Fairfield University’s
DiMenna-Nyselius Library is currently accepting applications for the
position of Collection Strategies Librarian. This position will be a
part of a collaborative team where new ideas are encouraged,
appreciated, and can make a difference.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Oversees the selection, acquisition, accessibility, and deselection of
library collections, in all formats, in support of teaching, learning,
and research at Fairfield University. Facilitates Collection
Development and Management Committee (CDMC) meetings, composed of
Faculty Partnership Program librarians who develop collections for the
disciplines they support. Manages the budget and endowment funds for
library collections. Prepares invoices, works with vendors, and monitors
the book approval plans and the licensing and renewal of electronic
resources. Performs data analysis to inform collection decisions and to
populate assessment reports. Provides guidance and leadership for the
Library’s interlibrary loan unit.
UNUSUAL WORK CONDITIONS:
Physical requirements: mobility; must be able to lift materials off
shelf. Availability for evening and weekend work, as needed, is
required.
EDUCATION: Graduate degree in Library &
Information Science (MLS or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited program,
second Master’s in subject-specific field, or equivalent experience, is
preferred.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE: Two years or more experience
managing print and electronic resources in an academic library.
Knowledge of best practices, current trends and issues in collections
management. Experience negotiating with vendors and working with
consortia. Experience with budgets, resource sharing, approval plans,
electronic resource management, and collections assessment. Strong
commitment to service and an ability to effectively communicate with
librarians, faculty, and other stakeholders about collection management
topics. Organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with a
desire to develop and steward diverse and inclusive collections.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Second Master’s in subject-specific field, or
equivalent experience. Supervisory experience. Experience reviewing and
amending licenses for electronic resources. Experience and skill
utilizing data analysis and metrics. Experience managing budgets.
Experience working with consortia.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides
leadership, management, and strategic direction for Collections and
Interlibrary Loan. Provides library systems technology recommendations
and guidance on best practices. Oversees the Library’s procurement and
deselection practices. Manages the Library’s collection development
budget. Supervises and supports staff. Participates in the growth,
development and professional work of the Library. Performs such other
duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and
as departmental/University needs indicate.
TO APPLY: For the full job posting and to apply, visit THIS LINK. Candidates applying by November 18, 2022
will be given first consideration.
Fairfield University
provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants
for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type
without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all
terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring,
placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of
absence, compensation and training.
