Government Information and Collection Development Librarian Job at Digital Libra
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University of Colorado Boulder Libraries Job Announcement
Government Information and Collection Development Librarian
The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) Libraries invites applications from collaborative and innovative candidates for the position of Government Information and Collection Development Librarian. This tenure track faculty position serves as the Regional Coordinator for the Federal Depository Library Program for government documents and leads collection development for the State of Colorado government collections, the United Nations Collection, and international government documents. As the FDLP Regional Coordinator, this position will collaborate with the government documents community in the State of Colorado, work closely with collection staff to ensure access to the government documents collection, advise selective FDLP libraries on FDLP collection work, and ensure federal policy is followed. They also provide instruction, reference support, consultations, and outreach for Federal, State, and Local government collections. The librarian in this position is responsible for staying informed about changes in government information, particularly with respect to emerging technologies, trends in government information publishing, and Federal Depository Library policy and law.
This is a collaborative position that works closely with other Libraries faculty and staff to promote a culture of assessment and user engagement with government information from the CU community and the public. This position may also serve as a subject liaison for assigned academic departments. As a member of the University Libraries faculty, the Government Information and Collection Development Librarian will be expected to maintain a record of scholarly research/creative work, participate in professional service activities, and actively engage in faculty governance, in keeping with the tenure standards of the University of Colorado Boulder. A typical annual merit formula for tenure-track faculty is 40% librarianship, 40% research, and 20% service.
This position has the opportunity to work in a hybrid capacity and reports to the Head of the Collection Development & Assessment Unit.
What We Require
Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA‑accredited institution or a Juris Doctorate with relevant professional experience in a library setting;
Demonstrated ability to develop partnerships, collaborate with and receive input from others;
Demonstrated ability to support a welcoming and inclusive environment;
Demonstrated experience with the Federal Depository Library Program;
Collection management experience using Superintendent of Documents Classification (SuDoc);
Minimum of one year experience working with state, local, and/or other government documents collections;
Demonstrated ability to lead and organize projects that include multiple libraries and/or departments.
What You Will Need
Potential for research, scholarly work, and professional service;
Experience or coursework in government documents and strong knowledge base of the Federal Depository Program;
Experience with outreach to academic and external constituencies;
What We Would Like You to Have
Record of professional service and scholarly or creative work;
Demonstrated commitment to providing highly responsive teaching and learning practices;
Experience working with a wide variety of libraries and community members.
What You Should Know
This position is offered in a hybrid capacity. There will be an information session on Monday, April 13, 2026 from 12:00-12:45 pm. At the information session, the search committee will share information about the Government Information and Collection Development Librarian job search, working at CU Boulder, the tenure track, and answer attendee questions. A webinar link will be provided to registrants via email.
Application Process
Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 pm on April 26, 2026, to receive full consideration. The application must be made online at CU Boulder Jobs (posting 70871) and must include the following:
A cover letter of application specifically addressing qualifications for the position;
CV/Resume;
References will be requested at a later stage in the search process. Questions may be directed to George Karpoff, Search Coordinator, at George.Karpoff@Colorado.edu.
Direct Link to Apply
https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/?jobId=70871
The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin. The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and, when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.
The University Libraries encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
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Government Information and Collection Development Librarian
The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) Libraries invites applications from collaborative and innovative candidates for the position of Government Information and Collection Development Librarian. This tenure track faculty position serves as the Regional Coordinator for the Federal Depository Library Program for government documents and leads collection development for the State of Colorado government collections, the United Nations Collection, and international government documents. As the FDLP Regional Coordinator, this position will collaborate with the government documents community in the State of Colorado, work closely with collection staff to ensure access to the government documents collection, advise selective FDLP libraries on FDLP collection work, and ensure federal policy is followed. They also provide instruction, reference support, consultations, and outreach for Federal, State, and Local government collections. The librarian in this position is responsible for staying informed about changes in government information, particularly with respect to emerging technologies, trends in government information publishing, and Federal Depository Library policy and law.
This is a collaborative position that works closely with other Libraries faculty and staff to promote a culture of assessment and user engagement with government information from the CU community and the public. This position may also serve as a subject liaison for assigned academic departments. As a member of the University Libraries faculty, the Government Information and Collection Development Librarian will be expected to maintain a record of scholarly research/creative work, participate in professional service activities, and actively engage in faculty governance, in keeping with the tenure standards of the University of Colorado Boulder. A typical annual merit formula for tenure-track faculty is 40% librarianship, 40% research, and 20% service.
This position has the opportunity to work in a hybrid capacity and reports to the Head of the Collection Development & Assessment Unit.
What We Require
Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA‑accredited institution or a Juris Doctorate with relevant professional experience in a library setting;
Demonstrated ability to develop partnerships, collaborate with and receive input from others;
Demonstrated ability to support a welcoming and inclusive environment;
Demonstrated experience with the Federal Depository Library Program;
Collection management experience using Superintendent of Documents Classification (SuDoc);
Minimum of one year experience working with state, local, and/or other government documents collections;
Demonstrated ability to lead and organize projects that include multiple libraries and/or departments.
What You Will Need
Potential for research, scholarly work, and professional service;
Experience or coursework in government documents and strong knowledge base of the Federal Depository Program;
Experience with outreach to academic and external constituencies;
What We Would Like You to Have
Record of professional service and scholarly or creative work;
Demonstrated commitment to providing highly responsive teaching and learning practices;
Experience working with a wide variety of libraries and community members.
What You Should Know
This position is offered in a hybrid capacity. There will be an information session on Monday, April 13, 2026 from 12:00-12:45 pm. At the information session, the search committee will share information about the Government Information and Collection Development Librarian job search, working at CU Boulder, the tenure track, and answer attendee questions. A webinar link will be provided to registrants via email.
Application Process
Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 pm on April 26, 2026, to receive full consideration. The application must be made online at CU Boulder Jobs (posting 70871) and must include the following:
A cover letter of application specifically addressing qualifications for the position;
CV/Resume;
References will be requested at a later stage in the search process. Questions may be directed to George Karpoff, Search Coordinator, at George.Karpoff@Colorado.edu.
Direct Link to Apply
https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/?jobId=70871
The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin. The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and, when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.
The University Libraries encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
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