Librarian Assistant/Associate Professor- Special Collections

Augusta University

Job Summary
Job ID: 252041
Position #: 20011196

The Augusta University Libraries is seeking a Librarian Assistant or Associate Professor- Special Collections to create, develop and enhance our programs that encourage the use of primary resources in teaching and scholarship. Reporting to the Director of Collections and Resource Strategies, the selected candidate is charged with developing an intentional and strategic enhancement of existing special collections and scholarship, working with two distinctive collections housed at the Reese Library and Historical Collections and Archives at the Greenblatt Library. The selected candidate will oversee two staff members with responsibilities for processing collections and providing services, programming, and outreach to the university and metropolitan communities. This is a non-tenure track position.

Existing collections at the Greenblatt Library have known strengths in the history of the health sciences, manuscripts, archives and historical materials of the Medical College of Georgia, the 19th century rare book library of MCG, and significant holdings of British and American medical literature. The Reese library holds records about the history of Augusta University and the Augusta Arsenal, the University System of Georgia and the local area, including collections about the 1970 riots, oral histories and unprocessed Pilgrim Papers. Collections also include a partnership with the Augusta Historical Society, Center for the Study of Georgia History, and Guard House Museum. A successful candidate will be creative, collaborative, compassionate, and have a demonstrated commitment to an inclusive and strategic approach to developing a Special Collections program ‘like no other.'


Responsibilities

Operational and programmatic responsibilities for the Reese Library Special Collections and Greenblatt Library Historical Collections and Archives.

Development of a suite of robust services that meet and exceed the teaching and research needs of the Summerville and Health Sciences Campus communities.

Provide support, services, and research assistance for visiting scholars.

Identification, development, and enhancement of collection areas of strength to support current and future teaching and research needs.

Collaboration and partnerships with cultural institutions at the regional and state levels to enhance and promote usage of AU Libraries' distinctive collections and archives.

Active partnership with Library Development Director and other campus stakeholders to enhance existing collections through gifts and endowments.

Development of successful programs that engage the campus and metropolitan communities.

Enhancement of digitization and exhibition programs of primary resources at the AU Libraries.

Required Qualifications
American Library Association Accredited Master's degree in Library Science, Archives, Museum Studies or Public Administration

Experience working in special collections and/or archives. Demonstrated knowledge of archival practices, Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS), 2nd edition, and Encoded Archival Description (EAD).

4 years of relevant experience in a Special Collections or Archives

Demonstrated success in inclusive and diverse approaches to the discovery, promotion and use of primary resources

Demonstrated experience in supervising, evaluating, and mentoring employees

Demonstrated success in fostering and developing collaborations and partnerships with partners outside of the organization

Demonstrated success at program creation and development with special collections materials.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both orally and through writing

Knowledge of digitization programs and development

Knowledge of grant writing

Assistant Professor - Early level career as a faculty member with 3-5 years of experience

Associate Professor- Mid level career faculty member with at least five years at rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation;

Evidence of ability as a teacher;

Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;

Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,

Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

Record of successful grant application and administration

Knowledge of exhibition programs

Knowledge of preservation programs

Shift/Salary/Benefits
This position is fiscal year based and works year-round.

The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.

Salary: 71,000 - 95,000 annually. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Guidelines: https://www.augusta.edu/hr/faculty-support-ser/procedures/augusta_university_promotion_tenure_guidelines_feb_2020.pdf

College/Department Information
Under the new leadership of the Inaugural Dean of Libraries and comprised of the Reese Library and Greenblatt Health Sciences Library, the Augusta University Libraries are on an exciting growth trajectory to meet and exceed the aspirational imperatives of Augusta University. The Libraries lead the organization in providing comprehensive resources and services in support of the education, research and scholarship, clinical care, and outreach and economic development strategic focus areas of our research university and academic medical center.

About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 9,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.

Location
Augusta University
Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Please upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, etc., as one document.

Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

To apply, please visit: https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=252041&PostingSeq=1



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