Location: Vancouver, BC

Salary: $118,853 to $158,470 per annum

Employment Term: Full-time

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Emily Carr University of Art + Design is a school of students, faculty, thinkers and makers unlike any other. Established in 1925, we are the only specialized, accredited, public, post-secondary university in British Columbia solely devoted to education and research in the creative sector and its associated knowledge economy. We merge research, critical theory and studio practice in an interdisciplinary environment, strengthening our work by the integration of our personal and professional practices. Our strategy, facilities, partnerships and resources are intentionally student-centred to foster dialogue, expression and open connections in support of the next generation of creative and cultural leaders.

The University Librarian (UL) provides leadership, and develops goals, and a vision for the Library + Archives, in support of the strategic initiatives of the University. The UL is responsible for the overall administration, planning, and coordination of the Library + Archives. They provide direction for a wide array of functions, activities and policies that affect the successful activation, implementation and utilization of collections, services, facilities, and technology within the Library + Archives.

The UL is responsible for the supervision and evaluation of Library + Archives team members, in a unionized environment, and supports, advises, and mentors library supervisors.

This leadership role also holds responsibility as the University Copyright Officer and guides the creation and implementation of copyright policy and procedures while also providing copyright education for students, faculty, and staff.

The UL plays a significant part in the integration and representation of the Library + Archives within the Emily Carr community, the library community, and the creative and cultural community. The UL assumes a senior administrative position reporting directly to the Vice-President, Academic + Provost. Collaborative leadership with other senior administrators across diverse service and academic areas is integral to the success of the office of the University Librarian.

• Enrollment in a comprehensive benefits package, including Dental Coverage, Extended Health, Disability Coverage and Life Insurance.
• Membership in the College Pension Plan.
• Competitive Vacation and Professional Development benefits.

• Provide strategic leadership and management to the Library + Archives in the planning, coordination, policy development and evaluation of all Library services and foster strong collaborations and partnerships across campus.
• Effectively lead and manage the hiring, on-going professional development, training, supervision, evaluation, discipline, dismissal and grievance procedures and collective agreement administration for librarians and staff. Ensure successful day-to-day operation of the Library through effective deployment, supervision, engagement, and team building of librarians and staff.
• Act as primary University contact for external copyright organizations, including copyright collectives and licensing agencies.
• Manage the development and communication of copyright policies and procedures for the University.
• Work with relevant areas and departments across the University to deliver coordinated copyright information to staff, faculty, and students.
• Develop and administer the Library + Archives financial plan including the annual budget, resource allocation, expenditures and record keeping.
• With the librarians, develop an active program of library and research skills instruction for students and faculty. May also present lectures on library use and research methods as required.
• Ensure that the Library + Archives and related resources are effectively with programs and student-centered areas, including the Aboriginal Gathering Place.
• Promote collegial and participatory interaction, and fosters communication, between Library + Archives employees and with other University units.
• Serve on various University committees, including the University Senate, ensuring representation of and advocacy for the Library + Archives services, resources, and personnel within the Emily Carr community.
• Participate in related external organizations and establishes external collaborations with other post-secondary institutions to enhance patron service and resources; enhances the University’s profile and community participation through partnerships, association membership and other activities in the external committees.
• Proactively participate in consortia and cooperative activities with other colleges and universities pertaining to the library, archives, and academic support services.
• Participate through partnerships and association memberships with organizations such as the Art Libraries Society of North America (ARLIS/NA), Association of Independent Colleges of Art & Design (AICAD) and the Council of Post Secondary Library Directors (CPSLD).
• Proactively advance the values and goals outlined in ECU’s reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion commitments.
• Engage in relevant professional development activities.
• Assume additional responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Vice-President Academic + Provost.

• A Master’s degree in Library, Archives, or Information Studies from an accredited institution.
• An undergraduate and/or graduate degree in art, design, media, or related discipline.
• Minimum five years of working in progressive leadership roles in a comparable academic environment with a focus on art and design [or an equivalent combination of education and experience] progressive library responsibilities and leadership experience in a comparable academic environment with a focus on art and design.
• Experience in a leadership role in a unionized, public-sector setting including financial management, strategic and project planning, process improvement initiatives, decision-making, as well as achievement in the area of people and transformational leadership and collaboration.
• Demonstrated experience with financial planning and management, project planning, process improvement initiatives, and decision-making.
• A record of achievement in managing unionized library staff in a transformational and collaborative manner.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning including goal setting, implementation, and assessment.
• Proven ability to set goals, implement, and assess DEIA and Indigenization programs and initiatives.
• Demonstrated commitment to building and maintaining a network of professional connections, both internally and externally as well as a commitment to professional development activities.
• Ability to work with considerable independence as well as working productively and supportively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and a commitment to Emily Carr University’s mission, mandate, and strategic priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain exceptional staff.
• Ability to manage complex budgets and optimize cost-effectiveness in resource allocation and expenditures.
• Proven effectiveness and ability to work collaboratively and inclusively with a diverse student body, faculty, staff, and other internal and external contacts to coordinate initiatives across various constituencies.
• Exceptional change management facilitation skills and ability to respond well to working under pressure and to resolve complex issues in an effective manner.
• Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.
• Outstanding presentation, facilitation, and persuasion skills as well as strong judgment and professionalism.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and anti-racist practices in all aspects of leadership.

Emily Carr University especially invites those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized. These include women, persons with diverse gender expressions and identities, persons of all sexual orientations, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and First Nations, Metis, Inuit and Indigenous persons. All qualified people are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those short-listed will be contacted.