Collections & Discovery Librarian Job at University of North Carolina Asheville

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student‑centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville’s commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under‑represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre‑employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.

Position Information

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student‑centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed.

Position Type

EHRA Staff

Title

Collections & Discovery Librarian

Position Number

006145

Recruitment Range

$70,000-$74,301

Work Schedule and Hours

Typical hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. May involve flexibility in work schedule to attend to special projects and to solve major problems.

Full-Time / Part-Time

Full-Time

Months per Year

12 Months

Position Summary

Reporting to the University Librarian, the Collections & Discovery Librarian provides leadership for the acquisition, description, discovery, and ongoing management of the library’s print and electronic collections. This position oversees the full lifecycle of resources in all formats and plays a key role in optimizing access and discovery through the Ex Libris Alma Library Services Platform ( LSP ) and Primo VE discovery interface.

The Collections & Discovery Librarian coordinates Collections Management operations, including acquisitions, cataloging/metadata, serials, and e‑resources, and ensures that workflows support an exceptional user experience. The position also manages the library materials budget, collaborates on collection development, and serves as the primary contact with the Western North Carolina Library Network ( WNCLN ) and other consortial partners to leverage shared systems and resources effectively.

FLSA

Exempt

Required Education/Experience/Skills

• Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science from an ALA -accredited program (or equivalent degree recognized by ALA ).
• Commitment to high‑quality service and support of the academic needs of students and faculty.

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills

• Three or more years of progressively responsible experience in technical services or collection management in an academic library setting.
• Experience with the Ex Libris Alma LSP and Primo VE, or comparable integrated library and discovery systems.
• Experience managing library materials budgets and developing workflows that support fiscal responsibility.
• Experience with acquisitions, serials, and/or cataloging in a shared systems environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough understanding of technical services operations, metadata standards, and the resource lifecycle for both print and electronic materials.
• Familiarity with current cataloging and metadata standards (e.g., RDA , MARC , LCSH , LC Classification), linked data concepts, and emerging practices.
• Understanding of the principles, practices, and tools of electronic resource management, including licensing, authentication, troubleshooting, and usage analysis.
• Ability to configure and optimize workflows in Alma and Primo VE to improve resource discovery and access.
• Proficiency with OCLC systems and bibliographic utilities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills in person, in writing, and online.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor, and evaluate library staff and student workers.
• Ability to work collaboratively and collegially with colleagues and partners in a diverse environment.

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre‑employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.

Posting Number

E0528

Posting Date

10/09/2025

Closing Date

11/09/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • UNC Asheville website
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • Indeed
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • LinkedIn
  • HERC
  • NC Works Online (formerly Employment Security)
  • UNC System website (northcarolina.edu)
  • X (formerly Twitter)
  • Circa (formerly Local Job Network)
  • NorthCarolinaDiversity.com
  • Other

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents

• Other Documents

Equal Opportunity / Affinity Action Employer

UNC Asheville is committed to equality and diversity of experiences for our students, applicants and employees. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply regardless of socio‑economic status, gender expression, gender and sexual identity, culture, and ideological beliefs. UNC Asheville is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will not discriminate against applicants and employees on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other legally protected status with respect to all terms, conditions, and privileges of university-sponsored activities, employment, and the use of university facilities.