Head Librarian, Architecture and Planning Library
One (1) open position filled as either Librarian II or Librarian III
University of Texas Libraries —The University of Texas at Austin
$47,500 — $70,000
Closing date 2/2/15
The Head Librarian of the Architecture and Planning Library is responsible for operations and management of the Architecture and Planning Library, to include the planning, organization, implementation, and assessment of library activities including faculty relations, user services, personnel, budget, facilities, events, resource development, and policy-making. The position reports to the Associate Director for User Services.
The Architecture & Planning Library is located in historic Battle Hall. Services and collections support the research and teaching of the School of Architecture, including Architecture, Architectural History, Community & Regional Planning, Historic Preservation, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, Sustainable Design, Urban Design, and related disciplines.
The Architecture & Planning Library includes Special Collections of rare and unique publications, and is home to the Alexander Architectural Archive. The successful candidate will work collaboratively to build partnerships with the School of Architecture and across campus as well as taking a leadership role in related professional organizations.
For more information about the Architecture and Planning Library, see: http://www.lib.utexas.edu/apl/index.html and for the School of Architecture, see: http://soa.utexas.edu/.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage and lead library-related operations including supervision and staffing. With head of archives, co-manage areas of shared decision-making including strategic planning, administrative reporting, budgeting, facilities, liaison, stewardship, development, outreach, and special projects. Provide reference and instruction services in subject areas directly relevant to the programs offered at the School of Architecture. Work closely with donors supporting the library. Collection management and development of architecture and planning materials, including gifts and special collections of rare and unique publications. Participate in Fine Arts and Humanities Subject Team, School of Architecture Library and Collections Committee, and related digital scholarship and curation groups. Supervise classified circulation services staff and special projects staff. Represent UT Libraries in national and international library forums.
LIBRARIAN II REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
MLS from an ALA accredited graduate program. Proven experience providing library public services in an academic context. Proven successful management of unit and/or project management and supervising with demonstrated ability to establish and meet goals. Subject knowledge in one or more relevant subjects to the School of Architecture, as demonstrated through academic degrees, course work, publications or job experience. Demonstrated reference, instruction, and/or collection development experience in one or more relevant subjects to the School of Architecture. Must have strong service orientation with a demonstrated commitment to public and customer service. Able to work cooperatively and collaboratively. Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. Professional initiative, including membership and participation in relevant professional organizations. Familiar with Spanish and or Western European languages. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
LIBRARIAN II PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced second degree in architecture or related discipline. Experience in and/or coursework relevant to serving the research and learning needs of architecture and or planning students and faculty. Liaison experience within an educational environment and workplace. Resource development experience including donor relations, outreach and public engagement activities. Demonstrated excellent presentation skills. Demonstrated activity in digital humanities.
LIBRARIAN III REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
MLS from an ALA accredited graduate program. Demonstrated expertise in architecture and/or planning librarianship. Proven experience providing library public services in an academic context. Proven successful management of unit, project management, and supervising with demonstrated ability to establish and meet goals. Subject knowledge in one or more relevant subjects to the School of Architecture, as demonstrated through academic degrees, course work, publications, or job experience. Demonstrated reference and instruction experience. Experience building and sustaining research collections in all formats, including rare and or unique publications in relevant subject areas. Knowledge of current and emerging trends in the above disciplines and associated resources and information technologies. Liaison experience with a demonstrated commitment to public and customer service. Able to work cooperatively and collaboratively. Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. Professional initiative, including membership and participation in relevant professional organizations. Familiar with Spanish and or Western European languages. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
LIBRARIAN III PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced second degree in architecture or related discipline. Resource development experience including donor relations, outreach and public engagement activities. Demonstrated excellent presentation skills. Demonstrated activity or publication in digital humanities, architecture and or planning scholarship.
Salary and Benefits: Salary is negotiable depending on qualifications and experience. No state or local income tax. Standard state benefits package including annual vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, retirement plans, and health insurance (comprehensive major medical plans, dental, vision, life, and disability). Deferred compensation and tax sheltered annuity programs also available. Working hours for the position are typically, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm or as arranged for a total of 40 hours per week.
Please apply online through the UT Austin Job Search:
Librarian II: 14-12-02-01-0086, https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/hr/jobs/nlogon/141202010086
Librarian III: 14-12-02-01-0084, https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/hr/jobs/nlogon/141202010084
An e-mail confirmation will be sent to those who apply online along with a set of job-related questions that candidates will be asked to return for their application materials to be complete. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: Library Human Resources: lib-HR@lib.utexas.edu [512-495-4360].
The University of Texas Libraries has a strong commitment to diversity and encourages applications and nominations from traditionally underrepresented groups. For more information, see UT Library Online (http://www.lib.utexas.edu/ ).
The University of Texas at Austin is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
Carla T. Darocy, MA, MSIS
Human Resource Services Assistant
University of Texas Libraries
The University of Texas at Austin
101 East 21st St. Stop S5405
Austin, TX 78712
(512) 495- 4377
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