12-Month, Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate Librarian (Collections Management Librarian)

Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Libraries are seeking candidates for a Collections Management Librarian, a tenure-track faculty position. The position is for an inclusive, user-focused, and collegial librarian. The Collection Management Librarian will report to the Head of Collections and Digital Scholarship and be located on the main campus in Allendale.

12-Month, Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate Librarian (Collections Management Librarian)

Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Libraries are seeking candidates for a Collections Management Librarian, a tenure-track faculty position. The position is for an inclusive, user-focused, and collegial librarian. The Collection Management Librarian will report to the Head of Collections and Digital Scholarship and be located on the main campus in Allendale. 

The Collection Management Librarian, in collaboration with the Head of Collections and Digital Scholarship, will be responsible for making informed purchase and renewal decisions on databases and journals, conducting analyses of subscription resources, and maintaining strong relationships with our resource vendors. This role is crucial in managing both our physical and virtual collections to effectively curate materials that support our institution’s curriculum. They demonstrate a commitment to student success, an understanding of the liberal education mission, and work collaboratively and independently within a dynamic team-based organization. 

Additionally, the Collections Management librarian will: 

• Establish and actively maintain constructive relationships with vendors and consortia members 

• Collaborate across library departments to develop, implement, and communicate collections decisions 

• As a tenure-track library faculty member, engage in scholarly and creative activities (e.g., conducting research, publishing articles, presenting at professional conferences) 

• Provide regular service to the institution, profession, and/or community (e.g., university governance committees, professional organizations, etc.) 

• Engage in regular professional development (with support from the Libraries and University) 

Qualifications 

Required Qualifications 

• Master's Degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) or from a program in a country with a formal accreditation process as identified by ALA 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 

• Excellent time management and independent working abilities 

• Effective oral and written communication skills 

• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to customer service 

• Demonstrated teamwork skills with the initiative to lead projects 

• Commitment to promoting inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience managing projects or operational activities. 

• Familiarity with integrated library system functions for technical services. 

• Knowledge of licensing and user rights 

• Comfort working with financial and statistical data 

GVSU is a public Doctoral/Professional regional university anchored in Liberal Education. The University is located in west Michigan with campuses in Allendale, Grand Rapids and Holland, plus centers in Muskegon and Traverse City. The University attracts more than 24,000 students with high quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities. The greater Grand Rapids metropolitan area has a population of over one million, is rich in cultural amenities, and within easy driving distance of superb summer and winter recreational venues.   

Salary range: $55,000-$65,000; commensurate with experience 

Benefits: The university offers an excellent comprehensive package that includes health/vision/dental plans, life insurance, retirement, sick/leave disability, tuition waiver, adoption resources, wellness coaching, and free access to campus and local YMCA fitness facilities. Family and childcare options on and off-campus are also available.

Campus: Allendale

Interested in applying?  Go to http://jobs.gvsu.edu and search for Librarian. Application deadline is November 13, 2024. A complete application will include: (1) a cover letter addressing how you meet the qualifications, your motivation to work at GVSU, and your commitment to inclusion with examples of addressing diversity, inclusion, and equity in your work, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) contact information of three professional references to contact only after candidate approval, and (4) degree transcripts (unofficial issued to students are acceptable to apply). The online application will allow applicants to attach these documents electronically. If you need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.   

Review of all submitted and required application materials will begin November 13, 2024 and the posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the university.

Questions? Feel free to contact Matt Ruen (ruenm@gvsu.edu) or Cara Cadena (cadenac@gvsu.edu), search committee co-chairs. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.