Organization Name |
University of Calgary |
Job Title |
Indigenous Learning and Engagement Librarian, Libraries and Cultural Resources |
Job Type |
Full Time (Permanent / Tenure Track) |
Location |
Calgary, Alberta, Canada |
Posting Date |
04/16/2024 |
Application Deadline |
05/21/2024 |
Job Start Date (Expected): |
08/01/2024 |
Compensation |
$66,561.00 – $85,137.00 |
Target Audience |
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Job Category |
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Job Description |
We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta. The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.Description The University of Calgary (UCalgary), located in the heart of Southern Alberta, both acknowledges and pays tribute to the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7, which include the Blackfoot Confederacy (comprising of the Siksika, the Piikani, and the Kainai First Nations) as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda (including Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney First Nations). The university recognizes that the City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta (Districts 5 and 6). By virtue of the signing of Treaty 7 in 1877, the university recognizes that we are all treaty people. The City of Calgary is home to a culturally diverse community. Together, we share this land, strive to live together, learn together, walk together, and grow together “in a good way.”Libraries and Cultural Resources at the University of Calgary invites applications for a tenure track Indigenous Learning and Engagement Librarian position with responsibilities at the rank of Assistant Librarian. This is four-year, renewable tenure track appointment. The anticipated start is August 1, 2024. This recruitment, which was developed in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Act, is only open to qualified Indigenous scholars (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit). Candidates will be required to provide verifiable evidence of their Indigenous identity. Libraries and Cultural Resources (LCR) is a leader in the development of innovative information resources and services, locally, nationally and internationally. In a converged environment, it successfully incorporates the resources and services of libraries, institutional and research archives, rare books and special collections, art galleries, and a university press to provide outstanding support for scholarship, learning and the creation of knowledge. Position Responsibilities In addition to providing Indigenous research support to projects on campus, this position will deliver outreach support, instruction and services to students and faculty across campus. Assigned areas of focus and responsibilities will cover activities centred on learning and engagement. As an academic appointee, appropriate participation and involvement in scholarship, teaching and service is expected. The successful candidate will represent Libraries and Cultural Resources and work across the institution to engage and support various Indigenous initiatives and groups on campus. It will support the Indigenous Research Support Team in projects they are working towards as well as working closely with the Writing Symbols Lodge staff and students. The position will also have a traditional liaison subject assignment. The position will also work closely with our new LCR Indigenous Knowledge Subcommittee around developing initiatives and policy within the library. Responsibilities will include: Required Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Salary and Benefits |
Please include the public link to your posting if available |
https://careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/14228230-indigenous-learning-and-engagement-librarian-libraries-and-cultural-resources |
Application Process |
Application Procedure: To apply, please submit an application online via the `Apply Now’ link listed in UCalgary Careers posting. Please submit a letter of application addressing background and experience relevant to the position, a current curriculum vitae and contact information for three professional references, by May 21, 2024. Questions regarding this role can be sent to: Coordinator, Human Resources Libraries and Cultural Resources University of Calgary 2500 University Drive NW Calgary, AB T2N 1N4 or, by email to lcrhr@ucalgary.ca |
Any other important information? |
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (equity@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (hrhire@ucalgary.ca). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No) For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about Libraries and Cultural Resources, click here. About the University of Calgary About Calgary, Alberta Business and Work Location: 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4 |