Coordinator, Social Science Collections – University of Toronto | ViMLoC: Visible Minority Librarians of Canada

DEPARTMENT: Collection Development
DATE REQUIRED: Immediately
Closes on Sunday, March 27, 2022
University of Toronto Libraries
Toronto, ON, Canada
Full Time (Permanent)

Job Description

Are you looking for challenging, meaningful work in a supportive and diverse environment? Are you looking for a career at one of Canada’s top employers? Work where the world comes to think, discover and learn. Consider a career at the University of Toronto.

About the University of Toronto Libraries

The University of Toronto Libraries system is the largest academic library in Canada and is consistently ranked in the top ten among academic research libraries in North America. The system consists of 40 libraries located on three university campuses: St. George, Mississauga, and Scarborough. This array of college libraries, special collections, and specialized libraries and information centres supports the teaching and research requirements of over 300 graduate programs, more than 70 professional programs, and about 700 undergraduate degree programs. In addition to more than 12 million volumes in 341 languages, the library system currently provides access to millions of electronic resources in various forms and over 31,000 linear metres of archival material. More than 150,000 new print volumes are acquired each year. The Libraries’ data centre houses more than 500 servers with a storage capacity of 1.5 petabytes.

The Opportunity

The University of Toronto Libraries seeks an innovative, enthusiastic, collaborative, and knowledgeable professional to help shape the future development of scholarly resources and collections in support of the social sciences at the University of Toronto. Reporting to the Associate Chief Librarian for Collections and Materials Management, the Coordinator, Social Sciences Collections will advocate for and advance the values of inclusivity, diversity and accessibility in the acquisition of collections for UTL. The Coordinator, Social Science Collections will develop a sustained, coordinated approach to collection development and management activities for social science collections for the central libraries. As part of a team of collections coordinators, the Coordinator, Social Sciences Collections will work with colleagues across the system and on the East and West campuses to plan, implement, and oversee collaborative collections initiatives to support research and teaching in a large and complex landscape.

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement best practices, priorities, and policies for collections in alignment with the university and library strategic plans
Ensure the continued development and expansion of diverse collections
Collaborate with colleagues in Collection Services to negotiate product licenses and renewals, communicate with vendors, coordinate and monitor approval plans, and manage budgets
Assist data librarians in negotiating data licenses and renewals
Work in cooperation with colleagues in Assessment and other key partners to coordinate, plan, and engage librarians working at all three campuses in regular collections assessment and evaluation projects
Collaborate with colleagues in Scholarly Communication to lead initiatives within the evolving publishing landscape
Facilitate and strengthen ties with the University’s social sciences programs through collaboration with liaison librarians to do proactive outreach to faculty and students
Work with the collections team, User Services, data librarians and liaison librarians to understand the needs and trends in social sciences research and teaching at the University of Toronto
Help train librarians in understanding the collections management lifecycle
Work with colleagues across units and campuses at the University of Toronto by participating on relevant working groups and committees
Work with colleagues outside of the University of Toronto by participating in shared collection projects, professional organizations, at workshops, forums, interest groups etc. as appropriate
May assume a subject liaison role which would include teaching, collections, research and proactive outreach

Required Qualifications

A degree from an accredited Master’s level program in library and information studies
Demonstrated commitment to the principles of inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism and accessibility
Experience developing and managing collections including maintaining approval plans, understanding license agreements, and negotiating with vendors
Track record of successful collaboration and consensus building
Demonstrated ability to plan, design, and implement collection assessment projects
Understanding of the scholarly publishing landscape
Knowledge of library consortia, shared print, and collaborative collections
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Outstanding service orientation and public service experience
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and professional growth
Strong evidence of a growth mindset: a librarian who embraces change, demonstrates flexibility, creativity, resilience, and a commitment to ongoing learning and professional growth

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in the social sciences
Understanding of data acquisition landscape

Salary and Terms of Appointment:

It is anticipated that this position will be filled at the Librarian II or III level, subject to review and experience. Minimum salary: LIB II: $72,367; LIB III: $92,613 (Salary is dependent on rank at hire and qualifications). This is a permanent status stream position.

Benefits: We offer generous benefits packages to all employees. Additional information is available at: https://people.utoronto.ca/careers/benefits/

Additional information

Librarians at the University of Toronto are members of the University of Toronto Faculty Association.

How to Apply

Application Materials Required: A cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references of which at least two have supervised your work. Please send a single electronic file (MS Word or pdf) with a file name convention of [Surname,FirstName.SocialScience] to Library Human Resources at utlhr@utoronto.ca; or to Room 1140, 130 St. George Street, University of Toronto Libraries, Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A5; by March 27, 2022.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statements

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

University of Toronto Libraries’ Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Statement: https://www.library.utoronto.ca/inclusion-diversity-and-equity-statement

University of Toronto Libraries’ Anti-Racism Statement: https://www.library.utoronto.ca/anti-racism-statement

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact utlhr@utoronto.ca.

The University of Toronto Libraries thanks all applicants but will only contact applicants selected for an interview.

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