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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
816-235-1531
or submit via e-mail to [log in to unmask].
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.