Associate Director for Collection Management and Discovery - Denver, United States - University of Colorado

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Associate Director for Collection Management and Discovery

University of Colorado Denver

Associate Director for Collection Management and Discovery Faculty Description

University of Colorado | Denver

Official Title: Instructor

Working Title: Associate Director for Collection Management and Discovery

FTE: 100% FTE

Salary Range: $95,000K - $100,000K + additional annual administrative stipend of 10% of base salary"

Position # Requisition #33076

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The University of Colorado Denver is the state's premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across seven schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through break through innovations and impactful research, and creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. For more information, visit .

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Located in downtown Denver, Colorado, the Auraria Campus is home to three institutions of higher education - University of Colorado Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and Community College of Denver - both MSU and CCD are Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI), and CU Denver is finalizing its HSI designation. CU Denver is also an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). The Auraria Library serves the campus' over 35,000 students, the majority of whom are from the first - generation in their family to enroll in higher education.

Many of our students are Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color, and we also serve large populations of veterans, transfer students, adult learners, and other populations that have been historically underserved. Auraria Library is committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from candidates across all dimensions and identities. The library seeks candidates who embrace a multicultural, equitable , and inclusive workplace, and who strive to incorporate those values in their work and interactions. While the University of Colorado Denver is required to perform a background check during the hiring process, as part of the library's ongoing commitment to increasing equity this information will not exclude you from being considered for this position and we encourage everyone, regardless of their status, to apply. Please see our and library values and in their family to enroll in higher education.

Many of our students are Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color, and we also serve large populations of veterans, transfer students, adult learners, and other populations that have been historically underserved. Auraria Library is committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from candidates across all dimensions and identities. The library seeks candidates who embrace a multicultural, equitable , and inclusive workplace, and who strive to incorporate those values in their work and interactions. While the University of Colorado Denver is required to perform a background check during the hiring process, as part of the library's ongoing commitment to increasing equity this information will not exclude you from being considered for this position and we encourage everyone, regardless of their status, to apply. Please see our and library values and that have been historically underserved. Auraria Library is committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from candidates across all dimensions and identities. The library seeks candidates who embrace a multicultural, equitable , and inclusive workplace, and who strive to incorporate those values in their work and interactions. While the University of Colorado Denver is required to perform a background check during the hiring process, as part of the library's ongoing commitment to increasing equity this information will not exclude you from being considered for this position and we encourage everyone, regardless of their status, to apply. Please see our and library values and , and inclusive workplace, and who strive to incorporate those values in their work and interactions. While the University of Colorado Denver is required to perform a background check during the hiring process, as part of the library's ongoing commitment to increasing equity this information will not exclude you from being considered for this position and we encourage everyone, regardless of their status, to apply. Please see our and library values and diversity initiatives ) .

The Associate Director is responsible for the development of the evolving vision and direction of the functions and services specifically related to the Collection Management and Discovery division. Responsibility of this area's portfolio includes Collection Development and Strategies, Discovery Systems and Metadata, and Special and Digital Collections. The Associate Director also provides inclusive leadership through decision - making for library-wide planning, personnel decisions, budget allocation, resource management, organizational effectiveness, program and policy development, as part of the Library Cabinet, and in collaboration with the Department Heads group.

The Associate Director demonstrates skill in collaborating with individuals and groups within and beyond the library, across the campus, and in the broader regional and library professional communities; has strong organizational skills; and the ability to work both independently and as a team leader and member. The individual in this role should possess experience managing academic personnel and have demonstrated collaborative team-building skills, including the ability to motivate and mentor others, and to support diverse ideas, cultures, and experiences.

Finally, the Associate Director should be committed to fostering an equitable educational environment and workplace and will respond effectively to changing campus needs and priorities. This position reports to the Director / University Librarian.

Associate Director for Collection Management and Discovery

What you will do:

Job Duties

Divisional Leadership

• Define a continually evolving vision for the division which includes providing a strategic direction for workflows, services, programming, projects, tools and identifying staffing, resource, and budget needs.
• Communicate division issues and needs (staffing/budget/resources) to the Library Cabinet.
• Ensure that all reports, direct and indirect, are successful in their roles through proactive coaching, development, and management.
• Establish a strong partnership with the other library divisions to ensure alignment of cross-divisional workflows, communication, and initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned. Strategic and Operational Administration
• Provide inclusive leadership through decision-making for library-wide planning, personnel decisions, budget allocation, resource management, organizational effectiveness, program and policy development as part of the Library Cabinet and in collaboration with the Department Heads group.
• Collaborate with Director to align the work of the division with library and campus strategic goals and directions.
• Ensure clear communication and project management workflows between Department Heads and Library Cabinet for projects and initiatives. Organizational Leadership and Development Effectively navigate a continually changing environment through ongoing professional development, improvement, and learning.
• In collaboration with the Director and Department Heads, build community to maintain positive morale and effectively address interpersonal as well as organizational communication.
• Function as a liaison between the Library Cabinet and Department Heads. This includes taking proactive action to:
• Foster an inclusive organizational culture that is built on trust, accountability, transparent communication, and decision-making.
• Assist Department Heads and Program Lead/s to situate their work within a context of broader organizational priorities, challenges, and opportunities.Serve on the Library Cabinet which is comprised of the Director and Associate/Assistant Directors.Divisional and Library-wide Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
• Actively contribute to an inclusive, anti-racist, and equity-centered working and learning environment, as part of the Collection Management and Discovery Division as well as the library's initiatives, programs, and policies.
• Model inclusive excellence through specific actions, policies, professional development, and practices that support the library's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of diverse employees. Service Participate in library, campus, regional, and national committees, taskforces, and teams as appropriate. Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits: for library-wide planning, personnel decisions, budget allocation, resource management, organizational effectiveness, program and policy development, as part of the Library Cabinet, and in collaboration with the Department Heads group. The Associate Director demonstrates skill in collaborating with individuals and groups within and beyond the library, across the campus, and in the broader regional and library professional communities; has strong organizational skills; and the ability to work both independently and as a team leader and member. The individual in this role should possess experience managing academic personnel and have demonstrated collaborative team-building skills, including the ability to motivate and mentor others, and to support diverse ideas, cultures, and experiences. Finally, the Associate Director should be committed to fostering an equitable educational environment and workplace and will respond effectively to changing campus needs and priorities. This position reports to the Director / University Librarian. Associate Director for Collection Management and Discovery What you will do: Job DutiesDivisional Leadership
• Define a continually evolving vision for the division which includes providing a strategic direction for workflows, services, programming, projects, tools and identifying staffing, resource, and budget needs.
• Communicate division issues and needs (staffing/budget/resources) to the Library Cabinet.
• Ensure that all reports, direct and indirect, are successful in their roles through proactive coaching, development, and management.
• Establish a strong partnership with the other library divisions to ensure alignment of cross-divisional workflows, communication, and initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned. Strategic and Operational Administration
• Provide inclusive leadership through decision-making for library-wide planning, personnel decisions, budget allocation, resource management, organizational effectiveness, program and policy development as part of the Library Cabinet and in collaboration with the Department Heads group.
• Collaborate with Director to align the work of the division with library and campus strategic goals and directions.
• Ensure clear communication and project management workflows between Department Heads and Library Cabinet for projects and initiatives. Organizational Leadership and Development Effectively navigate a continually changing environment through ongoing professional development, improvement, and learning.
• In collaboration with the Director and Department Heads, build community to maintain positive morale and effectively address interpersonal as well as organizational communication.
• Function as a liaison between the Library Cabinet and Department Heads. This includes taking proactive action to:
• Foster an inclusive organizational culture that is built on trust, accountability, transparent communication, and decision-making.
• Assist Department Heads and Program Lead/s to situate their work within a context of broader organizational priorities, challenges, and opportunities.Serve on the Library Cabinet which is comprised of the Director and Associate/Assistant Directors.Divisional and Library-wide Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
• Actively contribute to an inclusive, anti-racist, and equity-centered working and learning environment, as part of the Collection Management and Discovery Division as well as the library's initiatives, programs, and policies.
• Model inclusive excellence through specific actions, policies, professional development, and practices that support the library's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of diverse employees. Service Participate in library, campus, regional, and national committees, taskforces, and teams as appropriate. Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits: , and in collaboration with the Department Heads group. The Associate Director demonstrates skill in collaborating with individuals and groups within and beyond the library, across the campus, and in the broader regional and library professional communities; has strong organizational skills; and the ability to work both independently and as a team leader and member. The individual in this role should possess experience managing academic personnel and have demonstrated collaborative team-building skills, including the ability to motivate and mentor others, and to support diverse ideas, cultures, and experiences. Finally, the Associate Director should be committed to fostering an equitable educational environment and workplace and will respond effectively to changing campus needs and priorities. This position reports to the Director / University Librarian. Associate Director for Collection Management and Discovery What you will do: Job DutiesDivisional Leadership
• Define a continually evolving vision for the division which includes providing a strategic direction for workflows, services, programming, projects, tools and identifying staffing, resource, and budget needs.
• Communicate division issues and needs (staffing/budget/resources) to the Library Cabinet.
• Ensure that all reports, direct and indirect, are successful in their roles through proactive coaching, development, and management.
• Establish a strong partnership with the other library divisions to ensure alignment of cross-divisional workflows, communication, and initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned. Strategic and Operational Administration
• Provide inclusive leadership through decision-making for library-wide planning, personnel decisions, budget allocation, resource management, organizational effectiveness, program and policy development as part of the Library Cabinet and in collaboration with the Department Heads group.
• Collaborate with Director to align the work of the division with library and campus strategic goals and directions.
• Ensure clear communication and project management workflows between Department Heads and Library Cabinet for projects and initiatives. Organizational Leadership and Development Effectively navigate a continually changing environment through ongoing professional development, improvement, and learning.
• In collaboration with the Director and Department Heads, build community to maintain positive morale and effectively address interpersonal as well as organizational communication.
• Function as a liaison between the Library Cabinet and Department Heads. This includes taking proactive action to:
• Foster an inclusive organizational culture that is built on trust, accountability, transparent communication, and decision-making.
• Assist Department Heads and Program Lead/s to situate their work within a context of broader organizational priorities, challenges, and opportunities.Serve on the Library Cabinet which is comprised of the Director and Associate/Assistant Directors.Divisional and Library-wide Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
• Actively contribute to an inclusive, anti-racist, and equity-centered working and learning environment, as part of the Collection Management and Discovery Division as well as the library's initiatives, programs, and policies.
• Model inclusive excellence through specific actions, policies, professional development, and practices that support the library's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of diverse employees. Service Participate in library, campus, regional, and national committees, taskforces, and teams as appropriate. Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits: equitable educational environment and workplace and will respond effectively to changing campus needs and priorities. This position reports to the Director / University Librarian. Associate Director for Collection Management and Discovery What you will do: Job DutiesDivisional Leadership
• Define a continually evolving vision for the division which includes providing a strategic direction for workflows, services, programming, projects, tools and identifying staffing, resource, and budget needs.
• Communicate division issues and needs (staffing/budget/resources) to the Library Cabinet.
• Ensure that all reports, direct and indirect, are successful in their roles through proactive coaching, development, and management.
• Establish a strong partnership with the other library divisions to ensure alignment of cross-divisional workflows, communication, and initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned. Strategic and Operational Administration
• Provide inclusive leadership through decision-making for library-wide planning, personnel decisions, budget allocation, resource management, organizational effectiveness, program and policy development as part of the Library Cabinet and in collaboration with the Department Heads group.
• Collaborate with Director to align the work of the division with library and campus strategic goals and directions.
• Ensure clear communication and project management workflows between Department Heads and Library Cabinet for projects and initiatives. Organizational Leadership and Development Effectively navigate a continually changing environment through ongoing professional development, improvement, and learning.
• In collaboration with the Director and Department Heads, build community to maintain positive morale and effectively address interpersonal as well as organizational communication.
• Function as a liaison between the Library Cabinet and Department Heads. This includes taking proactive action to:
• Foster an inclusive organizational culture that is built on trust, accountability, transparent communication, and decision-making.
• Assist Department Heads and Program Lead/s to situate their work within a context of broader organizational priorities, challenges, and opportunities.Serve on the Library Cabinet which is comprised of the Director and Associate/Assistant Directors.Divisional and Library-wide Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
• Actively contribute to an inclusive, anti-racist, and equity-centered working and learning environment, as part of the Collection Management and Discovery Division as well as the library's initiatives, programs, and policies.
• Model inclusive excellence through specific actions, policies, professional development, and practices that support the library's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of diverse employees. Service Participate in library, campus, regional, and national committees, taskforces, and teams as appropriate. Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits: environment and workplace and will respond effectively to changing campus needs and priorities. This position reports to the Director / University Librarian. Associate Director for Collection Management and Discovery What you will do: Job DutiesDivisional Leadership
• Define a continually evolving vision for the division which includes providing a strategic direction for workflows, services, programming, projects, tools and identifying staffing, resource, and budget needs.
• Communicate division issues and needs (staffing/budget/resources) to the Library Cabinet.
• Ensure that all reports, direct and indirect, are successful in their roles through proactive coaching, development, and management.
• Establish a strong partnership with the other library divisions to ensure alignment of cross-divisional workflows, communication, and initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned. Strategic and Operational Administration
• Provide inclusive leadership through decision-making for library-wide planning, personnel decisions, budget allocation, resource management, organizational effectiveness, program and policy development as part of the Library Cabinet and in collaboration with the Department Heads group.
• Collaborate with Director to align the work of the division with library and campus strategic goals and directions.
• Ensure clear communication and project management workflows between Department Heads and Library Cabinet for projects and initiatives. Organizational Leadership and Development Effectively navigate a continually changing environment through ongoing professional development, improvement, and learning.
• In collaboration with the Director and Department Heads, build community to maintain positive morale and effectively address interpersonal as well as organizational communication.
• Function as a liaison between the Library Cabinet and Department Heads. This includes taking proactive action to:
• Foster an inclusive organizational culture that is built on trust, accountability, transparent communication, and decision-making.
• Assist Department Heads and Program Lead/s to situate their work within a context of broader organizational priorities, challenges, and opportunities.Serve on the Library Cabinet which is comprised of the Director and Associate/Assistant Directors.Divisional and Library-wide Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
• Actively contribute to an inclusive, anti-racist, and equity-centered working and learning environment, as part of the Collection Management and Discovery Division as well as the library's initiatives, programs, and policies.
• Model inclusive excellence through specific actions, policies, professional development, and practices that support the library's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of diverse employees. Service Participate in library, campus, regional, and national committees, taskforces, and teams as appropriate. Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits:
• Serve on the Library Cabinet which is comprised of the Director and Associate/Assistant Directors. Divisional and Library-wide Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
• Actively contribute to an inclusive, anti-racist, and equity-centered working and learning environment, as part of the Collection Management and Discovery Division as well as the library's initiatives, programs, and policies.
• Model inclusive excellence through specific actions, policies, professional development, and practices that support the library's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of diverse employees. Service Participate in library, campus, regional, and national committees, taskforces, and teams as appropriate. Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits: and Library-wide Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, andAccessibility
• Actively contribute to an inclusive, anti-racist, and equity-centered working and learning environment, as part of the Collection Management and Discovery Division as well as the library's initiatives, programs, and policies.
• Model inclusive excellence through specific actions, policies, professional development, and practices that support the library's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of diverse employees. Service Participate in library, campus, regional, and national committees, taskforces, and teams as appropriate. Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits: and Library-wide Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, andAccessibility
• Actively contribute to an inclusive, anti-racist, and equity-centered working and learning environment, as part of the Collection Management and Discovery Division as well as the library's initiatives, programs, and policies.
• Model inclusive excellence through specific actions, policies, professional development, and practices that support the library's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of diverse employees. Service Participate in library, campus, regional, and national committees, taskforces, and teams as appropriate. Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits: Divisional and Library-wide Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, andAccessibility
• Actively contribute to an inclusive, anti-racist, and equity-centered working and learning environment, as part of the Collection Management and Discovery Division as well as the library's initiatives, programs, and policies.
• Model inclusive excellence through specific actions, policies, professional development, and practices that support the library's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of diverse employees. Service Participate in library, campus, regional, and national committees, taskforces, and teams as appropriate. Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits:
• Actively contribute to an inclusive, anti-racist, and equity-centered working and learning environment, as part of the Collection Management and Discovery Division as well as the library's initiatives, programs, and policies.
• Model inclusive excellence through specific actions, policies, professional development, and practices that support the library's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of diverse employees. Service Participate in library, campus, regional, and national committees, taskforces, and teams as appropriate. Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits: Accessibility
• Actively contribute to an inclusive, anti-racist, and equity-centered working and learning environment, as part of the Collection Management and Discovery Division as well as the library's initiatives, programs, and policies.
• Model inclusive excellence through specific actions, policies, professional development, and practices that support the library's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of diverse employees. Service Participate in library, campus, regional, and national committees, taskforces, and teams as appropriate. Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits:
• Actively contribute to an inclusive, anti-racist, and equity-centered working and learning environment, as part of the Collection Management and Discovery Division as well as the library's initiatives, programs, and policies.
• Model inclusive excellence through specific actions, policies, professional development, and practices that support the library's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of diverse employees. Service Participate in library, campus, regional, and national committees, taskforces, and teams as appropriate. Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits: and inclusion goals in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of diverse employees. Service Participate in library, campus, regional, and national committees, taskforces, and teams as appropriate. Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits:
• Participate in library, campus, regional, and national committees, taskforces, and teams as appropriate. Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead Librarian Compensation and Benefits The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Benefits: Supervision Exercised
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits:
• Collection Development and Strategies Department Head
• Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head
• Special and Digital Collections Unit Program Lead LibrarianCompensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $95,000-$100,000 + additional annual administrative atipend of 10% of base salary". The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Benefits: ) Total Compensation Calculator: ) Qualifications Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications) Minimum Qualifications
• Master's degree in Library or Information Science, or equivalent advanced degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited or equivalent accrediting body program.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience performing lead work and supervision of faculty and/or staff, which includes a minimum of three (3) years of administrative activities in libraries such as strategic planning, budgeting, workforce development, organizational development, or partnership building.
• Experience in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within a library setting.
• Experience with or expertise in one or more of the following areas. This list of examples is meant to illustrate the type of work that each department/unit in the division conducts. Candidates are not required to have experience/expertise in each individual area:
• Collection development and strategies: Collection development practices, processes, and tools, library acquisitions and licensing, collection assessment methodologies and tools, interlibrary loan processes and tools.
• Discovery systems and metadata: Discovery and resource management systems, e-resources access management, cataloging and metadata processes, standards, and tools.
• Special and Digital collections: Services and programming supporting the discovery and preservation of materials, conducting outreach and instruction to support campus research and teaching, donor, and community relations. Required: Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications) Preferred Qualifications
• Leading diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within a library setting.
• Experience with program development, strategic planning, or resource management within an academic or research library setting.
• Experience in cultivating interpersonal and organizational communication to sustain a positive organizational culture within a library setting. A sustained record of professional and/or scholarly activity.
• Experience in initiating and sustaining strategic partnerships.
• Experience in supporting employee development through teambuilding, coaching, or mentoring activities.
• Experience in fostering an inclusive organizational climate based upon respect, open communication, and teamwork. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• A strategic understanding of trends and issues in higher education and academic libraries.
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and multiple initiatives.
• Knowledge regarding trends and developments in library services, tools, and programming related to collection development, library acquisitions, licensing, assessment, interlibrary loan, discovery systems and access, metadata and cataloging, special and digital collections.
• Ability to foster an environment of inclusion, trust, and teamwork.
• Commitment to and strong record of mentoring and coaching diverse individuals and teams.
• Exhibit effective interpersonal and intercultural communication skills in all formats with diverse audiences.
• Commitment to and understanding of the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice and how they align with the mission of the Auraria Library and campus.This description

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