[Libs-Or] Job announcement: Head of Learning and Information Services, OHSU Library

[Tracy Thornton]

Dear colleagues,

I'm pleased to share the following career opportunity at the OHSU Library! This position reflects a fresh approach to our educational and information services. The successful candidate will join the Library's management team and have the opportunity to collaboratively advance and celebrate our positive impact on education, care, and discovery.

Head of Learning and Information Services

Working in collaboration with Library team members, peer managers, and leaders across the OHSU community, the Head of Learning and Information Services will lead the planning, development, and evaluation of the Library's educational and information services. The position will supervise a team of faculty librarians to serve the evolving needs of OHSU's education, research, and clinical communities.

Key Responsibilities:

  *   Strategic Leadership: Guide expansion of library engagement with OHSU curricula and residency programs.
  *   Services and Team Management: Lead the Library's Learning and Information Services team, fostering a culture of creativity and continuous growth in support of education, research, and clinical excellence.
  *   Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Actively cultivate inclusive practices that support equitable outcomes within the library and for the communities we serve.
  *   Advocacy: Build relationships to strengthen the reach of the Learning and Information Services team and tell a compelling story about its contributions.
  *   Collaboration: Serve on the Library Management Team and contribute to strategic planning and innovation in support of organizational priorities.
  *   Faculty Engagement: As a faculty member, participate in scholarship, research, and service to advance the library's mission.
We're Seeking:

  *   Background in academic health sciences libraries or education.
  *   Experience with information literacy curriculum design and implementation.
  *   Proven leadership in team supervision, fostering excellence and well-being.
  *   Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion.
  *   Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and partnership-building skills.
Salary:

  *   Minimum $97,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Open House: An optional information session about this position will be held on Thursday, May 9th at 12:00 PM PTD.

Join from the Webinar link: https://ohsu.webex.com/ohsu/j.php?MTID=md65692cd50d9ed42716c2d88fb7dc1b8

Apply: Step into a role where your vision and leadership will make a tangible impact on health sciences education, biomedical research, and clinical care!. Learn more about the position, candidate qualifications, and apply here<https://externalcareers-ohsu.icims.com/jobs/29236/head%2c-learning-%26-information-services/job?hub=6&_gl=1*bo8y8y*_ga*ODQ0MTAwODg3LjE3MTA5NjMwOTQ.*_ga_5Y2BYGL910*MTcxMjE1NzM5NC4zLjEuMTcxMjE1NzQwNi4wLjAuMA..> (requisition no. 2024-29236).

Projected Hiring Timeline:

  *   Application Open: Week of April 1.
  *   Virtual Open House: May 9, 12:00 - 1:00 PM (PDT)
  *   Priority Application Deadline: May 24.
  *   First Round Interviews: June 10 - 21 (virtual).
  *   Final Selection: Onsite interviews in July, with the aim of a September start date aligned with the beginning of the 2024/2025 academic year.

For questions, contact feel free to contact me directly using the information below.

Kind regards,

Tracy


Tracy Thornton, M.L.S., M.A.
Director of Library Operations
OHSU Library
thornttr at ohsu.edu<mailto:thornttr at ohsu.edu>

p: 503 494-6029

Pronouns:  she/her

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