Librarian I or II, Owens Library and Resource Center Manager

Inside Higher Ed; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development allotment

Job summary

A higher education organization is seeking a Librarian I or II to manage the Owens Library and Resource Center. Responsibilities include leading acquisitions, overseeing procurement, and collaborating with faculty. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant master's degree and possess experience in library management. This full-time position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Relevant terminal degree required.
• Experience in library or archival processes preferred.
• Capability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Lead acquisitions within OLRC, overseeing procurement of materials.
• Develop training workshops on acquisition processes.
• Supervise and mentor staff.

Skills

Knowledge of Integrated Library Management Systems

Project management

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel/Power BI)

Job description

Overview

Librarian I or II, Owens Library and Resource Center Manager

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Responsibilities

• Leads and manages acquisitions activities within OLRC, overseeing the procurement of materials in various formats, such as print and digital books, monographic series, streaming video, and other resources.
• Designs and implements effective workflows incorporating current technologies and standards.
• Applies knowledge of professional best practices while staying current with trends in acquisitions, scholarly publishing, and academic librarianship, adapting strategies as needed.
• Supports collections budget management by maintaining accurate acquisitions data and ensuring responsible resource stewardship.
• Assists with fiscal transactions related to the budget and develops expenditure data to inform collection development decisions.
• In collaboration with CED faculty, staff, and leadership, hires, trains, and evaluates student employees while coordinating workflows and ensuring clarity of responsibilities.
• Sets performance goals aligned with Library objectives and communicates them effectively.
• Develops training workshops on acquisition processes for team members and other library staff.
• Collaborates with vendors and publishers to negotiate favorable terms with regard to price, accessibility, and more. Fosters strong working relationships.
• Resolves issues related to orders, receiving, and payments with vendors.
• Works closely and collaboratively with Collections Coordinators, User Services, Cataloging, Discovery and Digital Services, the Special Collections Library, and other library departments, demonstrating flexibility and cooperation.
• Engages in library-wide planning and governance, contributing effectively to a collaborative decision-making environment.
• Pursues research and scholarly endeavors to advance knowledge and contribute to the field. Participates in relevant local, national, and state-wide professional organizations.

Additional Duties

• Integrate graduate assistants into the ORLC library workflows; assign projects; train students and support staff on ORLC processes; oversee collection and services; maintain collection policy and scope.
• Provide front-line reference/research assistance, develop programs, etc.; select and purchase new materials based on input from the CED community; review and deselect materials; be the point of contact for book donations and disposition of items.
• Create book displays and promotions; curate small exhibits in the ORLC display cases; collaborate with faculty to prioritize and assess collections for digitization and set workflows; pursue grants and other funding for digitization staffing.
• Coordinate with Digital Library of Georgia and Athenaeum and CED Technology Services.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: A relevant terminal degree, such as a Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA), Master of Historic Preservation (MHP), or Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), is required.
• Position Summary: The CED Librarian directs the Owens Library and Resource Center (OLRC) in a collaborative environment with library and IT staff.
• Physical Demands: Typical office setting; lifting up to 20 lbs — books.
• Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes
• Security/Access: This position has security access.
• Background and Credit: Background check required; credit check may be required for positions with financial responsibilities.
• Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Includes knowledge of Integrated Library Management Systems (e.g., ExLibris Alma, FOLIO), metadata standards, Microsoft Office (Excel/Power BI), open access trends, and project management.

Experience and Competitive Details

• Background in library or archival processes, management of projects, customer service, and related disciplines within the College of Environment and Design.
• Ability to supervise and mentor staff; capability to work independently and collaboratively; strong attention to detail.
• Salary ranges at 75% time: approximately $45,000-$52,500. UGA librarians are non-tenured faculty with a professional development allotment and comprehensive benefits.

Application Instructions

Special Instructions To Applicants: Attach a 1-2 page letter of interest, a complete CV, a writing sample, and the names, titles, and contact information of three professional references. Preference is given to materials submitted by August 30, 2025; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Additional Information

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. More details on USG core values and policies are available online.