Copyright Librarian PD

221 Hesburgh Library, Notre Dame, Indiana 46556-5629 USA
tel (574) 631-6679 fax (574) 631-6772 web library.nd.edu
Copyright Librarian
The Copyright Librarian is the Hesburgh Libraries’ coordinator and consultant on issues that
span copyright, licensing, scholarly communications and information policies pertaining to
library services and initiatives. In conjunction with the University of Notre Dame’s Office of
General Counsel and internal library stakeholders, this individual is responsible for analyzing
intellectual property policies that pertain to the creation, addition, or use of copyrighted or
licensed content.
As a member of the Digital Library Initiatives and Scholarship Program and the Center for
Digital Scholarship, this position oversees efforts within the Libraries to ensure that the use and
dissemination of resources is compliant with university policies. This individual guides overall
library activities pertaining to copyright in conjunction with campus stakeholders.
The individual also provides information about copyright-related issues in the library, for
example fair use, permissions, scholarly communications, and specialized requirements of data
access, use, and sharing. The position considers issues related to emerging technologies specific
to copyright, rights management, and intellectual property as it relates to a university library. As
a new area of focus, the individual will contribute to the long-term evolution of the position.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serves as the Libraries’ internal coordinator regarding the use, creation and dissemination
of copyrighted works. Provides direction regarding copyright, content and related
licensing, and permissions. Recommends best practices, for example, with
documentation and training on copyright compliance issues. This includes exploring
intellectual property issues pertaining to the Libraries’ digital repository, CurateND.
In consultation with University's Office of General Counsel and other library and campus
stakeholders, oversees the Libraries’ comprehensive approach in coordinating efforts to
ensure that terms, conditions, and expectations for use of library resources are clearly
communicated to users.
Using university legal counsel as a resource, organizes and develops seminars, programs,
and workshops to educate faculty and students about copyright and licensing practices.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library and Information Science or J.D. and significant
experience with copyright required. 2-3 years post-graduate experience in a legal or higher
education setting preferred. Electronic content licensing experience preferred.
Strong oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, enthusiasm for instruction
and communicating emerging issues, experience working with Section 108 of the US Copyright
Act, and a proven ability to work well with colleagues required.
The ability and willingness to provide excellent service and to work in a collegial manner with
students, faculty and staff, and other constituencies is essential.
Salary and Benefits:
Appointment salary and rank are competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Librarians are non-tenure track members of the Library Faculty. The University offers an
excellent benefits and annual vacation package.
Environment:
The University of Notre Dame is a highly selective national Catholic teaching and research
university in northern Indiana about ninety miles from Chicago. Approximately 8,200
undergraduates and 3,100 graduate students pursue a broad range of studies. For more
information about the University of Notre Dame, please visit the University of Notre Dame
homepage at http://nd.edu/. The Hesburgh Libraries (http://library.nd.edu) hold about 3.5
million volumes and provide access to more than 23,000 serials. The Libraries have 124 staff and
50 librarians. The Libraries are a member of the Academic Libraries of Indiana (ALI), ARL,
NERL and other consortia. The University of Notre Dame is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer strongly committed to diversity. We value qualified candidates who can bring a
variety of backgrounds to our community.
Further details & application instructions:
This position posting and application instructions can be found on the Interfolio website:
apply.interfolio.com/28886
This position posting and additional information about Hesburgh Libraries can be found on the
Libraries’ website: http://www.library.nd.edu/about/employment/
Review of applications will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled.
For additional information about working at the University of Notre Dame and various benefits
available to employees, please visit http://hr.nd.edu/why-nd. The University of Notre Dame
supports the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program
(http://hr.nd.edu/employment-opportunities/dualcareer/) in place to assist relocating spouses and
significant others with their job search.
The University of Notre Dame is committed to diversity (http://diversity.nd.edu/) in its staff,
faculty, and student body. As such, we strongly encourage applications from members of
minority groups, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and others who will enhance our
community. The University of Notre Dame, an international Catholic research university, is an
equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.