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Librarian II Research, Learning, and User Support

Employer
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Location
Wisconsin, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Dec 15, 2021

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Librarian II Research, Learning, and User Support

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee


Position Number: 01433725

Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
As Wisconsin’s only public urban research university, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has established an international reputation for excellence in research, community engagement, teaching and entrepreneurism. Designated an R1 research institution, UWM educates more than 26,000 students and is an engine for innovation in southeastern Wisconsin.

The UWM Libraries—Golda Meir Library on the Milwaukee campus and two branches, UWM at Waukesha Library and UWM at Washington County Library—advance the campus mission by providing access to holdings of more than 5.4 million physical items, 200,000 e-books, and 142,000 digital serials.

The UWM at Washington County Library supports the teaching, learning, and research needs of students pursuing a two-year associate degree or preparing themselves for further education. For more information about the UWM at Washington County Library: https://uwm.edu/libraries/washington/

The UWM Libraries value diversity in all of its forms, including who we are, how we think, and what we do. We strive to create a sense of belonging for all people, including those who have been historically underrepresented at UWM.



Job Summary
This position, located at the UWM at Washington County branch library in West Bend, WI, provides a wide variety of advanced professional library services which includes teaching, learning, public services, circulation, assessment, reference, selection and collection management, and outreach to support creative exploration, intellectual growth, and scholarly pursuits. Provides day-to-day oversight of branch library operations and supervises one paraprofessional staff member. Serves as a resource to others and regularly solves complex problems based on advanced knowledge and expertise. Initiates process improvements, policy changes, and new initiatives to contribute towards continual improvement in services and operations at the Washington County Library. Reports to the Library Associate Director for the Branch Libraries and coordinates collections management and access services responsibilities with relevant UWM Libraries staff.

Salary: This position comes with a competitive salary and benefit package. The starting salary is $48,870. Benefit summary: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl21.pdf


Minimum Qualifications
  • Master’s of Library Science/Master’s of Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution
  • One year of professional library experience relevant to this position


Preferred Qualifications
  • Academic library experience
  • Experience teaching with the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and with a team in a collaborative environment
  • Collection management experience
  • Supervisory experience
  • Excellent organizational, problem solving, and communication skills


Application Instructions
Completed application materials must include a cover letter addressing the minimum and preferred qualifications for the position as listed above, a resume, and a document containing three professional references (phone number, email address, etc.).

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether he/she meets any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. This is a continuous recruitment. Review of applications will begin on January 29, 2022. Applications received after January 28, 2022 may not receive consideration.

Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

Legal Notices AA/EO Statement

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodations

UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.

Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Title and Total Compensation Project

The University of Wisconsin System is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change in 2021. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/33370




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