University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, Massachusetts
Job no: 528384 Work type: Faculty Full Time Location: UMass Amherst Department: Lib - Res & Learning Services Union: MSP Categories: Library, Librarian About UMass Amherst The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for the common good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450-acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued-and thrives, and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors. We believe every member of our university community can contribute to our ongoing success by striving for the highest level of excellence as we seek breakthrough solutions to mounting environmental, social, economic, and technological challenges in our world. Job Summary The Open Education Librarian provides innovative and high-quality programming and services at UMass Amherst. Housed in the division of Data, Digital Strategies, & Scholarly Communication, the Open Education Librarian leads the Libraries' programs and services supporting the creation, adaptation, and adoption of open educational resources, tools, and practices. Working with Libraries' colleagues, campus partners, faculty, and graduate students, they will prioritize the development of robust, high-impact, and affordable course materials for learners at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, across the Commonwealth, and beyond. Essential FunctionsProvides expertise and guidance across the institution for creating, adapting, and adopting open educational resources (OER), tools, technologies, and practices.Leads Libraries' open education initiatives, including, but not limited to, the Open Education Initiative program.Collaborates with library colleagues and campus partners (e.g. Center for Teaching & Learning, Instructional Design Engagement & Support, Information Technology, etc.) to assess, implement, and maintain platforms and tools that support the creation and use of OER and open pedagogy (e.g. PressBooks, Open Syllabus Analytics, Janeway, etc.)Oversees the planning, delivery, and evaluation of open education events, workshops, training opportunities, and other outreach internally for library colleagues, across the campus, and with local and regional organizations (e.g. the Five College Consortium, the Boston Library Consortium, etc.)Collaborates with campus partners (e.g. Center for Teaching & Learning; Instructional Design, Engagement, and Support (IDEAS), etc.) and student organizations, (e.g. Massachusetts Student Public Interest Research Group (MassPIRG), Student Governance Association (SGA), etc.) to strategically align the Libraries' open education initiatives with campus, state, and national directions in open education.Collaborates with library colleagues and campus partners to collect, analyze, assess and report metrics on the Libraries and campus open education initiatives, programming, and tools.Aligns planning, priorities, goals, and services with the strategic initiatives of the Libraries and the University.Keeps apprised of key issues and trends in open education, open pedagogy, open scholarship and scholarly publishing, information literacy, instructional design, learning support services, online and distance learning, open access, and copyright/authors' rights and regularly incorporates this knowledge into planning and sharing of information with library colleagues and campus partners as relevant.Represents the Libraries at specific library or university events to promote Libraries' services, such as student-focused events, orientations, end of semester support activities for students, etc.Serves on internal committees as assigned and may be asked to represent the Libraries on campus committees, Five College Committees, and Boston Library Consortium Committees, and/or at other selected professional meetings and conferences.Participates in professional development and continuing education activities, including service in professional and scholarly associations, and presenting and publishing on work-related topics.Works a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hours.Performs other related duties as assigned or required to meet the goals of the department, Libraries, and University.May supervise student employees. Organizational ValuesCommitment to support justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) within libraries and institution.Ability to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in adiverse and fast-paced environment.Purposefully promote a One Library environment for all that encourages inclusion, personal growth, respect, self-reflection, curiosity, and continuous learning.Understands responsibilities with respect to conflicts of interest and behaves in ways consistent with both law and with university policy. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)Graduate degree in librarianship (from a program accredited by the American Library Association) or related field by time of hire, or combination of an advanced degree in a relevant subject area and experience in libraries, archives, museums, or similar institutions.For Librarian II, a minimum of 2 years of experience in an academic library, archives, museum, or similar institution.Experience providing library instruction and outreach programming in an academic library setting.Evidence of commitment to user-centered service to students and faculty in an academic institution contributing to student success.Participates in professional development, continuing education activities, professional and scholarly associations, as well as evidence of potential for active contributions to organizations at the Libraries, university, and community level.Demonstrated ability to take initiative, problem-solve, and demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, service excellence, innovation, and creativity.Demonstrated ability to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in a diverse and fast-paced environment.Strong organizational, project, and time management skills to lead or coordinate multiple projects and work with minimal supervision.Strong oral and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)Demonstrated ability to communicate the academic library's role in supporting open educational resources, open pedagogy, and open scholarship and the ability to use this understanding to serve patrons in a research library setting.Fluency with software and workflows for adapting, creating, organizing, and providing access to open educational resources.Experience providing library instruction and outreach programming for faculty and graduate students in an academic library setting.Experience working with and creating open educational materials for underserved student populations, such as international students, English language-learners, first generation students, and transfer students.Experience with project management tools and/or techniques.Experience in academic publishing or editorial experience. Work ScheduleThe regular working schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, day hours.The incumbent of the position is expected to work on a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hours. Salary InformationLibrarian I or II Librarian I: $63,250 Librarian II: $70,725 Benefits University benefits may differ based on collective bargaining agreements (unions). Please see below for the potential benefits MSP Librarians can be entitled to obtain: benefits for the Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) members and benefits for MSP Librarians positions: Human Resources: Faculty & Staff General Benefits Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) Benefits MSP Librarian Positions Benefits Promotion MSP Librarian positions are eligible for promotion, defined as a change in rank as a librarian from one rank to the next higher rank. The bargaining unit member who gets a promotion shall receive the base salary increase in line with the MSP collective bargaining agreement . You can view the MSP Collective Bargaining Agreement, particularly, article 20, to learn more about MSP Librarian Personnel Actions, including promotion, appointment, reappointment, and continuing appointment. Application Instructions Along with the application, please submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for three (3) professional references. The search will remain open until filled. The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws. Advertised: Sep 5 2025 Eastern Daylight Time . click apply for full job details
10/18/2025
Full time
Job no: 528384 Work type: Faculty Full Time Location: UMass Amherst Department: Lib - Res & Learning Services Union: MSP Categories: Library, Librarian About UMass Amherst The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for the common good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450-acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued-and thrives, and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors. We believe every member of our university community can contribute to our ongoing success by striving for the highest level of excellence as we seek breakthrough solutions to mounting environmental, social, economic, and technological challenges in our world. Job Summary The Open Education Librarian provides innovative and high-quality programming and services at UMass Amherst. Housed in the division of Data, Digital Strategies, & Scholarly Communication, the Open Education Librarian leads the Libraries' programs and services supporting the creation, adaptation, and adoption of open educational resources, tools, and practices. Working with Libraries' colleagues, campus partners, faculty, and graduate students, they will prioritize the development of robust, high-impact, and affordable course materials for learners at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, across the Commonwealth, and beyond. Essential FunctionsProvides expertise and guidance across the institution for creating, adapting, and adopting open educational resources (OER), tools, technologies, and practices.Leads Libraries' open education initiatives, including, but not limited to, the Open Education Initiative program.Collaborates with library colleagues and campus partners (e.g. Center for Teaching & Learning, Instructional Design Engagement & Support, Information Technology, etc.) to assess, implement, and maintain platforms and tools that support the creation and use of OER and open pedagogy (e.g. PressBooks, Open Syllabus Analytics, Janeway, etc.)Oversees the planning, delivery, and evaluation of open education events, workshops, training opportunities, and other outreach internally for library colleagues, across the campus, and with local and regional organizations (e.g. the Five College Consortium, the Boston Library Consortium, etc.)Collaborates with campus partners (e.g. Center for Teaching & Learning; Instructional Design, Engagement, and Support (IDEAS), etc.) and student organizations, (e.g. Massachusetts Student Public Interest Research Group (MassPIRG), Student Governance Association (SGA), etc.) to strategically align the Libraries' open education initiatives with campus, state, and national directions in open education.Collaborates with library colleagues and campus partners to collect, analyze, assess and report metrics on the Libraries and campus open education initiatives, programming, and tools.Aligns planning, priorities, goals, and services with the strategic initiatives of the Libraries and the University.Keeps apprised of key issues and trends in open education, open pedagogy, open scholarship and scholarly publishing, information literacy, instructional design, learning support services, online and distance learning, open access, and copyright/authors' rights and regularly incorporates this knowledge into planning and sharing of information with library colleagues and campus partners as relevant.Represents the Libraries at specific library or university events to promote Libraries' services, such as student-focused events, orientations, end of semester support activities for students, etc.Serves on internal committees as assigned and may be asked to represent the Libraries on campus committees, Five College Committees, and Boston Library Consortium Committees, and/or at other selected professional meetings and conferences.Participates in professional development and continuing education activities, including service in professional and scholarly associations, and presenting and publishing on work-related topics.Works a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hours.Performs other related duties as assigned or required to meet the goals of the department, Libraries, and University.May supervise student employees. Organizational ValuesCommitment to support justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) within libraries and institution.Ability to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in adiverse and fast-paced environment.Purposefully promote a One Library environment for all that encourages inclusion, personal growth, respect, self-reflection, curiosity, and continuous learning.Understands responsibilities with respect to conflicts of interest and behaves in ways consistent with both law and with university policy. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)Graduate degree in librarianship (from a program accredited by the American Library Association) or related field by time of hire, or combination of an advanced degree in a relevant subject area and experience in libraries, archives, museums, or similar institutions.For Librarian II, a minimum of 2 years of experience in an academic library, archives, museum, or similar institution.Experience providing library instruction and outreach programming in an academic library setting.Evidence of commitment to user-centered service to students and faculty in an academic institution contributing to student success.Participates in professional development, continuing education activities, professional and scholarly associations, as well as evidence of potential for active contributions to organizations at the Libraries, university, and community level.Demonstrated ability to take initiative, problem-solve, and demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, service excellence, innovation, and creativity.Demonstrated ability to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in a diverse and fast-paced environment.Strong organizational, project, and time management skills to lead or coordinate multiple projects and work with minimal supervision.Strong oral and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)Demonstrated ability to communicate the academic library's role in supporting open educational resources, open pedagogy, and open scholarship and the ability to use this understanding to serve patrons in a research library setting.Fluency with software and workflows for adapting, creating, organizing, and providing access to open educational resources.Experience providing library instruction and outreach programming for faculty and graduate students in an academic library setting.Experience working with and creating open educational materials for underserved student populations, such as international students, English language-learners, first generation students, and transfer students.Experience with project management tools and/or techniques.Experience in academic publishing or editorial experience. Work ScheduleThe regular working schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, day hours.The incumbent of the position is expected to work on a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hours. Salary InformationLibrarian I or II Librarian I: $63,250 Librarian II: $70,725 Benefits University benefits may differ based on collective bargaining agreements (unions). Please see below for the potential benefits MSP Librarians can be entitled to obtain: benefits for the Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) members and benefits for MSP Librarians positions: Human Resources: Faculty & Staff General Benefits Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) Benefits MSP Librarian Positions Benefits Promotion MSP Librarian positions are eligible for promotion, defined as a change in rank as a librarian from one rank to the next higher rank. The bargaining unit member who gets a promotion shall receive the base salary increase in line with the MSP collective bargaining agreement . You can view the MSP Collective Bargaining Agreement, particularly, article 20, to learn more about MSP Librarian Personnel Actions, including promotion, appointment, reappointment, and continuing appointment. Application Instructions Along with the application, please submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for three (3) professional references. The search will remain open until filled. The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws. Advertised: Sep 5 2025 Eastern Daylight Time . click apply for full job details
Raritan Valley Community College
Branchburg, New Jersey
Category: : Faculty Full-time Subscribe: : Department: : Library Locations: : Branchburg, NJ Posted: : Sep 12, 2025 Closes: : Open Until Filled Type: : Full-time Salary Type: : Annually Salary Range: : $62,993.00 - $75,067.00 Position ID: : 192835 About Raritan Valley Community College: Ranked by and as the community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students. The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit . Job Description: Raritan Valley Community College strives to prepare students for the challenges of the ever-changing global community. Interested applicants should be innovative and entrepreneurial individuals that understand the demands of a global workforce with an emphasis on creative thinking and effective communication. The RVCC Library is currently accepting applications for a Systems & Technical Services Librarian. The Systems & Technical Services Librarian is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and training staff in the use of the library management system (OCLC WMS). Provides reference services to library patrons within the library, over the phone, and using the library's email and chat service. Teaches information literacy sessions for the IL program and for liaison departments. Acts as liaison to academic departments, and serves on library and college committees. Provides guidance to staff in the library's Technical Services department regarding cataloging procedures and use of the library's ILS system. Oversees the college archives. Some evening and weekend hours may be required. Essential Duties: Maintain and oversee the library management system (OCLC's WMS). Serve as liaison to the library management system vendor to address any issues or updates to the library ILS system. Participate in the Library's Instruction and Reference Program. Generate and analyze reports using the library management system, to assess collection usage. Work closely with the Electronic Resources & Web Services Librarian to maintain library technologies, for example, authentication, server, and various system configurations. Serve as liaison to academic departments. Knowledge of cataloging principles, including MARC and RDA, and ability to catalog original materials. Provide guidance regarding cataloging procedures and use of the library ILS to staff in the library Technical Services Department. Oversee college archives, including digitization of appropriate materials and creating finding aids. Represent the Library on academic and college-wide committees. Eligible to serve in the rotating position of Library Chair. Requirements: M.L.S. degree or equivalent from a graduate school of library science accredited by the American Library Association. Prior Teaching experience. Experience in Systems Librarianship and/or Technical Services. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of OCLC systems, including WMS library management system. Experience conducting information literacy instruction sessions, preferably at the college level. Experience providing reference service to library users, preferably at the college level. Experience using technology in the delivery of course content. Prior Community College teaching experience. Application Instructions: As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies. RVCC's starting salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience. We also offer an attractive benefits package. To review eligible health, wellness and benefits offered, click on the following link and scroll down: For consideration of the above position, please submit your cover letter and resume online, by clicking the "apply now" button. We regret that we are unable to respond to each and every resume received. Only those candidates of interest will be contacted directly. There will be a first review date of October 20th, 2025.
10/16/2025
Full time
Category: : Faculty Full-time Subscribe: : Department: : Library Locations: : Branchburg, NJ Posted: : Sep 12, 2025 Closes: : Open Until Filled Type: : Full-time Salary Type: : Annually Salary Range: : $62,993.00 - $75,067.00 Position ID: : 192835 About Raritan Valley Community College: Ranked by and as the community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students. The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit . Job Description: Raritan Valley Community College strives to prepare students for the challenges of the ever-changing global community. Interested applicants should be innovative and entrepreneurial individuals that understand the demands of a global workforce with an emphasis on creative thinking and effective communication. The RVCC Library is currently accepting applications for a Systems & Technical Services Librarian. The Systems & Technical Services Librarian is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and training staff in the use of the library management system (OCLC WMS). Provides reference services to library patrons within the library, over the phone, and using the library's email and chat service. Teaches information literacy sessions for the IL program and for liaison departments. Acts as liaison to academic departments, and serves on library and college committees. Provides guidance to staff in the library's Technical Services department regarding cataloging procedures and use of the library's ILS system. Oversees the college archives. Some evening and weekend hours may be required. Essential Duties: Maintain and oversee the library management system (OCLC's WMS). Serve as liaison to the library management system vendor to address any issues or updates to the library ILS system. Participate in the Library's Instruction and Reference Program. Generate and analyze reports using the library management system, to assess collection usage. Work closely with the Electronic Resources & Web Services Librarian to maintain library technologies, for example, authentication, server, and various system configurations. Serve as liaison to academic departments. Knowledge of cataloging principles, including MARC and RDA, and ability to catalog original materials. Provide guidance regarding cataloging procedures and use of the library ILS to staff in the library Technical Services Department. Oversee college archives, including digitization of appropriate materials and creating finding aids. Represent the Library on academic and college-wide committees. Eligible to serve in the rotating position of Library Chair. Requirements: M.L.S. degree or equivalent from a graduate school of library science accredited by the American Library Association. Prior Teaching experience. Experience in Systems Librarianship and/or Technical Services. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of OCLC systems, including WMS library management system. Experience conducting information literacy instruction sessions, preferably at the college level. Experience providing reference service to library users, preferably at the college level. Experience using technology in the delivery of course content. Prior Community College teaching experience. Application Instructions: As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies. RVCC's starting salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience. We also offer an attractive benefits package. To review eligible health, wellness and benefits offered, click on the following link and scroll down: For consideration of the above position, please submit your cover letter and resume online, by clicking the "apply now" button. We regret that we are unable to respond to each and every resume received. Only those candidates of interest will be contacted directly. There will be a first review date of October 20th, 2025.
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, Massachusetts
Job no: 528507 Work type: Faculty Full Time Location: UMass Amherst Department: Lib - Collection Services Union: MSP Categories: Library, Librarian About UMass Amherst The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for the common good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450-acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued-and thrives, and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors. We believe every member of our university community can contribute to our ongoing success by striving for the highest level of excellence as we seek breakthrough solutions to mounting environmental, social, economic, and technological challenges in our world. Job Description The Head of the Metadata Department will provide innovative leadership and strategic direction for an evolving team regarding cataloging and metadata services at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. They will lead the department in providing metadata services to meet a range of emerging research and discovery needs. They will oversee the development and implementation of robust metadata for UMass's rich scholarly resources and distinctive collections. The incumbent will set priorities for operational needs, recommend and plan initiatives, and facilitate improvements to existing systems and services. They will advise the Associate Dean for Content and Discovery on long term metadata strategies relating to discovery, access, retrieval, and management of objects across library resources management and discovery systems. Essential Functions Provides leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the Metadata Department to ensure the accessibility and discoverability of library collections as well as to meet evolving user needs. Aligns departmental planning, priorities, goals, and services with the strategic initiatives of the Libraries and the University. Collaborates and coordinates cross-functional work within our libraries, our university, and across the Five College Consortium. Directly supervises and mentors the Metadata Department staff. Provides guidance and direction, delegates and empowers staff to make independent decisions as appropriate, monitors and evaluates performance. Guides the transitions of staff to using their traditional skills in renewed ways to contribute to the changing needs of the professional metadata landscape. With the Metadata Department, develops and maintains metadata-related policies and procedures for the Libraries. Plans and executes metadata projects in the Libraries' catalog and digital collections platforms. Provides guidance and assistance in the maintenance, evaluation, and remediation of metadata to improve accessibility and discoverability. Manages and assess metadata projects across platforms to enhance accessibility, discoverability, interoperability, and use of both library collections and metadata. Provides expertise in the creation and maintenance of metadata for description, discovery, access, administration, and preservation of both digital and physical objects produced, acquired, or held by the Libraries. Ensures current and emerging cataloging standards, along with metadata schemas and ontologies, are applied to policies and procedures of the department to enhance access to library resources in accordance with national standards. Develop and maintain a metadata outreach program which leverages the department's metadata expertise to help faculty, students, and the wider University identify and solve metadata-based problems. Support and develop the University's understanding of metadata, including its value and function. Advance the Libraries' commitment to open scholarship through adoption of policies, practices, and infrastructure that maximize sharing and reuse of metadata and open access resources. Serves as a member of relevant library committees, task forces and working groups. Represents UMass Amherst Libraries in local, regional, national, and international associations. Works creatively, collaboratively, and effectively to promote teamwork, diversity, equality, and inclusiveness within the UMass Amherst Libraries and the campus. Performs other related duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the Libraries and the department. Organizational Values Commitment to support justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) within libraries and the institution. Ability to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in a diverse and fast-paced environment. Purposefully promote a One Library environment for all that encourages inclusion, personal growth, respect, self-reflection, curiosity, and continuous learning. Understands responsibilities with respect to conflicts of interest and behaves in ways consistent with both law and with university policy. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure) Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library science program, or equivalent accredited degree from another country, or advanced degree in a relevant discipline and appropriate equivalent experience. Five or more years professional experience in libraries, archives, museums, or similar institutions. Minimum of four years of supervisory or management experience. Experience setting staff performance expectations and directing work in a high-volume setting in accordance with organizational goals and priorities. Strong knowledge of metadata standards, authorities, and best practices for a variety of formats. Experience crafting and maintaining metadata processes and guidelines. Ability to work cooperatively within teams and maintain positive and constructive working relationships. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. A demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion. Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure) Project management experience. Experience with a national cooperative cataloging program, such as NACO or CONSER. Experience with the FOLIO system and community or with similar open-source projects related to resource management and discovery. Experience working with batch processes and tools to analyze, remediate, and process metadata. Experience with tools for data manipulation, such as MarcEdit, OpenRefine, Regular Expressions, programming languages, etc. Familiarity with developments in reparative and inclusive cataloging. Experience building relationships and providing metadata services to stakeholders outside the library. Working knowledge of non-MARC metadata schemes and evolving standards such as BIBFRAME and Linked Open Data. Work ScheduleThe regular working schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, day hours.The incumbent of the position is expected to work on a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hours. Salary Information Librarian III or IV. Librarian III salary floor: $79,925 Librarian IV salary floor: $90,735 Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits University benefits may differ based on collective bargaining agreements (unions). Please see below for the potential benefits MSP Librarians can be entitled to obtain: benefits for the Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) members and benefits for MSP Librarians positions: Human Resources: Faculty & Staff General Benefits Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) Benefits MSP Librarian Positions Benefits Promotion MSP Librarian positions are eligible for promotion, defined as a change in rank as a librarian from one rank to the next higher rank. The bargaining unit member who gets a promotion shall receive the base salary increase in line with the MSP collective bargaining agreement . You can view the MSP Collective Bargaining Agreement, particularly, article 20, to learn more about MSP Librarian Personnel Actions, including promotion, appointment, reappointment, and continuing appointment. Application Instructions Along with the application, please submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for three (3) professional references. Evaluation of applicants will begin on November 03, 2025, and may continue until suitable candidates have been identified. The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws. 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10/15/2025
Full time
Job no: 528507 Work type: Faculty Full Time Location: UMass Amherst Department: Lib - Collection Services Union: MSP Categories: Library, Librarian About UMass Amherst The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for the common good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450-acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued-and thrives, and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors. We believe every member of our university community can contribute to our ongoing success by striving for the highest level of excellence as we seek breakthrough solutions to mounting environmental, social, economic, and technological challenges in our world. Job Description The Head of the Metadata Department will provide innovative leadership and strategic direction for an evolving team regarding cataloging and metadata services at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. They will lead the department in providing metadata services to meet a range of emerging research and discovery needs. They will oversee the development and implementation of robust metadata for UMass's rich scholarly resources and distinctive collections. The incumbent will set priorities for operational needs, recommend and plan initiatives, and facilitate improvements to existing systems and services. They will advise the Associate Dean for Content and Discovery on long term metadata strategies relating to discovery, access, retrieval, and management of objects across library resources management and discovery systems. Essential Functions Provides leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the Metadata Department to ensure the accessibility and discoverability of library collections as well as to meet evolving user needs. Aligns departmental planning, priorities, goals, and services with the strategic initiatives of the Libraries and the University. Collaborates and coordinates cross-functional work within our libraries, our university, and across the Five College Consortium. Directly supervises and mentors the Metadata Department staff. Provides guidance and direction, delegates and empowers staff to make independent decisions as appropriate, monitors and evaluates performance. Guides the transitions of staff to using their traditional skills in renewed ways to contribute to the changing needs of the professional metadata landscape. With the Metadata Department, develops and maintains metadata-related policies and procedures for the Libraries. Plans and executes metadata projects in the Libraries' catalog and digital collections platforms. Provides guidance and assistance in the maintenance, evaluation, and remediation of metadata to improve accessibility and discoverability. Manages and assess metadata projects across platforms to enhance accessibility, discoverability, interoperability, and use of both library collections and metadata. Provides expertise in the creation and maintenance of metadata for description, discovery, access, administration, and preservation of both digital and physical objects produced, acquired, or held by the Libraries. Ensures current and emerging cataloging standards, along with metadata schemas and ontologies, are applied to policies and procedures of the department to enhance access to library resources in accordance with national standards. Develop and maintain a metadata outreach program which leverages the department's metadata expertise to help faculty, students, and the wider University identify and solve metadata-based problems. Support and develop the University's understanding of metadata, including its value and function. Advance the Libraries' commitment to open scholarship through adoption of policies, practices, and infrastructure that maximize sharing and reuse of metadata and open access resources. Serves as a member of relevant library committees, task forces and working groups. Represents UMass Amherst Libraries in local, regional, national, and international associations. Works creatively, collaboratively, and effectively to promote teamwork, diversity, equality, and inclusiveness within the UMass Amherst Libraries and the campus. Performs other related duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the Libraries and the department. Organizational Values Commitment to support justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) within libraries and the institution. Ability to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in a diverse and fast-paced environment. Purposefully promote a One Library environment for all that encourages inclusion, personal growth, respect, self-reflection, curiosity, and continuous learning. Understands responsibilities with respect to conflicts of interest and behaves in ways consistent with both law and with university policy. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure) Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library science program, or equivalent accredited degree from another country, or advanced degree in a relevant discipline and appropriate equivalent experience. Five or more years professional experience in libraries, archives, museums, or similar institutions. Minimum of four years of supervisory or management experience. Experience setting staff performance expectations and directing work in a high-volume setting in accordance with organizational goals and priorities. Strong knowledge of metadata standards, authorities, and best practices for a variety of formats. Experience crafting and maintaining metadata processes and guidelines. Ability to work cooperatively within teams and maintain positive and constructive working relationships. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. A demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion. Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure) Project management experience. Experience with a national cooperative cataloging program, such as NACO or CONSER. Experience with the FOLIO system and community or with similar open-source projects related to resource management and discovery. Experience working with batch processes and tools to analyze, remediate, and process metadata. Experience with tools for data manipulation, such as MarcEdit, OpenRefine, Regular Expressions, programming languages, etc. Familiarity with developments in reparative and inclusive cataloging. Experience building relationships and providing metadata services to stakeholders outside the library. Working knowledge of non-MARC metadata schemes and evolving standards such as BIBFRAME and Linked Open Data. Work ScheduleThe regular working schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, day hours.The incumbent of the position is expected to work on a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hours. Salary Information Librarian III or IV. Librarian III salary floor: $79,925 Librarian IV salary floor: $90,735 Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits University benefits may differ based on collective bargaining agreements (unions). Please see below for the potential benefits MSP Librarians can be entitled to obtain: benefits for the Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) members and benefits for MSP Librarians positions: Human Resources: Faculty & Staff General Benefits Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) Benefits MSP Librarian Positions Benefits Promotion MSP Librarian positions are eligible for promotion, defined as a change in rank as a librarian from one rank to the next higher rank. The bargaining unit member who gets a promotion shall receive the base salary increase in line with the MSP collective bargaining agreement . You can view the MSP Collective Bargaining Agreement, particularly, article 20, to learn more about MSP Librarian Personnel Actions, including promotion, appointment, reappointment, and continuing appointment. Application Instructions Along with the application, please submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for three (3) professional references. Evaluation of applicants will begin on November 03, 2025, and may continue until suitable candidates have been identified. The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws. 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Reporting to the Associate University Librarian, the Associate Director of Special Collections and University Archives (SCUA) provides leadership, vision, planning, and management for the Special Collections and University Archives of the Colgate University Libraries. Specific duties include the development, preservation, organization, promotion and digitization of the collections, with particular focus on management of the University Archives; active outreach and instruction that reinforces the significance of primary source materials as curricular resources; providing research and teaching access to the collections; and planning and implementing digital content creation in the library's digital collection platforms. In addition, the Associate Director will supervise a team currently consisting of two library faculty members, two staff members, and several student workers responsible for delivering high-impact research and learning services to Colgate University and the broader research community. Serving as the University's Archivist, the Associate Director will work directly with University departments, University organizations, students, faculty members, alumni and community members to preserve and make accessible the history of Colgate University. The Associate Director of SCUA should possess a creative and collaborative approach to the implementation of strategic changes in the department; ensure responsive, high quality operations; and develop innovative programs and technological solutions to meet collections management and patron research needs. They also should take an active role in convening meetings for the department and any associated committees, task forces, and working groups, as appropriate. As a member of the leadership team, the Associate Director of SCUA supports the University Librarian in vetting new ideas, initiatives, and strategic plans. All library faculty at Colgate are expected to engage in University service and sustain an active record of professional service and scholarship in the field of Library and Information Science. Job Responsibilities Manage operations, allocated budget, and supervise personnel in the department. Ensure proper storage, treatment, and preservation of the University Libraries' collections in all formats and oversee the general functioning of the library's Conservation Lab. Actively contribute to the development, organization, description, classification, and deaccessioning of the collections in accordance with established and evolving standards. Actively engage in creating and sustaining pedagogical collaborations with faculty members. Conduct research consultations with Colgate students, faculty, staff, and outside scholars. Work with the University Librarian, Associate University Librarian, Collection Strategist and other University offices on donor relations. Develop and administer records management policies and procedures to facilitate effective and efficient handling of all University records in all formats. Consult University offices and organizations on the disposition of records. Lead the department's collection development activities by identifying and acquiring records of long-term historical, evidential, legal, fiscal, and administrative value to the University. In addition, develop collections to reflect the University's curricular and research needs, with an understanding of the value of diverse voices in a range of formats. Actively engage in University and library committees, task forces, and working groups. Collaborate and communicate with members of the outreach and engagement team to create new modalities of instruction, outreach opportunities to students and faculty, and innovative approaches to course and subject guides. Perform other duties as assigned by the University Librarian. The minimum starting salary is $81,000. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Review of applications will begin on September 25, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Colgate is a vibrant liberal arts University of 3,200 students situated in central New York state. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Further information about the University Libraries can be found here. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at this website . Campus Crime Reporting and Statistics The Department of Campus Safety at Colgate University will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page here . Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at . Qualifications Required Qualifications An MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution, or a terminal degree in a related field At least five years of experience working in an academic archive or special collections department At least three years of administrative experience with direct supervision of full-time personnel Teaching experience, especially experience utilizing primary sources and/or artifacts for teaching and learning Knowledge and understanding of trends and best practices in the field of archival management Preferred Qualifications Ability to work with archival collection management software and standards (i.e., Archive-It, ArchivesSpace, EAD, Dublin Core, Omeka) Knowledge of project management software (i.e., Asana) Experience in the curation of digital archival materials Deep and broad understanding of core concepts related to diversity and inclusion, with an awareness of current DEI issues in archives special collections, museums, and related fields Application Instructions Applications for the position should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references should, submitted through In your cover letter, please outline your scholarship and professional development plans and goals. Also tell us how you envision Colgate University Libraries supporting you and contributing to your success in accomplishing these goals. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities, as reflected in the University's Third Century Plan. In their cover letter, candidates must describe how their practice as a librarian might support the University's commitment to diversity and inclusion. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Policy Statement It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
10/14/2025
Full time
Reporting to the Associate University Librarian, the Associate Director of Special Collections and University Archives (SCUA) provides leadership, vision, planning, and management for the Special Collections and University Archives of the Colgate University Libraries. Specific duties include the development, preservation, organization, promotion and digitization of the collections, with particular focus on management of the University Archives; active outreach and instruction that reinforces the significance of primary source materials as curricular resources; providing research and teaching access to the collections; and planning and implementing digital content creation in the library's digital collection platforms. In addition, the Associate Director will supervise a team currently consisting of two library faculty members, two staff members, and several student workers responsible for delivering high-impact research and learning services to Colgate University and the broader research community. Serving as the University's Archivist, the Associate Director will work directly with University departments, University organizations, students, faculty members, alumni and community members to preserve and make accessible the history of Colgate University. The Associate Director of SCUA should possess a creative and collaborative approach to the implementation of strategic changes in the department; ensure responsive, high quality operations; and develop innovative programs and technological solutions to meet collections management and patron research needs. They also should take an active role in convening meetings for the department and any associated committees, task forces, and working groups, as appropriate. As a member of the leadership team, the Associate Director of SCUA supports the University Librarian in vetting new ideas, initiatives, and strategic plans. All library faculty at Colgate are expected to engage in University service and sustain an active record of professional service and scholarship in the field of Library and Information Science. Job Responsibilities Manage operations, allocated budget, and supervise personnel in the department. Ensure proper storage, treatment, and preservation of the University Libraries' collections in all formats and oversee the general functioning of the library's Conservation Lab. Actively contribute to the development, organization, description, classification, and deaccessioning of the collections in accordance with established and evolving standards. Actively engage in creating and sustaining pedagogical collaborations with faculty members. Conduct research consultations with Colgate students, faculty, staff, and outside scholars. Work with the University Librarian, Associate University Librarian, Collection Strategist and other University offices on donor relations. Develop and administer records management policies and procedures to facilitate effective and efficient handling of all University records in all formats. Consult University offices and organizations on the disposition of records. Lead the department's collection development activities by identifying and acquiring records of long-term historical, evidential, legal, fiscal, and administrative value to the University. In addition, develop collections to reflect the University's curricular and research needs, with an understanding of the value of diverse voices in a range of formats. Actively engage in University and library committees, task forces, and working groups. Collaborate and communicate with members of the outreach and engagement team to create new modalities of instruction, outreach opportunities to students and faculty, and innovative approaches to course and subject guides. Perform other duties as assigned by the University Librarian. The minimum starting salary is $81,000. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Review of applications will begin on September 25, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Colgate is a vibrant liberal arts University of 3,200 students situated in central New York state. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Further information about the University Libraries can be found here. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at this website . Campus Crime Reporting and Statistics The Department of Campus Safety at Colgate University will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page here . Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at . Qualifications Required Qualifications An MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution, or a terminal degree in a related field At least five years of experience working in an academic archive or special collections department At least three years of administrative experience with direct supervision of full-time personnel Teaching experience, especially experience utilizing primary sources and/or artifacts for teaching and learning Knowledge and understanding of trends and best practices in the field of archival management Preferred Qualifications Ability to work with archival collection management software and standards (i.e., Archive-It, ArchivesSpace, EAD, Dublin Core, Omeka) Knowledge of project management software (i.e., Asana) Experience in the curation of digital archival materials Deep and broad understanding of core concepts related to diversity and inclusion, with an awareness of current DEI issues in archives special collections, museums, and related fields Application Instructions Applications for the position should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references should, submitted through In your cover letter, please outline your scholarship and professional development plans and goals. Also tell us how you envision Colgate University Libraries supporting you and contributing to your success in accomplishing these goals. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities, as reflected in the University's Third Century Plan. In their cover letter, candidates must describe how their practice as a librarian might support the University's commitment to diversity and inclusion. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Policy Statement It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
DIRECTOR, SPECIAL COLLECTIONS & ARCHIVES, University Libraries Job Description DIRECTOR, SPECIAL COLLECTIONS & ARCHIVES, University Libraries Category Charles River Campus > Library Job Location BOSTON, MA, United States Tracking Code Posted Date 9/26/2025 Salary Grade Grade 51 Position Type Full-Time/Regular The Boston University Libraries seek the next Director of the Special Collections and Archives who will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the library's archival, rare book, and art holdings. As a user-focused and collaborative leader, you will lead the planning, implementation, operations, and assessment of the collections in support of the library's research, engagement, instruction, and outreach programs and services. As a systems thinker, you will identify improvements to the operation of the repository, working closely with peers to improve management and discovery of the university's holdings. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Academic Engagement & Special Collections, you will contribute to building a high trust organizational culture, serve as a department leader in the library organization, a participant and contributor to a wide range of strategic discussions and initiatives, and actively participate in university and professional communities to contribute to the profession and advance best practices in special collections and archives. A strong manager, you will recruit, mentor, and support the team of librarians, archivists, graduate interns, and student employees, who steward the University Archives, research services, processing and collection management, exhibitions, and engagement. An innovative leader, you will lead the provision of engagement programs including research services, the reading room, reference services, research fellowships, a growing instruction program, outreach, exhibitions, and public programs and have a talent for aligning engagement strategies with campus and external partners, in alignment with libraries and university priorities. You will bring a commitment to relevant collecting and responsible stewardship and will advance a collecting profile that matches the University's research and teaching priorities and opportunities and oversee acquisitions policies and priorities, ensuring alignment with institutional teaching and research priorities and stewardship capacity. As the keeper of an expansive contemporary and diverse archival ,rare book and art collections, you will oversee and direct the preservation and collection stewardship activities of the repository including university archives, rare books, manuscripts, and art collections and will be responsible for long-range planning and systems oversight ensuring effective, rigorous adoption of sustainable preservation, discovery, and collection management with a focus on digital readiness, stewardship, and digitization efforts. Astute with resource management, you will be responsible for advancing programmatic and collection-wide stewardship by contributing to fundraising efforts, grant writing, as well as budget management. As a leader in the Boston University Libraries, you will participate in and contribute to relevant library and university-wide activities and committees, collaborate on intramural events and strategic initiatives with library and university departments or programs, and contribute to the profession through service, research, publishing, and/or teaching. Required Skills Required Skills Master's degree in library or archival studies. 8+ years of relevant experience. Firm working knowledge of archival management and research support operations, across both print and digital formats, inclusive of requirements for the care of rare materials Strong leadership and communication skills. Commitment to inclusive and accessible service practices. For consideration, please submit a cover letter, CV, and list of professional references. The libraries will begin review of candidate applications on October 20, 2025. This position will remain open until filled. Working at Boston University Libraries Boston University Libraries is a learning organization that supports BU librarians, archivists, and information and subject specialists seeking and sharing knowledge, practices, and perspectives that advance library collections services, and their own professional development. In a collaborative, supportive, and engaging work environment, BU Libraries expert staff assist multidisciplinary research and exploration, build distinctive collections and archives of enduring research value, and empower users to thrive amid an ever-changing information environment. Located in the heart of Boston, the BU Libraries are embedded in numerous vibrant regional and national library and information specialist networks. The BU Libraries are active members within the Boston Library Consortium (BLC), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Northeast Research Libraries Consortium (NERL), HathiTrust, ArchivesSpace, the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI), and a charter member of JSTOR Seeklight Digital Stewardship Services. Library staff at BU serve as engaged thought-leaders on a wide breadth of library management and service areas across diverse communities. Boston University, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world, with three primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the globe. Chartered in 1869, the University is home to more than 33,000 students from more than 130 countries, 375,000 living alumni, 10,000 faculty and staff, and 17 schools and colleges. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Required Skills Job Location: BOSTON, MA Position Type: Full-Time/Regular Salary Grade: Grade 51 To apply, visit Copyright 2025 Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-84a439d1b81efd44a841ed63b111cf5a
10/11/2025
Full time
DIRECTOR, SPECIAL COLLECTIONS & ARCHIVES, University Libraries Job Description DIRECTOR, SPECIAL COLLECTIONS & ARCHIVES, University Libraries Category Charles River Campus > Library Job Location BOSTON, MA, United States Tracking Code Posted Date 9/26/2025 Salary Grade Grade 51 Position Type Full-Time/Regular The Boston University Libraries seek the next Director of the Special Collections and Archives who will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the library's archival, rare book, and art holdings. As a user-focused and collaborative leader, you will lead the planning, implementation, operations, and assessment of the collections in support of the library's research, engagement, instruction, and outreach programs and services. As a systems thinker, you will identify improvements to the operation of the repository, working closely with peers to improve management and discovery of the university's holdings. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Academic Engagement & Special Collections, you will contribute to building a high trust organizational culture, serve as a department leader in the library organization, a participant and contributor to a wide range of strategic discussions and initiatives, and actively participate in university and professional communities to contribute to the profession and advance best practices in special collections and archives. A strong manager, you will recruit, mentor, and support the team of librarians, archivists, graduate interns, and student employees, who steward the University Archives, research services, processing and collection management, exhibitions, and engagement. An innovative leader, you will lead the provision of engagement programs including research services, the reading room, reference services, research fellowships, a growing instruction program, outreach, exhibitions, and public programs and have a talent for aligning engagement strategies with campus and external partners, in alignment with libraries and university priorities. You will bring a commitment to relevant collecting and responsible stewardship and will advance a collecting profile that matches the University's research and teaching priorities and opportunities and oversee acquisitions policies and priorities, ensuring alignment with institutional teaching and research priorities and stewardship capacity. As the keeper of an expansive contemporary and diverse archival ,rare book and art collections, you will oversee and direct the preservation and collection stewardship activities of the repository including university archives, rare books, manuscripts, and art collections and will be responsible for long-range planning and systems oversight ensuring effective, rigorous adoption of sustainable preservation, discovery, and collection management with a focus on digital readiness, stewardship, and digitization efforts. Astute with resource management, you will be responsible for advancing programmatic and collection-wide stewardship by contributing to fundraising efforts, grant writing, as well as budget management. As a leader in the Boston University Libraries, you will participate in and contribute to relevant library and university-wide activities and committees, collaborate on intramural events and strategic initiatives with library and university departments or programs, and contribute to the profession through service, research, publishing, and/or teaching. Required Skills Required Skills Master's degree in library or archival studies. 8+ years of relevant experience. Firm working knowledge of archival management and research support operations, across both print and digital formats, inclusive of requirements for the care of rare materials Strong leadership and communication skills. Commitment to inclusive and accessible service practices. For consideration, please submit a cover letter, CV, and list of professional references. The libraries will begin review of candidate applications on October 20, 2025. This position will remain open until filled. Working at Boston University Libraries Boston University Libraries is a learning organization that supports BU librarians, archivists, and information and subject specialists seeking and sharing knowledge, practices, and perspectives that advance library collections services, and their own professional development. In a collaborative, supportive, and engaging work environment, BU Libraries expert staff assist multidisciplinary research and exploration, build distinctive collections and archives of enduring research value, and empower users to thrive amid an ever-changing information environment. Located in the heart of Boston, the BU Libraries are embedded in numerous vibrant regional and national library and information specialist networks. The BU Libraries are active members within the Boston Library Consortium (BLC), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Northeast Research Libraries Consortium (NERL), HathiTrust, ArchivesSpace, the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI), and a charter member of JSTOR Seeklight Digital Stewardship Services. Library staff at BU serve as engaged thought-leaders on a wide breadth of library management and service areas across diverse communities. Boston University, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world, with three primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the globe. Chartered in 1869, the University is home to more than 33,000 students from more than 130 countries, 375,000 living alumni, 10,000 faculty and staff, and 17 schools and colleges. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Required Skills Job Location: BOSTON, MA Position Type: Full-Time/Regular Salary Grade: Grade 51 To apply, visit Copyright 2025 Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-84a439d1b81efd44a841ed63b111cf5a
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, Massachusetts
Job no: 528384 Work type: Faculty Full Time Location: UMass Amherst Department: Lib - Res & Learning Services Union: MSP Categories: Library, Librarian About UMass Amherst The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for the common good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450-acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued-and thrives, and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors. We believe every member of our university community can contribute to our ongoing success by striving for the highest level of excellence as we seek breakthrough solutions to mounting environmental, social, economic, and technological challenges in our world. Job Summary The Open Education Librarian provides innovative and high-quality programming and services at UMass Amherst. Housed in the division of Data, Digital Strategies, & Scholarly Communication, the Open Education Librarian leads the Libraries' programs and services supporting the creation, adaptation, and adoption of open educational resources, tools, and practices. Working with Libraries' colleagues, campus partners, faculty, and graduate students, they will prioritize the development of robust, high-impact, and affordable course materials for learners at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, across the Commonwealth, and beyond. Essential FunctionsProvides expertise and guidance across the institution for creating, adapting, and adopting open educational resources (OER), tools, technologies, and practices.Leads Libraries' open education initiatives, including, but not limited to, the Open Education Initiative program.Collaborates with library colleagues and campus partners (e.g. Center for Teaching & Learning, Instructional Design Engagement & Support, Information Technology, etc.) to assess, implement, and maintain platforms and tools that support the creation and use of OER and open pedagogy (e.g. PressBooks, Open Syllabus Analytics, Janeway, etc.)Oversees the planning, delivery, and evaluation of open education events, workshops, training opportunities, and other outreach internally for library colleagues, across the campus, and with local and regional organizations (e.g. the Five College Consortium, the Boston Library Consortium, etc.)Collaborates with campus partners (e.g. Center for Teaching & Learning; Instructional Design, Engagement, and Support (IDEAS), etc.) and student organizations, (e.g. Massachusetts Student Public Interest Research Group (MassPIRG), Student Governance Association (SGA), etc.) to strategically align the Libraries' open education initiatives with campus, state, and national directions in open education.Collaborates with library colleagues and campus partners to collect, analyze, assess and report metrics on the Libraries and campus open education initiatives, programming, and tools.Aligns planning, priorities, goals, and services with the strategic initiatives of the Libraries and the University.Keeps apprised of key issues and trends in open education, open pedagogy, open scholarship and scholarly publishing, information literacy, instructional design, learning support services, online and distance learning, open access, and copyright/authors' rights and regularly incorporates this knowledge into planning and sharing of information with library colleagues and campus partners as relevant.Represents the Libraries at specific library or university events to promote Libraries' services, such as student-focused events, orientations, end of semester support activities for students, etc.Serves on internal committees as assigned and may be asked to represent the Libraries on campus committees, Five College Committees, and Boston Library Consortium Committees, and/or at other selected professional meetings and conferences.Participates in professional development and continuing education activities, including service in professional and scholarly associations, and presenting and publishing on work-related topics.Works a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hours.Performs other related duties as assigned or required to meet the goals of the department, Libraries, and University.May supervise student employees. Organizational ValuesCommitment to support justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) within libraries and institution.Ability to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in adiverse and fast-paced environment.Purposefully promote a One Library environment for all that encourages inclusion, personal growth, respect, self-reflection, curiosity, and continuous learning.Understands responsibilities with respect to conflicts of interest and behaves in ways consistent with both law and with university policy. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)Graduate degree in librarianship (from a program accredited by the American Library Association) or related field by time of hire, or combination of an advanced degree in a relevant subject area and experience in libraries, archives, museums, or similar institutions.For Librarian II, a minimum of 2 years of experience in an academic library, archives, museum, or similar institution.Experience providing library instruction and outreach programming in an academic library setting.Evidence of commitment to user-centered service to students and faculty in an academic institution contributing to student success.Participates in professional development, continuing education activities, professional and scholarly associations, as well as evidence of potential for active contributions to organizations at the Libraries, university, and community level.Demonstrated ability to take initiative, problem-solve, and demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, service excellence, innovation, and creativity.Demonstrated ability to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in a diverse and fast-paced environment.Strong organizational, project, and time management skills to lead or coordinate multiple projects and work with minimal supervision.Strong oral and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)Demonstrated ability to communicate the academic library's role in supporting open educational resources, open pedagogy, and open scholarship and the ability to use this understanding to serve patrons in a research library setting.Fluency with software and workflows for adapting, creating, organizing, and providing access to open educational resources.Experience providing library instruction and outreach programming for faculty and graduate students in an academic library setting.Experience working with and creating open educational materials for underserved student populations, such as international students, English language-learners, first generation students, and transfer students.Experience with project management tools and/or techniques.Experience in academic publishing or editorial experience. Work ScheduleThe regular working schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, day hours.The incumbent of the position is expected to work on a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hours. Salary InformationLibrarian I or II Librarian I: $63,250 Librarian II: $70,725 Benefits University benefits may differ based on collective bargaining agreements (unions). Please see below for the potential benefits MSP Librarians can be entitled to obtain: benefits for the Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) members and benefits for MSP Librarians positions: Human Resources: Faculty & Staff General Benefits Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) Benefits MSP Librarian Positions Benefits Promotion MSP Librarian positions are eligible for promotion, defined as a change in rank as a librarian from one rank to the next higher rank. The bargaining unit member who gets a promotion shall receive the base salary increase in line with the MSP collective bargaining agreement . You can view the MSP Collective Bargaining Agreement, particularly, article 20, to learn more about MSP Librarian Personnel Actions, including promotion, appointment, reappointment, and continuing appointment. Application Instructions Along with the application, please submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for three (3) professional references. The search will remain open until filled. The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws. Advertised: Sep 5 2025 Eastern Daylight Time . click apply for full job details
10/07/2025
Full time
Job no: 528384 Work type: Faculty Full Time Location: UMass Amherst Department: Lib - Res & Learning Services Union: MSP Categories: Library, Librarian About UMass Amherst The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for the common good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450-acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued-and thrives, and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors. We believe every member of our university community can contribute to our ongoing success by striving for the highest level of excellence as we seek breakthrough solutions to mounting environmental, social, economic, and technological challenges in our world. Job Summary The Open Education Librarian provides innovative and high-quality programming and services at UMass Amherst. Housed in the division of Data, Digital Strategies, & Scholarly Communication, the Open Education Librarian leads the Libraries' programs and services supporting the creation, adaptation, and adoption of open educational resources, tools, and practices. Working with Libraries' colleagues, campus partners, faculty, and graduate students, they will prioritize the development of robust, high-impact, and affordable course materials for learners at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, across the Commonwealth, and beyond. Essential FunctionsProvides expertise and guidance across the institution for creating, adapting, and adopting open educational resources (OER), tools, technologies, and practices.Leads Libraries' open education initiatives, including, but not limited to, the Open Education Initiative program.Collaborates with library colleagues and campus partners (e.g. Center for Teaching & Learning, Instructional Design Engagement & Support, Information Technology, etc.) to assess, implement, and maintain platforms and tools that support the creation and use of OER and open pedagogy (e.g. PressBooks, Open Syllabus Analytics, Janeway, etc.)Oversees the planning, delivery, and evaluation of open education events, workshops, training opportunities, and other outreach internally for library colleagues, across the campus, and with local and regional organizations (e.g. the Five College Consortium, the Boston Library Consortium, etc.)Collaborates with campus partners (e.g. Center for Teaching & Learning; Instructional Design, Engagement, and Support (IDEAS), etc.) and student organizations, (e.g. Massachusetts Student Public Interest Research Group (MassPIRG), Student Governance Association (SGA), etc.) to strategically align the Libraries' open education initiatives with campus, state, and national directions in open education.Collaborates with library colleagues and campus partners to collect, analyze, assess and report metrics on the Libraries and campus open education initiatives, programming, and tools.Aligns planning, priorities, goals, and services with the strategic initiatives of the Libraries and the University.Keeps apprised of key issues and trends in open education, open pedagogy, open scholarship and scholarly publishing, information literacy, instructional design, learning support services, online and distance learning, open access, and copyright/authors' rights and regularly incorporates this knowledge into planning and sharing of information with library colleagues and campus partners as relevant.Represents the Libraries at specific library or university events to promote Libraries' services, such as student-focused events, orientations, end of semester support activities for students, etc.Serves on internal committees as assigned and may be asked to represent the Libraries on campus committees, Five College Committees, and Boston Library Consortium Committees, and/or at other selected professional meetings and conferences.Participates in professional development and continuing education activities, including service in professional and scholarly associations, and presenting and publishing on work-related topics.Works a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hours.Performs other related duties as assigned or required to meet the goals of the department, Libraries, and University.May supervise student employees. Organizational ValuesCommitment to support justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) within libraries and institution.Ability to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in adiverse and fast-paced environment.Purposefully promote a One Library environment for all that encourages inclusion, personal growth, respect, self-reflection, curiosity, and continuous learning.Understands responsibilities with respect to conflicts of interest and behaves in ways consistent with both law and with university policy. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)Graduate degree in librarianship (from a program accredited by the American Library Association) or related field by time of hire, or combination of an advanced degree in a relevant subject area and experience in libraries, archives, museums, or similar institutions.For Librarian II, a minimum of 2 years of experience in an academic library, archives, museum, or similar institution.Experience providing library instruction and outreach programming in an academic library setting.Evidence of commitment to user-centered service to students and faculty in an academic institution contributing to student success.Participates in professional development, continuing education activities, professional and scholarly associations, as well as evidence of potential for active contributions to organizations at the Libraries, university, and community level.Demonstrated ability to take initiative, problem-solve, and demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, service excellence, innovation, and creativity.Demonstrated ability to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in a diverse and fast-paced environment.Strong organizational, project, and time management skills to lead or coordinate multiple projects and work with minimal supervision.Strong oral and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)Demonstrated ability to communicate the academic library's role in supporting open educational resources, open pedagogy, and open scholarship and the ability to use this understanding to serve patrons in a research library setting.Fluency with software and workflows for adapting, creating, organizing, and providing access to open educational resources.Experience providing library instruction and outreach programming for faculty and graduate students in an academic library setting.Experience working with and creating open educational materials for underserved student populations, such as international students, English language-learners, first generation students, and transfer students.Experience with project management tools and/or techniques.Experience in academic publishing or editorial experience. Work ScheduleThe regular working schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, day hours.The incumbent of the position is expected to work on a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hours. Salary InformationLibrarian I or II Librarian I: $63,250 Librarian II: $70,725 Benefits University benefits may differ based on collective bargaining agreements (unions). Please see below for the potential benefits MSP Librarians can be entitled to obtain: benefits for the Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) members and benefits for MSP Librarians positions: Human Resources: Faculty & Staff General Benefits Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) Benefits MSP Librarian Positions Benefits Promotion MSP Librarian positions are eligible for promotion, defined as a change in rank as a librarian from one rank to the next higher rank. The bargaining unit member who gets a promotion shall receive the base salary increase in line with the MSP collective bargaining agreement . You can view the MSP Collective Bargaining Agreement, particularly, article 20, to learn more about MSP Librarian Personnel Actions, including promotion, appointment, reappointment, and continuing appointment. Application Instructions Along with the application, please submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for three (3) professional references. The search will remain open until filled. The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws. Advertised: Sep 5 2025 Eastern Daylight Time . click apply for full job details
Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Campus OSU-Center for Health Sciences Contact Name & Email Jeff Kellerman, Work Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends. Appointment Length Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice Hiring Range Commensurate with education and experience Priority Application Date While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration. Special Instructions to Applicants For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references. About this Position Responsible for the stewardship of the institution's archival collections, both physical and digital. Applies industry best practices to maintain, preserve, develop, and promote these collections, ensuring accessibility, discoverability, and long-term preservation. Key Responsibilities: Manage OSU-CHS's physical and digital archival collections in accordance with professional standards. Provide reference and guidance regarding efficient and cost-effective records management and disposition processes in compliance with the Oklahoma Archives and Records Commission. Staff the library circulation desk, proctor library testing center exams, and provide supervision to student employees. Support the mission and strategic goals of the Medical Library by performing additional duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Master's Library and Information Science from an American Library Association-accredited program (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date) Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Knowledge of archival science and digital image processing/preservation. Willingness to work with human anatomical models. Ability to exercise independent judgement, to assume responsibility, and to work independently with little direction. Ability to work collaboratively with librarians and staff from other departments in the institution. Ability to plan and organize work. Ability to handle complex records and processes. Proficient/expert skills using computers and databases, and documenting workflows. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive work environment and build authentic relationships with coworkers and patrons (students, staff, and faculty). Preferred Qualifications Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Experience as an archives librarian and an academic librarian preferred. Software skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, CoPilot, Zoom, Archives Information Management Systems (AIMS), and other digital management systems preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred. AHIP membership preferred.
10/06/2025
Full time
Campus OSU-Center for Health Sciences Contact Name & Email Jeff Kellerman, Work Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends. Appointment Length Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice Hiring Range Commensurate with education and experience Priority Application Date While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration. Special Instructions to Applicants For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references. About this Position Responsible for the stewardship of the institution's archival collections, both physical and digital. Applies industry best practices to maintain, preserve, develop, and promote these collections, ensuring accessibility, discoverability, and long-term preservation. Key Responsibilities: Manage OSU-CHS's physical and digital archival collections in accordance with professional standards. Provide reference and guidance regarding efficient and cost-effective records management and disposition processes in compliance with the Oklahoma Archives and Records Commission. Staff the library circulation desk, proctor library testing center exams, and provide supervision to student employees. Support the mission and strategic goals of the Medical Library by performing additional duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Master's Library and Information Science from an American Library Association-accredited program (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date) Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Knowledge of archival science and digital image processing/preservation. Willingness to work with human anatomical models. Ability to exercise independent judgement, to assume responsibility, and to work independently with little direction. Ability to work collaboratively with librarians and staff from other departments in the institution. Ability to plan and organize work. Ability to handle complex records and processes. Proficient/expert skills using computers and databases, and documenting workflows. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive work environment and build authentic relationships with coworkers and patrons (students, staff, and faculty). Preferred Qualifications Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Experience as an archives librarian and an academic librarian preferred. Software skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, CoPilot, Zoom, Archives Information Management Systems (AIMS), and other digital management systems preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred. AHIP membership preferred.
DIRECTOR, SPECIAL COLLECTIONS & ARCHIVES, University Libraries Job Description DIRECTOR, SPECIAL COLLECTIONS & ARCHIVES, University Libraries Category Charles River Campus > Library Job Location BOSTON, MA, United States Tracking Code Posted Date 9/26/2025 Salary Grade Grade 51 Position Type Full-Time/Regular The Boston University Libraries seek the next Director of the Special Collections and Archives who will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the library's archival, rare book, and art holdings. As a user-focused and collaborative leader, you will lead the planning, implementation, operations, and assessment of the collections in support of the library's research, engagement, instruction, and outreach programs and services. As a systems thinker, you will identify improvements to the operation of the repository, working closely with peers to improve management and discovery of the university's holdings. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Academic Engagement & Special Collections, you will contribute to building a high trust organizational culture, serve as a department leader in the library organization, a participant and contributor to a wide range of strategic discussions and initiatives, and actively participate in university and professional communities to contribute to the profession and advance best practices in special collections and archives. A strong manager, you will recruit, mentor, and support the team of librarians, archivists, graduate interns, and student employees, who steward the University Archives, research services, processing and collection management, exhibitions, and engagement. An innovative leader, you will lead the provision of engagement programs including research services, the reading room, reference services, research fellowships, a growing instruction program, outreach, exhibitions, and public programs and have a talent for aligning engagement strategies with campus and external partners, in alignment with libraries and university priorities. You will bring a commitment to relevant collecting and responsible stewardship and will advance a collecting profile that matches the University's research and teaching priorities and opportunities and oversee acquisitions policies and priorities, ensuring alignment with institutional teaching and research priorities and stewardship capacity. As the keeper of an expansive contemporary and diverse archival ,rare book and art collections, you will oversee and direct the preservation and collection stewardship activities of the repository including university archives, rare books, manuscripts, and art collections and will be responsible for long-range planning and systems oversight ensuring effective, rigorous adoption of sustainable preservation, discovery, and collection management with a focus on digital readiness, stewardship, and digitization efforts. Astute with resource management, you will be responsible for advancing programmatic and collection-wide stewardship by contributing to fundraising efforts, grant writing, as well as budget management. As a leader in the Boston University Libraries, you will participate in and contribute to relevant library and university-wide activities and committees, collaborate on intramural events and strategic initiatives with library and university departments or programs, and contribute to the profession through service, research, publishing, and/or teaching. Required Skills Required Skills Master's degree in library or archival studies. 8+ years of relevant experience. Firm working knowledge of archival management and research support operations, across both print and digital formats, inclusive of requirements for the care of rare materials Strong leadership and communication skills. Commitment to inclusive and accessible service practices. For consideration, please submit a cover letter, CV, and list of professional references. The libraries will begin review of candidate applications on October 20, 2025. This position will remain open until filled. Working at Boston University Libraries Boston University Libraries is a learning organization that supports BU librarians, archivists, and information and subject specialists seeking and sharing knowledge, practices, and perspectives that advance library collections services, and their own professional development. In a collaborative, supportive, and engaging work environment, BU Libraries expert staff assist multidisciplinary research and exploration, build distinctive collections and archives of enduring research value, and empower users to thrive amid an ever-changing information environment. Located in the heart of Boston, the BU Libraries are embedded in numerous vibrant regional and national library and information specialist networks. The BU Libraries are active members within the Boston Library Consortium (BLC), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Northeast Research Libraries Consortium (NERL), HathiTrust, ArchivesSpace, the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI), and a charter member of JSTOR Seeklight Digital Stewardship Services. Library staff at BU serve as engaged thought-leaders on a wide breadth of library management and service areas across diverse communities. Boston University, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world, with three primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the globe. Chartered in 1869, the University is home to more than 33,000 students from more than 130 countries, 375,000 living alumni, 10,000 faculty and staff, and 17 schools and colleges. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Required Skills Job Location: BOSTON, MA Position Type: Full-Time/Regular Salary Grade: Grade 51 To apply, visit Copyright 2025 Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-84a439d1b81efd44a841ed63b111cf5a
10/02/2025
Full time
DIRECTOR, SPECIAL COLLECTIONS & ARCHIVES, University Libraries Job Description DIRECTOR, SPECIAL COLLECTIONS & ARCHIVES, University Libraries Category Charles River Campus > Library Job Location BOSTON, MA, United States Tracking Code Posted Date 9/26/2025 Salary Grade Grade 51 Position Type Full-Time/Regular The Boston University Libraries seek the next Director of the Special Collections and Archives who will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the library's archival, rare book, and art holdings. As a user-focused and collaborative leader, you will lead the planning, implementation, operations, and assessment of the collections in support of the library's research, engagement, instruction, and outreach programs and services. As a systems thinker, you will identify improvements to the operation of the repository, working closely with peers to improve management and discovery of the university's holdings. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Academic Engagement & Special Collections, you will contribute to building a high trust organizational culture, serve as a department leader in the library organization, a participant and contributor to a wide range of strategic discussions and initiatives, and actively participate in university and professional communities to contribute to the profession and advance best practices in special collections and archives. A strong manager, you will recruit, mentor, and support the team of librarians, archivists, graduate interns, and student employees, who steward the University Archives, research services, processing and collection management, exhibitions, and engagement. An innovative leader, you will lead the provision of engagement programs including research services, the reading room, reference services, research fellowships, a growing instruction program, outreach, exhibitions, and public programs and have a talent for aligning engagement strategies with campus and external partners, in alignment with libraries and university priorities. You will bring a commitment to relevant collecting and responsible stewardship and will advance a collecting profile that matches the University's research and teaching priorities and opportunities and oversee acquisitions policies and priorities, ensuring alignment with institutional teaching and research priorities and stewardship capacity. As the keeper of an expansive contemporary and diverse archival ,rare book and art collections, you will oversee and direct the preservation and collection stewardship activities of the repository including university archives, rare books, manuscripts, and art collections and will be responsible for long-range planning and systems oversight ensuring effective, rigorous adoption of sustainable preservation, discovery, and collection management with a focus on digital readiness, stewardship, and digitization efforts. Astute with resource management, you will be responsible for advancing programmatic and collection-wide stewardship by contributing to fundraising efforts, grant writing, as well as budget management. As a leader in the Boston University Libraries, you will participate in and contribute to relevant library and university-wide activities and committees, collaborate on intramural events and strategic initiatives with library and university departments or programs, and contribute to the profession through service, research, publishing, and/or teaching. Required Skills Required Skills Master's degree in library or archival studies. 8+ years of relevant experience. Firm working knowledge of archival management and research support operations, across both print and digital formats, inclusive of requirements for the care of rare materials Strong leadership and communication skills. Commitment to inclusive and accessible service practices. For consideration, please submit a cover letter, CV, and list of professional references. The libraries will begin review of candidate applications on October 20, 2025. This position will remain open until filled. Working at Boston University Libraries Boston University Libraries is a learning organization that supports BU librarians, archivists, and information and subject specialists seeking and sharing knowledge, practices, and perspectives that advance library collections services, and their own professional development. In a collaborative, supportive, and engaging work environment, BU Libraries expert staff assist multidisciplinary research and exploration, build distinctive collections and archives of enduring research value, and empower users to thrive amid an ever-changing information environment. Located in the heart of Boston, the BU Libraries are embedded in numerous vibrant regional and national library and information specialist networks. The BU Libraries are active members within the Boston Library Consortium (BLC), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Northeast Research Libraries Consortium (NERL), HathiTrust, ArchivesSpace, the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI), and a charter member of JSTOR Seeklight Digital Stewardship Services. Library staff at BU serve as engaged thought-leaders on a wide breadth of library management and service areas across diverse communities. Boston University, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world, with three primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the globe. Chartered in 1869, the University is home to more than 33,000 students from more than 130 countries, 375,000 living alumni, 10,000 faculty and staff, and 17 schools and colleges. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Required Skills Job Location: BOSTON, MA Position Type: Full-Time/Regular Salary Grade: Grade 51 To apply, visit Copyright 2025 Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-84a439d1b81efd44a841ed63b111cf5a
Westfield State University
Westfield, Massachusetts
Digital Repository Assistant Position Description About Westfield State University: In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens. Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst with a selection of museums, theater, collegiate and minor league sports, hiking trails, and restaurants. The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont. Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member You are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values. Our Values Westfield State commits to values that strengthen a common bond among all members of our community and promotes a rich campus environment. Embrace Diversity - We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect. Maintain Excellence and Integrity - We maintain excellence and integrity in all that we do. Collaborate with Each Other - We make decisions in a transparent and collaborative manner. Provide Accessible Education - We commit to providing an accessible, affordable public higher education for all. Build a Strong Community - We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives. Engage the Outside Community - We support civic engagement in local, regional, and global initiatives. Job Description: Campus Title: Digital Repository Assistant Position Description Department: Library FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Funding: Contracted Job Type: Part-time Timeframe: 52 Weeks Shift: 14 Hours Per Week; this position is partially remote eligible Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday Salary: $17:00 -$19.50 per hour (commensurate with education and experience) Overview The part-time Digital Repository Assistant's primary role is to support and maintain the technical aspects of the University's Digital Institutional Repository under the supervision of, and in consultation with, the Digital Initiatives and Technology (DIT) Librarian. In addition, the Repository Assistant will have archival maintenance responsibilities in support of the University Archives. Duties and Responsibilities: Duties include but not limited to: Essential: Specific Responsibilities with Digital Repository Receives materials for inclusion in the Westfield State University Digital Repository Applies policies and procedures in materials ingestion, tracks materials through the process, catalogs legacy and current material, converts analog media to digital files, loads content into the digital repository, and maintains digital preservation policies and procedures Advises on long-term policy and decision-making determined by the DIT Librarian, and collaborates with the DIT Librarian on major implementations With support from the DIT Librarian, troubleshoots and resolves problems related to ingestion and metadata maintenance Under direction of the DIT Librarian, may work with platform vendor to resolve issues related to day-to-day technical issues that impact our processes and workflows Prepares reports and internal documentation related to ingestion, and the repository's workflows and processes Under direction of the DIT Librarian, may assist with creating outreach materials used by Library staff to promote awareness of the repository; invite submissions; and follow up on received submissions Specific Responsibilities with University Archives Accession items to the Archives through basic preservation and description Update Archives records as materials are received Assist visitors to the Archives with access to materials Keep the Archives organized and reshelve items Track use of the Archives by university and external people/organizations Requirements: Qualifications required at hire Expressed interest in working in a higher-education library setting History of working independently and as part of a team Demonstrated ability to apply analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and archival principles Evidence of written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills Experience performing detail-oriented work to a high standard Evidence of excellent organizational skills Demonstrated understanding of systems usability principles Demonstrated experience with database technology, data input, and performing advanced queries Dedicated to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion Preferred Qualifications Experience organizing hardcopy and digital files following instructions Understanding of XML, XSLT and Metadata schemas and its applications Practical experience with basic cataloging and/or archiving principles Skills to be acquired on the job Use of an institutional repository system Practical application of the Open Archival Information System (OAIS) reference model Experience with creating descriptive metadata using MODS metadata schema Basic archival description and cataloging principles Applying quality control measures Documenting user procedures Creating system usage reports Additional Information: Disability Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor. Background Check Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration. Application Instructions: An on-line application is required. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents: Resume Cover Letter Contact information for three references Copy of unofficial transcript of highest degree Provide the contact information for reference providers in the reference section of the online application. Deadline: The job posting will be open a minimum of ten days and, if needed, will remain open until finalists have been selected. NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk . The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us. To apply, visit Copyright 2022 Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-2b39f2ebf2dc0d47946af37dd4b3b96e
10/02/2025
Full time
Digital Repository Assistant Position Description About Westfield State University: In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens. Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst with a selection of museums, theater, collegiate and minor league sports, hiking trails, and restaurants. The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont. Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member You are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values. Our Values Westfield State commits to values that strengthen a common bond among all members of our community and promotes a rich campus environment. Embrace Diversity - We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect. Maintain Excellence and Integrity - We maintain excellence and integrity in all that we do. Collaborate with Each Other - We make decisions in a transparent and collaborative manner. Provide Accessible Education - We commit to providing an accessible, affordable public higher education for all. Build a Strong Community - We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives. Engage the Outside Community - We support civic engagement in local, regional, and global initiatives. Job Description: Campus Title: Digital Repository Assistant Position Description Department: Library FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Funding: Contracted Job Type: Part-time Timeframe: 52 Weeks Shift: 14 Hours Per Week; this position is partially remote eligible Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday Salary: $17:00 -$19.50 per hour (commensurate with education and experience) Overview The part-time Digital Repository Assistant's primary role is to support and maintain the technical aspects of the University's Digital Institutional Repository under the supervision of, and in consultation with, the Digital Initiatives and Technology (DIT) Librarian. In addition, the Repository Assistant will have archival maintenance responsibilities in support of the University Archives. Duties and Responsibilities: Duties include but not limited to: Essential: Specific Responsibilities with Digital Repository Receives materials for inclusion in the Westfield State University Digital Repository Applies policies and procedures in materials ingestion, tracks materials through the process, catalogs legacy and current material, converts analog media to digital files, loads content into the digital repository, and maintains digital preservation policies and procedures Advises on long-term policy and decision-making determined by the DIT Librarian, and collaborates with the DIT Librarian on major implementations With support from the DIT Librarian, troubleshoots and resolves problems related to ingestion and metadata maintenance Under direction of the DIT Librarian, may work with platform vendor to resolve issues related to day-to-day technical issues that impact our processes and workflows Prepares reports and internal documentation related to ingestion, and the repository's workflows and processes Under direction of the DIT Librarian, may assist with creating outreach materials used by Library staff to promote awareness of the repository; invite submissions; and follow up on received submissions Specific Responsibilities with University Archives Accession items to the Archives through basic preservation and description Update Archives records as materials are received Assist visitors to the Archives with access to materials Keep the Archives organized and reshelve items Track use of the Archives by university and external people/organizations Requirements: Qualifications required at hire Expressed interest in working in a higher-education library setting History of working independently and as part of a team Demonstrated ability to apply analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and archival principles Evidence of written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills Experience performing detail-oriented work to a high standard Evidence of excellent organizational skills Demonstrated understanding of systems usability principles Demonstrated experience with database technology, data input, and performing advanced queries Dedicated to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion Preferred Qualifications Experience organizing hardcopy and digital files following instructions Understanding of XML, XSLT and Metadata schemas and its applications Practical experience with basic cataloging and/or archiving principles Skills to be acquired on the job Use of an institutional repository system Practical application of the Open Archival Information System (OAIS) reference model Experience with creating descriptive metadata using MODS metadata schema Basic archival description and cataloging principles Applying quality control measures Documenting user procedures Creating system usage reports Additional Information: Disability Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor. Background Check Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration. Application Instructions: An on-line application is required. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents: Resume Cover Letter Contact information for three references Copy of unofficial transcript of highest degree Provide the contact information for reference providers in the reference section of the online application. Deadline: The job posting will be open a minimum of ten days and, if needed, will remain open until finalists have been selected. NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk . The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us. To apply, visit Copyright 2022 Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-2b39f2ebf2dc0d47946af37dd4b3b96e
