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HarvardDivinitySchoolLibrarian
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“Harvard Divinity School Librarian at Harvard University. Skills: Library management, Collection development, Research support. Oversee collection management. Advise Dean on library matters”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
ALA-accredited MLS degree or equivalent, 8 years library management experience
Nice to Have
Advanced theological degree, Managerial experience in graduate theological or university library, Experience developing external funding sources
What You'll Do.
Oversee collection management
Advise Dean on library matters
Prepare and monitor budget
Assist with grant writing
Develop partnerships and collaborations
Develop library services strategies
Oversee preservation and access
Promote staff development
Supervise library staff
Partner with on-site services team
Provide on-the-ground guidance
Maintain organizational health
Participate in library fund raising
Build partnerships with donors
Establish relationships with supporters
Contribute to HDS leadership
Chair HDS Library Committee
Conduct outreach and advocacy
Engage in collaborations
Manage library facilities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Across Harvard Library; With University schools; With academic programs; With HDS development; With communications team; With HDS Facilities; With Operations team
Communication Scope
Interpersonal skills
Full Job Description
By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive. Why join Harvard Divinity School? Harvard Divinity School (HDS) is a nonsectarian school of religious and theological studies that educates students both in the pursuit of the academic study of religion and in preparation for leadership in religious, governmental, and a wide range of service organizations. HDS provides an intellectual home where scholars and professionals from around the globe research and teach the varieties of religion, in service of a just world at peace across religious and cultural divides. Job Summary: Harvard Divinity School (HDS) and Harvard Library seek a collaborative, inspiring leader to direct the Divinity School Library. Working directly with the Harvard Divinity School and with colleagues across Harvard Library, the Harvard Divinity School Librarian provides leadership in the ongoing evolution of unparallelled scholarly resources services supporting the study of religion at Harvard. The library staff cultivates a welcoming, user-oriented environment for teaching, learning, and collaboration among students, scholars, and librarians. Reporting to the Dean of the Divinity School and working closely with the Vice President for the Harvard Library and University Librarian or delegates, the Librarian is a member of the school’s senior management team and the Harvard Library leadership team. The Librarian provides leadership and vision for the collection, as well as the operations and programs that support a diverse array of collection development, research support, teaching and learning, digital scholarship, and community activities centered on the library’s expertise in the study of religion. Job-Specific Responsibilities: * Oversee the management of t
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