Music Librarian

The University of Miami Libraries, seeks applications and nominations for the position of Music Librarian.  The successful candidate will assist in the overall administration of the Marta and Austin Weeks Music Library and focus specifically on technical, digital, and public service areas to include Cataloging & Metadata, Digital Initiatives and education and outreach.

UNIVERSITY:
The University of Miami is one of the nation’s leading research universities in a community of extraordinary diversity and international vitality. The University is privately supported, non-sectarian institution, located in Coral Gables, Florida, on a 260-acre subtropical campus. The University comprises 11 degree granting schools and colleges, including Architecture, Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Communication, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Music, Nursing, and Marine and Atmospheric Science (www.miami.edu).
 
THE LIBRARY:
The University of Miami Libraries (www.library.miami.ed) rank among the top 50 research libraries in North America with a collection of over 3.26 million volumes, 74,775 current serials, and 64,2801 e-journal titles. The Otto G. Richter Library lies in the heart of the Coral Gables campus and serves as the central library for the University. Other University of Miami libraries include the Paul Buisson Architecture Library, the Judi Prokop Newman Business Information Resource Center, and the Marta & Austin Weeks Music Library, and the Marine and Atmospheric Science Library. The campus also has independent medical and law libraries. The Libraries provide support and services for approximately 10,400 undergraduates, 4,900 graduate students, and 12,200 full-time faculty and staff. The Libraries has a staff of 82 professionals and 133 support staff and is a member of ARL, ASERL, CLIR, NERL, OCLC, and SOLINET.

THE MARTA AND AUSTIN WEEKS MUSIC LIBRARY provides support, services, and programs for The Phillip and Patricia Frost School of Music one of the most comprehensive music units in American higher education as a free-standing school within a major research university. The Weeks Music Library is on the cutting edge of using media to give the students at the University of Miami an opportunity to experience the varied world of music. The building opened in January 2005 with state of the art computer and audio equipment, printers and wireless access. Among the collections housed in the 22,500 square foot facility are scores, sound recordings, music videos and DVDs, research collections, and a wealth of e-resources. The library maintains the Larry Taylor-Billy Matthews Musical Theater Archive, an extensive collection of recordings and scores focusing on American musical theater and popular music. A targeted area for collection development is jazz recordings, DVDs, and instructional materials. The Weeks Music Library staff consists of two professional librarians, six full-time library paraprofessionals, and student assistants. For more information, visit http://www.library.miami.edu/musiclib/

The Music Librarian assists in the development and implementation of effective management strategies, services, and programs, across all areas of the Library to provide the best user-centered environment.  This position offers a challenging range of activities in the technical, digital and public service areas.  Key responsibilities include: oversees the design and development of the Music Library web presence, streaming audio reserves, and the operations of the Weeks Library Information Commons; develops and implements digital initiatives and services in collaboration with Digital Initiatives, Resources, and Services Department, and other stakeholders to plan digital collections and projects; evaluates and recommends electronic resources; in collaboration with the Libraries Education and Outreach department, develops and implements education and outreach activities; oversees all technical service operations for the Weeks Music Library to include original cataloging of scores, recordings and other music materials, authority control, preservation, database maintenance, and participates in the creation of metadata for digital projects; supervises and mentors staff; keeps current with issues and trends in metadata and digital library development; networks, collaborates and actively participates in local, regional, national, or international organizations regarding related issues; serves on/participates in University and Libraries committees, task forces, and teams as appropriate.

Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program or foreign equivalent; minimum two years of professional experience in a music library setting; bachelor’s degree with a major in music or equivalent, desired; experience in delivering education, information, and research services in an academic or research library; supervisory ability and effectiveness with a strong commitment to mentoring and professional development for staff; excellent management, organization, and time management skills; experience with web design and development; demonstrated knowledge of music cataloging using AACR2, LC classification and subject headings, and the MARC format; working knowledge and experience with metadata schema and protocols; awareness of current issues and trends in cataloging, metadata, and digital library development; ability to work effectively and collaboratively in the development and delivery of operations and services in a technology driven, dynamic and diverse environment; excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills; evidence of continued professional development involvement and contribution.

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a non-tenure track faculty appointment at the Librarian Assistant/Associate Professor rank. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including: TIAA-CREF; medical and dental insurance; life, disability, and long-term care insurance available; tuition remission; 13 paid holidays; and 22 days annual vacation. Additional employment benefits available include credit union; Employee Assistance Program; bookstore, and sporting event discounts; optional fee-based membership in a state-of-the-art wellness center, and no state or local income taxes. More information on benefits can be found at: http://www.miami.edu/benefits/pdf/bensum-faculty06.pdf .

Applications should be submitted electronically and must include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and the names of three references. The references will not be contacted before the appropriate time. Send nominations and applications to:

Marylen Exposito, Libraries Human Resources Manager
Otto G. Richter Library
University of Miami
P.O. Box 248214
Coral Gables, FL 33124-0320
e-mail: richter.recruiting@miami.edu

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. The University has a strong commitment to diversity and encourages applications from candidates of diverse cultural backgrounds.