I was asked to forward this job posting to the AJL list.
Thanks.
Nancy
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*POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT*
Position:Head of Liberal Arts Programs, University Libraries
Rank: Assistant or Associate Librarian (tenure-track)
Reports to:Associate Dean of Research and Instructional Services
Location:Mary Idema Pew Library Learning & Information Commons,
Allendale, MI
Grand Valley State University Libraries seeks engaged and collegial
applicants for Head of Liberal Arts Programs. This tenure-track faculty
librarian position provides guidance, supervision, and leadership for a
team of liberal arts librarians and professional support staff from a
variety of backgrounds and mentors library faculty and staff in
connecting their work to the libraries' mission, vision, values, and
strategic priorities.
The individual in this position works collaboratively with all
department heads and the libraries’ leadership team to facilitate
communication and teamwork, to provide excellent public services, and to
strategically convey the importance of the library and its services to
the higher education community. The successful candidate will directly
assist in furthering the libraries' outreach, collection development,
scholarly communications, and instructional goals.
GVSU librarians are full members of the university faculty and must
possess the potential to fulfill the requirements for promotion and
tenure, and are expected to engage in scholarship and professional
development, institutional and professional service, and faculty
governance.
Required qualifications:
·A master's degree from a program accredited by the American Library
Association (ALA) or from a program in a country with a formal
accreditation process as identified by ALA.
·Two years of supervisory experience, including demonstrated ability to
lead team-based projects
·Demonstrated commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive
environment for a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students
·Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability work successfully in an
intensely collaborative environment
·Minimum of five years of professional library experience
·Demonstrated knowledge of issues and trends in higher education and
academic libraries
·Ability to meet the university’s expectations of scholarship and
service for tenure
·Experience with instruction,collection development, and scholarly
communication
·Commitment to professional development and ability to mentor faculty
and staff
Preferred qualifications:
·Minimum of three years of academic library experience
·Experience working in a shared governance environment with faculty
librarians
·Evidence of scholarly publications and significant presentations
contributing to the body of knowledge in the field of librarianship
Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and
ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional
identities. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative. TDD Callers: Call Michigan
Relay Center 1-800-649-3777. Salary range is commensurate with
experience. GVSU librarians enjoy a comprehensive benefit package,
including support for professional development.
Grand Valley State University is a public four-year comprehensive
university located in west Michigan with campuses in Allendale, Grand
Rapids and Holland, plus centers in Muskegon and Traverse City. The
University attracts more than 25,000 students with high quality programs
and state-of-the-art facilities. The greater Grand Rapids metropolitan
area has a population of over one million, is rich in cultural
amenities, and in easy driving distance of superb summer and winter
recreational venues.
*Salary:*Commensurate with experience along with a comprehensive
benefits package.
*Campus: *Allendale
*How To Apply:*Apply online at jobs.gvsu.edu <http://jobs.gvsu.edu>and
click “Apply now”.Include cover letter and resume.The online system will
allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you need
assistance or have questions, call Human Resources at (616) 331-2215.
*Application Deadline Date: *May 9, 2017
*Allendale, Michigan 49401 - (616) 331-5000*
*For more information about Grand Valley, see our website at jobs.gvsu.edu*
*An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution*
*TDD Callers:Call Michigan Relay Center at 1-800-649-3777*
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Cataloging Department
University of Hawaii at Manoa
2550 McCarthy Mall, Honolulu, HI 96822
phone: 808-956-2648
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