Library/Archive Manager I

University of Wisconsin - River Falls

Full-time

On-site

River Falls, Wisconsin, United States

January 11, 2025

Working Title: Collection Services Manager

Appointment Type: Academic Staff-Fixed Term Renewable

FTE: 100

Position Summary: This position is a 100% appointment in Collection Services under the general supervision of the Library Director. Manages the Collection Services unit through the supervision of personnel, participates in long-term strategic planning, and solves complex issues, which impact other units or services. Collaborates with senior leadership to implement the strategic vision and goals.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Required Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in library and information science accredited by the American Library Association with a minimum of two years subsequent library experience
  • Knowledge of cataloging standards, RDA (Resource Description and Access), Library of Congress classification and Library of Congress subject headings.
  • Experience of increasing responsibility in library technical services operations
  • Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively both as a team member and independently, and to promote teamwork among colleagues
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively organize information, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
  • Supervisory experiencePreferred Qualifications:
  • Experience managing electronic resources
  • Experience working with major library vendors and publishers, including the negotiation of license agreements
  • Cataloging experience
  • Reference and/or library instruction experience

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

  • Resume
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)Inquiries should be addressed to: Morgan Paavola

Search Chair

[email protected]

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before February 2, 2025.

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to:

https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickg uidefasl.pdf

UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.

We are committed to creating an educational community which enhances student awareness and appreciation of diverse ethnicities and cultures and which actively supports tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each person without regard to economic status, ethnic background, political views, sexual orientation, or other personal characteristics or beliefs. Awareness of and sensitivity to diverse ethnic and cultural heritages are especially sought in applicants.

UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran status, and membership in the national guard, state defense force, or any other reserve component of the military forces of the United States or the State of Wisconsin. All persons, especially women, persons of color, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

For a copy of UW-River Falls campus safety information see http://www.uwrf.edu/Police/CampusRecordsCrimes.cfm or call Public Safety at (715) 425-3133 for a paper copy. This material includes crime statistics (Annual Security Report) and information on crime prevention, sexual assault and drug/alcohol issues.

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