Residency Position at Iowa

THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA LIBRARIES
IOWA CITY, IOWA

Position Vacancy

RESIDENCY PROGRAM REFERENCE & INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN

Program Purpose: The purpose of the University of Iowa Libraries' Residency Program is to interest entry-level librarians who are members of historically underrepresented groups in professional learning and service at the University of Iowa Libraries and, ultimately, in a career in academic librarianship. The program began more than fifteen years ago and is a keystone of the Libraries’ long-standing commitment to diversity. It is designed around an assignment in a professional position that is challenging, offers a solid foundation for a career in research librarianship, and provides significant opportunities for professional development and mentoring.

Please visit our Recruiting Librarians website for information about working at the UI Libraries and living in the diverse community of Iowa City.

Position Description: The Libraries seeks an entry-level, two-year Residency Program Librarian to serve in its Reference and Library Instruction Department. Each participant in the program has an appointment providing reference and instructional services in the Libraries. In addition, participants learn about other departments in the Libraries, have an assignment in collection development, serve on committees in the library system, and initiate a program of professional development and contribution. Of great importance is that each resident also chooses one or more tracks providing a significant experience in an area of individual interest such as archives' processing, digital initiatives, cataloging, or scholarly communication. Placement assistance is provided and program participants are eligible and encouraged to apply for regular professional positions that may arise in the Libraries. This position reports to the Head, Reference and Library Instruction, and requires some evening and weekend commitment.

Mentoring: The department head, along with the Director, Human Resources and Diversity Programs, serve as mentors for residents. Opportunities for peer and informal mentoring are available, as well, and regular meetings are arranged with the University Librarian and appropriate Associate University Librarians.

Professional Development: Professional development is a strong component of the Residency Program. Participants are encouraged to give presentations, attend national and regional conferences, and/or write for professional publications. The Libraries provides significant financial support for attendance at conferences and professional meetings. In addition, if accepted by the institutes, residents receive support to participate in the Minnesota Institute for Early Career Librarians from Traditionally Underrepresented Groups and ACRL's Institute for Information Literacy Immersion Program (or similar program of individual professional interest).

Required Qualifications: A graduate degree from an ALA-accredited program in Library and Information Science; general knowledge of traditional and electronic information resources; general knowledge of information literacy and instruction principles; demonstrated commitment to diversity in the workplace or community; ability to work in a team environment; excellent written and oral communication skills; and a demonstrated interest in professional development and contribution.

Additional Expectations of the Position

• Civil and Respectful Interactions: Demonstrates respect for all members of the University community in the course of performing one’s duties and in response to administrators, supervisors, coworkers, and customers; constructively brings forward workplace concerns to coworkers and/or supervisor.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Welcomes the richness of talent from a diverse workforce and recognizes that diversity brings stimulation, challenge, and energy that contribute to a productive and effective workplace.
• Leadership Accountability: Represents the interests of the University and of unit leadership in the use of resources to meet service and productivity demands within unit goals and budgets; strives to promote continual process and quality improvement.
• Learning and Professional Development: Seeks opportunities to enhance one’s own professional knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to one’s current position and/or to prepare for potential future roles and overall career development.

Salary and Appointment: The two-year appointment will be made at the Librarian I level with an annual salary of $41,000. The University of Iowa offers an attractive package of benefits including 24 days of paid vacation per year, TIAA/CREF retirement, and a flexible selection of medical, life, and dental insurance, childcare credit, and additional options. Residents are also provided with a generous allowance for moving expenses.

The University of Iowa Libraries: The University of Iowa library system consists of the Main Library, the Hardin Library for the Health Sciences and 9 branch libraries (Art, Music, Business, and the sciences). With more than 4 million volumes, the Libraries ranks 31 out of 114 among the Association of Research Libraries for size of collections. InfoHawk, the Libraries’ integrated online system, uses ExLibris’ Aleph 500 software. The Libraries has been innovative in the development of services related to digital technologies with the creation of such units as the Information Arcade and Information Commons. The University Libraries is an active member of the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC), the Committee on Institutional Cooperation (CIC), the Center for Research Libraries (CRL), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI), and the ARL SPARC Project. The Libraries provides a program of support for professional development activities and its staff members are actively engaged in national cooperative efforts.

The University and Iowa City: A major research and teaching institution, the University of Iowa offers internationally recognized programs in a diverse array of academic, medical, and artistic disciplines, from otolaryngology to fiction writing, printmaking to space science, hydraulic engineering to dance. The University consists of a faculty of 2,000 and a permanent staff of 15,000 serving 30,000 students, close to 10,000 of whom are registered in graduate and professional degree programs. Approximately 8% of the University’s workforce is minority faculty and staff, 9% of the student body are members of minority groups, and 7% are international students.

Iowa City is a community of some 63,000 people (more than 100,000 live in the surrounding area) with excellent educational, recreational, and cultural advantages. It is consistently cited in the national media as a city with an excellent quality of life. The community is growing in its diversity; within the Iowa City Community School District, 13.4% of the students are African American, 7.2% are Asian American, 6.6% are Latino, and .5% are Native American. The Latino population is increasing at a rate of .5%/year. The city is readily accessible via interstate highways and a major airport only 30 minutes away.

Application Procedure: To apply for this position, please visit the University of Iowa Jobs@UIOWA website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu/. To help facilitate your application process, note the requisition number -- 54928. Applications must be received by March 3, 2008. Please, in your cover letter, include a substantial paragraph describing what in your background has helped you develop the skills that enable you to serve clientele of diverse backgrounds.

THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

For more information about the University of Iowa Libraries and community, please see http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/ and http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/about/employment/recruiting.html

"Criticas Magazine" unveils a new blog, "Multicultural Link"

The authors, Loida Garcia-Febo and Bruce Jensen, of Multicultural Link will be blogging on a daily basis on various issues, including collection development, programs and services, as well as current issues that relate to academic, public, and special libraries. Issues will range from local, national, and international scope. In addition, many of the issues will most likely be relevant to the work that REFORMA members are involved.

To view the latest blog entry, please point your Web browser to: http://www.criticasmagazine.com/

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Libraries position

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Libraries
Associate Professor, Tenure Leading
Associate Dean

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Libraries seeks a highly energetic, creative, knowledgeable, and experienced library leader to fill the position of Associate Dean. This individual will lead efforts in assessment and evaluation of Libraries programs and services. Reporting directly to the Dean, the Associate Dean is one of two Associate Deans, and a member of the Libraries Executive Committee.

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership for library-wide assessment and evaluation initiatives and services.
• Maintain current knowledge of all aspects of assessment and evaluation issues.
• May supervise or coordinate one or more library units including formulating long and short term objectives.
• Serves as a member of the Libraries’ management team, contributing to strategic planning efforts, program development and assessment, budget formulation and allocation of resources in support of the Libraries’ mission.
• Represents the Libraries within the university, and on committees and forums at the state and national level.

Qualifications:
Required:

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in increasingly responsible academic or research library management positions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, time-management skills, and multitasking skills.
• A record of effective collaborative efforts involving diverse faculty, library staff, students and other campus stakeholders.
• Substantial record of scholarship.
• Capacity to thrive in an environment of change and to foster that capacity in others.
• Evidence of a strong commitment to excellent customer service.

Preferred:

• Assessment and evaluation leadership experience as evidenced by oversight of a program in a large academic/research library, or equivalent.
• Substantial knowledge of current trends in assessment and evaluation.

TENURE: The successful candidate will be appointed with tenure if the applicant can meet the Libraries’ and University’s tenure standards.

ACADEMIC RANK: Dependent on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Applicants must be eligible for the Rank of Associate Professor or Professor.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled. Initial screening will begin January 7, 2008. To be considered for the position, applicants must complete the Faculty/Administrative Information Form at http://employment.unl.edu/, requisition #070881 and attach required documents.

SALARY: Salary is negotiable and will be based upon qualifications of the successful candidate.

STARTING DATE: May 1, 2008; Negotiable.

The University of Nebraska is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action and equal opportunity and is responsive to the needs of dual career couples. We assure reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Nancy Busch at (402) 472-2526 for assistance.

Purdue University Libraries Diversity Residency Program 2008-2010

The Purdue University Libraries Diversity Residency Program is seeking two early career library and information science professionals who are committed to a career in academic librarianship. The Residency Program is designed to encourage and promote professional development and research contribution of entry-level librarians and to increase the diversity of professionals who will become partners in leading a transformation within the field. The two-year residency provides a broad-based awareness of foundational principles and practices in academic research librarianship as well as specialization experiences. For further information about the program, visit http://www.lib.purdue.edu/diversity/residency08.html

In year one, the Resident participates in a rotation through several libraries/units, based on Resident’s interests; assists in collaborative planning and assessment of libraries programs and services; and becomes familiar with research methods and analysis. In year two, the Resident engages in an in-depth, concentrated experience in an area or areas of specialization, and develops and implements a capstone project. Throughout the Residency Program, the Resident develops a cumulative portfolio of all work; may serve on system-wide committees and working groups within the Libraries or the University; and is strongly encouraged to engage in professional committees and organizations, present results of research or other professional initiatives, and write for professional publications. The Resident is matched with a mentor who will help acclimate the Resident to the Libraries environment, the campus community, and the Greater Lafayette community, while providing general guidance and support.

Requirements: Master's degree in library/information science (ALA-accredited), received within the past three years and by August 31, 2008. Possess a strong interest in developing a career in academic librarianship; demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of diversity through study or life experience; strong service orientation and commitment to library user needs; excellent communication and presentation skills; strong analytical skills and organizational abilities. Interest in and desire to develop research skills and methodologies. Candidates must be motivated, flexible team players, self-directed, comfortable with change.

Desired: Experience in a library environment, teaching, or in public service. Experience in developing and implementing programs to diverse users groups. Fluent in a second language.

Salary: $43,000 annually.

Status and benefits: Non-tenure-track faculty status and responsibilities at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor of Library Science. Twelve-month appointment with annual vacation of 22 working days. TIAA-CREF retirement; must have vested, employer-funded contract from previous higher education employment for participation. Flexible benefit programs. Annual stipend to support participation in workshops, seminars, and other professional development offerings, including support to attend national conferences and symposia.

The Libraries and the University: The Purdue University Libraries have embarked upon a dynamic new role within the University, emphasizing a closer integration of the Libraries into the academic mission of Purdue. The Purdue University Libraries system, which consists of the Hicks Undergraduate Library, Archives and Special Collections, and 11 disciplinary libraries, has holdings of over 2.5 million volumes and provides extensive access to electronic resources. Staff totals more than 200, including 70 faculty and professionals. An innovative information literacy instruction program promotes collaboration with teaching faculty, employing multiple approaches to integrate active learning into the University curriculum and prepare students for lifelong learning. A dynamic research program is focused both within the discipline of library science and interdisciplinarily. The Libraries homepage may be viewed at www.lib.purdue.edu/ Purdue University is a national leader in the areas of business, engineering, science, and technology. Liberal Arts is now the second largest college at the University. Purdue is experiencing unprecedented growth in research funding and recently completed a $1.7 billion capital campaign. Purdue has the second largest public university international student enrollment in the nation. www.purdue.edu/ West Lafayette/Lafayette is a growing, vibrant, historic community located about one hour from downtown Indianapolis and less than two hours from Chicago. www.lafayette-in.com/

Application process: Letter stating interest and briefly discussing your ability to meet the requirements of the position, résumé, and list of references should be sent by e-mail or surface mail to: Thomas L. Haworth, Human Resources Administrator, Purdue University Libraries, 504 West State Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2058, Phone: (765) 494-2899; email: thaworth@purdue.edu Review of applications begins February 15, 2008; start date August 11, 2008.

Purdue University is an equal access/ equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.

Diversity Residency at UNC Greensboro

Post MLS Diversity Resident

The University Libraries at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro seeks a post MLS graduate for the position of Diversity Resident, which is a new program developed to foster an individual’s professional growth, while further increasing the library staff’s diversity. This is a two-year program in which the resident will work in three functional areas and gain valuable experience in multiple service areas of academic librarianship. This position will also participate in the diversity initiatives for both the Library and the University. Required: Master’s degree in Library Science, from an ALA accredited program, earned no later than August 2008. This is a visiting faculty non-tenure track position available July 15, 2008. The salary is $40,000 per year and standard benefits apply which includes state or optional retirement plans, state health plan and 24 vacation days per year. Please see
http://provost.uncg.edu/Academic/EPA_Personnel/JobLists/ for responsibilities, required qualifications, preferred qualifications of the position, and application procedures. EEO/AA

For more information, you may also contact:
Mary Krautter, Head of Reference and Instructional Services and Chair of the Search Committee
Jackson Library
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Box 26170
Greensboro, NC 27402-6170

mmkrautt@uncg.edu
336-256-0274

EMIERT Fundraiser Reception during ALA Midwinter

EMIERT Fundraiser Reception
Saturday, January 12, 2008, 7:30 pm–11:30 pm

The Ethnic and Multicultural Information Exchange Round Table will be holding their first ever EMIERT fundraiser. Donations for the fundraiser will help to fund projects, institutes, and workshops to help achieve their mission of serving as a source of information on recommended ethnic collections, services, and programs. For additional information about the fundraiser contact Roberto C. Delgadillo at rdelgadillo@lib.ucdavis.edu. Tickets for ALA members are $35; $25 for student or retired members, and $40 for nonmembers.

Diversity Discussion Group at ALA Midwinter

Diversity Discussion Group: White Privilege

Whiteness is a concept that must be defined historically. Throughout history, the belief that Whiteness does not exist nor is it privileged has persisted. We will uncover how White privilege has evolved, how it is perpetuated today and what we can do in our roles to unhinge its power. Come to this discussion group and learn how to put knowledge into action.

Saturday 1/12/08
1:30-3:30pm
Loews Hotel, Lescaze Room