Subject: Head of Special Collections , Univ. of Missouri-Kansas City
Head of Special Collections
Dynamic urban academic library seeks innovative, knowledgeable,
flexible individual with strong public service orientation and
experience with rare book and manuscript collections for the position
of Head of Special Collections at the University of Missouri-Kansas
City (UMKC) University Libraries. Position reports to the Assistant
Director for Collections and Scholarly Communications, and manages
daily operations of the Kenneth J. LaBudde Department of Special
Collections, which includes the Marr Sound Archives. In conjunction
with the Assistant Director, is responsible for donor relations and
strategic planning for the department within the context of the
University Libraries’ strategic plan. Set priorities for the
collections and its preservation, management and development of staff,
and management of digital initiatives. Serves as a subject liaison for
assigned academic department(s). Successful candidates will have an
opportunity to participate in planning for a new expansion of the
library and integrated learning center.
UMKC is a comprehensive research university exemplifying the
values of education first, innovation, accountability, diversity, and
collaboration. See: http://www.umkc.edu/aboutumkc/values.asp. In a
large area of green space and in Kansas City’s research/cultural
corridor, the campus is located in the heart of one of America’s most
affordable and attractive cities.
Required Qualifications: Must have an ALA-accredited MLS, a
graduate degree in American history, and a minimum 5 years
progressively responsible rare book and manuscript experience and
knowledge of digital formats and standards. Must have evidence of
successful supervisory experience and the ability to manage a
department of eight staff. Must have excellent analytic, problem
solving skills; exceptional interpersonal skills; good oral and
writing communication skills; a strong commitment to public service.
Must show evidence of professional initiative, mature judgment;
understanding of scholarly research environment. Must be able to
thrive in a team setting, handle multiple responsibilities in a
dynamic environment, and operate effectively in a diverse academic
community. Potential for professional growth, service activities in
keeping with university and library requirements for retention,
promotion in non-tenure track appointment is also required.
Preferred: Grant-writing experience and donor relations.
Experience in the development of digital libraries.
Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with education and
experience and excellent retirement/benefits package.
Send letter of application, resume, names of three references
to: Bonnie Postlethwaite, Chair of Special Collections Librarian
Search Committee, University Libraries Administrative Office,
University of Missouri – Kansas City, 5100 Rockhill Road, Kansas City,
MO 64110, 816-235-1531 or submit via e-mail to morrish_at_umkc.edu.
Application review begins May 11, 2007, and continues until position
is filled. See http://www.umkc.edu/lib/People/jobopenings.htm for
additional openings. UMKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
institution.
Received on Fri Mar 23 2007 - 01:00:46 EDT