[LIBJOBS] Deputy Chief Librarian, University of British Columbia Okanagan Campus Library, Kelowna, BC, Canada

DEPUTY CHIEF LIBRARIAN  (UBC OKANAGAN CAMPUS LIBRARY)

 (Full Time, Continuing)

 

 

UBC Okanagan

 

UBC Okanagan is a campus of the University of British Columbia situated in Kelowna, about 400 km east of Vancouver in the heart of the Okanagan Valley. UBC Okanagan is an intimate learning environment with an excellent library infrastructure. Check out the campus website for more information http://web.ubc.ca/okanagan/welcome.html.

 

Currently, there are approximately 8,000 UBC Okanagan undergraduate and graduate students and 350 faculty. Administratively, UBC Okanagan Library reports to the Provost & Vice Principal.  Additionally, UBC Okanagan Library’s collections are integrated with UBC Library and library staff contribute to activities of the UBC Library.

 

 

Overview of the position:

 

We are seeking an experienced librarian to be responsible for the daily operational management of the UBC Okanagan Campus Library. The Deputy Chief Librarian ensures that the development of library services and policies meet the needs of faculty and students. The Deputy Chief Librarian participates in the strategic and budgetary planning of the library as well as in the delivery of library services and represents the Chief Librarian as necessary.

 

This position reports to and works closely with the Chief Librarian and collaborates with Okanagan Library staff, colleagues in other allied units, administrators and librarians as well as with librarians throughout the UBC Library system, with faculty, students and the public. The incumbent may be requested to act on behalf of the Chief Librarian. 

A detailed job description can be viewed at www.library.ubc.ca/careers/

 

 

Qualifications and requirements:

 

A graduate degree from an ALA-accredited Library Science program is required.  Further requirements include an established record of accomplishment as a librarian and manager; evidence of progressive responsibilities; proven ability to manage a diverse team; thorough knowledge of current trends and developments in library services; excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills; strong decision-making capability based on problem solving skills; excellent organizational skills in managing multiple projects and working under time constraints; sensitivity and diplomacy in dealing with human resources issues.

 

 

Terms of Appointment and Salary:

 

This position will be filled as a full time ongoing position. If eligible and qualified, the successful applicant may be appointed with a confirmed appointment. Otherwise, there will be an initial three-year probationary appointment.  Normally, such an appointment is reviewed by the end of the second year of appointment, and a recommendation is made at that time to grant or not to grant a confirmed appointment.

 

Salary will be commensurate with experience and academic/professional qualifications.

 

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

 

Applications for this exciting opportunity are to be submitted by e-mail in one consolidated file (PDF or Microsoft word format) and will include: a letter of application, including a statement of citizenship/immigration status, indicating the candidate’s education, training, and work experience in the areas listed above; a detailed and current curriculum vitae; and the names of three referees with their email addresses.

 

To ensure full consideration, complete applications are to be submitted by 5:00 pm PST on Thursday March 8^th, 2012 to:

 

Lois Marshall

LS Administrator, UBC Okanagan Library

University of British Columbia Okanagan

3333 University Way

Kelowna, BC

V1V 1V7

E-mail: lois.marshall@ubc.ca