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Curator, Baldwin Library of Historical Children’s Literature (Assistant or Associate University Librarian) — George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

ACRL/NY
George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
$68.5K a year
Full-time

POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Curator, Baldwin Library of Historical Children’s Literature

Assistant University Librarian or Associate University Librarian

University of Florida

George A. Smathers Libraries

The George A. Smathers Libraries at the University of Florida seek a collaborative, curious and knowledgeable colleague to lead the Baldwin Library of Historical Children’s Literature.

The Curator of the Baldwin Library of Historical Children’s Literature is a year-round (12 month) tenure track library faculty position, which will lead a preeminent collection known for its exceptional breadth and depth in Anglo-American holdings.

The Baldwin Library supports emerging scholarship by actively diversifying its holdings and applying a critical lens to collections and activities.

The Curator oversees major endowment funds supporting collection development and programming, including speaker series and research fellowships.

The Curator manages materials and access, from acquisition to cataloging and digitization, and engages the UF campus and beyond through instruction, exhibits, collection promotion, and collaboration on projects and work groups.

The Curator deepens and expands support for the study of children’s literature and interdisciplinary topics, and engages with faculty, students, and the .

The Curator oversees fellowship programs which support the research of scholars, librarians and educators in the Baldwin Library, and serves as a bridge between public and academic librarians through the Louise Seaman Bechtel Fellowship.

The search will remain open until May 6, 2024, and applications will be reviewed as received. For a full description of the position and instructions on how to apply, please refer to the George A.

Smathers Libraries faculty recruitment webpage.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.

Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply.

Address inquiries to Joe Piazza, Smathers Libraries Human Resources Office.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT

Master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited library school or advanced degree in a field relevant to children’s literature or historical childhood studies.

SALARY

Minimum salary $59,219 at the Assistant University Librarian rank

Minimum salary $68,495 at the Associate University Librarian rank

Actual salary will reflect selected professional’s experience and credentials

30+ days ago
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