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AST/ASO UNIV LIBRARIAN |
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Job Description: |
JOB SUMMARY The George A. Smathers Libraries at the University of Florida seek a collaborative, curious and knowledgeable colleague to lead the Baldwin Library of Historical Children's Literature. The Curator of the Baldwin Library of Historical Children’s Literature is a year-round (12 month) tenure track library faculty position, which will lead a preeminent collection known for its exceptional breadth and depth in Anglo-American holdings. The Baldwin Library supports emerging scholarship by actively diversifying its holdings and applying a critical lens to collections and activities. The Curator oversees major endowment funds supporting collection development and programming, including speaker series and research fellowships. The Curator manages materials and access, from acquisition to cataloging and digitization, and engages the UF campus and beyond through instruction, exhibits, collection promotion, and collaboration on projects and work groups. The Curator deepens and expands support for the study of children’s literature and interdisciplinary topics, and engages with faculty, students, and the Center for Children’s Literature and Culture . The Curator oversees fellowship programs which support the research of scholars, librarians and educators in the Baldwin Library, and serves as a bridge between public and academic librarians through the Louise Seaman Bechtel Fellowship . The Libraries encourage faculty and staff participation in reaching management decisions, and consequently the Curator of the Baldwin Library will serve on various committees and teams. The Curator will pursue professional development opportunities, including research, publication, and professional service activities to meet library-wide criteria for tenure and promotion. The Smathers Libraries is committed to creating a thoughtful, equitable, and inclusive culture that provides space for innovation and creativity. We support that commitment by offering a fulfilling work experience that allows for collaboration, growth, and development as well as shared perspectives. RESPONSIBILITIES The Curator will establish an inclusive vision for the Baldwin Library of Historical Children’s Literature, skillfully managing and developing collections, services and programs, with support from colleagues and resources in the department and across the Libraries.
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Expected Salary: |
Minimum salary $59,219 at the Assistant University Librarian rank Minimum salary $68,495 at the Associate University Librarian rank Actual salary will reflect selected professional’s experience and credentials |
Minimum Requirements: |
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Preferred Qualifications: |
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Special Instructions to Applicants: |
To apply, submit
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. |
Health Assessment Required: | No |
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