Common Book Librarian

2 weeks ago

Lawrence KS United States The University of Kansas Full time
Position OverviewThe University of Kansas (KU) Libraries invites applications for a tenure-track librarian to join the faculty. The Common Book Librarian will direct and grow the established KU Reads program, in a team-based environment.
One of the three goals of KU Libraries Strategic Plan is to "forge partnerships and experiences that equip students as engaged, critical thinkers who thrive in the classroom and beyond." The Common Book Librarian plays a key role in advancing this objective by directing the KU Reads program to meet its goals to build community among students, faculty, and staff; encourage intellectual engagement through reading, discussion, curriculum, and events; and create a shared conversation about topics and issues of significance in today's world. The Common Book Librarian will coordinate with Academic Affairs to integrate the Common Book into curricular opportunities, and will coordinate with the Libraries, the Hall Center for the Humanities , and other campus units to design and plan co-curricular events. This position will lead the KU Reads Advisory Board, and guide the Common Book Selection Committee in identifying interdisciplinary questions and grand challenge facing the KU local and global communities in order to facilitate the selection of a book each year. The Common Book Librarian will also coordinate and facilitate an annual assessment of the KU Reads program to be shared with planning partners and the Office of the Provost.
The Common Book Librarian is a member of the Research & Learning department at KU Libraries and reports to the Head of the Center for Undergraduate Initiatives and Engagement. As a member of the Center for Undergraduate Initiatives and Engagement, this position contributes to student success and retention efforts by enhancing and promoting library services, resources, and spaces. This position works closely with colleagues in the libraries' Research Engagement Division and beyond to accomplish shared goals, and works to strategically address the libraries' priorities. The successful candidate will engage and support all undergraduate students, and actively contribute to the advancement of undergraduate initiatives at the University of Kansas.

KU's excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate, and support each other's success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.
This is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position. Rank considerations are based on professional performance, research, and service experience sufficient to qualify for appointment at the rank of Assistant Librarian or Associate Librarian. Startup funds and annual development funds are provided to tenure-track faculty to support scholarly activities.
See the Libraries Criteria for Academic Ranks document:
Additional information about the Libraries promotion and tenure procedures can be found at the following website: Job DescriptionProfessional Responsibilities 70%
  • Lead the KU Reads Advisory Board, provide guidance to the Common Book Selection Committee, provide oversight of the nomination and selection processes, and administer the expenditure of the Common Book budget to ensure the purchase of books and publicity materials.
  • Build and maintain a timeline for nominations, selection processes, and events in connection with the KU Reads program.
  • Work closely with campus partners at both KU Lawrence and Edwards campuses to design both curricular and co-curricular opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to engage with each year's Common Book selection.
  • Complete an annual assessment of the KU Reads program and incorporate lessons learned with a focus on continuous improvement of the program.
  • Works as a member of the Libraries' Center for Undergraduate Initiatives and Engagement including participation in campus orientations and new student events, and the development of engaging programming for undergraduate students that grow information literacy skills and promote library services, spaces, and resources.
  • In collaboration with colleagues, supports researcher needs through consultations and training across disciplines. Responds to instructional and research needs across disciplines as part of the Research & Learning team. The librarian promotes the integration of information literacy into the curriculum, measures student learning outcomes, and assesses programming in support of student success.
  • Works collaboratively as a member of project teams and other groups to advance the libraries' strategic priorities. Fosters a highly collegial, collaborative, and open environment that supports colleagues and productive change.
Research 20%:
  • Contributes to the profession's collective knowledge by engaging in scholarly research activity. Research may involve the publication of articles, books, book reviews, grant-supported inquiry, or editorial work (see Discipline Expectations for Librarians at KU , July 2014).
Service 10%:
  • Engages in service to the Libraries, the University and to professional organizations by participating in committee work, projects, and other contributory achievements.
Required Qualifications
  1. ALA-accredited master's degree in Library/Information Science or equivalent from a foreign institution by time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications
  1. Experience leading a community reading program.
  2. Experience developing, organizing, and planning programming and events.
  3. Evidence of building and sustaining collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, and students to advance student success initiatives.
  4. Experience with instructional design and/or assignment design and/or curriculum design.
  5. Experience delivering information literacy instruction and/or library programming that supports student learning and success.
  6. Knowledge of, and experience with, assessment techniques used to evaluate the effectiveness of student programming.
  7. Experience with meeting facilitation.
  8. Effective written and oral communication skills as demonstrated by the candidate's application materials, other examples of written work and/or publications, and public speaking/presentation experience.
Additional Candidate InstructionsApplicants should attach a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references to this online application. Please use your cover letter to address how you meet the required and preferred qualifications. An online application must be completed to be considered for this position.
  • Application review begins Monday, September 16, 2024. For consideration, please apply by the review date.
Contact Information to ApplicantsTonia Morgan
Salary RangeMinimium salary $60,000, final determination commensurate with experienceApplication Review BeginsMonday September 16, 2024Anticipated Start DateMonday January 6, 2025 Apply to Job

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