Harvard Divinity School Librarian
Cambridge, MA 02138 In-Person
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Job Description
Job Summary
Harvard Divinity School (HDS) seeks a collaborative, inspiring leader to direct the Divinity School Library. The Harvard Divinity School Library provides scholarly resources and support services for the study of religion at Harvard and engages in the development of unparalleled resources and services available to researchers across the Harvard Library system. The library staff cultivates a welcoming, user-oriented environment for teaching, learning, and collaboration among students, scholars, and librarians.
Reporting to the Dean of the Divinity School, the Librarian is a member of the school's senior management team and provides leadership and vison for planning of the financial and human resources, as well as the operations and programs that support a diverse array of collection development, research support, teaching and learning, digital scholarly and community activities centered on the library's expertise in the study of religion. The Librarian is also a member of the Harvard Library Leadership Team.
Basic Qualifications
ALA-accredited MLS degree or equivalent professional experience required. At least 8 years' experience in a library management role.
Candidates wishing to be considered must supply a cover letter in addition to a resume.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Working Conditions
This position is based in Cambridge, MA and requires an on-campus presence. All HDS positions have a regular schedule of Monday-Friday, 9am- 5 pm. A hybrid schedule, involving some remote work, may be possible, subject to business needs and manager and HR review/approval. HDS may adjust flex schedules as necessary or appropriate. Harvard has an established Flexwork Policy.
Please Note: We are currently conducting interviews virtually for selected candidates. Final interviews may be conducted on campus.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Additional Information
Starting salaries typically fall in the lower half of the salary range; however, they are ultimately determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity.
Harvard Divinity School seeks to respect, understand, and learn from all cultures, beliefs, and faith backgrounds, including those who are unaffiliated with a traditional denomination, of the members of our diverse community. HDS actively seeks and welcomes people of color, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, persons with disabilities, and people at intersections of these identities.
Founded in 1816, Harvard Divinity School is most religiously diverse divinity school in the United States and is one of 12 graduate/professional schools at Harvard University. HDS is grounded in pluralism and fosters the kind of thoughtful, respectful exchange of ideas that is vital for human flourishing. The School's degree programs prepare students for careers in academia, ministry, and a wide range of roles across the nonprofit, private, and public sectors.
Harvard Divinity School (HDS) seeks a collaborative, inspiring leader to direct the Divinity School Library. The Harvard Divinity School Library provides scholarly resources and support services for the study of religion at Harvard and engages in the development of unparalleled resources and services available to researchers across the Harvard Library system. The library staff cultivates a welcoming, user-oriented environment for teaching, learning, and collaboration among students, scholars, and librarians.
Reporting to the Dean of the Divinity School, the Librarian is a member of the school's senior management team and provides leadership and vison for planning of the financial and human resources, as well as the operations and programs that support a diverse array of collection development, research support, teaching and learning, digital scholarly and community activities centered on the library's expertise in the study of religion. The Librarian is also a member of the Harvard Library Leadership Team.
Basic Qualifications
ALA-accredited MLS degree or equivalent professional experience required. At least 8 years' experience in a library management role.
Candidates wishing to be considered must supply a cover letter in addition to a resume.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
- Advanced theological degree preferred.
- Successful managerial experience in a graduate theological or university library.
- Thorough understanding of technology in library settings; Record of leadership in integrating information technologies with traditional library resources and services.
- Demonstrated record of collaboration leadership and management style and at intra- and interinstitutional levels.
- Demonstrated leadership and expertise leading a variety of collection management approaches.
- Demonstrated knowledge of archives and special collections.
- Successful administrative experience, including responsibility for budgeting and human resource management; commitment to staff mentorship and development is essential.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and staff in a diverse community.
- Ability to provide creative leadership within a collegial administrative environment.
- Knowledge of higher education institutions and ability to respond to faculty and student expectations. Understanding of evolving issues in higher education and scholarly communication.
- Thorough understanding of theological literature, both historical and current, and experience with collection management.
- Understanding of conservation and preservation of library materials.
- Experience in developing external funding sources to enhance library collections and services preferred. Ability to effectively manage through change is essential.
- IMPORTANT NOTE: Your cover letter and resume should be combined into a SINGLE DOCUMENT under the resume tab. Cover letters are required for every position at Harvard Divinity School.
We regret that the Harvard Divinity School does not provide Visa sponsorship.
Working Conditions
This position is based in Cambridge, MA and requires an on-campus presence. All HDS positions have a regular schedule of Monday-Friday, 9am- 5 pm. A hybrid schedule, involving some remote work, may be possible, subject to business needs and manager and HR review/approval. HDS may adjust flex schedules as necessary or appropriate. Harvard has an established Flexwork Policy.
Please Note: We are currently conducting interviews virtually for selected candidates. Final interviews may be conducted on campus.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Additional Information
Starting salaries typically fall in the lower half of the salary range; however, they are ultimately determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity.
Harvard Divinity School seeks to respect, understand, and learn from all cultures, beliefs, and faith backgrounds, including those who are unaffiliated with a traditional denomination, of the members of our diverse community. HDS actively seeks and welcomes people of color, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, persons with disabilities, and people at intersections of these identities.
Founded in 1816, Harvard Divinity School is most religiously diverse divinity school in the United States and is one of 12 graduate/professional schools at Harvard University. HDS is grounded in pluralism and fosters the kind of thoughtful, respectful exchange of ideas that is vital for human flourishing. The School's degree programs prepare students for careers in academia, ministry, and a wide range of roles across the nonprofit, private, and public sectors.
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