Associate University Librarian for Discovery and Access
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Job Summary
Although this position will remain posted until filled, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by end of day on May 13, 2024.
Reporting to the Vice President for the Harvard Library and University Librarian, the Associate University Librarian (AUL) for Discovery and Access is an active member of the Vice President's senior team, sharing responsibility for library-wide planning, resource allocation, organizational development, and strategies for advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in the library's workforce, services, collections, and spaces, in support of the library's mission. The AUL provides collaborative, strategic leadership in the continual evolution of services that enable people and machines to discover and access library content, whether that content is in digital or tangible format, purchased or licensed, created in the library, or in open access channels. They are a knowledgeable thought leader and partner in the creative opportunities of current and emerging technologies to advance discovery and access. The AUL's direct reports are senior leaders of units responsible for content acquisition, digitization, description, and access for libraries across the university, and user experience research that informs library services.
Position Description
As an active member of the Vice President's senior team, shares responsibility for library-wide planning, resource allocation, organizational development, and strategies for advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in the library's workforce, services, collections, and spaces, in support of the library's mission.Provides collaborative, strategic leadership in the continual evolution of services that enable people and machines to discover and access library content, whether that content is in digital or tangible format, purchased or licensed, created in the library, or in open access channels.Is a knowledgeable thought leader and partner in the creative opportunities of current and emerging technologies to advance discovery and access.Works very closely with counterparts in library technology services, scholarly resources and services, and special collections and archives, builds strong trust relationships with colleagues across the library, university, and peer institutions, and represents the library in collaborative initiatives.Supervises senior leaders of units responsible for content acquisition, digitization, description, and access for libraries across the university, and user experience research that informs library services.Provides guidance to direct reports on human resources, finances, and other administrative matters, in consultation with other administrative colleagues as appropriate. The portfolio includes approximately 245 staff and the associated budgets of each unit.Ensures a user-centered and evidence-based approach to the development of inclusive, sustainable services.Adapts organizational practices to meet strategic priorities, including shifting those created for a print-dominant world to ones supporting the hybrid world of digital and print.Facilitates a focus on equitable employee development programs that build creativity and flexibility and support evolution in skills, enabling employees to contribute their best work in pursuit of goals and objectives.Basic Qualifications
10 or more years' experience in a large research library, university, or academic enterprise with 5 or more years in a leadership role.Demonstrated success in developing inclusive, sustainable services and leveraging digital technologies.Master of Library and Information Science degree or equivalent education/experience.Additional Qualifications and Skills
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging, and antiracism.Strong leadership and administrative skills, including ability to think strategically and develop and communicate a shared vision.An understanding of how to proactively build collaborative relationships with administrative leaders, faculty and staff across multiple organizational elements and academic disciplines within a university.Excellent interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills, and ability to inspire others.Ability to work effectively in a decentralized and matrix environment.Experience leading in a unionized environment.Strong data gathering, data analysis, and analytical skills, and experience in evidence-based decision-making.Proven track record of managing change in a complex organization.Demonstrated ability to manage complex and large budgets.Demonstrated experience in introducing and sustaining successful collaborative initiatives.Knowledge of global information access issues and emerging trends.Demonstrated experience with legacy and emerging library technologies and technical services.Evidence of continuing professional engagement and development.Physical Requirements
There are no notable physical demands associated with this position.
Working Conditions
The position is based on site in Cambridge, MA. There may be the opportunity for a hybrid work model compliant with Harvard University policies.
Work location is responsive and subject to change based on business needs. Requests for flexibility will be considered consistent with Harvard University flexwork policies.
This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Across the Harvard Library, our work is enriched by our diverse campus community. Our unique and wide-ranging abilities, experiences, and perspectives are integral to achieving Harvard University's mission of excellence in research, teaching, and learning for our patrons, our collections, and our workplace. We believe that an inclusive environment that cultivates and promotes understanding, respect, and collaboration across our diverse workforce enables our success.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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