Librarian I Posting #FALI02-22 
Acquisition, Collections, & Information Librarian  
Geoffrey R. Weller Library 
Full-Time, Term (1-year) 

The University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) invites applications for a Regular Term position in the Geoffrey R. Weller Library at the rank of Librarian I, with a proposed starting date of January 31, 2023. As an institution committed to the fostering of an inclusive and transformative learning environment, UNBC values high quality and growth in both teaching and scholarship. 

Reporting to the Interim University Librarian, the Acquisition, Collections, & Information (ACI) Librarian is one of six librarians and two archivists at UNBC. The ACI Librarian provides leadership and vision in collection development and copyright. The primary responsibilities for the ACI Librarian are: 

∙ communicating with vendors and library consortia; 

∙ reviewing and analyzing library subscriptions; 

∙ providing support to liaison librarians in assessing and analyzing collections and review and 

∙ analyzing gifts and donations; 

∙ oversees the acquisition of materials in all formats, working in close collaboration with others; and 

∙ oversees the Copyright unit in the Library. 

All librarians at UNBC provide in-person and virtual reference service in all disciplines and information literacy instruction as required. There may also be opportunities for providing other professional services, as well as participation in special projects. 

Applicants will have a degree from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent accreditation in library and information science, preferably with related experience in an academic environment, especially in areas of budget management and/or license negotiation. The successful candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication, demonstrated analytical skills and have recent experience in providing reference and instruction services in an academic library setting. Previous experience leading teams or projects is also required. Familiarity with budget management, collection assessment and license negotiation would be an asset. Knowledge of copyright and e-resource management is strongly suggested. 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Employment Equity  

The University of Northern British Columbia is fully committed to creating and maintaining an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that is accessible to all. We are devoted to ensuring a welcoming, safe, and inclusive campus free from harassment, bullying, and discrimination. This commitment is woven into our motto and mission. In the Dakelh language, UNBC’s motto ‘En Cha Huná translates to “he/she/they also live” and means respect for all living things. Through the respect for all living things, we are able to grow and learn better together, each bringing our own unique individual differences and contributions to inspire leaders for tomorrow by influencing the world today. 

Employment equity requires that we remove barriers and overcome both direct and indirect discrimination. In this way, the pool of excellent candidates increases substantially. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person 

About the University and its Community 

Since its founding in 1990, the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) has emerged as one of Canada’s best small research-intensive universities, with a passion for teaching, discovery, people, and the North. UNBC’s excellence is derived from community-inspired research, hands-on learning, and alumni who are leading change around the world. 

Since time immemorial, Indigenous peoples have walked gently on the diverse traditional territories where the University of Northern British Columbia community is grateful to live, work, learn, and play. We are committed to building and nurturing relationships with Indigenous peoples, we acknowledge their traditional lands, and we thank them for their hospitality. UNBC’s largest campus in Prince George is located on the traditional unceded territory of the Lheidli T’enneh, in the spectacular landscape near the geographic centre of beautiful British Columbia. 

UNBC’s three regional campuses are located in Quesnel, Fort St. John, and Terrace. The South-Central campus in Quesnel is situated on the traditional territory of the Lhtako Dené (Red Bluff Band), Nazko, Lhoosk’uz Dené Nation (Kluskus Band), and Esdilagh First Nations (formerly Alexandria Band). Lhtako, Nazko, and Lhoosk’uz are Dakelh First Nations, and Esdilagh is a member of the Tsilhqot’in Nation. The Peace River-Liard campus in Fort St. John is situated on the traditional territory of the Doig River, Blueberry River and Halfway River First Nations. They are the Dunne-Za people. The Northwest campus in Terrace is situated on traditional Ts’msyen (Tsimshian) territory of the Kitsumkalum and Kitselas First Nations. It includes a satellite campus in the coastal community of Prince Rupert. 

UNBC consistently ranks in the top three in its category in the annual Maclean’s university rankings. UNBC also recently placed among the top five per cent of higher education institutions worldwide by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. 

With a diverse student population, the University is friendly, inclusive, and supportive. Prince George is a city of ~74,000 people with impressive cultural, educational, and recreational amenities. For more information about living and working in Prince George, please refer to http://www.unbc.ca/experience and https://moveupprincegeorge.ca. Make your mark with this leading post-secondary institution. 

To Apply 

Applicants should forward the following documents to FacultyRecruitment@unbc.ca or mail to Office of the Provost quoting the posting number (#FALI02-22): 

o cover letter indicating potential contributions to the Program;  

o curriculum vitae;  

o a brief statement of teaching approaches and research program;  

o the names and addresses of three references (including telephone and email information); and

o the Statement of Eligibility to Work in Canada form, which can be found here:  
https://www2.unbc.ca/sites/default/files/sections/human-resources/statementofemploymenteligibilityjan0520221.pdf

Voluntary Form:  

o the Self-Identification from, which can be found here:  
https://www2.unbc.ca/sites/default/files/sections/human-resources/unbcself-idrevisedmay2022-fillable.pdf

Persons with disabilities, who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact UNBC Health & Wellbeing at wellbeing@unbc.ca. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.  

Mail Submissions:
Office of the Provost, University of Northern British Columbia 
3333 University Way, Prince George, B.C., V2N 4Z9 

Email Submissions:
FacultyRecruitment@unbc.ca 

Inquiries:
Dr. Trina Fyfe, Interim University Librarian 
trina.fyfe@unbc.ca 
(250) 960-6612 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest in UNBC however, only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted. 

Applications received on or before January 13, 2023, will receive full consideration; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.