Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary $60,000 - $70,000 Anticipated Start Date 07/01/2026 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 01/30/2026 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should attach a 1-2 page letter of interest, a complete CV, and the names, titles, and contact information of three professional references. The University of Georgia Libraries wish to emphasize that preferred qualifications are not required and we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop preferred knowledge, skills and abilities. Applicants are encouraged to communicate the ways in which their work meets required or preferred qualifications in ways that may not be obvious. Candidates are encouraged to submit their materials by March 8, 2026.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement
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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Librarian AC FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
An ALA-accredited Master's in Library and Information Science or relevant terminal degree.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Deputy University Librarian, the Collections Logistics Librarian advances the planning, stewardship, and assessment of the library's physical collections. The position contributes to collection lifecycle management, space and retention strategies, and major collaborative initiatives, including management of the library's Google Books digitization project and oversight of the library's off-site repository. The librarian manages a team of staff and students, working closely with colleagues across the Libraries to ensure collections are accessible, discoverable, and aligned with institutional and user needs.

UGA librarians are non-tenured faculty members with an annual professional development allotment of $2,000. UGA offers an attractive benefits program including a choice of health and retirement plans, dental plan, vision plan, tuition remission via USG's Tuition Assistance Program, generous paid relocation, 21 days annual leave, 12 days sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Additional Requirements

• Two or more years of experience in collections management, logistics, storage, or related library operations

• Candidates will be considered at the rank of Librarian I, II, III, or IV. For more information about the requirements for the Librarian ranks, please see the Guidelines for Librarian/Archivist Faculty Rank and Promotion: https://www.libs.uga.edu/sites/default/files/admin/Guidelines.pdf

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

• Two or more years of experience with off-site or high-density storage facilities.
• Two or more years of experience supervising a team and supporting professional growth among reports.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Understanding of major principles and issues in research library collection development and management
• Familiarity with repository densification projects
• Familiarity with Google Books or mass digitization projects
• Familiarity with shared print programs
• Familiarity with Integrated Library Management Systems, such as ExLibris Alma
• Familiarity with Caiasoft or comparable systems.
• Knowledge of collaborative and consortial models for collection building
• Excellent project management skills
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Monitors the lifecycle of physical collections, by working closely with the collections strategy team to make recommendations regarding retention, relocation, withdrawal, and preservation; coordinates long-range planning for growth, storage capacity, and shared print commitments.
• Provide programmatic oversight of the library's off-site repository, including intake, retrieval workflows, service standards, and space planning.
• Works in conjunction with collection strategists to conduct physical collection assessment projects using data and qualitative analysis to inform decision-making,
• Lead physical collection assessment projects using data and qualitative analysis to inform decision-making, working in conjunction with relevant collection strategists in the Collections unit.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute large-scale collection shifts and relocations in close collaboration with appropriate library departments, developing project timelines, workflows, and communication plans.
• Ensure accurate tracking and catalog updates during collection relocations.
• Serve as the library's lead for the Google Books digitization partnership liaising with project staff, ensuring appropriate title selection, preparation, tracking, quality control, and return of materials; monitoring project timelines to ensure compliance with contractual and institutional requirements, and collaborating with appropriate library departments to ensure digitized content is accurately represented in discovery systems.
• Supervise and train staff and/or student employees supporting the management of physical collections, storage, and digitization workflows.
• Participate in consortial and cross-institutional initiatives, contributing to strategic planning and policy development.

Percentage Of Time 100

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents