Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic has been ranked the #1 hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, as well as #1 in more specialties than any other care provider. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.
Responsibilities
The Mayo Clinic Libraries seek an energetic and experienced librarian to join their fully integrated system of sixteen libraries. We are looking for a collaborative librarian with supervisory experience to lead a team of six librarians who primarily deliver research services, outreach, and instruction from remote working environments. As a remote supervisor, the Head of Library Research Services and Outreach will collaborate with Mayo Clinic supervisors and staff who are working both hybrid and fully onsite schedules to deliver library services and resources in Mayo Clinic’s academic, hospital, and patients’ libraries. This full-time, remote supervisory position is administered by Mayo Clinic Libraries in Rochester, Minnesota, and reports to the Executive Director of the Mayo Clinic Libraries and Historical Units. Qualified applicants living in the United States are encouraged to apply.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Allocation of time and responsibilities will vary based upon the expertise of the individual hired and focus of responsibilities during each year. For this new remote supervisory position, the time allocation is anticipated to be:
20% – Supervisory Management: Supervises a team of six librarians. Collaboratively leads remote librarians who are delivering library research services to Mayo Clinic employees and learners (e.g., students, residents, fellows). Responsible for recruiting, orienting, evaluating, and advocating for direct reports. Collaborates with other library supervisors and librarians working onsite and hybrid schedules across all Mayo Clinic sites to set and maintain standards for the continuity of library service delivery. Prepares proposals, budget requests, and reports and has oversight for work unit budget. Meets regularly with library senior leadership to facilitate and advance the initiatives of the Library Research Services and Outreach unit.
15% – Library Assessment: Determines the impact of library services and resources via ongoing assessment. Collaborating with library colleagues, actively participates in data collection and submission of information requested by the annual AAHSL and ACRL survey instruments. Provides leadership and guidance when library evaluations are being planned and implemented. Participates in post-assessment analysis and reporting.
40% – Library Research Services: Leads the team of remote librarians who are delivering library research services from their remote work locations. Responsible for actively participating in the delivery of remote library research services (e.g., literature searches, systematic reviews, library instruction, reference, and referral assistance). Note: Document delivery and interlibrary loan services are managed through Access Services not the Library Research Services and Outreach unit. Writing, editing, and statistical review services are provided by Mayo Clinic’s Scientific Publications division, which is not a library unit.
20% – Outreach and Instruction: Serves as a primary proponent for sharing news about the library’s resources, services, and spaces. Proposes opportunities and helps implement library outreach plans. Provides support (e.g., planning, active involvement, time and budget allocations) to library staff who are conducting outreach activities. Develops communiques, gives tours and presentations, and participates in initiatives to effectively communicate library news.
5% – Special Projects: Special projects may include those proposed by the Head of Library Research Services and Outreach, or they may include the accomplishment of strategic goals, multi-department initiatives, collection development, or emerging technologies.
The position of Librarian IV or Librarian V will be offered to the candidate who meets the following criteria:
Librarian IV – a minimum of ten years of work experience with one year of supervisory experience
Librarian V – a minimum of fifteen years of work experience with five years of supervisory experience
Review of applications will begin immediately. Please submit applications by June 2, 2023, for priority consideration; however, applications will be accepted through June 30, 2023. There is flexibility with the start date for this position. To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume or CV, and contact information for a minimum of three professional references.
Librarian IV:
Under minimal supervision, the Librarian IV performs professional level responsibilities encompassing library science, archival work, information management, or information technology. This position may perform work related to public services, technical services, systems, archives, or administration.
Public services responsibilities may include the provision of reference, research and educational services to faculty, staff, students, patients, and others. Technical services responsibilities may include acquisitions, collection development, cataloging, database/electronic resource access and/or serials management in support of the Mayo Clinic Library system. Archives responsibilities may include development, processing, description, digitization, and preservation of archival materials. Staff may also develop catalogs, manage accession/deaccession, and contribute expertise to the institution’s strategic plan.
The Librarian IV may independently manage a work unit, a service area with one or more service points or a branch library and may supervise professional and non-professional library staff. As a managing Librarian IV, the position may involve personnel management, budgetary and financial management, library outreach, project management, external consultations, and partnership development. In comparison to the managing Librarian IV, the position may be held by a professional librarian or archivist who is widely recognized at Mayo Clinic for a specialized professional expertise which provides a valued service to others.
Regularly participates in and leads library committees or task forces. Often provides input, develops and applies library plans and policy, and makes decisions to support the Mayo Clinic Library system. May perform other tasks that support services, maintain workload, or provide coverage in the work unit or elsewhere in the Mayo Clinic Library system. Mayo Clinic’s Values apply to every position. In support of Mayo Clinic’s primary value that the needs of the patient come first, the Librarian IV will focus on practicing RICH TIES (Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Healing, Teamwork, Innovation, Excellence, and Stewardship) in daily work.
Librarian V:
Under minimal supervision, the Librarian V performs advanced professional level responsibilities encompassing library science, archival management, information management, or information technology. This position may perform work related to public services, technical services, systems, archives, or administration. Public services responsibilities may include the provision of reference, research and educational services to faculty, staff, students, patients, and others. Technical services responsibilities may include acquisitions, collection development, cataloging, database/electronic resource access and/or serials management in support of the Mayo Clinic Library system. Archives responsibilities may include development, processing, description, digitization, and preservation of archival materials. Staff may also develop catalogs, manage accession/deaccession, and contribute expertise to the institution’s strategic plan. The Librarian V may independently manage several work units, a service area with one or more service points or a branch library. Both professional and non-professional library staff may be supervised. As a managing Librarian V, the position may involve personnel management, budgetary and financial management, library outreach, project management, external consultations, development of new services and technologies, facilities management and development, and building formal partnerships. In comparison to the managing Librarian V, the position may be held by a professional librarian or archivist who is widely recognized at Mayo Clinic or externally for a specialized professional expertise which provides a valued service to others. This professional expertise will be demonstrated through teaching, publications, presentations, awards, specialized credentials, or service designations. The Librarian V leads others (directly or indirectly) and routinely provides guidance, mentoring, consultation and training to colleagues or library patrons. Regularly participates in or leads multiple library committees or task forces. Routinely provides input, develops and applies library plans and policy, and makes decisions to support the Mayo Clinic Library system. The Librarian V recommends and develops new policies, programs, services. This position may perform advanced tasks and supervisory responsibilities that support services, maintain workload, or provide coverage in the work unit or elsewhere in the Mayo Clinic Library system. Mayo Clinic’s Values apply to every position. In support of Mayo Clinic’s primary value that the needs of the patient come first, the Librarian V will focus on practicing RICH TIES (Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Healing, Teamwork, Innovation, Excellence, and Stewardship) in daily work.
**Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
This position is 100% remote work; can work from anywhere in the U.S.
Qualifications
Candidates must meet qualifications for either Library IV or V listed below.
Librarian IV Qualifications:
Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent archival degree.
Library/archives experience, particularly work experience in a health sciences or scientific research library, institutional archive or museum, technology center, or similar environment.
Requires a total of 10 years of relevant, postgraduate professional experience.
For institutionally designated management or supervisory positions, at least 1 year of management or supervisory experience required.
Basic level knowledge in the following areas: information services, information management, instruction and instructional design, leadership and management, archival management, evidence-based practice and research, and health information professionalism.
Expert level knowledge in two or more of the following areas: information services, information management, instruction and instructional design, leadership and management, archival management, evidence-based practice and research, and health information professionalism.
Additional qualifications:
AHIP membership, a similar professional credential or certification, or an additional advanced degree in a subject area pertinent to the position.
Mayo Clinic academic appointment.
Mayo Clinic Academy of Educational Excellence member.
Participation on a Mayo Clinic Education, Research, or Practice Division committee or task force.
History of relevant scholarly publications or presentations.
Participation on a community service board or committee.
Post-graduate work experience with a health care environment. Prior education in a scientific or medical discipline. Experience supervising remote employees. Experience supervising a team of librarians. Experience providing library outreach and instruction. Expertise in providing systematic review services. Experience using tools like EndNote, LibAnswers, and Covidence.
Written and spoken fluency with the English language. Experience working in a remote environment as a health information professional. Expertise in providing literature searching services.
Librarian V Qualifications:
Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent archival degree. Library/archives experience, particularly work experience in a health sciences or scientific research library, institutional archive or museum, technology center, or similar environment. Requires 15 years of relevant, postgraduate professional work experience. For institutionally designated management or supervisory positions, at least 5 years of management or supervisory experience. Sustained record of professional participation and service at an institutional and regional level. AHIP membership or similar professional credential or certification, an additional advanced graduate degree in subject area pertinent to the position, or academic appointment. Basic level knowledge in the following areas: information services, information management, instruction and instructional design, leadership and management, archival management, evidence-based practice and research, and health information professionalism. Expert level knowledge in three or more of the following areas: information services, information management, instruction and instructional design, leadership and management, archival management, evidence-based practice and research, and health information professionalism.
Additional Qualifications:
Preferred Experience and/or Qualifications: Supervisory experience. Mayo Clinic Academy of Educational Excellence member. Participation on a Mayo Clinic Education, Research, or Practice Division committee or task force. Involvement in publishing or development of partnerships with other Mayo Clinic work groups or external organizations. Sustained record of professional participation and service at a national level. History of relevant scholarly publications or presentations. An additional advanced degree in a subject area pertinent to the position. Participation on a community service board or committee. Post-graduate work experience with a health care environment. Prior education in a scientific or medical discipline. Experience supervising remote employees. Experience supervising a team of librarians. Experience providing library outreach and instruction. Expertise in providing systematic review services. Experience using tools like EndNote, LibAnswers, and Covidence. Written and spoken fluency with the English language. Experience working in a remote environment as a health information professional. Expertise in providing literature searching services.
Exemption Status
Exempt
Compensation Detail
Librarian IV – $66,747 to $100,235 annually Librarian V – $75,130 to $112,736 annually
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Schedule Details
Monday – Friday, normal business hours
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
Recruiter
Ibby Gustamante