University of Ottawa Library
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InclusionLibrarian(Replacement)
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“Inclusion Librarian (Replacement) at University of Ottawa Library. Skills: Inclusion, Accessibility, Outreach, Partnership building, Stakeholder engagement. Engage with campus and community partners to ensure that the Library is as inclusive and accessible as possible for all current and potential users. Build networks with stakeholders on campus whose work centres on accessibility and inclusion”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure that the Library is as inclusive and accessible as possible for all current and potential users; Support positive and inclusive student experiences
Industry & Context.
Problem solving and decision-making skills; Capacity to identify areas of opportunity and to develop and implement innovative solutions to respond to them
Temporary replacement of a regular position, 11-month replacement Librarian appointment, Appointment may be renewable, Possibility of an interim appointment for librarians currently employed at the University of Ottawa
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Master's degree in Library and Information Sciences (MLIS) from an institution that has been accredited from the American Library Association or equivalent, At least 2 years of professional experience, or fewer if the experience is particularly pertinent to the position, Effective oral and written communication skills in both French and English, Awareness of the needs of and challenges faced by underrepresented populations, Experience in developing, building and sustaining partnerships, preferably in an academic setting, Ability to establish effective working relationships with people of varying backgrounds, Ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment, Adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to a changing environment, Problem solving and decision-making skills, Capacity to identify areas of opportunity and to develop and implement innovative solutions to respond to them
Nice to Have
Knowledge of other languages will be considered an asset
What You'll Do.
Engage with campus and community partners to ensure that the Library is as inclusive and accessible as possible for all current and potential users
Build networks with stakeholders on campus whose work centres on accessibility and inclusion
Connect and foster relationships with underrepresented student populations through outreach to representative student groups and organizations
Coordinate consortial initiatives
Recommend opportunities for staff training
education and awareness building for topics and issues related to diversity
Actively participate in and/or lead Library collaborative activities
Establish relationships and engage with relevant campus services
and community organizations
working collaboratively to support positive and inclusive student experiences
Coordinate outreach activities to engage with underserved student populations
Evaluate library programs and services to ensure they are inclusive and accessible
and propose recommendations based on best practices for universal design
Maintain current awareness of and apply relevant developments in area(s) of expertise
Work effectively to carry out activities and projects with groups of people in a variety of environments
including the Library
and with external communities and partners
Perform other related duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works well with colleagues in a stimulating and changing environment; Actively participates in and/or leads Library collaborative activities; Is a participative member of an evolving organization that emphasizes service quality, innovation, outreach, and partnership within the Library, across campus, and beyond; Establish relationships and engage with relevant campus services, student groups, and community organizations, working collaboratively to support positive and inclusive student experiences; Ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment
Communication Scope
Effective oral and written communication skills in both French and English
Full Job Description
**_Posting Reason:_** Temporary replacement of a regular position ** _Job Family:_** Library and Archives _**Union affiliation:**_ APUO _**Faculty/Department:**_ Inclusion, Accessibility and Outreach _**Campus:**_ Morisset Hall _**Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):**_ 2026/05/05 _**Applications must be received******BEFORE******(YYYY/MM/DD):**_ 2026/05/20 **University of Ottawa Library** **Inclusion Librarian (Replacement)** The University of Ottawa Library is looking for an innovative, motivated and service-oriented individual to fill the position of Inclusion Librarian (Replacement). The ideal profile is a creative person who works well with colleagues in a stimulating and changing environment. **Environment** : The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the country's top research universities and the largest bilingual (French and English) university in the world. Located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes to the economy, culture and quality of life of Canada's Capital. **Responsibilities** : Reporting to the Head Inclusion, Accessibility & Outreach, the Inclusion Librarian engages with campus and community partners to ensure that the Library is as inclusive and accessible as possible for all current and potential users. The incumbent builds networks with stakeholders on campus whose work centres on accessibility and inclusion, such as Student Academic Success Service - Academic Accommodations, the International Office, the Indigenous Resource Centre and the Human Rights Office. The Librarian connects and fosters relationships with underrepresented student populations through outreach to representative student groups and organizations. The incumbent coordinates consortial initiatives, such as the Ontario Council of University Libraries’ ACE (Accessible Content E-Portal) service. The incumbent will recommend opportunities for staff training, educat
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