PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY. Located in one of the most livable cities in the United States, located on the tree-lined blocks of downtown Portland, Portland State University is a nationally recognized leader in community-based learning. The University offers its 28,000 students more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees.
Portland State University Library
Collection Development Librarian
DESCRIPTION.
The Collection Development Librarian provides work related to the selection, processing, evaluation and assessment of library resources; assists in development and implementation of collection-development policies and procedures; and performs some reference, liaison and instructional duties. This is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track position with the rank of Assistant Professor in the Resource Services and Technology (RST) unit. This position is expected to work very closely with the Associate University Librarian, to whom the position reports, as well as to collaborate with the Head of Acquisitions, the Head of Electronic and Continuing Resources and subject liaison librarians. The incumbent contributes to the profession through professional service and scholarly activities and participates in faculty governance activities within the Library and University.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES.
• Provide leadership for and participate in collection-management activities across the Library including the selection, assessment, de-selection and dispersal of collections.
• Participate in the development and review of collection-development policies and funding models and monitor their effectiveness.
• Lead the Library’s Information Resources Management Council (IRMC) in order to coordinate the work of the subject liaison librarians in their efforts to develop collections for academic priorities and curricula.
• Assist with managing and monitoring the Library’s collections budget.
• Play a key role in analyzing and reporting on the funding, use and assessment of library resources, including the assessment of quality and suitability of the collection when required for program or course proposals. This involves reviewing collection key indicators, analyzing pertinent statistical and other data and preparing regular reports, as well as reports for special projects.
• Provide assistance to subject liaison librarians related to the use of vendors’ collection-management systems.
• Participate in cooperative collection-development activities with Oregon University System institutions, the Orbis Cascade Alliance and other groups, as assigned.
• Coordinate and perform work related to the development and ongoing management of the general collection, including making recommendations on the arrangement, location and accessibility of collections.
• Participate in providing some reference services on a scheduled basis.
• Serve as subject liaison to one or more small academic departments, as assigned. This would include providing some user instruction as part of the Library’s instruction program.
• Participate in marketing and outreach efforts by contributing content to the Library’s Web sites, blogs and electronic publications.
• Adhere to University and Library policies and procedures, including Portland State University’s Professional Standards of Conduct (http://www.pdx.edu/hr/professional-standards-conduct).
• Participate in the establishment of short- and long-range goals, objectives and priorities, aligned with those of the Library and the University.
• Participate in promoting and providing visibility for a positive, responsive image of the Library and its services to the University community and the community at large.
• Communicate openly and professionally with staff, colleagues and Library administration.
• Maintain current expertise through participation in workshops, classes, professional associations and networks, and through continued awareness of the scholarly literature.
• Pursue active publication and research agenda in accordance with the Library and University’s promotion, tenure and post-tenure review guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS.
• An ALA-accredited MLS.
• A minimum of three years of professional experience working in collections or acquisitions services in an academic library.
• Thorough knowledge of collection-development and management strategies and familiarity with emerging trends with collection-selection tools and processes.
• Significant experience with collection evaluation and assessment, including data collection and analysis and advanced skills in using a variety of software, including spreadsheets and databases.
• Demonstrated experience with vendor services.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• Experience with budget projections and allocations, and development of collection development-related reports.
• Strong familiarity with integrated library systems.
• Experience negotiating and acquiring electronic resources.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in scholarly communication and content management.
• Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and in collaborative and cooperative situations.
• Commitment to professional development and service.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and set goals and time frames for work to be accomplished.
• Technology skills and experience appropriate for the position.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse colleagues, faculty and students.
• Ability to successfully complete a background check.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS.
• Experience with Integrated Library System acquisitions and electronic resource management modules.
• Experience with academic library liaison services, reference services and library instruction.
• Knowledge of the principles, standards and technological framework for digital preservation of library collections.
• Familiarity with European languages as well as bibliographic and trade terms in other languages, and with bibliographies in all forms and languages.
COMPENSATION.
Compensation and rank are commensurate with experience The salary range begins at $61,320 and includes an excellent benefits package including fully paid health care, reduced tuition rates and a generous retirement and vacation package.
APPLICATION.
Review of applicants begins approximately July 20, 2010, and will continue until finalists are identified. Send cover letter; resume; and names, address, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of four references to: Anne Keech, Search Coordinator, keecha@pdx.edu. Transcripts and background checks will be required for finalists. In cover letter, address how your knowledge and experiences meet qualifications. Electronic application materials are strongly preferred (Word or .pdf documents). However, materials may be mailed to:
Portland State University Library – LIBW
Post Office Box 1151
c/o Anne Keech, Search Coordinator
Portland, OR 97207-1151
Portland State University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Institution and welcomes applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity.
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Portland State University Library
Social Sciences Librarian
(Unclassified, Tenure-Track)
DESCRIPTION.
The Social Sciences Librarian provides reference and information services for the University’s students and faculty as well as members of the general public; takes part in a dynamic instructional program; consults and collaborates with scholars in specific academic units, including classroom and online instruction and possibly for-credit courses; and selects information resources to support the instructional and research needs of a diverse institution. Some evening and weekend reference duty and/or instruction is required. Portland State expects its tenured faculty to contribute to faculty governance activities within the Library and the University, to engage in community and professional service and to pursue an active publication and research agenda, seeking grants as appropriate. This full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position reports to the Assistant University Librarian for Public Services. All faculty members must adhere to University and Library policies and procedures, including Portland State University’s Professional Standards of Conduct (http://www.pdx.edu/hr/professional-standards-conduct). The Library expects all librarians to adhere to the current Reference and User Services Association’s (RUSA) Guidelines for Behavioral Performance of Reference and Information Service Providers.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES.
• Provide reference and information services for the University’s students and faculty as well as members of the general public through work at the reference desk and through various information and communications technologies. Includes work during some evening and weekend hours.
• Participate in the Library’s information-literacy and general instruction program
• Select books, serials, databases and other information resources to support the instructional and research needs of students and scholars of the University in assigned disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, Social Work and Child & Family Studies. These assigned areas may change according to the needs of the University.
• Develop physical and online learning objects and guides, including tutorials.
• Consult and collaborate with assigned academic departments, assessing information needs and cultivating bridges for service and teaching.
• Maintain awareness of scholarly communications and copyright issues in general and within the assigned disciplines and contribute to advocacy efforts.
• Maintain current expertise through participation in workshops, classes, professional associations and networks, and through continued awareness of the scholarly literature.
• Keep colleagues informed of current issues and developments in the field related to the subject areas of responsibility.
• Establish short- and long-range goals, objectives and priorities, aligned with those of the Library and the University. Participate in continual program planning and assessment activities, including the collection of relevant data on inputs, outputs and outcomes.
• Establish effective and productive communication with colleagues, administrators and constituents.
• Contribute to the work of relevant committees and work groups in the Library and the University, as well as to the work of professional associations, locally, regionally, nationally, or internationally.
• Pursue an active publication and research agenda and meet expectations for faculty service and scholarship in accordance with the Library and University’s promotion, tenure and post-tenure review guidelines.
• Occasionally direct the work of part-time student employees, volunteers, or interns.
• Support the mission, goals and objectives of the University and the Library.
• Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS.
• An ALA-accredited MLS.
• Two years of full-time, professional, post-MLS experience in an academic library setting.
• Evidence of professional service and scholarship.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with library systems and Internet applications.
• Collection-development experience.
• Experience using digital and Web technologies in the delivery of library services.
• Experience integrating information-literacy concepts into teaching.
• Experience developing reference and instruction services.
• Ability to successfully complete a background check.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS.
• A graduate degree in a Social Sciences field
• Experience working as a librarian with responsibility for one or more Social Sciences fields.
• Flexibility and ability to work positively in a fast-paced, changing environment while collaborating with diverse colleagues, faculty, students and the general public.
• Successful experience working with online learning applications.
• Experience with social sciences statistics and statistical analysis programs
• Experience serving Latino populations
COMPENSATION.
Compensation and rank are commensurate with experience. The salary range begins at $61,320, and includes an excellent benefits package including fully paid health care, reduced tuition rates and a generous retirement and vacation package.
APPLICATION.
Review of applications begins approximately July 20, 2010, and continues until finalists are identified. Send cover letter; resume; and names, address, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of four references to: Anne Keech, Search Coordinator, keecha@pdx.edu. Transcripts and background checks will be required for finalists. In cover letter, address how your knowledge and experiences meet qualifications. Electronic application materials are strongly preferred (Word or .pdf documents). However, materials may be mailed to:
Portland State University Library – LIBW
Post Office Box 1151
c/o Anne Keech, Search Coordinator
Portland, OR 97207-1151
Portland State University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Institution and welcomes applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity.
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