Collection Strategist Librarian, Stanford Law School

🔍 School of Law, Stanford, California, United States

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📁: Library

📅   : 2 days ago Post Date

📅   : 106183 Requisition #

NOTE: This position has been deemed critical/has specific funding, has been approved by the Law School for posting, and is exempt from the hiring freeze.

Stanford Law School’s Robert Crown Law Library seeks a collaborative and creative Collection Strategist Librarian to join the team. The Collection Strategist Librarian is responsible for management of the library’s interlibrary loan efforts, including, but not limited to: providing effective and efficient interlibrary loan service for patrons and other libraries; promoting within the SLS community the use of historical and unique materials held by other libraries; performing research to locate library materials requested; arranging loans of materials to and from other institutions, and coordinating returns materials to lending institution; interacting closely with other institutions, requiring knowledge of the interlibrary loan protocols and policies of other institutions; accountability for borrowed and lent materials. This position requires attention to detail and application of the latest trends in technology and library services.

The Collection Strategist Librarian also supports stewardship of the research collection, identifies historic gaps and areas for strategic growth, and explores non-custodial partnerships. Under the supervision of the Assistant Director for Access Services, the position coordinates collection development activities including overseeing the drafting and updating of the collection development policy and leading efforts to promote the diversification of research and collections. Responsible areas include selection, weeding, budgeting, accessibility and working with vendors.

The Collection Strategist Librarian will:

Actively participate in developing library policies, as well as facilitating collaboration between the Stanford Law Library and Stanford University Libraries with regard to collection development
Serve on library committees and stay current with developments at all Stanford University libraries
Collaborate with other library teams to interpret collections through exhibitions, publications and programming
Create associations with lending libraries, archives, publishers, and vendors
Review, maintain, and recommend development of new consortial partnerships or revisions to existing ones
Monitors library and publishing trends, best practices in collection management, and developments in the profession; shares knowledge and makes recommendations for improvements
Utilizes collection analysis tools and interlibrary loan (ILL) management systems, and leverages technological advancements in library services for high-level performance.
Creates collection reports to support collection management

This position also plays a critical role in connecting library patrons to collections. The Collection Strategist Librarian:

Manages interlibrary loan services and coordinates document delivery services of research materials
Supports faculty, students, and researchers seeking historical and archival legal materials, located both at Stanford and elsewhere
In conjunction with the Research & Instructional Services team, assists faculty, students, and researchers to make effective use of the Stanford library collections, particularly historical and archival legal materials
Represents the Robert Crown Law Library at professional conferences and stays informed about changes and trends in the field
Engages in other duties as assigned
May supervise staff

Required Qualifications

Strong verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team environment; excellent organizational, time-management, and analytical skills; and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other library departments and campus communities
Strong project management skills
Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and to meet inflexible deadlines
Experience with interlibrary loan services and systems
Experience with or demonstrated interest in collection weeding and shifting
Ability to demonstrate initiative and flexibility
Commitment to promoting community and belonging, and access in building, maintaining, and delivering library collections and services

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution or an equivalent degree
Experience working with historical or legal archival collections, including selection, analysis, and assessment
Familiarity with collection analysis tools and metrics
Engagement with emerging technologies and trends in digital humanities
Experience working on library or archival digitization projects
Demonstrated understanding or interest in intellectual property, copyright, and privacy issues as they relate to library collections
Experience supervising staff or student workers
Working knowledge of a foreign language

Working Conditions

May work extended hours, evenings and weekends.
Hybrid working arrangements may be available.

Work Standards

Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
Promote Culture of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Demonstrates sensitivity in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and a commitment to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty.
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

Why Stanford is for you:

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

The pay transparency range is: $81,546 to $98,456 per annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Note: The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Stanford Law School seeks to hire the best talent and to promote a safe and secure environment for all members of the university community and its property. To that end, new staff hires must successfully pass a background check prior to starting work at Stanford University.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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