THE UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA LIBRARIES
Head, Sciences and Technology Library

The University of Manitoba Libraries seeks a dynamic, highly-motivated person for the  position of Head, Sciences and Technology Library to begin August 1, 2010, or as soon as  possible thereafter. This position normally has a two year probationary period and the  salary and the rank (Assistant/Associate) are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in library and/or information studies from an ALA accredited or equivalent institution;

• At least 5 years’ library experience;

• Supervisory and management experience;

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of best practices, current issues, and trends in academic libraries;

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Candidates with the following qualifications will be preferred:

• Undergraduate degree in the sciences;

• Experience in the areas of reference service, information literacy and collection management.

Reporting to the Director of Libraries, the Head of the Sciences and Technology Library is responsible for the operations of that Library and its satellites, the Donald W. Craik Engineering Library and the William R. Newman Library (Agriculture), in a manner that meets the needs of faculty and students, and reflects the goals of the University and the Libraries. A more detailed position description is available at:
http://umanitoba.ca/libraries/directors_office/images/Head_Science_Library.pdf

The University of Manitoba Libraries (http://www.umanitoba.ca/libraries/) consists of eight unit libraries and ten satellite information centres located on the Fort Garry and Bannatyne Campuses and at seven Winnipeg hospitals. With collections of over 2 million volumes, an annual operating budget of over 24 million dollars and a staff of approximately 275 employees, the Libraries serves a community of approximately 38,000 students, faculty and citizen borrowers.

Winnipeg (http://www.winnipeg.ca/) is the vibrant, creative capital of Manitoba, right at the geographical centre of Canada and North America. A mid-sized city of 700,000 culturally diverse people, Winnipeg offers a community with a cosmopolitan, international flair as well as a warm, welcoming spirit. A variety of arts, culture, sports, recreation and entertainment is available to satisfy every taste; and within an easy drive of the city there are lakes, beaches and pristine wilderness areas.

Librarians enjoy academic status and are appointed to one of four ranks: General, Assistant, Associate and Librarian, with possibility of promotion.

The University of Manitoba encourages applications from qualified women and men, including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applicants should submit their application referring to Positions BX491/BX489 including a curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including phone, e-mail address and fax numbers) of three references to the address below.

Ms Karen Adams
Director of Libraries
The University of Manitoba Libraries
Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2
Karen_Adams@umanitoba.ca

The deadline for receipt of applications is April 23, 2010.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of “The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitaes may be provided to participating members of the search process.