Contracts & Information Policy Administrator (7380U), Library Administration - 7

Contracts & Information Policy Administrator (7380U), Library Administration - 74842 About BerkeleyAt the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value.We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , Principles of Community , and Strategic Plan .Departmental OverviewThe Library comprises 20 campus libraries, with a collection of nearly 13 million circulating volumes, almost 1.5 million e-books, subscriptions to over 130,000 journals and periodicals, and about 200 million items in its special collections, including rare materials held by The Bancroft Library, the C. V. Starr East Asian Library, the Bioscience, Natural Resources & Public Health Library, the Music Library, and the Anthropology Library. The UC Berkeley Library actively partners with the other nine UC campuses and the systemwide California Digital Library. The Library has an operating budget of about $62 million with approximately 325 full-time employees and 600 student employees.The office of Scholarly Communication & Information Policy within the Library helps scholars navigate the shifting publishing, intellectual property, and information policy landscapes in ways that promote research dissemination, accessibility, and impact.Position SummaryThe Library of the University of California, Berkeley (Library) seeks a creative, collaborative, and diligent individual to analyze and provide guidance on Library contracts and information policy issues and processes-including for electronic resources, special collections gifts and asset purchase agreements, digitization projects, and publishing agreements. This role will serve a critical function in complex contract analysis and drafting, as well as providing information policy guidance to maximize benefit for campus scholarship, teaching, and research. Working closely under the supervision of the Scholarly Communication & Information Policy office, and collaborating with the Library's Acquisitions and the Electronic Resources Units, Licensing Team, Digital Lifecycle Program, Special Collections libraries, and campus counsel, the Contracts and Information Policy Administrator will : Engage with stakeholders to review, negotiate, and draft complex agreements, and provide related information policy guidance (e.g. matters of copyright, privacy, and ethics).Enhance and streamline Library contracting processes, while ensuring Library compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and policies.Application Review DateThe First Review Date for this job is : 12 / 23 / 2024. For full consideration please apply by 1 / 17 / 2025.ResponsibilitiesReview and Draft Agreements : Prepare, review, and draft complex agreements, including special collections gifts, asset purchases, publishing, and digitization agreements, to support the Library's scholarly and research mission.Contract Negotiation and Stakeholder Engagement : Engage with stakeholders, including donors, publishers, vendors, and campus departments, to review and negotiate terms that align with Library and campus policies.Information Policy Guidance : Provide expert guidance on information policy matters such as copyright, privacy, and ethics to ensure compliance and maximize benefits for campus scholarship, teaching, and research.Compliance and Risk Management : Ensure Library agreements comply with relevant laws, regulations, and University policies.Process Improvement for Contracting : Collaborate with Library units and campus counsel to streamline contracting processes.Required QualificationsThorough knowledge of contracts law and information policy principles.Strong knowledge of state and federal statutes and regulations and general contract terms.Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.Preferred QualificationsAdvanced degree in law (Juris Doctor) and / or equivalent experience / training.Salary & BenefitsThis is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) exempt career position, which is paid monthly and eligible for UC Benefits.The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $92,000.00 - $110,000.00.How to ApplyTo apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.Other InformationThis is not a visa opportunity.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of California is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary : $92,000 - $110,000