Collections Strategy Librarian - Ottawa, Canada - University of Ottawa

University of Ottawa

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Job Number:

***- J
Job Type:***- Interim Appointment or Replacement
Contract Duration:***- 1 year/ 1 an
Job Category:***- Librarian
Faculty:***- UO Library
Department:***- Content and Access
Union:***- The Association of Professors of the University of Ottawa (APUO)
Setting:The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the best research universities in the country and the largest bilingual university (French and English) in the world. Located on the unceded territory of Anishinabé-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes significantly to the economy, culture and quality of life of Canada's Capital.

Title of the position:
Collections Strategy Librarian (Replacement)

The Collections Strategy Librarian (Replacement) assesses, evaluates, and analyzes the Library collection, using quantitative and qualitative data, to develop an informed understanding of collection needs within the University of Ottawa community and to support evidence-based decision making.

This work may include managing large data sets across various systems.

The Collections Strategy Librarian (Replacement) has a strong understanding of the shared collections landscape and facilitates the University of Ottawa's participation in shared initiatives by contributing to large scale collection development and analysis; identifying gaps and overlaps in our collection in conjunction with other libraries and initiatives.

The incumbent participates in a variety of projects, which may include, but are not limited to, collection maintenance, evaluations of major in-kind donations, annual subscription reviews, weeding projects, and the development and maintenance of approval plans.

The incumbent assesses new licensing models, stays up-to-date on new practices and trends in content acquisition, and works with vendors to negotiate content licensing as appropriate.

The incumbent participates in evaluating and determining the best method of acquisition for specific types of content. They ensure fiscal responsibility by spending budgeted amounts in assigned areas in a timely and appropriate manner.

Terms:
Replacement position, 12-months

Wage:
Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Benefits package:

The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package which includes long term disability, basic group life insurance, supplementary health insurance, University of Ottawa Pension Plan, optional life insurance and reimbursement of relocation fees.

Location of work:
Library, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5

Skills requirements:

Education:
A Master's degree in Library and Information Studies (MLIS) from an ALA accredited institution or equivalent.

Work experience:

At least 2 years of professional experience, or fewer if the experience is particularly pertinent to the position.
Effective oral and written communication skills in both French and English.
Knowledge of collection development practices and trends, e.g. licensing models, budget management, collection assessment, and consortial collection strategies.
Knowledge of the scholarly communications and publishing landscape, and its relationship to collections strategy.
Knowledge of library collections in relation to the academic mission of the university, and knowledge of the diverse purposes for which the collection is used.
Possess advanced skills to use a variety of collection development related tools and software to conduct large scale collections assessment and analysis using various data sets.
Ability to develop strategies for analysis of collections data across various systems in order to support datadriven and evidencebased collections assessment and analysis activities
Demonstrated aptitude for reading, analyzing, and understanding data in a variety of formats.
Ability to work on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires indepth evaluation of variable factors
Ability to work in a collaborative, teambased environment.
Adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to a changing environment.
Problem solving and decisionmaking skills.
Capacity to identify areas of opportunity and to develop and implement innovative solutions to respond to them.

Application deadline:
March 3rd, 2023

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism.

Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.