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Posted: 20-Dec-24
Location: Hempstead, New York
Internal Number: 4973
About Hofstra:
At Hofstra University, intellectual curiosity is not just aspirational – it is central to how we engage on a daily basis. Hofstra faculty work within a diverse scholarly community committed to student success, intellectual discovery, free inquiry, inclusivity, and collaboration.
Enrolling more than 10,000 students, Hofstra offers students an array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs spanning the arts, humanities, sciences, business, engineering, law, health care, communications, and more.
Our accomplished faculty collaborate with students to explore interdisciplinary questions and produce innovative research that lays the foundation for future personal and professional success. With a beautiful campus in Hempstead, NY, Hofstra's location seamlessly merges the tranquility of coastal suburban living with the boundless opportunities of nearby New York City.
Hofstra University seeks candidates who will contribute to a supportive climate for students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.
Enrolling more than 10,000 students, Hofstra offers students an array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs spanning the arts, humanities, sciences, business, engineering, law, health care, communications, and more.
Our accomplished faculty collaborate with students to explore interdisciplinary questions and produce innovative research that lays the foundation for future personal and professional success. With a beautiful campus in Hempstead, NY, Hofstra's location seamlessly merges the tranquility of coastal suburban living with the boundless opportunities of nearby New York City.
Hofstra University seeks candidates who will contribute to a supportive climate for students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.
Position Title: Resource Engagement and Acquisitions Librarian (Tenure-Track)
School/Division: Library Operations
Office: Technical and Digital Library Services
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Description:
The Hofstra University Library is pleased to invite applications for the appointment of a tenure-track Resource Engagement and Acquisitions Librarian in the Department of Technical and Digital Library Services. The successful candidate will contribute to a holistic resource engagement strategy with operational responsibilities for collection analysis, evaluation, and acquisition processes, including developing and maintaining vendor relations. The position will coordinate and collaborate with colleagues within the Library as well as across Hofstra University to design and implement resource engagement strategies.
The University Library supports Hofstra University's mission of providing a quality education to its students in an environment that encourages and nurtures learning through the free and open exchange of ideas, sharing the University's commitment to academic freedom and to the transmission, advancement, and preservation of knowledge. The University Library supports the curricular offerings of the University, fulfilling the research and instructional needs of university students, faculty, and administrators through collaboration with these constituents. The University Library recognizes the diverse, multicultural nature of the Hofstra University community and creates collections that reflect these multiple perspectives.
In this position, the successful candidate will be expected to:
The University Library supports Hofstra University's mission of providing a quality education to its students in an environment that encourages and nurtures learning through the free and open exchange of ideas, sharing the University's commitment to academic freedom and to the transmission, advancement, and preservation of knowledge. The University Library supports the curricular offerings of the University, fulfilling the research and instructional needs of university students, faculty, and administrators through collaboration with these constituents. The University Library recognizes the diverse, multicultural nature of the Hofstra University community and creates collections that reflect these multiple perspectives.
In this position, the successful candidate will be expected to:
- Analyze and evaluate the University Library resources in alignment with academic program growth, input from stakeholders, and the strategic directions of the Library and University.
- Engage with library colleagues in the collection development and acquisition processes of the library to build collections and educate faculty about library resources.
- Collaborate with appropriate librarians and library units on the development of new strategies and evidence-based methodologies for the acquisition of scholarly resources and content.
- Engage stakeholders across the Hofstra University campus regarding their use of scholarly library resources.
- Communicate effectively with vendors to explore and negotiate the efficient acquisition of resources.
- Prepare and present information to appropriate library groups to help inform decision-making regarding resources and associated library services.
- Conduct research and scholarly activities to meet the Hofstra University Library criteria for promotion and tenure.
- Serve on University and department committees, task forces, and teams.
- Demonstrate a commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce and work environment.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- ALA accredited M.L.S/M.L.I.S. degree required.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated initiative and flexibility, and ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
- Strong commitment to staying current with emerging trends and developments in library acquisitions and collection management.
- Commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in an educational environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Additional graduate degree required for initial appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank.
- Experience with collection development, management and/or analysis.
- Library Acquisitions experience.
- Working knowledge of WorldCat Discovery/OCLC Library Management System and related systems.
EEO Statement:
Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.
About Hofstra University
Hofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, N.Y. that is the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016). At Hofstra, students get the best of both worlds. Our campus is a leafy oasis just a quick train ride away from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. We offer small classes and personal attention, with the resources, technology and facilities of a large university. Students can choose from more than 160 undergraduate program options and 165 graduate program options in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the w...orld who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic excellence and becoming leaders in their communities and their careers.
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