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University of Ottawa Library

Associate University Librarian Learning and User Services

The University of Ottawa Library is looking for an innovative motivated and serviceoriented Associate University Librarian to lead its Learning and User Services division. In addition to a proven record of strength in several library operational areas the successful candidate will be a creative and experienced leader who works well with colleagues in a complex and changing environment.

Environment: The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the countrys top research universities and the largest bilingual (French and English) university in the world. Located on the traditional and unceded territory of the AnishinaabeAlgonquin people in the heart of downtown Ottawa it contributes to the economy culture and quality of life of Canadas Capital.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the University Librarian and Dean of Libraries the Associate University Librarian (AUL) provides strategic and administrative leadership for functions in their assigned portfolio. While each AUL position is responsible and accountable for an assigned portfolio all AULs are members of the Senior Leadership Team and have responsibility for adopting a holistic librarywide view in terms of strategic planning communication and fostering an innovative work culture. They share responsibility and accountability for the strategic direction leadership and administration of the Library as a whole.

Together with the Librarys leadership team the Associate University Librarian will foster an inclusive and accessible environment in the context of a university community that values and promotes principles of equity diversity accessibility antiracism and inclusion.

Functional divisions led by the Librarys Senior Leadership Team include Research Services Learning and User Services Content and Access Strategy Planning and Assessment and Library Administration. Applicants should be aware that the portfolios can be expected to change over time to support the needs of the organization.

Portfolio:

The Learning and User Services (LUS) division is dedicated to creating promoting and delivering usercentered instruction services programming and library spaces that support the academic success and evolving needs of the university community. Through proactive outreach and engagement the division fosters a welcoming and accessible environment emphasizing continuous assessment and service design to adapt to the dynamic landscape of postsecondary education.

The AUL Learning and User Services provides strategic leadership and oversight in the following areas:

• User Services Model: Lead the design implementation and continuous improvement of a cohesive systemwide user services model across all library locations to ensure consistent and highquality service delivery.
• Instructional Program Development: Oversees the development and delivery of a responsive comprehensive instructional program that supports students in acquiring foundational information literacy and emerging literacies (e.g. digital data media) aligned with institutional goals and academic library best practices.
• Accessible and Affordable Learning Materials: Champion the librarys initiatives to support the adoption and promotion of accessible open and affordable learning materials.

• Library Spaces: Optimize the use of public library spaces to ensure they are welcoming inclusive and responsive to user needs.
• Copyright Management: Provide leadership in the development and maintenance of a universitywide framework for copyright management and compliance.

Term: Vacant position The initial appointment will be for a 5year mandate with the possibility of renewal. In addition the successful candidate will also be eligible for a continuing appointment.

Union: As per article 3.1.3.1 e) of the APUO Collective Agreement the successful candidate will be invited to be excluded from the bargaining unit during the term of their mandate as AUL.

Salary: Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The expected hiring range for this position would normally be IV (Salary starting at $116221) or V (Salary starting at $131499) (As of May 1 2025).

Benefits: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package which includes long term disability insurance basic life insurance supplementary health insurance a University of Ottawa pension plan optional life insurance as well as relocation expenses.

Workplace: Library University of Ottawa Ottawa ON K1N 6N5.

Contact person: Talia Chung University Librarian and Dean of Libraries The University of Ottawa Ottawa Ontario K1N 6N5. (Please indicate the position).

Required skills:

Education: A Masters degree in Library and Information Sciences (MLIS) from an institution that has been accredited by the American Library Association or equivalent.

Professional experience:

• Minimum of seven years of experience as a professional librarian or archivist demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility including leadership and/or management experience preferably in a unionized workplace
• A proven record of strength in several library operational areas
• Knowledge of strategic trends impacting academic libraries including services collections technologies and spaces
• Understanding of the broader university governance context
• Effective oral and written communication skills in both French & English
• Highly collaborative and collegial with the ability to participate in shared decision making
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective change strategies
• Demonstrated ability to promote positive organizational culture including the ability to engage empower and motivate people
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of inclusion diversity equity antiracism and accessibility
• Demonstrated ability to advocate and promote library value
• Demonstrated ability in project management and assessment methodologies
• Demonstrated success using innovation and flexibility to address challenges

The University of Ottawa Library would like to thank in advance those who have submitted a job application. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted for the next stage.

The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students staff and faculty. Accordingly we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada visible minorities members (racialized persons) persons with disabilities women as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable diverse and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential SelfIdentification Questionnaire to be completed at the time of application.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the ViceProvost Faculty Relations by email at . Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.

Prior to May 1 2022 the University required all students faculty staff and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid19 as defined in Policy 129 Covid19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.