[LIBJOBS] Opening: Government Publications Libn, U of Minnesota, USA

University of Minnesota Libraries, Twin Cities

Government Publications and Regional Depository Librarian

http://www.lib.umn.edu

 

The University of Minnesota Libraries seeks an innovative, energetic, and collaborative professional to serve as Government Publications and Regional Depository Librarian.  This position will provide leadership throughout the Libraries to ensure access to government information in all formats.  The successful candidate will work cooperatively in building tangible and digital collections and services to meet the needs of a large, active, research-oriented clientele, as well as government information users throughout the region.  The University of Minnesota Libraries is a designated depository for the publications of the United States Government, United Nations, European Union, and Canada.

 

This position also serves as the Regional Depository Librarian for Minnesota, South Dakota, and Michigan, collaborating with and providing leadership for over 70 selective depositories of all sizes and library types.  The successful candidate will balance the goals of the institution with those of the region's selective depositories and work with the Regional Depository Advisory Group, a ten-member group with representation for all three states which provides feedback on the regional's new initiatives and ensures participation from across the region.   The candidate will also build on strong partnerships with other regionals, library consortia and the Government Publishing Office (GPO) to advance new and innovative ways to increase the public's access to government information. In addition, the University Libraries is interested in individuals whose record of achievement/excellence has been enhanced by exposure to diverse populations or resources. More information about the regional depository library can be found at https://www.lib.umn.edu/govpubs/regional.  

 

Required Qualifications include an American Library Association accredited Master's degree in Library/Information Science or equivalent combination of advanced degree and relevant experience; experience with government documents; and demonstrated knowledge of the Federal Depository Library Program. Supervisory experience and experience in collection management, reference and instruction in an academic or research library are preferred.

 

For complete description, qualifications, and to apply, go to:  http://z.umn.edu/ulib355 . 

 

 

The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

 

 

Marilyn McClaskey
University of Minnesota Libraries