UAMS Library - Associate Director/Faculty

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

Department's Website:

• ALA-accredited master's degree in library/information science.

• Seven (7) years of professional experience in an academic and/or health sciences library.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to be flexible and creative in response to changing needs and priorities.

• Adept at collaborating with a broad range of faculty, staff, and students.

• Demonstrated commitment to embracing diverse backgrounds, values, and points of view, and supporting an inclusive educational and employment environment.

• Strong understanding of academic library standards, policies, and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education and/or experience in life sciences.

• Knowledge of health sciences information resources to support medical education, scholarship, and patient care.

• Strong user-focused public services orientation.

• Familiarity with electronic resource licensing, library management systems, and related technologies.

• Experience with applications that support or enhance online learning environments (e.g. LibGuides).

Responsibilities:

• Manages and coordinates the daily operations of the libraries' resources, facilities, and services.

• Supervises staff members in Access Services, Interlibrary Loan, and IT support.

• Serves as acting director in the director's absence.

• Coordinates the format review and processing of dissertations and interacts with the graduate school, colleges, and registrar's office.

• Provides support for the virtual bookstore by assisting faculty/students with book adoptions while serving as a liaison with the registrar's office.

• Collaborates and provides support to the Education and Research Services' team to ensure a positive user experience with electronic resources, ILS, and link resolver.

• Assists in the assessment and development of long-range planning for resources and services.

• Participates in the development and review of library policies and procedures.

• Aids branding, marketing, and promotion of library services and programs.

• Coordinates the collection and reporting of library statistics to regional and national agencies.

• Commitment to continuing professional development, scholarly activity, and professional service.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.