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Collections and Budget Coordinator, University of Washington - Tacoma (apply by May 16, 2016)

  • 1.  Collections and Budget Coordinator, University of Washington - Tacoma (apply by May 16, 2016)

    Posted Apr 19, 2016 09:52 AM

    TITLE: Collections and Budget Coordinator


    LOCATION: University of Washington Tacoma


    THE LIBRARIES


    Serving three campuses, the University of Washington Libraries is one of the largest and most innovative libraries in North America with collections exceeding 9 million volumes, over 500,000 electronic books, more than 120,000 currently received journal titles, as well as millions of scholarly resources in other formats. Beyond the strength of local collections and digital resources, the Libraries is recognized for its excellent service, innovative learning and research spaces, faculty partnerships, global reach, extensive assessment efforts and diverse award-winning staff. The Libraries plays a significant leadership role regionally as a member in the groundbreaking Orbis Cascade Alliance and throughout the profession as evidenced by the number of its staff selected for competitive leadership programs and honored by professional association lifetime achievement awards.


    UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON TACOMA


    The UW Tacoma Library is located on one of three campuses served by the University of Washington Libraries. The UW Tacoma Library is dedicated to creating community by engaging with student learning and connecting researchers to resources that foster discovery. This position will join the UW Tacoma Library as it embarks on a new strategic plan and will be involved with new and developing initiatives. For more information, consult the UW Tacoma Library web site: http://www.tacoma.washington.edu/library/.


    UW Tacoma is an Urban-Serving University actively engaged in the educational, cultural, and economic development of the South Puget Sound. Located in award-winning, renovated historic buildings in Tacoma's urban core, UW Tacoma serves a diverse population of South Puget Sound students. UW Tacoma's commitment to diversity is central to maintaining an atmosphere where students, staff, and faculty find abundant opportunities for intellectual, personal, and professional growth and collaboration.


    THE POSITION


    Under the general direction of the Director, UW Tacoma Library, the Collections and Budget Coordinator provides oversight of collection management at the University of Washington Tacoma. The Collections and Budget Coordinator serves as the UW Tacoma Library representative on matters of collection development policy and procedures within the University Libraries. This includes leading library liaisons in developing collection development processes, spending plans, the development of budget estimates for new academic degrees and programs, and documentation for accreditation processes.


    The Collections and Budget Coordinator develops, implements, coordinates, and monitors all budget operations for the Library. Provides accurate and timely information to the Director, administrative assistant, librarians, and library staff, regarding unit, department, and University budget information and procedures.


    Responsibilities include contributing to the development of innovative approaches to research assistance and instruction, tailored to user populations. The Collections and Budget Coordinator will also be responsible for the delivery of services in an organization committed to electronic resources and access, in addition to the full range of public services and assessment in an academic library.


    SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES


    · Coordinate with subject librarians for UW Tacoma Library collection development.


    · Manage the UW Tacoma Library Collections Fund group.


    · Represent the UW Tacoma Library in tri-campus collections committees and discussions.


    · Provide budget support for the UW Tacoma Library.


    · Build and develop yearly and biennial budgets for the Library and provides strategic budget analysis.


    · Perform monthly reviews of all expenditures compliance with University policies and procedures.


    · Serve as a subject liaison, providing reference and instruction services.


    QUALIFICATIONS


    Required


    · Graduate degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or an equivalent graduate library science/information studies degree.


    · Demonstrated commitment to diversity and understanding of the contributions a diverse workforce brings to the workplace.


    · Excellent knowledge of current issues and opportunities in collections management and understanding of current trends and changes in scholarly publishing.


    · Experience developing and managing library collections.


    · Familiarity with assessment and evaluation methods for library collections.


    · Documented experience in effectively and responsibly managing budgets.


    · Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a collaborative environment; excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


    · High level of energy, creativity, and affinity for productive ambiguity; ability to foster collaborative relationships within and across administrative lines.


    Preferred


    · At least two years of academic library experience.


    · Experience with reference and instruction.


    · Record of research, publication, or professional contributions.


    SALARY


    $50,000 minimum. Starting salary commensurate with qualifications and background.


    RANK


    Position will be at rank of Assistant Librarian, Senior Assistant Librarian, or Associate Librarian depending on qualifications and background.


    BENEFITS


    Librarians are academic personnel and participate in the University of Washington Retirement Plan on a matching basis. Vacation is accrued at the rate of 24 working days per year; sick leave at the rate of 12 working days per year. No state or local income tax.


    APPLICATION PROCESS


    To apply for this position, please submit the following information to libhr@uw.edu:


    · Cover letter (addressed to Laura Lillard, Assistant Director, Libraries Academic Human Resources)


    · Curriculum vitae or resume (include a telephone number, mailing address, email address and salary requirements)


    · List of three references who are knowledgeable of your qualifications for this position, one of which must be your current supervisor (include telephone numbers, mailing addresses, and email addresses)


    · Please use "Librarian Application" in the subject heading.


    · Please submit all components in a single, multi-page PDF document. All submissions will be maintained in a secure, password protected online file space during the course of the search. Campus constituents may have access to some material, including CVs.


    APPLICATION DEADLINE


    To ensure consideration, applications should be received no later than 5:00 pm, Monday, May 16, 2016.


    University of Washington Libraries Home Page is http://www.lib.washington.edu.


    University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.


    In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the University is required to verify and document the citizenship or employment authorization of each new employee.


    For questions about this position, or questions regarding potential disability accommodations, please contact Laura Lillard at libhr@uw.edu.