Dynamic urban academic library seeks innovative and knowledgeable leader
with strong public service orientation and experience with rare book,
manuscript, and sound recording collections for the position of Head of
Special Collections at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC)
University Libraries. Position reports to the Assistant Director for Public
Services and Special Collections and manages daily operations of the Kenneth
J. LaBudde Department of Special Collections, which includes the Marr Sound
Archives. In conjunction with the Assistant Director, is responsible for
donor relations and strategic planning for the department within the context
of the University Libraries' strategic plan. Set priorities for the
collections and its preservation, management and development of staff, and
management of digital initiatives. Works closely with faculty, students,
scholars and researchers to develop new teaching, learning and research
opportunities using the Special Collections as an integral part of the
overall library resources and services. Serves as a subject liaison for
assigned academic department(s). Successful candidate will have an
opportunity to participate in planning for a new expansion of the library
and integrated learning center.
The Special Collections at UMKC houses the Snyder Collection of Americana,
the Suzanne Statland Collection on Holocaust Studies, the Richard W. Bolling
Papers, the Truman Library's Student Research File, and a number of other
smaller collections. The department also offers marvelous research
opportunities in music history, especially American music history and the
history of American jazz. The Marr Sound Archives, a unit of the Special
Collections Department, holds over 290,000 sound recordings in formats that
include LPs, 78s, 45s, cylinders, transcription discs, instantaneous cut
discs and open-reel tapes. The focus of the collection is the American
experience as reflected in recorded sound. More information about the
Special Collections can be found at
http://www.umkc.edu/lib/spec-col/index.html.
UMKC is a comprehensive research university exemplifying the values of
education first, innovation, accountability, diversity, and collaboration.
See: (http://www.umkc.edu/aboutumkc/values.asp) In a large area of green
space and in Kansas City's research/cultural corridor, the campus is located
in the heart of one of America's most affordable and attractive cities.
Required Qualifications: Must have an ALA-accredited MLS, an additional
graduate degree, and a minimum 5 years progressively responsible rare book
and manuscript experience and knowledge of digital formats and standards.
Must have evidence of successful supervisory experience and the ability to
manage a department of eight staff. Must have excellent analytic, problem
solving skills; exceptional interpersonal skills; good oral and writing
communication skills; a strong commitment to public service. Must show
evidence of professional initiative, mature judgment; understanding of
scholarly research environment. Must be able to thrive in a team setting,
handle multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment, and operate
effectively in a diverse academic community. Potential for professional
growth, service activities in keeping with university and library
requirements for retention, promotion in non-tenure track appointment is
also required.
Preferred:Advanced degree in history and/or one of the humanities.
Grant-writing experience and donor relations. Experience in the development
of digital libraries.
Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience and
excellent retirement/benefits package.
Send letter of application, resume, names of three references to:
Bonnie Postlethwaite
Chair of Special Collections Librarian Search Committee
University Libraries Administrative Office
University of Missouri - Kansas City
5100 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, MO 64110
816-235-1531
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Application review extended and continues until position is filled.
See http://www.umkc.edu/lib/People/jobopenings.htm for additional openings.
UMKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.
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