Hartford Campus Library Director (Librarian 3 - Manager or Librarian 4 - Manager) - The UConn Library. JOB SUMMARY:
The UConn Library seeks a collaborative and visionary leader to serve
as Director of the UConn Hartford Campus Library. Located within the
Hartford Public Library in the heart of Connecticut’s vibrant capital
city, the UConn Hartford Campus Library serves UConn Hartford students,
faculty, and staff in support of research and academic scholarship. The
Hartford Campus Library Director will also partner with Hartford Campus
and Hartford Public Library colleagues to envision, sponsor, and enact
original programming and services for the UConn Hartford campus and
extended community.
Reporting to the Associate University
Librarian for Academic Engagement, the Hartford Campus Library Director
is responsible for providing an excellent academic library experience
for faculty and students. The Director supervises four full-time staff
members to collectively advance the Unit and the UConn Library through
engagement and collaboration with Library-wide initiatives and
colleagues at the main Storrs campus and across the University’s other
regional campus libraries. The successful candidate will demonstrate
excellent leadership, communication, professional judgment, knowledge
sharing, relationship building, and decision-making practices while
reinforcing the principles of inclusion and equity in daily
responsibilities. Along with all UConn Library personnel, the Hartford
Campus Library Director will demonstrate respect in all interactions
within the Library and across the University and will exemplify the
UConn Library values of kindness and trust, curiosity and inquiry,
equity and inclusion, and having fun.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leads and manages the UConn Hartford Campus Library, overseeing daily
operations, staff, collections, services, collaborations, and
initiatives, serving UConn Hartford students, faculty, and staff in
support of research and academic scholarship. Develops, implements, and
evaluates Library policies and procedures as related to position
responsibilities. Advances collaboration with the Hartford Public
Library, the pre-eminent partnership in the work of the Hartford Campus,
working closely with campus and public library leaders and staff.
Initiates and maintains successful relationships with internal and
external stakeholders, including donors. Serves as a member of the UConn
Hartford campus leadership team, connecting the UConn Hartford Campus
Library to research, teaching, and learning on the Hartford campus.
Positions the UConn Hartford Campus Library to support research
initiatives and community engaged scholarship on the Hartford campus,
such as the Global Sustainable Cities Initiative. Serves as library
liaison for one or more academic or administrative areas. Researches
community educational and research needs and utilizes principles and
best practices for in-person and online instruction. Reinforces the
principles of equity, diversity and inclusion, working collaboratively
with individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
in advancing EDI efforts. Maintains active engagement and creates
significant contributions in professional activities at a statewide,
regional, and/or national level.
Shared Expectations for Supervisors:
Assigns, oversees, reviews, and evaluates work of direct reports.
Establishes work schedule(s) and approves timecard(s). Maintains
supervisory files. Promotes collegiality and inclusivity and is
communicative about priorities, opportunities, and challenges.
Encourages new thinking and ideas and actively fosters open
communication. Creates a positive workplace culture through promotion of
diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Follows the Performance
Management Guidelines as outlined by the Library, Human Resources, and
the staff member’s contractually specified evaluation process. Provides
training and assistance to each direct report. Supports involvement in
professional development activities and provides internal development
opportunities as appropriate to each position.
Shared Expectations for All Staff:
Applies the principles of the Library's Strategic Framework and core
values through active contribution and cooperation in achieving Area and
Unit priorities and operational goals. Demonstrates reliable and
effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to
provide excellent professional service and collaborate with other
departments and divisions within the Library and across the University.
Demonstrates active learning in and communication of ongoing trends and
developments related to professional and positional responsibilities.
Works effectively in current office applications, software, and
communication tools as employed by the UConn Library and University of
Connecticut. Exhibits appreciation of, sensitivity to, and respect for a
diverse working environment, inclusive of social, economic, cultural,
ideological, gender, racial, and ethnic backgrounds. Performs duties
parallel to position responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A graduate degree in Library and Information Science from an American
Library Association-accredited institution (or international
equivalent). Minimum of six years of related professional experience.
Supervisory experience with knowledge of principles and best practices
of employee supervision. Must demonstrate values of collegiality and
cultivate an inclusive, participatory team environment to support and
lead an experienced staff. Evidence of advancing programmatic and
service initiatives in support of academic teaching, learning, and
research. Proven public service skills with the ability to build and
maintain collaborations in support of civic engagement. Knowledge of the
principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Evidence of advanced
interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Ability to
maintain active engagement and create significant contributions in
professional activities at a statewide, regional, and/or national level.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for Appointment as a Librarian 4
- Manager: Minimum of nine years of related professional experience.
Evidence of successfully providing education and research support
through in-depth knowledge of principles and best practices of in-person
and online instruction. Knowledge of scholarly research and
communications processes at a mastery level. Evidence of leadership
and/or creating significant contributions in professional activities at a
statewide, regional, and/or national level.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Evidence of success in reinforcing and promoting diversity, equity, and
inclusion and working collaboratively with individuals of diverse
backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Exceptional critical
thinking and creative problem solving skills. Knowledge of assessment
standards and best practices.
About UConn: UConn is one
of the top public research universities in the nation, with more than
30,000 students pursuing answers to critical questions in labs, lecture
halls, and the community. Knowledge exploration throughout the
University’s network of campuses is united by a culture of innovation.
An unprecedented commitment from the State of Connecticut ensures UConn
attracts internationally renowned faculty and the world’s brightest
students. A tradition of coaching winning athletes makes UConn a
standout in Division l sports and fuels our academic spirit.
UConn is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and
diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of
students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of
honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make
UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes
serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach
missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research
universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to
fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse
University community. As a vibrant, progressive leader, UConn fosters a
diverse and dynamic culture that meets the challenges of a changing
global society.
With the move from West Hartford to downtown
Hartford, the faculty and staff at UConn Hartford have built upon the
campus’s historical strengths while leveraging exciting new
possibilities our new location in the state capital affords. Aligned to
the University’s mission and core values, UConn Hartford connects its
diverse student body to teaching, research, and service in and about the
global city. With a vision of academic excellence focused on
community-based, collaborative learning, UConn Hartford plays a critical
role in advancing the University’s commitment to innovation,
leadership, global engagement, and cultural and intellectual diversity.
UConn Hartford offers undergraduate classes in 36 departments and
masters, doctoral and certificate programs in five disciplines. Academic
offerings span seven Schools and Colleges (Agriculture, Health and
Natural Resources; Business; Education; Engineering; Fine Arts; Liberal
Arts and Sciences; Social Work). UConn Hartford has a highly diverse
undergraduate population. With a large first-generation (49%) and
minority (57%) student body, including sizable Muslim and veteran
populations, our campus community and classrooms greatly benefit from
this diversity. Since many of our students come from educationally
under-resourced communities, our student support staff work diligently
to provide them access to much-needed academic services.
Student, faculty, and staff partnerships with Hartford community
organizations enhance learning and research opportunities and bring
positive change to individuals, organizations, neighborhoods and/or
larger systems in our community. We challenge our students to apply
these experiences to their academic success, civic development, personal
and career growth and a deeper understanding of larger social issues.
APPOINTMENT TERMS:
This is a full-time position based in Hartford, Connecticut. The
University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits, including
employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn and a highly desirable
work environment. Rank and salary are dependent upon education,
qualifications, and experience.
TO APPLY: Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs,
Staff Positions, Search #494894 and upload a cover letter, detailed
resume, and contact information for three professional references. In
order to be considered for the position candidates should address in
their cover letter and/or resume how their candidacy meets the position
responsibilities, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications
(if applicable). The successful candidate does not need to be
experienced in all of the platforms referenced, but will have a growth
mindset and a commitment to continued learning. Nominations and
inquiries should be sent in confidence to ellen.silbermann@uconn.edu. To ensure full consideration, inquiries and applications should be submitted by January 10, 2021.
Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the
successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. All
employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which
may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a
multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The
diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does
the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who
consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers
and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity,
and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s
top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical
link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse
University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment
Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women,
veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally
underrepresented populations.
