Collections Strategies Librarian

University of Houston Libraries seeks a Collections Strategies Librarian to support the development, management, and assessment of a dynamic, research-driven collections program. This role works across library units and with campus partners to support resource selection, evaluation, and stewardship in alignment with institutional priorities, incorporating data-informed decision-making and user-centered approaches.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to Libraries-wide collections strategy and management activities, including selection, deselection, evaluation, and budget planning, ensuring alignment with evolving research, teaching, and curricular priorities.
• Engages with faculty, students, and campus stakeholders to address collection needs, including resource requests, access strategies, donations, and support for accreditation initiatives.
• Monitors institutional priorities and trends in collection management and scholarly communication, adapting strategies to maintain relevance and sustainability.
• Develops and maintains productive vendor relationships; evaluates products and supports informed acquisition decisions.
• Develops a record of service, scholarship, and professional involvement as a promotion-eligible librarian holding academic rank.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an American Library Association (ALA)-accredited program.
• Demonstrated interest in or relevant coursework related to collection development and collection management in academic or research libraries.
• Demonstrated ability to use data to inform, support, and communicate decisions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting evidence-based collection assessments in academic libraries.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools and techniques.
• Experience working with Ex Libris Alma Analytics or similar library systems.

Pay

Salary range is $66,000–$68,000 for Assistant Librarians and $73,000–$75,000 for Associate Librarians. This position is anticipated to be filled at the rank of Assistant Librarian.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Choice of retirement programs, including TIAA; tax-deferred annuity program available.
• Release time to take a class up to 3 hours per week.
• No state or local income tax.