UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN

JOHN E. ROBBINS LIBRARY

Brandon University is a leader in providing high quality education to over
3,500 full-and part-time students in arts, sciences, education, music, and
health studies. Based in southwestern Manitoba, Brandon University also
offers pre-professional and Masters programs, as well as innovative and
award-winning outreach programs in a personalized learning environment.

Duties:
The new University Librarian will be an experienced and dynamic leader.
His/her commitment to the modern university library as a student-centered
research environment with a crucial role to play in student retention will
inspire professional librarians and library staff to deliver an excellent
educational experience to students. She/he will promote innovation in all
aspects of the library's key functions. The University Librarian will
strengthen the additional key role of the library in supporting faculty and
graduate student research. The successful candidate will continue to raise
the profile of the library within the university and with external
constituencies. She/he will support and sustain the existing cohesive,
collegial and dynamic work environment. Reporting to the Vice-President
(Academic and Research), the University Librarian serves as a member of the
senior administrative team, is a member of the Senate and the President's
Administrative Council. The ideal candidate will be a respected professional
librarian eligible for a senior, tenured appointment.

Qualifications:
MLS/MLIS or equivalent is required (Ph.D. preferred) and at least 5 years
relevant experience.

Application Deadline: January 31, 2011 or until position is filled.

Start Date: July 1, 2011.

Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Please send a letter of application, a CV and the names/addresses of three
references to:

Dr. Scott Grills
Vice-President (Academic & Research)
Brandon University
270-18th Street
Brandon, Manitoba
Canada R7A 6A9
Fax: (204) 728-340
Ph : (204) 727-7455
e-mail: vp_ar@brandonu.ca

Start Date: July 1st, 2011 or upon the availability of the successful
candidate.

Term of Appointment: Five years (renewable).

We thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this
position and advise that only candidates selected for interviews will be
contacted. Short-listed candidates are expected to provide credentials at
time of interview. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however
Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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