Library assistant Jobs in Cambridge ma

Category

Job Location

BOSTON, MA, United States

Tracking Code

24500773471203

Posted Date

12 / 3 / 2024

Salary Grade

Grade 49

Position Type

Full-Time / Regular

The Boston University Libraries seek a dynamic, service-oriented, collaborative leader for our Head of Research Services position, to lead the research services unit providing users with access to and engagement with the library’s distinctive and special collections. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Special Collections, this position will lead the creation of a user-focused environment that is positive, informative, and inclusive, aiming to build a global community of students, scholars, and the public who engage with special collections.

A key aspect of the role is to articulate and implement a team vision that centers equitable, consistent access in a supportive environment for all users. The Head of Research Services will :

• Program administration : Lead the Special Collections research services program, overseeing instruction, faculty and student engagement, and both onsite and remote reference services. Manage, coach, and develop a team comprising three archivists and one support staff member, field study interns, and student workers to deliver instruction and reference services.
• Reading room and reference services : Oversee researcher use of special collection materials, ensuring effective circulation of special collections materials. Deliver consistent reading room service hours to researchers, identifying and resolving operational and capacity gaps as needed in partnership with library administration. Enhance workflows and improve services for both onsite and remote researchers to ensure equitable access to collections.
• Instruction and pedagogical innovation : Oversee the planning, development, implementation, promotion, and assessment of both online and in-person instruction programs, including orientation, in-depth instruction, and research education sessions for students and faculty.
• Collaboration and professional practice : Collaborate in the broader professional academic library community. Pursue professional development and skills training to meet emerging and ongoing needs from the university community.

Required Skills

For consideration, please submit a cover letter, CV, and list of professional references. The libraries will begin review of candidate applications on January 13, 2025. This position will remain open until filled.

J-18808-Ljbffr