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HEAD OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES AND PARDEE MANAGEMENT LIBRARY, University Libraries
Job Location
BOSTON, MA, United States
Tracking Code
24500053280805
Posted Date
1 / 2 / 2025
Salary Grade
Grade 49
Position Type
Full-Time / Regular
The Boston University Libraries seek a Head of Professional Studies and Pardee Management Library to serve a dual leadership role within the organization : (1) as the libraries’ engagement lead with BU’s academic programs in business, communication, education, social work and (2) as the head librarian for the Frederick S. Pardee Management Library, an embedded branch library located within the Questrom School of Business. Reporting to the University Librarian, the Head will oversee the work of three subject librarians in addition to the six Pardee Library staff to design and deliver excellent, disciplinarily appropriate library services.
The Head of Professional Studies and Pardee Management Library will :
- Actively engage supported research communities to learn about research needs and identify opportunities for new or expanded collections. Support comprehensive collection coverage through regular review of new materials and engagement with major publishers and vendors in the supported disciplines.
- Oversee, support, and inform the collection development and instructional activities of the subject librarians serving the academic research and teaching communities in education, communication, business, and social work.
- Provide leadership and direction for the Pardee Management Library. Establish policies, programs, and services to advance the BU Libraries priorities and strategic objectives.
- Collaborate in the broader professional academic library community. Pursue professional development and skills training to meet emerging and ongoing needs from the university community.
Required Skills
Preferred Qualifications
For consideration, please submit a cover letter, CV, and list of professional references. The libraries will begin review of candidate applications on September 13, 2024. This position will remain open until filled.
Working at Boston University Libraries
Boston University Libraries is a learning organization that supports BU librarians, archivists, and information and subject specialists seeking and sharing knowledge, practices, and perspectives that advance library collections services, and their own professional development.
Located in the heart of Boston, the BU Libraries are embedded in numerous vibrant regional and national library and information specialist networks.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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