The University of Pennsylvania Libraries is seeking a *Coordinator of
Humanities Collections & Humanities Librarian* to lead the collection
development and management activities for the academic departments and
interdisciplinary programs designated as "Humanities" at Penn.
Responsibilities:
- Optimizing resource allocation for humanities collections
- Developing and implementing best practices, priorities, and policies for
humanities collections in the framework of university- and library-wide
strategic plans
- Managing the Libraries' major European approval plans
- Serving as the primary bibliographer and liaison for constituents of
selected humanities departments
- Serving as an adviser and advocate for digital humanities and scholarly
communication initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Graduate degree in the humanities and MLS or the equivalent combination in
experience, training, and practice is required.
- Proficiency in at least two European languages.
- At least 5 years of experience in an academic or research institution
- Demonstrated knowledge of scholarly research resources, disciplinary
issues and publishing trends in the humanities
- Evidence of innovative approaches to collection development, management
and assessment
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively within a
collegial framework across departments ranging from technical services and
information processing to public services and resource-sharing
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
To view complete position descriptions and to apply, please visit
http://www.hr.upenn.edu/jobs (Job Reference #080524709)
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