Assistant Professor, Head Librarian, Curriculum Resource Center

Description

Bowling Green State University (BGSU) invites applications for a Head Librarian of the Curriculum Resource Center with faculty rank of Assistant Professor. This position reports to the Chair of the Department of Special Collections (SC) within the University Libraries (UL) and is a full time, twelve-month renewable, tenure track faculty rank appointment.
The SC Department is seeking an individual who is collaborative and has a passion for juvenile literature. As Head Librarian for the Curriculum Resource Center, this person supervises, develops, administers, and participates in all operations of the CRC and represents the CRC in various venues.
Information about Program and College
The Curriculum Resource Center (CRC) is a collection of high-quality materials for educators to use with learners in gradespreK-12. Award-winning juvenile literature, engaging curriculum materials, and hands on manipulatives provide valuable learning resources for educators to use with students. The unit consists of the head librarian, a faculty librarian, two classified staff, and student assistants.
Bowling Green State University Libraries is a founding and active member of OhioLINK, a consortium of 117 libraries at 88institutions plus the State Library of Ohio. The University Libraries (UL) comprises general collections (housed within the William T. Jerome Library) in social sciences, humanities, and sciences; government documents; the Curriculum Resource Center; and is home to three nationally prominent special collections: the Browne Popular Culture Library; the Center for Archival Collections, which includes the Historical Collections of the Great Lakes; and the Music Library and Bill Schurk Sound Archives. Additionally,
the Northwest Ohio Regional Book Depository, which serves BGSU and the University of Toledo, is managed by the UL.
Bowling Green State University Libraries are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. In support of an open and welcoming environment, we believe that it is critical for every member of the library community to share the responsibility for equity and diversity. For more information on the UL diversity and inclusion efforts, visit
https://www.bgsu.edu/library/about/diversity.html
As a Public University for the Public Good, Bowling Green State University is a comprehensive, high research university located in northwestern Ohio committed to driving economic and cultural vitality in the region and beyond. Through
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innovative teaching, research and creative activities, BGSU fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning community where inspired ideas, knowledge and achievements support the region, state
and nation. More than 760 talented and passionate faculty members teach across more than 200 undergraduate majors and programs, 17 doctoral programs, and 57 master’s programs. A focus on promoting research, scholarship, and creative activities has resulted in a significant increase in extramural funding over the past several years.
Guided by Forward, BGSU’s strategic plan, the University is focused on redefining student success. For the fourth year in arow, The Wall Street Journal ranks BGSU as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest that students would choose again. BGSU also holds the Wall Street Journal distinction of being the No. 1 public university in Ohio for the student experience.
Essential Functions
Supervises and evaluates two classified staff members.
Establishes unit goals and objectives and long-range plans in concert with the UL’s strategic plan with assistance from theCRC faculty and staff.
Creates and monitors budgets for student personnel, equipment, and materials allocations.
Prepares annual reports and other assessments and evaluations of the unit operations, programs, and services asrequested.
Working with CRC faculty/staff and UL colleagues, establishes and maintains unit policies and
standards for processing materials.
Working with CRC faculty/staff, approves the unit’s web pages and social media productions and other promotional materials.
Works with faculty in the School of Education and Human Development and other relevant
departments to ensure that CRC collections and services meet the instructional and research needs of students and faculty.
May teach graduate or undergraduate courses in education or related field.
Identifies, selects, acquires, and evaluates materials to maintain the relevance of the CRC collections.
Cultivates and maintains relationships with donors.
Participates in the day-to-day work of CRC, including circulation services and functional student supervision, reference assistance and instruction.
Represents the CRC with other UL units and collaborates with others in areas of collection
development, cataloging, acquisitions, systems, reference, instruction, serials, circulation, and
document delivery.
Engages in scholarly activities and service to the profession as required of library faculty members.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited institution.
At least 3+ years of progressively responsible professional experience in a library.
Knowledge of juvenile literature.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated supervisory experience.
Experience with strategic planning and assessment of services and programs.
Experience with fundraising, donor relations and outreach.
Experience teaching at a university level.
Degree in an education field and/or experience in a PreK-12 setting.
Experience with the development, assessment, and effective stewardship of collections.

 Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Additional Information
Application Materials Required
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Names and contact information of three professional references
Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned are required for candidates invited for in-person interviews.
Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts.
BGSU policy requires finalist to authorize and pass a background check prior to receiving an offer of employment.

Application Deadline
The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by December 14, 2024.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive and commensurate with candidate’s experience and credentials. Full benefits package available.

Bowling Green State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer . We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email [email protected].