HEAD LIBRARIAN FOR ARTS AND HUMANITIES, University Libraries
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- Boston University
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- Boston
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- Grade 49
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HEAD LIBRARIAN FOR ARTS AND HUMANITIES, University Libraries
Tracking Code: 24500076030718
Job Description
HEAD LIBRARIAN FOR ARTS AND HUMANITIES, University Libraries
Category
Charles River Campus --> Library
Job Location
BOSTON, MA, United States
Tracking Code
24500076030718
Posted Date
8/5/2024
Salary Grade
Grade 49
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
The Boston University Libraries seek a Head Librarian for Arts and Humanities to serve as the engagement lead with BU's academic programs serving the arts and humanities in the College of Fine Arts, the College of Arts & Sciences, and in related disciplinary and interdisciplinary programs across Boston University. Reporting to the University Librarian, the Head oversees the work of four subject librarians serving the students and scholars in arts and humanities disciplines to design and deliver excellent, disciplinarily appropriate library services in connection with robust collections supporting the research and learning needs of the community. Through engagement within the schools and colleges, the Head supports and directs the work of subject librarians and identifies initiatives in emerging areas of library activity, including advanced support for research data. As a member of the library leadership team, the Head collaborates with peers both in and out of the libraries, participating actively within professional networks and supplying support and mentorship to librarians engaged in related activities.
The Head Librarian for Arts and Humanities will:
Required Skills
Preferred Qualifications
For consideration, please submit a cover letter, CV, and list of professional references. The libraries will begin review of candidate applications on September 13, 2024. This position will remain open until filled.
Working at Boston University Libraries
Boston University Libraries is a learning organization that supports BU librarians, archivists, and information and subject specialists seeking and sharing knowledge, practices, and perspectives that advance library collections services, and their own professional development. In a collaborative, supportive, and engaging work environment, BU Libraries expert staff assist multidisciplinary research and exploration, build distinctive collections and archives of enduring research value, and empower users to thrive amid an ever-changing information environment.
The BU Libraries are at the center of BU's vibrant academic experience, serving as a community connector, provider of vital research and instructional services for faculty and students, and access point to a wealth of timely scholarly resources. Recognizing this central role the library plays in its robust research and learning agendas, Boston University has made the BU Libraries a focal point of its BU2030 Strategic Plan, investing in core services, innovative programs, and plans for significant renovations of its central branch.
Located in the heart of Boston, the BU Libraries are embedded in numerous vibrant regional and national library and information specialist networks. The BU Libraries are active members within the Boston Library Consortium (BLC), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Northeast Research Libraries Consortium (NERL), HathiTrust, and the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI), and library staff at BU serve as engaged thought-leaders on a wide breadth of library management and service areas across diverse communities.
Boston University, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world, with three primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the globe. Chartered in 1869, the University is home to more than 33,000 students from more than 130 countries, 375,000 living alumni, 10,000 faculty and staff, and 17 schools and colleges.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Required Skills
Job Location: BOSTON, MA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Salary Grade: Grade 49
To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/314436
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