Engineering Librarian

Closes on Sunday, November 12, 2023
University of Toronto Libraries
Toronto, ON
Full Time (Contract)

Organization Name: University of Toronto Libraries
Job Title: Engineering Librarian
Job Type: Full Time (Contract)
Location: Toronto, ON
Posting Date: 10/13/2023
Application Deadline: 11/12/2023
Compensation: Minimum salary: LIB I: $76,403; LIB II: $79,720 (Salary is dependent on rank at hire and qualifications)
Target Audience: Current Students, Recent Graduates, 0–5 Years of Experience, 5–10 Years of Experience
Job Category: Library – Academic

Job Description

POSITION: Engineering Librarian (Librarian I/II; contractually limited term appointment)

DEPARTMENT: Engineering and Computer Science Library

DATE REQUIRED: As soon as possible

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 600 servers with a storage capacity of 1.5 petabytes.

About the Engineering & Computer Science Library

The Engineering & Computer Science Library (ECSL) is the second largest science library at UTL. It is the main library at the University of Toronto (U of T) for computer science and engineering collections and resources both online and in print. ECSL is deeply embedded into the engineering and computer science communities at U of T and librarians often partner with faculty and staff on teaching, research, and outreach initiatives. ECSL is a busy and popular place for students to meet and work together on their group assignments, making this library an active and vibrant hub of teaching and learning.

The Opportunity

The Engineering & Computer Science Library (ECSL) seeks a self-motivated and adaptable librarian to fill important roles related to liaison librarianship. Representative responsibilities include:

• Providing curriculum-embedded library instruction, collection building, research supports and proactive outreach and engagement with faculty
• Demonstrating an awareness and sensitivity to the values of inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility and fostering these values within the Engineering & Computer Science Library
• Developing expertise in issues related to open access publishing, research data management, and copyright to provide first-tier support to the engineering and computer science communities
• Collaborating with librarians, functional specialists, and liaison clusters to connect faculty to resources and services outside of ECSL when necessary
• Supervising, hiring, training, and mentoring of casual staff
• Providing support for Knowledge Synthesis projects

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• A degree from an accredited Master’s level program in library and information studies
• Demonstrated commitment to the values of inclusivity, diversity, equity, anti-racism and accessibility
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a diverse workload
• Strong service orientation and demonstrated ability to work creatively and effectively with faculty, staff, and students
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively as a member of a team
• Knowledge of best practices in teaching

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in the provision of services such as reference and research support, collection building, and liaison work for academic and research communities
• Academic background in the sciences or engineering or equivalent work experience in these subject areas
• Experience in hiring, training, and mentoring staff
• Experience teaching
• Knowledge of best practices in research data management and knowledge synthesis supports
• Awareness of issues related to open access publishing

Salary and Terms of Appointment:

It is anticipated that this position will be filled at the Librarian I or II level, subject to review and experience. Minimum salary: LIB I: $76,403; LIB II: $79,720 (Salary is dependent on rank at hire and qualifications). This is a contractually-limited term appointment until January 31, 2025.

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. Engineering] 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 November 12, 2023.

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

Diversity Statements

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

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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