Job Description

Associate University Librarian, Scholarly Resources

Tracking Code: req721

Faculty/Department: Library

Number of Positions: 1

Appointment Type: Full-Time Continuing,

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Salary Range: Level 11 - Annual Hiring Salary, , with annual step progression in accordance with the .

Posting Date: July 13, 2023

Closing Date: July 26, 2023

Job Summary: The Associate University Librarian, Scholarly Resources joins a dynamic leadership team in defining, implementing and assessing library-wide strategic priorities to advance the teaching, learning and research mandates of the two institutions we serve: Ontario Tech University and Durham College. Our priorities reflect our core values in respecting and authentically demonstrating our commitment to all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion, in tandem with working to advance the Truth and Reconciliation Commission\'s calls to action.

The AUL, Scholarly Resources brings visionary leadership and strategic oversight to a portfolio that encompasses all aspects of the scholarly resources lifecycle, including collection development, acquisitions and metadata, copyright and scholarly communication. With an astute understanding of the evolving role of the academic library, they will shape a robust and responsive teaching and learning environment, reflecting a commitment and recognition of the many lifelong literacies (information, data, numeric, etc.) demanded of students, faculty and staff.
Working in a highly collaborative and interrelated environment with the AUL for Digital Initiatives and the University Librarian, the AUL, Scholarly Resources will be instrumental in developing and advancing strategy, programs and practices around established and emerging areas of focus including research data management, artificial intelligence, open access, open educational resources, as well as research impact and metrics.

In conjunction with Library leadership and the library team as a whole, the AUL, Scholarly Resources will help advance our ethos of respect, equity, diversity and inclusion through demonstrated commitment and actions. Engaging with members of the campus and broader communities, they will deliver compelling messaging around Library strategic priorities, encourage experimentation, build relationships and foster collaborations. They will be strong proponents of a healthy organizational culture that values mutual respect and understands the importance of cultivating a sense of belonging and meaningful contribution across all members of the team.

Responsibilities/accountabilities:

• Reporting to the University Librarian, and as a member of the Library\'s senior leadership team, works collegially to develop and implement Library-wide strategy, program planning and policy.
• Leads strategic development and curriculum integration of the Library\'s in-person, online and hybrid information literacy programming.
• Administers, allocates and monitors collections budgets for each institution.
• Develops policies and programs that ensure responsive acquisition of collections and resource requirements for all Faculties of Durham College and Ontario Tech.
• Provides overall direction for and supervision of the liaison librarian team.
• Oversees and supports the metadata and acquisitions team.
• Advocates for ongoing staff development, mentoring, and engagement of staff, fostering and leading teams.
• Provides high-level advocacy promotion and support for the creation, adoption and use of open educational resources with campus stakeholders.
• Monitors and assesses the viability of emerging trends in academic research libraries and higher education, identifies opportunities to translate to relevant and innovative programming.
• Works collaboratively with Library campus partners to advance the Library\'s contributions to ensure the institutions meet Tri-Agency requirements for open access and research data management.
• Effectively communicates the Library\'s strategic priorities and pursues partnerships with the Ontario Tech and Durham College communities.
• Represents the Library in appropriate institutional, regional, national, and international organizations and initiatives.
• Serves on library, university, and college committees.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated leadership experience and evidence of flexibility and initiative in a collaborative and rapidly changing environment. Experience within a unionized environment is an asset.
• Increasingly responsible administrative roles in an academic or research library or similar relevant setting.
• Experience in scholarly resource development, evaluation, negotiation, acquisition, delivery and access.
• Capacity for evidence-based collection development and management.
• Excellent budget management and analysis skills.
• Robust knowledge of issues and trends in scholarly communication and publishing.
• Familiarity with various forms of data (geospatial, numerical, etc.) and research data management as well as digital scholarship.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain meaningful collaborative partnerships to serve shared goals.
• Strong and demonstrated record of effective priority setting, policy coordination, program and process development, as well as the use of analytical, problem solving, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Capability to represent the library in local, provincial and national communities and consortia.

Required Education:

• Completion of a Master\'s Degree in a Specialized or Occupational Field or Completion of an Undergraduate Degree plus Professional Certification

• Verification of Academic credentials may be required

Required Experience:

• Over 5 years and including 7 years

About Ontario Tech University
As one of Canada\'s newest research universities, Ontario Tech University advances the discovery and application of knowledge through a technology-enriched learning environment and the delivery of innovative market-driven programs responsive to the needs of students and industry. With more than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in more than 75 programs, the university promotes social engagement, fosters critical thinking and integrates outcomes-based learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. The university\'s commitment to accelerating economic growth and social innovation is realized through faculty research collaborations with leading organizations such as Ontario Power Generation, IBM, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and the Durham Regional Police Service. To find out more, please visit https://ontariotechu.ca/

About Durham College
An unwavering commitment to student success, high-quality programs led by exceptional professors with real-world experience, graduates who\'ve gone on to outstanding career success and a treasured relationship with the community - Durham College (DC) has been guided by these ideals since 1967. Offering a variety of diploma to degree options, the college has more than 11,000 full-time post-secondary and apprenticeship students as well as part-time and continuing education students and online learners. The college offers a wide range of market-driven programs in a number of different disciplines including culinary, hospitality, tourism, horticulture, business, information technology, media, art, design, general arts, science, skilled trades, justice, emergency services, health and engineering technology, enabling students to develop the skills required to meet the demands of today\'s job market. Visit https://durhamcollege.ca to learn more.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepted until July 26, 2023 or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ontario Tech University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and Indigenous Peoples in Canada will be given priority.

Ontario Tech University respects people\'s different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.

If you require accommodation, please contact , Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university\'s .

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

Job Location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Expected Start Date: 10/2/2023

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