Collection Strategist, Assistant or Associate Librarian
University of Central Florida - Orlando, Florida, us, 32885Work at University of Central Florida
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Overview
The University of Central Florida (UCF) Libraries seeks an inquisitive and analytical Collection Strategist to work at the John C. Hitt Library in Orlando, Florida. This position will join the Division of Collection Services & Resource Management (CSRM) providing holistic collection services to support the vibrant UCF community. Reporting directly to the Associate Dean for the CSRM Division, the position will lead the Libraries' data-informed collection assessments and recommend practices to optimize library collection strategies. We will hire at the rank of Assistant or Associate Librarian. The successful candidate will be provided with mentoring, professional development, and training in support of their advancement and growth.
Responsibilities:
Design interpretive reports and data visualizations to best communicate the impact of library collections in supporting UCF's research, teaching, and learning priorities.
Lead collection analyses for the UCF academic program reviews, accreditations, and new program proposals in collaboration with subject librarians.
Develop consistent assessment plans and benchmarks for collection services.
Establish transformative workflows to meet the evolving collection needs of the UCF community.
Coordinate effective licensing processes for the library collection contents and applications.
Investigate emerging trends in collection initiatives and incorporate them into the Libraries' collections framework.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in library and/or information science from an accredited institution at the time of appointment.
To be eligible for appointment as Associate Librarian upon hire, the selected candidate must have a demonstrated record of librarianship, scholarship, and service commensurate with an appointment at the rank of Associate Librarian.
Experience with a Library Services Platform (LSP).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in evidence-based collection assessments in academic libraries.
Proficiency in data visualization.
Experience in licensing agreements for library resources.
Competency in Ex Libris Alma Analytics.
Knowledge of standard practices in harvesting data for library collections.
Additional Application Materials Required:
UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/. In addition to the online application, candidates should upload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references.
The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.
NOTE:
Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.
Questions regarding this search should be directed to
Athena Hoeppner, Search Chair, at athena@ucf.edu.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
Application review begins 8/15/2024
Assistant Librarian salary begins at $60,000
Associate Librarian salary begins at $70,000
Job Close Date:Open until filled.
Note to applicants:
Please keep in mind that a job posted as ' Open until filled ' may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.
Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:
Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.
Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
Retirement savings options.
Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
Education assistance.
Flexible work environment.
And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.Department:
University Libraries - OperationsWork Schedule:
VariesType of Appointment:
RegularEqual Employment Opportunity Statement:The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President's Statement.The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
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