Head of Social Sciences
Associate Librarian or Librarian
Indiana University Bloomington Libraries
The Indiana University Bloomington Libraries seek a dynamic and innovative leader to serve in the position of Head of the Social Sciences Department and Librarian for Government Information, Maps, and Geography.
Founded in 1820, Indiana University Bloomington has grown from a small state seminary into the flagship campus of a great public university with over 42,000 students and almost 3,000 faculty. Innovation, creativity, and academic freedom are hallmarks of IU Bloomington and its world-class contributions in research and the arts. The campus covers over 1,800 wooded acres and is distinctive for both its park-like beauty and an architectural heritage inspired by local craftsmanship in limestone.
The Indiana University Bloomington Libraries (http://www.libraries.iub.edu) are among the leading academic research library systems in North America, having recently been named the top university library by the Association of College and Research Libraries. The IUB Libraries provide strong collections, quality service and instructional programs, and leadership in the application of information technologies. The IU Libraries system consists of twenty libraries on the Bloomington campus, five libraries in Indianapolis, and a library at each of the other six campuses across the state. The collections support every academic discipline on campus and include more than 6.6 million books, journals, maps, films, and audio/visual materials in over 900 languages. Users can access more than 400 databases, 43,000 electronic journals, and 224,000 electronic books, as well as locally developed digital content.
The Social Sciences Department of the Indiana University Libraries includes five librarians and six FTE support staff employees who staff the Business/SPEA Information Commons, the Education Library, and the Government Information, Microforms, and Maps Services Department in the Herman B Wells Library. The Social Science Librarians are responsible for all aspects of collection development/management, reference, instruction, and outreach to students and faculty in the Social Sciences. Additionally this position serves as the librarian for the Federal Depository Library Program and Indiana Depository Program and is responsible for oversight of “citizen” services.
Reporting to the Associate Dean for Library Academic Services, the Head of the Social Sciences Department will manage the Government Information, Microforms, and Maps Services Department in the Herman B Wells Library, direct and supervise the Social Sciences Department, and provide leadership for the development of library collections and services supporting the Social Sciences. The individual in this position will provide reference and instructional support for, and oversee collection development and management in the areas of federal, state, and local government information, geography, and maps (including data and GIS). This position will actively participate in initiatives of the Reference Services Department to provide the expertise needed in a traditional reference setting as well as in the digital research environment of the Scholars’ Commons.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Supporting research and scholarly communication in the areas of federal, state, and local government information, geography, and maps (including data and GIS) through outreach to faculty and students.
· Actively supporting teaching in the above subject areas by consulting with faculty on teaching information literacy skills and teaching library instruction sessions.
· Develop and manage relationships and explore and maximize partnerships within the IU Libraries, relevant departments on campus in collaboration with other librarians, and with state and federal government information programs.
· Keep current with the continually evolving research practices and teaching needs of Social Sciences faculty, students, and instructors.
· Develop and manage print and electronic collections that meet user needs as well as Library philosophies to maximize space, usability, and teaching and research support.
· Have knowledge of current information sources/platforms and vendors related to Social Sciences disciplines.
· Collaboratively, provide successful consultation and instruction about data and use of statistical software and GIS related software.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
· ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) or equivalent education or experience.
· Five years of leadership and/or management experience with relevant public service responsibilities.
· Ability to work in a team environment and build working relationships with campus colleagues.
· Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with diverse population of faculty, students, and academic colleagues.
· Experience in collection development and a broad knowledge of information resources for handling the Federal Depository Library Program, the Indiana Depository, and government information in general, including statistical and geographic information or other related social sciences.
· Demonstrated ability to deliver in-person and online reference and instructional services.
· Ability to meet the requirements of a tenure-track librarian position.
Preferred
· 7-10 years of experience in an academic or research library strongly preferred.
· Knowledge and understanding of issues and trends that affect academic libraries and higher education, especially as related to government information, data, and GIS.
· Supervisory experience.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and education; benefits include a university healthcare plan, university-funded base retirement plan, a 100% university paid group life insurance plan, and a generous paid time off plan. This is a tenure-track academic appointment that includes eligibility for sabbatical leaves. For a full list of benefit programs, please refer to the following resources:
Website: http://www.indiana.edu/~uhrs/benefits/neweeo/prof-index.html
Video: http://www.indiana.edu/~uhrs/benefitsvideo/academic.html
Brochure: http://hr.iu.edu/pubs/books/IU-benefits_broch.pdf
TO APPLY
For full consideration, applications must be received prior to May 9, 2014. Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their application at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com. Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to:
Jennifer Chaffin
Director of Human Resources
Libraries Human Resources
Herman B Wells Library 201
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN 47405
Phone: 812-855-8196
Fax: 812-855-2576
E-mail: libpers@indiana.edu
For more information about Indiana University Bloomington, go to http://www.iub.edu.
Indiana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Indiana University has a strong commitment to principles of diversity and in that spirit seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Betty Davis
Libraries Human Resources
Herman B Wells Library 201
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN 47405
812-855-8196
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