COATES LIBRARY ‐‐ TRINITY UNIVERSITY
Special Collections Librarian
At Trinity University’s Elizabeth Huth Coates Library, we believe that special collections and archives have a fascinating role to play in the future of the academic library. We therefore seek qualified candidates for the position of Special Collections Librarian who are passionate about the rare, unique, and sometimes strange things housed in special collections and archives and who will ceaselessly look for creative ways to marry those materials to the innovative curricula developed by Trinity faculty.
Members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Head of Collection Strategies and Resource Sharing, this tenure-track faculty position is full time. The Special Collections Librarian serves as the public-facing representative of special collections and archives and plays an integral part in the vibrant information literacy program at Trinity. This librarian looks at the collections and sees possibilities where others may not, identifying materials appropriate for use in courses and collaborating with subject liaison librarians on the use of these materials to support the curriculum. This librarian also
- Administers and plans all aspects of the operation and care of the library’s special collections.
- Establishes priorities, goals, and objectives and develops and implements policies and procedures for the efficient and effective operation and maintenance of the collections.
- Works closely with a full-time processing archivist.
- Supervises student workers and oversees their service at the special collections reference desk.
- As a tenure-track member of the library faculty, serves on university committees and performs to the university’s standards in the areas of librarianship, scholarship, and service. (Library Criteria for the Promotion and Tenure of Faculty Librarians)
Full details at: http://lib.trinity.edu/lib2/pdfs/special_collections_librarian.pdf.
REQUIREMENTS
Required:
Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program. Ability to provide effective and creative access to special collections and archives and a strong desire to promote them to the campus, alumni, and other communities. Good communication skills, a high energy level, and self‐ confidence are also musts, as is the ability to work effectively and with initiative, both as a team member and as an individual. Demonstrated interest in professional development and faculty activities. Strong teaching, public speaking, outreach, or presentation skills.
Preferred:
At least two years of professional academic library experience. Teaching experience. Experience managing special collections. Experience with environmental monitoring, disaster planning, in-house conservation, reformatting, and data migration. Experience creating web pages. Understanding of copyright and rights management issues and of privacy laws relating to analog and born-digital collections. Project management experience. Knowledge of integrated library systems and understanding of descriptive cataloging.
TRINITY UNIVERSITY is a nationally recognized liberal arts and sciences institution characterized by a demanding curriculum, distinguished faculty, exceptionally bright students, and a campus that is among the most modern and beautiful in America. Trinity’s Coates Library was recognized for its innovation as the college division recipient of ACRL’s 2007 Excellence in Academic Libraries award. Trinity is located in what Will Rogers called one of America's four unique cities. Combining Old World charm, a multicultural heritage, and numerous cultural and historical attractions, San Antonio is a friendly, affordable, and enchanting city in which to live and work.
BENEFITS INCLUDE: Trinity-paid TIAA/CREF when qualified, comprehensive insurance options, twenty days of annual vacation, and generous professional development support. This is a twelve‐month, tenure‐track faculty position. Tenure in the Trinity Library is awarded primarily on demonstration of professional excellence.
TO APPLY: Submit a detailed resume, application letter addressing experience and interest, and the names, phone numbers, and email and postal addresses of three references to: Diane J. Graves, University Librarian (send email applications to mpylant@trinity.edu), Coates Library, One Trinity Place, San Antonio, TX, 78212-7200. Review of applications continues until the position is filled. Trinity is an EEOC/AA employer.