Head at Law Library Sought
English
The University of British Columbia Library is one of the largest academic libraries in Canada and consistently ranks among the top university research libraries in North America. More than 300 knowledgeable employees provide users with the excellent resources and services that they need to further their research, teaching and learning.
The Law Library provides reference, information, instruction, bibliographic and circulation services in support of undergraduates, graduate students and faculty of the Peter A. Allard School of Law and to others requiring the use of the collection. The Head is responsible for providing strategic leadership necessary to develop facilities, collections, and programs including organization, administration, and operation of services. Within the context of a changing environment, the Head will facilitate the planning for and implementation of a service model which focuses on meeting user needs. The nature and scope of responsibilities for this and other library positions are expected to change as the Library organization evolves. The Head is a voting member of the Faculty Council of the Peter A. Allard School of Law.
Required qualifications are, among others:
- A graduate degree from an accredited program in Library, Archival and Information Science and a Law degree from a common law jurisdiction.
- Relevant professional experience appropriate to academic law librarianship and teaching legal research and writing courses both in-person and online.
- Familiarity with effective teaching methodologies, computer technology, and a commitment to responsive and innovative information services.
- Dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment that recognizes barriers faced by people and encourages and incorporates contributions from diverse groups and individuals.
The Head of the Law Library cooperates with other Heads and AULs in the provision of services and ensures that relevant issues are discussed with the Dean, Associate Deans, and other administrators in the Peter A. Allard School of Law.
