Assistant Professor of Practice – Collection Development Librarian New
Western Carolina University · Cullowhee, NC · On-site · Faculty (Full-time)
This is a 12-month fixed-term Assistant Professor of Practice appointment, eligible for reappointment in accordance with university policies. The position reports to the COMET Department Head and works in close collaboration with library units, including Access Services, Research and Instruction Services, and Technical Services, serving as a central point of alignment across these areas.
The Collection Development Librarian leads library-wide workflows for the selection and deselection of materials, supporting effective, forward-looking collection management, and ensuring collections remain relevant, sustainable, and responsive to user needs. This position supports efficient ordering and renewal processes aligned with budget priorities in collaboration with the Acquisitions Librarian and works with Access Services on resource sharing and collection maintenance.
Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinates and manages collections, both physical and electronic
- Leads library-wide workflows for selection and deselection of materials
- Drives collection assessment efforts to align with institutional teaching, learning, and research priorities
- Partners with the eResources Librarian to analyze and synthesize data, producing reports and visualizations
- Leads the implementation of systems such as Leganto in collaboration with faculty
- Explores and pilots innovative collection development approaches, including open access and OER
- Evaluates vendor offerings and oversees donation and book sale activities
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Library Science or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program
- Minimum of two years working in professional positions in or in relation to academic libraries
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Knowledge of current trends and practices in developing academic library collections
- Demonstrated project management skills
