Hi all,
I’ll be posting this to several lists. Please forgive duplication. If you’d like a copy of the longer version of this ad, please write me directly (email address below).
Collection Development Librarian
Western Carolina University's Hunter Library seeks a Collection Development Librarian to play a key role in both the assessment of the Hunter Library’s collection strategies and the maintenance of the collection itself. This position will
articulate the direction, balance and emphasis of all collections, as well as formulate and update policies. The Collection Development Librarian will coordinate and support the work of the liaisons to academic departments in their efforts to develop collections
in their areas, and will direct the work of 1 support staff. The Collection Development Librarian analyzes collection growth, usage, material costs, expenditures, etc., in an effort to inform decisions regarding the library’s collections, to project budgetary
needs, and to develop collection strategies. This position works collaboratively with library colleagues to holistically assess the library collections, to identify its strengths and weaknesses, and to create a regular collection review schedule. This position
will also work with the teaching faculty and library liaisons who are planning new programs or courses or preparing for accreditation visits. Other duties include collection maintenance and weeding; monitoring publishing trends in all formats; and evaluating
new resource requests and trials. This librarian will play a key role in coordinating major cancellation projects and spending one-time, end-of-year funds. The successful candidate will be professionally engaged, forward-thinking, collaborative, and up to
the challenge of providing necessary resources for a variety of programs, including online and distance education initiatives.
To learn more about the qualifications for and salary range of this position and about Hunter Library and Western Carolina University, access our online employment system at:
https://jobs.wcu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=53986.
Western Carolina University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment. Final candidates for employment are subject to a criminal background
check. All new employees are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Katy G.
Katy Ginanni, Acquisitions Librarian & Asst Professor
Hunter Library
Western Carolina University
176 Central Drive
Cullowhee, NC 28723
828-227-3729 office
library.wcu.edu