Librarian for Japanese Collections

About Stanford Libraries Stanford Libraries is a network of over fifteen libraries with over 400 employees. We are committed to fueling teaching, learning and research across Stanford by acquiring, stewarding, and making available a robust collection, currently in excess of 12 million items. About The Position The Librarian for Japanese Collections oversees the development of a complex and multifaceted collection of Japanese language materials covering all areas of Japan’s presence in Asia and beyond. The librarian will be the primary point of contact for all scholars and students using Japanese language materials and will be expected to provide expert reference support for both physical and electronic resources. Additional responsibilities include managing the collection budget, collaborating with other library areas, advising faculty, students, and staff on digital projects, exhibits, and events, and creating and maintaining a Japanese collection webpage and resource guides. Core Duties Plan, develop, and manage the collections budget for materials in all formats, both current and retrospective, in the Japanese language, including preservation decision‑making. Serve as liaison to Japanese Studies faculty and students, consulting on teaching and research needs, and protecting library user service through seminars, online guides, and reference consulting. Identify and acquire unique academic collections; enhance access through blog posts and online exhibits. Create and maintain the Japanese collection webpage and resource guides. Represent Stanford University Libraries in national and international Japanese librarian meetings and organizations. Identify potential grant opportunities and develop proposals for special projects or major acquisitions; collect data and write reports for library and grant organizations. Make decisions on relocating materials to offsite storage and involve preservation department as needed. Evaluate services and products and make recommendations for upgrading electronic and manual resource tools. Collaborate with other librarians to ensure coverage of interdisciplinary areas outside conventional subject boundaries. Solicit, assess, and manage gift collections, providing donors with information on donation terms. May manage staff or student staff. Qualifications Minimum Requirements Education and Experience: Advanced degree in a relevant academic discipline and/or in Library Science with at least two years of relevant experience in a library setting, or a combination of education and experience. Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of Japanese history, literature, and culture. Expert level proficiency in the Japanese language. Knowledge of current research trends in Japanese studies. Knowledge of information resources related to Japanese materials in all formats. Knowledge of trends in the publishing industry and book trade in Japan. Demonstrated ability to provide expert level reference for Japanese language resources. Strong collaboration skills in a team environment and across different groups. Ability to evaluate online resources for content quality, functionality, and user interface. Ability to write engaging descriptions to promote collections and/or projects. Understanding of contemporary library practices, trends, and emerging technologies. Ability to identify challenges and opportunities, engage others, and recommend appropriate actions. Commitment to contribute to the East Asia Library at Stanford University and collaborate effectively with the SUL organization. Evidence of engagement in relevant professional or academic communities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong presentation skills. Supplemental knowledge of Chinese, Korean, or another Asian language and relevant history and/or literature preferred. Experience with event planning, exhibit preparation, academic writing, and presentations preferred. Physical Requirements Constantly sit, perform desk‑based computer tasks. Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, write by hand, kneel/crawl, climb ladders, scaffolds, or other. Rarely use a telephone, operate hand controls. Push and maneuver a fully‑loaded cart weighing up to 650 pounds that requires an initial push force of up to 50 pounds. Working Conditions May work in confined spaces and at heights of 4–10 feet; be exposed to dust and mold; work extended hours, evenings, and weekends. Work Standards Interpersonal skills: demonstrate ability to work well with Stanford colleagues, clients, and external organizations. Promote culture of safety: demonstrate commitment to personal responsibility and safety values, communicate safety concerns, and use safe behaviors based on training. Compliance with all applicable University policies and procedures, including those found in the University’s Administrative Guide. The expected pay range for this position at Librarian 2 is $99,395 to $114,000 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. 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