From: "Elizabeth E. Kirk" <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Mon, 7 Dec 2015 14:57:43 +0000

All,

This search has been reopened. The position really does have the
potential to be game-changing as the partnership includes some of the
largest ARL libraries—libraries upon which the entire scholarly
community relies to ensure the ongoing collection of the full breadth
of the scholarly record. The DCI will help us do that rationally,
effectively, and efficiently. And will work with a group of highly
motivated peers within the partnership.

Please send your nominations to me or Janet Adami
([log in to unmask]) and please send this job ad to good potential
candidates.

Thanks so very much,
Eliz

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Ivy Plus Libraries, Director of Collections Initiatives
Associate University Librarian
Yale University
New Haven, CT
Requisition:  35052BR
www.yale.edu/jobs

Position Focus: The Ivy Plus Libraries (Brown, Chicago, Columbia,
Cornell, Dartmouth, Duke, Harvard, Johns Hopkins, MIT, Princeton,
University of Pennsylvania, Stanford, and Yale), comprising some of
the greatest library collections in the world, seek an experienced,
enthusiastic, and imaginative leader to plan, implement, and oversee
new collaborative collections initiatives which will further integrate
the vast riches of our collective collection while also expanding the
breadth and depth of resources available, in any format and for
scholars of today and tomorrow.

The Director of Collections Initiatives serves as the principal
planner, project manager, and negotiator for initiatives that promise
substantial positive impacts in the development, management, and use
of collections in any format. Although this senior-level position
reports to the Yale’s University Librarian, it is the Ivy Plus
Collection Development Group, especially its Executive Committee,
which will partner with and guide the Director of Collections
Initiatives to develop, implement, and assess efforts ranging from
shared print storage capability to digital preservation, drawing on
the unparalleled strengths of both the staff and the collections of
the Ivy Plus institutions.

The Director of Collections Initiatives assists or leads program
planning, project management, and coordination of key collaborative
initiatives. This position requires an experienced collections
specialist who understands the contemporary research collections
landscape in all of its complexity and whose leadership style is at
once deft, decisive, and diplomatic.

There is the potential to work remotely, if operational needs allow.
Travel will be required, and may include some overnight trips.

 This full-time position has an initial three-year appointment, with
continuation possible.

 Principal Responsibilities:

·       In conjunction with the Ivy Plus Collection Development Group
and the Ivy Plus University Librarians, develops and coordinates
implementation of projects defined by the group. The level of direct
oversight may vary by project.

·       Negotiates contracts and agreements for shared electronic
information resources, shared services, and other relevant
initiatives. Coordinates decision-making among member institutions, as
well as NERL and other purchasing/licensing cooperatives, for
purchases/licenses as needed.

·       Using existing (e.g., Penn Data Farm/MetriDoc) and new tools,
tracks usage of the collective collection, project costs or costs
savings, and other relevant metrics.  Analyzes patterns, and reports
trends to the Ivy Plus Collection Development Group.  Develops and
presents recommendations based on analyses.

·       Participates on the Ivy Plus Collection Development Group and
Executive Committee (ex-officio) and represents the group’s interests
and perspectives to third parties as appropriate.

·       Leads or assists in the identification of, application for,
and the management of grants to support collaborative work.

·       Communicates effectively with University Librarians, senior
administrators, and librarians at member institutions, peer
institutions and consortia nationally, as well as with the vendor
community.

·       Monitors issues, trends and best practices in collection
development and management, particularly on a consortial level,
contributes to that dialogue on behalf of the partnership and makes
recommendations.

Required Education, Skills and Experience:

Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science from an
ALA-accredited library school or a post- graduate degree in a related
field and ten years of progressively responsible experience, five of
which should be in a leadership role in an academic or research
library or similar institution or an equivalent combination of
education and experience.

Demonstrably successful collection development and management
experience in a research library, library consortium, or information
resource vendor environment.

Knowledge of contemporary practices and trends for managing
collections of all kinds in research libraries.
Awareness of major trends in higher education, scholarship, and
research libraries.

Demonstrated aptitude for project management, and team leadership of
individuals and groups with direct responsibility for program
development and project management.  Significant experience in
developing collections involving multi-national sources.  Familiarity
with global information trade.

Experience with the acquisition and/or management of library
information resources. A record of active professional engagement
including professional presentations and publication.

Data analysis skills, including the ability to organize, present, and
analyze financial and usage data.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in an organizationally
complex and culturally diverse higher education setting.  Outstanding
oral and written communication skills.  Strong influencing skills.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively to
develop productive partnerships within/across organizations.
Effective ability in developing innovative processes and solutions
with a team-based approach.  Demonstrated leadership ability on a
national scale.


Preferred Education, Skills and Experience: Formal project management
training.  Financial management experience.  Grant development and
management experience.  A second master’s degree or Ph.D. in any
discipline.

The University and the Library:

The Yale University Library, as one of the world's leading research
libraries, collects, organizes, preserves, and provides access to and
services for a rich and unique record of human thought and creativity.
It fosters intellectual growth and supports the teaching and research
missions of Yale University and scholarly communities worldwide. A
distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including
around 12.8 million volumes and information in all media, ranging from
ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The
Library is engaging in numerous projects to expand access to its
physical and digital collections. Housed in eighteen buildings
including the Sterling Memorial Library, the Beinecke Rare Book and
Manuscript Library, and the Bass Library, it employs a dynamic and
diverse staff of approximately five hundred who offer innovative and
flexible services to library readers.  For additional information on
the Yale University Library, please visit the Library's web site at
www.library.yale.edu.

 Salary and Benefits:

We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and
excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great
workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for
meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is
among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices,
liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a
variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and
much more.

How to apply:  Review of applications will begin immediately and will
continue until the position is filled.  Applications, consisting of a
cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three
professional references should be submitted by applying online at
http://www.yale.edu/jobs. The STARS req. ID for this position is
35052BR.

AA/EEO – M/F/Disability/Veteran

Elizabeth E. Kirk
Associate Librarian for Information Resources
Dartmouth College
6025 Baker Library
Hanover, NH 03755
TEL: (603) 646-9929
FAX: (603) 646-3702