Librarian for American Indigenous Studies

Job Summary

Although this position will remain posted until filled, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by the end of day on March 7, 2025.

Reporting to the Librarian for Tozzer Library, the Librarian for American Indigenous Studies is responsible for supporting scholars engaged in American Indigenous Studies research and Indigenous communities utilizing Tozzer Library resources. This position engages in research and instruction activities, outreach and community building, collection development, and special collections projects.

Tozzer Library provides support to researchers in the fields of Anthropology and Indigenous Studies, as well as related fields. Founded in 1868, Tozzer Library houses extensive collections in these subject areas, including historic materials ranging from the 1500s to present day. Tozzer Library is actively expanding the scope of its services and collections through different initiatives such as the Indigenous Knowledge Collection, community events showcasing new scholarship, and more. Learn more about this work on Tozzer Library's website.Position Description

Research, Teaching, and Learning

Provides specialized reference services to students, faculty, and tribal members focused on American Indigenous Studies topics, especially as they relate to Tozzer Library collections.

Plans and implements instruction programs aimed at Indigenous Studies scholars utilizing Tozzer Library resources.

Creates and maintains resources that support research such as LibGuides, newsletters, etc.

Outreach and Community Building

Serves as a liaison to the Harvard University Native American Program (HUNAP) and collaborates with other library liaisons to provide support for American Indigenous-focused courses.

Serves as one of the liaisons for tribal communities utilizing Tozzer Library resources. Participates in community outreach initiatives such as the annual Harvard Powwow.

Represents Tozzer Library and Harvard Library in regional, national, and international professional meetings and conferences such as the American Indian Library Association, the Association of Tribal Archives, Libraries, and Museums, and the International Indigenous Librarians' Forum.

Collections

Engages in current and retrospective collection building (including marginalized and historically excluded voices) in all formats.

Manages acquisitions funds, approval plans, serials, and electronic resources with a focus on American Indigenous Studies.

Works closely with the Librarian for Tozzer Library on special collections projects such as Tozzer Library's Indigenous Knowledge Collection, digitization initiatives, fulfilling tribal requests, coordinating donations, and acquiring new materials.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES_:_

Supervises student workers on projects as needed.

Contributes to the overall goals of the department as appropriate.

Ensures responsible financial management, tracking expenses, and following Harvard University's financial policies, procedures, and protocols. In partnership with HL Finance, ensure accountability and compliance with fiduciary requirements.

Responsible for effective staff management, including hiring and orientation, training and development, workflow and performance management, and the promotion of an inclusive and innovative work environment.¿Basic Qualifications

Advanced degree in Library and Information Science or other relevant subject such as Indigenous Studies.

3-5 years of professional experience in libraries or related cultural heritage institutions.

Demonstrated knowledge of American Indigenous Studies topics, and experience providing services to Indigenous scholars and communities.Additional Qualifications and Skills

Experience engaging with culturally sensitive topics and willingness to continually broaden knowledge in these areas.

Commitment to supporting efforts that foster diversity and inclusion in library, university, and professional contexts.

Experience working effectively with culturally diverse library users and colleagues.

Demonstrated record of a collaborative approach to work and problem solving.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Capacity to thrive in a changing working environment, to initiate and adapt to change, and to be flexible.

Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging and antiracism.

Demonstrated experience training, scheduling, and distributing work to students or temporary staff.Physical Requirements

Frequently move boxes weighing up to 20 pounds across the library for various needs.Working Conditions

The position is based on site in Cambridge, MA. There may be the opportunity for a hybrid work model compliant with Harvard University policies.

It is anticipated that this role will be on campus three days a week, and have the option for remote the other days, dependent on business needs.

Work location is responsive and subject to change based on business needs. Requests for flexibility will be considered consistent with Harvard University flexwork policies.

At times will need to travel locally or more broadly.

At times may work in basements, attics, warehouses, and other records storage areas.

May interact with collections that may contain dust, mold, or other contaminants.

The work associated with this position is performed in a library/office setting.Additional Information

Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. The amount will vary based on the position and the candidate's relevant experience. Work Format Details

This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only).Benefits

We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.

Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.

Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.

Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.

Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.

Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.

Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.

Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.Job Function Library

Department Office Location USA - MA - Cambridge

Job Code 386057 Library Professional

Work Format Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Sub-Unit *

Salary Grade 057

Department Tozzer Library

Annual Salary Range $76,400 - $130,000 0

Union 00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Time Status Full-time

Pre-Employment Screening Criminal, Education, Identity

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Across the Harvard Library, our work is enriched by our diverse campus community. Our unique and wide-ranging abilities, experiences, and perspectives are integral to achieving Harvard University's mission of excellence in research, teaching, and learning for our patrons, our collections, and our workplace. We believe that an inclusive environment that cultivates and promotes understanding, respect, and collaboration across our diverse workforce enables our success.

We invite individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and abilities to be a part of our community of over 700 staff members. Our work with faculty, students and researchers to explore answers to intellectual questions, enduring and new, and to seek solutions to the world's most consequential problems, requires that we not only reflect, but also champion our diverse society.

Harvard Library inspires collaboration, reflection, experimentation, and discovery connecting users to related disciplines and to University-wide teaching resources. The Library engages users through curated discovery, digital collections, reimagined physical space, and specialized research support. Today, Harvard Library's holdings range from traditional print collections to rapidly expanding access to digital resources. Harvard Library provides the University's faculty, students, and researchers-now and in the future-with exceptional experiences and comprehensive access to these materials.

Learn more about our contributions to the academic enterprise by visiting us at http://library.harvard.edu and about the Harvard University community at http://hr.harvard.edu/why-harvard.

The Harvard Library is a proud member of the Association of College & Research Libraries (ACRL) Diversity Alliance.EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.