Job Description
DEPARTMENT: The University of Arizona, University Libraries, Research & Learning
CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time; Faculty; Permanent; Exempt
REPORTS TO: Michael Brewer, Department Head, Research & Learning
POSITION SUMMARY:
The University of Arizona Libraries seek a dynamic and proactive librarian: a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment and who welcomes each new challenge as a new opportunity. Librarians in the Department of Research & Learning are key partners in the University’s research enterprise and educational mission. They engage faculty and researchers across all disciplines and serve as a conduit for active and open communication between academic units and the Libraries as a whole. They develop campus partnerships that place librarians, and the expert services and resources they provide, into critical faculty workflows and at key points across the educational continuum.
This is a continuing-eligible, academic professional position. Incumbents are members of the general faculty and are entitled to all accompanying rights and privileges granted by the Arizona Board of Regents and the University of Arizona. Retention and promotion are earned through achievement of a record of excellence in position effectiveness, scholarship and service.
As a whole, the Research & Learning (R&L) Department provides point-of-need assistance and consultation across all research services, as well as expert services and support in assigned areas. The department is also responsible for implementing the Libraries’ instructional program and, with other library units, for information resources management.
The University of Arizona has been ranked on Forbes 2015 list of America’s Best Employers in the United States and has been awarded the 2015 Work-Life Seal of Distinction by the Alliance for Work-Life Progress! For more information about working at the University of Arizona, please see http://employment.arizona.edu/.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Cultivate strong relationships and partnerships with faculty, staff, and administrators in assigned departments/colleges.
- Assess needs and provide point-of-need assistance and consultation across all research services (e.g., copyright, repository services, data management planning, information literacy outcomes assessment, etc.), as well as expert services and support in assigned areas.
- Develop and deliver effective and efficient instructional services (providing students with active and assessable learning opportunities through faculty partnerships, and the development of in-class or train-the-trainer sessions, online tutorials or guides, course assignments, or other appropriate learning activities).
- Seek out and pursue opportunities where the library can facilitate greater research or instructional productivity, or improve student learning by inserting new or existing services into the teaching, learning, or research workflows.
- Gather data and analyze trends in teaching and research programs at departmental and college levels. Remain aware of scholarship in assigned disciplines in order to respond to unit needs.
- Acquire and manage information resources needed by clientele, ensuring that our policies and practices are aligned with and support the University’s strategic goals and ongoing curricular and research needs. Track new and emerging information resources within assigned subject areas.
SALARY/BENEFITS: DOE; full benefits. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
Additional Info & Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s degree in library/information science from an ALA-accredited institution or other relevant advanced degree.
- Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a highly collaborative and inclusive environment, one that values and leverages the benefits of diverse perspectives. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Liaison-related experience in a higher education environment or liaison experience/skills, coupled with a strong understanding of higher education. Demonstrated initiative in working across organizational boundaries.
- Ability to identify opportunities and capitalize upon them. Ability to advocate, influence, and persuade others.
- Excellent analytical, time management, organizational, and creative problem-solving skills.
- Ability to conceive of, plan, document, and complete projects or complex assignments.
- Ability to embrace ambiguity in a changing environment and be committed to continual professional development, improvement, and learning.
- Initiative, optimism, flexibility, and follow through.
- Experience with existing and emerging social sciences and humanities research tools, methodologies, and resources (e.g., GIS, data visualization, government information, digital humanities, etc.).
- Experience in supporting faculty throughout the research lifecycle (e.g., grant support, in-depth reference consultations, research impact assessment, etc.).
The Community
Discover the University of Arizona...a great place to work! The University of Arizona is nationally recognized for outstanding teaching, innovation research and far-reaching service. Our beautiful campus in Tucson and our culturally diverse students and employees make the University of Arizona an exciting place to work and learn. The University of Arizona has been ranked on Forbes 2015 list of America’s Best Employers in the United States and has been awarded the 2015 Work-Life Seal of Distinction by the Alliance for Work-Life Progress! For more information about working at the University of Arizona, please see http://employment.arizona.edu/.
As a full-time employee you are eligible for comprehensive benefits, including: outstanding health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
See what positions we have for you at: http://www.library.arizona.edu/about/employment/index.html.
HR Info
For questions regarding The UA Careers application system contact: 520-621-3662; TDD 621-8299 (M-F 8-5). For questions about the Libraries or status of the posting, contact Glenda Hendrickson, Library HR, 520-621-6429 or ghendric@email.arizona.edu.
OPENED: 9/16/15. FIRST REVIEW of applications begins on 10/6/2015. CLOSES: Open Until Filled. Applying by the first review date ensures your application materials are reviewed.
TO APPLY: Go to The University of Arizona’s new job board and application system and search for Job # A20314 or quicklink to http://uacareers.com/postings/5541. Completely fill in an application form, and be prepared to attach your resume and letter of interest that describes how your experience and qualifications are fitting for this position. Application materials mailed/emailed to the department will not be accepted. The UA conducts pre-employment screenings for all positions, including work history, academic, criminal and driver’s license checks. The University of Arizona is an Equal Employment Opportunity – Affirmative Action Employer-M/W/D/V.