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Applications are now being accepted for the position below. Please apply
online as directed.
Jeffrey D. Marshall
Director of Research Collections
Bailey/Howe Library
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT 05405
Special Collections Librarian, Public Services
The University of Vermont Libraries invites applications for the
position of Special Collections Librarian for Public Services. The
successful candidate will bring enthusiasm for teaching, individual
reference work, and emerging technologies to a Library Faculty position
redesigned to enhance the Special Collections department’s public
service profile.
Reporting to the Director of Research Collections, the Special
Collections Librarian for Public Services is a member of a team
including four library faculty members, four professional staff members,
and one staff support specialist. This position coordinates Special
Collections reference and library instruction services; proposes
policies and procedures for public services; develops appropriate
assessment tools; trains colleagues as needed in the use of new access
tools; actively engages instructional faculty in planning new
instruction sessions based on Special Collections materials and explore
ways of integrating these materials into the curriculum; serves as a
liaison to the Library’s Information and Instruction Services
Department; serves in the Library Liaison program; oversees collection
development for printed Vermont materials; participates in outreach to
the general public; and pursues achievement in the areas of scholarship
and service as appropriate to the academic rank.
The Special Collections Department holds more than 9,000 linear feet of
manuscripts documenting Vermont politics, literature and the arts, and
social history, and the most comprehensive collection of printed
Vermontiana. In addition, the Department includes a small but
heavily-used rare book collection with holdings ranging from medieval
manuscripts to contemporary artists’ books. Special Collections oversees
the University Archives, consisting of more than 3,000 linear feet of
University records. The Department (except for the University Archives)
is located in the Bailey/Howe Library. With a collection size of 1.5
million volumes and an annual acquisitions budget of $5.6 million, the
University Libraries consists of Bailey/Howe Library, Dana Medical
Library, Cook Chemistry/Physics Library, and two remote storage facilities.
The University of Vermont (UVM) is home to more than 12,000
undergraduate, graduate, and medical school students and more than 1,250
full- and part-time faculty. UVM is located in the thriving urban center
of Burlington in the beautiful Champlain Valley, an area distinguished
by spectacular scenery, year-round outdoor recreational opportunities,
vibrant music and arts scene, and overall high quality of life.
Burlington International Airport offers frequent jet access to major
Atlantic and Midwest hubs, and the city of Montreal, Canada, is an easy
drive 100 miles/160 km to the northwest.
*REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:* Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited
program or foreign equivalent; demonstrated understanding of national
trends and best practices in special collections librarianship; teaching
experience, coursework, or demonstrated knowledge of teaching
methodology; knowledge of the use and applications of federated search
engines, web-based access tools, digital library collections, and
emerging communications tools; demonstrated ability to work both
independently and collegially as a member of a team; excellent
interpersonal and communication skills; commitment to professional
achievement and growth; commitment to cultural diversity.
*DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:* One year of professional experience in an
academic library; familiarity with database management tools such as
Microsoft Access and Excel; knowledge of a modern foreign language;
knowledge of standard tools for access to archival collections.
*SALARY AND APPLICATION INFORMATION:* Appointment will be made at the
faculty rank of Library Assistant Professor (non-tenure track). Salary
is commensurate with experience, not less than $45,921. Benefit package
includes TIAA/CREF or alternate plan, managed health care plan, and 22
days of annual vacation leave.
Apply online at <http://www.uvmjobs.com> with letter of application,
vita, and names and contact information for three professional
references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue
until the position is filled. Questions about the position may be
directed to the chair of the search committee at <chris.burns@uvm.edu>.
The University of Vermont is an AA/EO employer.