User Experience Librarian - University of Arkansas Position Vacancy
From:
Judy Ganson <jganson_at_uark.edu>
Please excuse any cross-postings of this ad for the position soon to be
available in the University of Arkansas Libraries.
*User Experience Librarian*
The University of Arkansas Libraries seek experienced public
service-oriented candidates for the position of User Experience
Librarian. Through the use of innovative approaches and emerging
technologies, the User Experience Librarian will design new and expanded
programs in a collaborative environment to provide quality user-centered
services and programs that meet the needs of the University community.
Reporting to the Director for Academic and Research Services, this
position will provide leadership and oversight for User Experience
services which will include the primary functions of reference desk and
virtual reference services, print and electronic reserves, current
periodicals and microforms, and circulation services.
Major responsibilities include: collaborating with library departments
and campus units; formulating policies and procedures; planning,
implementing and evaluating service programs; chairing the library
committee responsible for assessing user services activities and
reporting on department activities; and supervising 17 FTE.
Responsibilities of this position include research and creative work and
service in keeping with the faculty requirements of the University of
Arkansas. The successful candidate must have demonstrated a record of
achievement sufficient for appointment at the rank of Associate
Librarian / Associate Professor and should possess an exemplary service
orientation, the ability to work effectively in a diverse and changing
environment, and a willingness to engage in faculty liaison activities.
*Qualifications. Required:* A master's degree from an ALA-accredited
program; five years of library experience; demonstrated leadership and
supervisory experience; excellent communication skills; and demonstrated
experience or knowledge of the following: delivery of user services,
issues related to service of microforms, issues related to copyright and
academic dishonesty, and analysis and assessment. *Preferred:*
Experience managing the circulation module of an automated library
system, learning management systems, or other technology related to
access and reference services; demonstrated knowledge of trends in
access and reference services; experience in strategic planning; and
experience working in access services or reference services.
*Rank and Salary: *Tenure-track, twelve-month faculty appointment at the
rank of Associate Librarian / Associate Professor. Salary: $65,000.
*Benefits: *Relocation allowance available. Benefits include TIAA/CREF,
Fidelity Mutual Fund, or the Arkansas Public Employees Retirement
System, 22 days of annual leave, tuition reduction, and health insurance.
*Background:* The University of Arkansas places students first by
enhancing academic programs, creating an engaging campus life, reducing
obstacles, enhancing diversity, improving graduation rates, and
marshaling the expertise of the faculty, staff, and students. The
University is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a research
university with very high levels of research activity (RU/VH). The
University provides a superior campus landscape and environment while
designing and building world class facilities. The funding for research
awards and research expenditures continues to grow and so do the
academic programs offered. The University Libraries share in the
stewardship of the University's goals and takes responsibility for the
health of the research and teaching collections as well as programs that
further support the academic mission. For more information, visit the
Libraries' home page (http://libinfo.uark.edu). *The University of
Arkansas campus* (http://www.uark.edu/) in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with
a student enrollment of more than 25,000, is the flagship campus of the
University of Arkansas System. With a population of approximately
460,000, the northwest Arkansas region is home to two Fortune 100
company headquarters. This thriving region offers numerous cultural
venues, such as the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, the Walton
Arts Center, and the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History.
(http://www.collegetownprofile.com/arkansas/universityofarkansas/index.html)
*Application deadline and contact information. *Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply. Completed applications received by February 15,
2015, will receive full consideration. Late applications will be
reviewed as necessary to fill the position. Send letter of application,
rsum, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three current
references to libhrofc_at_uark.edu <mailto:libhrofc_at_uark.edu> to the
attention of Jeff Banks, Assistant Director for Library Human Resources
and Diversity Programs, University of Arkansas Libraries, 365 N. McIlroy
Avenue, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701-4002.
//
/The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
institution. The University welcomes applications without regard to age,
race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability,
religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military
service, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States
on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to
public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act./
Received on Wed Jan 07 2015 - 03:07:33 EST