CDL: Coumbia U. - Director, Area Studies/Global Resources Library Program

Columbia University: Director Area Studies Announcement
From: Anita Harrison <ah2685_at_columbia.edu>

Director, Area Studies/Global Resources Library Program
- Area Studies -

The Columbia University Libraries invite nominations and applications 
for the position of Director of the Area Studies/Global Resources 
Library Program.  For more information about the program, see 
http://www.columbia.edu/cu/lweb/indiv/area.

The Libraries are strategically committed to building strong, 
comprehensive international collections and to using technology in 
innovative ways to extend and enhance the access and use of these 
resources.  The Libraries will sustain and expand its leadership role 
in the global resources community, aligning with the University’s deep 
commitment to global education and research and with the many regional 
institutes at Columbia designated as Title VI National Resource Centers.

Area Studies/Global Resources collections at Columbia are 
characterized by depth and breadth, covering African Studies, Jewish 
Studies (including a newly funded professional position),  Latin 
American and Iberian Studies, Middle East and Islamic Studies, Russian 
and Eurasian and East European Studies, South Asian Studies, and 
Southeast Asian Studies.   Support for research and teaching across 
the disciplines is based on consultation and outreach services to 
students, faculty and scholars from around the world.

The Director of Area Studies/Global Resources also serves as the 
Director of the Center for Human Rights Documentation and Research. 
The Center builds on the growing collection of human rights 
organization archives at Columbia through collection development, user 
services, outreach programming and collaborations with the 
multidisciplinary human rights community.  For information about the 
Center, see http://www.columbia.edu/cu/lweb/indiv/humanrights.

Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Collections & 
Services, this position:

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       provides leadership, direction, and management of system-wide 
collection development and faculty liaison programs for designated 
world areas and global programs, including close consultation and 
collaboration with other library subject divisions and technical 
services units and service on appropriate campus committees and councils
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       coordinates reference, instructional and outreach services to 
students and scholars working with area studies/global resources 
collections
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       works closely with instructional technology and digital library 
program units to implement innovative ways to enhance access to area 
studies/global resources collections and services in support of 
research, teaching and learning
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       develops and advances external fundraising and grants initiatives
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       performs collection development and service activities in areas 
of experience and expertise
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       develops and implements public programs and publications which 
advance area studies/global resources collections and services
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       recruits, mentors and manages professional and support staff
     * develops and maintains international partnerships and 
agreements related to area studies/global resource collections and 
services
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       leads and guides area studies/global resources librarians in 
the development of resource sharing and collaborative projects with 
other academic and research libraries in the U.S.
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       represents Columbia at regional, national and international 
meetings, organizations, consortia and on projects focusing on global 
resources
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       serves on the Management Committee of the Columbia University 
Libraries, and on various committees and task forces

The successful candidate will have:

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       significant experience working with area studies/global 
collections and services in a research library setting
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       an understanding of human rights education and research and 
related documentation and archival issues
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       an accredited MLS or PhD in relevant subject area or an 
equivalent combination of education and experience
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       the demonstrated ability to manage in a complex organization, 
including budget, staff supervision and strategic planning experience
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       knowledge of trends in area studies/global resources education 
and research, and of the scholarly communication landscape in the area 
studies/global resources context
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       a commitment to and understanding of technology’s role in 
enhancing information discovery and access
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       excellent communication skills
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       the ability to build, lead and motivate a team of professionals

One of the world's leading research universities, Columbia provides 
outstanding opportunities to work and grow in a unique intellectual 
community. Set in the Morningside Heights academic village, Columbia 
also presents the unmatched dynamism, diversity and cultural richness 
of New York City. The University Libraries, grounded in collections of 
remarkable depth and breadth, are also building extensive electronic 
resources and services. The Libraries at Columbia are committed to 
collegiality, professionalism, innovation and leadership.

We offer excellent benefits including 100% Columbia tuition exemption 
for self and family and assistance with University housing. Columbia 
will also pay 50% tuition for your dependent child who is a candidate 
for an undergraduate degree at another accredited college or university.

For immediate consideration please visit the following link:

http://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=50876

Applications will be accepted immediately and until the position is 
filled; however, applications submitted before December 1, 2008 will 
receive priority consideration.







Columbia University is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.