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Associate University Librarian, Strategy, Planning, and Assessment

201639

Position number: 201639

Type of position: Regular

Job Category: Librarian

Faculty: University of Ottawa Library

Division: Strategy, Planning, and Assessment

Union: As per article 3.1.3.1 e) of the APUO Collective Agreement, the successful candidate will be invited to be excluded from the bargaining unit during the term of their mandate as Associate University Librarian.

The University of Ottawa Library seeks an innovative, dynamic and service-oriented Associate University Librarian to lead its Strategy, Planning, and Assessment Division. In addition to a proven record of strength in several library operational areas, the successful candidate will be a creative and experienced leader, who works well with colleagues in a complex and changing environment.

The initial appointment will be for a 5-year mandate, with the possibility of renewal. In addition, the successful candidate will also be eligible for a continuing appointment.

Setting: The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the best universities in the country and the largest bilingual university (French and English) in the world. Located on the unceded territory of the Anishinabé-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes significantly to the economy, culture and quality of life of Canada’s Capital.

Title of the position: Associate University Librarian, Strategy, Planning, and Assessment

Duties:

Reporting to the University Librarian and Dean of Libraries, the Associate University Librarian (AUL) provides strategic and administrative leadership for functions in their assigned portfolio. While each AUL position is responsible and accountable for an assigned portfolio, all AULs are members of the Senior Leadership Team and have responsibility for adopting a holistic, library-wide view in terms of strategic planning, communication, and fostering an innovative work culture. They share responsibility and accountability for the strategic direction, leadership, and administration of the Library as a whole.

Together with the Library’s leadership team, the Associate University Librarian will foster an inclusive and accessible environment in the context of a university community that values and promotes principles of equity, diversity, accessibility, anti-racism and inclusion.

Functional divisions led by the Library’s Senior Leadership Team include Research Services, Learning and User Services, Content and Access, Strategy, Planning and Assessment, and Library Administration. Applicants should be aware that the portfolios can be expected to change over time to support the needs of the organization.

Portfolio:

The Strategy, Planning, and Assessment (SPA) division exists to support the Library as a whole, with a focus on fostering a strong planning and assessment culture that enables continuous improvement to services, evidence-based understanding of the effectiveness of Library programs and services, communications, and advancing library-wide strategic initiatives. This portfolio also includes the functions of fundraising/development, and academic staffing and labour relations.

Specific leadership responsibilities for the AUL within the SPA portfolio include:

Designing and developing transformative approaches to strengthen and support the planning and reporting function throughout the Library;
Advancing and facilitating Library-wide strategic initiatives and projects;
Designing and executing a strategic communication plan for the internal and external audiences of the Library;
Designing and implementing a fundraising and development program for the Library;
Managing the complex processes associated with academic staffing and the administration of the APUO collective agreement.
Terms: The initial appointment will be for a 5-year mandate, with the possibility of renewal. In addition, the successful candidate will also be eligible for a continuing appointment.

Wage: Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package which includes long term disability, basic group life insurance, supplementary health insurance, University of Ottawa Pension Plan, optional life insurance and reimbursement of relocation fees.

Location of work: Library, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5

Contact information: Talia Chung, University Librarian and Dean of Libraries, University of Ottawa Library, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5. biblio@uottawa.ca

Qualifications:

Education: A Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA accredited institution or equivalent.

Minimum of seven years of experience as a professional librarian or archivist demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility, including leadership and/or management experience, preferably in a unionized workplace
A proven record of strength in several library operational areas Knowledge of strategic trends impacting academic libraries, including services, collections, technologies, and spaces Understanding of the broader university governance context
Effective oral and written communication skills in both French & English
Highly collaborative and collegial, with the ability to participate in shared decision making
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective change strategies
Demonstrated ability to promote positive organizational culture, including the ability to engage, empower, and motivate people
Demonstrated commitment to the principles of inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism and accessibility
Demonstrated ability to advocate and promote library value
Demonstrated ability in project management and assessment methodologies
Demonstrated success using innovation and flexibility to address challenges
Application deadline: Friday, July 7th 2023

Applicants are requested to submit a curriculum vitae and cover letter, with their name in the document title.

The University of Ottawa Library thanks all those who apply. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.

According to government policy, all qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada.

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at vra.affairesprofessorales@uottawa.ca. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.

The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at vra.affairesprofessorales@uottawa.ca. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.