Director Open Initiatives Scholarly Communication
Director Open Initiatives Scholarly Communication
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Job Description
The University of Oklahoma (OU) Libraries seeks a dynamic and collaborative leader to serve as the Director of Open Initiatives & Scholarly Communication (OISC). As part of the Digital Strategies and Innovation Division the Director will lead a team of librarians in advancing scholarly communication services playing a key role in implementing the Universitys recently adopted Open Access (OA) policy to expand OUs impact of research teaching and learning.
Guided by OUs objective of becoming a toptier public research university and its vision to change lives the Director will champion the expansion of open and public scholarship advancing the OA policy. Through vision and strategy they will develop implement and assess sustainable technologydriven models for scholarly and open educational content creation and stewardship that amplify the universitys global impact.
The Director will foster key partnerships with faculty researchers and staff contributing expertise in institutional repositories open access copyright and open education. This role manages daytoday operations for the OISC department including selection training and evaluation of employees; developing and monitoring departmental program budgets participating in the development of policies programs and services; working with vendors campus units agencies and other client groups; coordinating relevant collection development and grant research; editing newsletters and publications; participating in library and university committees and task forces related to primary job assignment; remaining current about professional trends and developments; developing and conducting education programs for staff members; compiling and preparing financial statistical and various other types of reports; and performing various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position. Other duties as assigned.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants must attach the following documents in pdf format:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of 3 Professional References
Hire will be contingent on submission of academic transcripts.
******Best consideration date for this position is March 14 2025******
Required Education: Masters degree in any subject AND:
- 24 months of related academic experience
Skills:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate with endusers at varying technological skill levels.
- Highly organized and demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
- Experience leading outreach initiatives with a high level of engagement; demonstrated success in building collaborative programs with stakeholders and advancing open initiatives.
- Demonstrated experience leading developing and implementing a strong strategic vision for advancing open initiatives that align with strategic goals and priorities.
- Demonstrated experience with data driven decision making; and planning implementing and evaluating services.
- Demonstrated experience effectively coordinating and motivating team members; and commitment to mentoring training and developing staff.
- Ability to work collegially in a leadership role and manage in a complex and changing environment to define goals and timelines and coordinate existing staff and technology resources to achieve or exceed desired outcomes.
- Extensive knowledge of the scholarly communication landscape; scholarly publishing technologies initiatives and best practices; open access publishing; and academic publishing platforms.
- Proficiency with contemporary library software systems and software applications.
Certifications:
- None
Advertised Physical Requirements:
- Ability to frequently stand and walk; ability to lift bend stoop carry and carry; ability to engage in repetitive motions.
- Standard office environment.
- Frequent exposure to interruptions.
Supervisory Duties:
- Will supervise Open Educational Resources Librarian Open Journal Publishing Librarian Institutional Repository Librarian (vacant) Open Access Funding Administrative Assistant (termlimited position) and Open Access Policy Coordinator (termlimited position).
Department Preferences:
- Masters degree in Library Science or equivalent from an ALAaccredited program or advanced degree in a relevant field.
- Supervisory experience.
- Experience working with institutional repositories and a desire to contribute to the next generation of campus repositories.
- Knowledge of copyright licensing and other intellectual property issues relevant to an academic environment.
Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy visit You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility belonging and access which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents perspectives and experiences of our community enrich the learning and working environment at OU inspiring us to harness our innovation creativity and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations does not discriminate based on race color national origin sex sexual orientation genetic information gender identity gender expression age religion disability political beliefs or status as a veteran in any of its policies practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited toadmissions employment financial aid housing services in educational programs or activities and health care services that the University operates or provides.
Required Attachments
Documents required for this position are listed under the Required Attachments section of this job listing. You will be required to upload and attach these documents in the application process.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
