Shire Jobs

Collection DevelopmentChief staff member responsible for Benson Collection acquisitions and collection development of core and special collections in all formats.Sets priorities for collection growth for both physical and e-resources, and provides leadership, professional development, and guidance for Benson bibliographers.Works strategically with the Head of Special Collections on rare materials acquisitions.Works collaboratively with the Head of Digital Initiatives to assess born-digital acquisitions, and integrate post-custodial methods and collaborations into collection development strategies.In collaboration with Benson Director, manages Benson Collection acquisitions budget, including endowments.Responsible for collection development of core and special collections, including strategic acquisitions travel for one or more region of Latin America.Works collaboratively with UT Libraries (UTL) Scholarly Resources team on overarching collection development matters and strategies.Trains, supervises, and evaluates performance of 1 FTE Benson Bibliographer and 1 Graduate Research Assistant (GRA)Public serviceServes as library liaison for to faculty, staff, and visiting researchers for one or more region of Latin America, providing specialized research and reference support.Develops and builds relationships with campus and local cultural institutions and community organizations.Conducts rare materials showings and tours for visitors.Consults on, and sometimes organizes, collections-related displays and exhibitions.Professional Representation of the CollectionServes as the Benson Collections primary contact for collection development matters.Represents the Benson Collection with UT Libraries, UT-Austin administration, patrons, donors and other stakeholders.Represents the Benson Collection at events; regional, national and international meetings; and conferences concerned with Latin American librarianship.Other related functions as assigned.