or military status. All persons, especially women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials: The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released.

Title IX Notice: As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment.

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Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy: Employment will require a criminal background check. Final candidates will be required to provide three professional references with at least one being a prior supervisor.