DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF LIBRARIANS. 4.01 All Librarians have certain duties and responsibilities which derive from their practice as Librarians and their position as members of the academic community with academic freedom. The duties and responsibilities of Librarians shall be an appropriate combination of: (a) professional practice in the University Library by providing professional consultation and assistance to library users and by maintaining and developing the library holdings and information systems on the basis of the needs of Academic Units and the financial resources allocated to the Library. In addition, Librarians are expected to develop their professional knowledge in Library administrative and committee work; (b) academic service within the University, which may include working with other members of the University community to enhance the academic excellence of the University and the quality of academic life, and working in the community at large through the application of the Librarian's academic or professional competence or expertise; (c) research, scholarship, teaching, creative and professional activities. 4.02 The pattern of these responsibilities may vary from time to time and from individual to individual. For the majority of Librarians, however, the principal duties shall be in (a) above. 4.03 Librarians have a professional duty to develop and maintain their competence and effectiveness. In carrying out their duties, Librarians shall: (a) discharge their assigned responsibilities in accordance with the appropriate Senate resolutions and regulations; (b) have the responsibility to xxxxxx a free exchange of ideas, to refuse to practise or permit censorship, and to strive to ensure the fullest possible access to library materials for members of the University community; (c) have the right to exercise professional discretion provided that they do not infringe upon the academic freedom of others. 4.04 Librarians shall have the right and responsibility to take a fair and reasonable share of administrative responsibilities other than those comprising part of their principal responsibilities: (a) through membership on appropriate bodies, and on Faculty, School, University, and other Committees and Boards; (b) by undertaking other administrative tasks. 4.05 A Librarian shall be elected or appointed to such bodies as listed in Clause 4.04(a) or undertake other administrative tasks only with his or her consent. A Librarian shall not unreasonably withhold his or her consent. Those who have the responsibility to make such appointments shall make every effort to ensure that academic service commitments are equitably shared. 4.06 Appointment to an administrative position or assignment to administrative duties in the Library shall not be contingent upon rank. 4.07 In the exercise of professional or administrative responsibilities, Librarians shall treat academic colleagues and students so that objectivity, fairness, respect for privacy and absence of discrimination are maintained in all deliberations, recommendations and decisions. 4.08 Participation of Librarians in the work of learned societies, disciplinary associations, professional organizations and associations, and organizations related to the professional competence or expertise of Librarians shall constitute academic service within the meaning of Clause 4.01(b). 4.09 The duty to engage in scholarly activity as set out in Clause 4.01 (c) includes: (a) the conduct of research, scholarship, and critical, creative, professional or developmental work; (b) the dissemination of such work through publication, demonstration, presentation, exhibition or performance, or by other means appropriate to the discipline. 4.10 The University Librarian shall ensure that the assignment of duties and responsibilities is fair, equitable and reasonable. 4.11 If the responsibilities associated with a Librarian’s assigned duties exceed a reasonable amount, he or she shall be granted compensatory reduction by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the University Librarian. The University Librarian shall specify any changes in writing. (a) When such an excess would result from a planned change to a Librarian’s duties, either on a continuing or a limited-term basis, the compensatory reduction shall be agreed to before the change in duties takes effect. (b) When such an excess has resulted from growth in the responsibilities associated with previously assigned duties, the compensatory reduction shall be made within ten (10) days of the Librarian applying to the University Librarian in writing for such a reduction. (a) Support for professional development on full salary shall be granted by the University Librarian to a Librarian to pursue approved research projects or professional development opportunities without distraction. Librarians holding tenured or tenure-track appointments are eligible for this support. Librarians holding regular term appointments are also eligible for this support when they have accumulated more than two (2) years of service over a period not exceeding five (5) years. They are then eligible for the support in every subsequent year of appointment unless there is a period of five (5) or more calendar years separating appointments. For regular term appointees holding part-time appointments, years of service shall be calculated according to the formula of Clause 17.17, and the release for research and professional development shall be for twenty (20) days. (b) A Librarian seeking such support for research or professional development shall submit a proposal to the University Librarian specifying the project or opportunity for approval. Such a project can relate to library science or to an academic subject within the expertise of the Librarian. (c) Such support shall provide release from normal responsibilities for four (4) weeks in each year of service which, if not taken, may be accumulated for up to two (2) years (up to eight (8) weeks of release). (d) Such release from normal responsibilities shall be scheduled by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the University Librarian. (e) Achievements of Librarians during such release from normal responsibilities shall be evaluated as additional criteria in performance and promotion evaluations. These achievements shall be assessed under Clause 4.01 (a), (b), and (c), as appropriate.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF LIBRARIANS. 4.01 All Librarians have certain duties and responsibilities which derive from their practice as Librarians and their position as members of the academic community with academic freedom. The duties and responsibilities of Librarians shall be an appropriate combination of:
(a) professional practice in the University Library by providing professional consultation and assistance to library users and by maintaining and developing the library holdings and information systems on the basis of the needs of Academic Units and the financial resources allocated to the Library. In addition, Librarians are expected to develop their professional knowledge in Library administrative and committee work;
(b) academic service within the University, which may include working with other members of the University community to enhance the academic excellence of the University and the quality of academic life, and working in the community at large through the application of the Librarian's ’s academic or professional competence or expertise;
(c) research, scholarship, teaching, creative and professional activitiesscholarly activity as set out in Clause 4.09.
4.02 The pattern of these responsibilities may vary from time to time and from individual to individual. For the majority of Librarians, however, the principal duties shall be in (a) above.
4.03 Librarians have a professional duty to develop and maintain their competence and effectiveness. In carrying out their duties, Librarians shall:
(a) discharge their assigned responsibilities in accordance with the appropriate Senate resolutions and regulations;
(b) have the responsibility to xxxxxx a free exchange of ideas, to refuse to practise practice or permit censorship, and to strive to ensure the fullest possible access to library materials for members of the University community;
(c) have the right to exercise professional discretion provided that they do not infringe upon the academic freedom of others.
4.04 Librarians shall have the right and responsibility to take a fair and reasonable share of administrative responsibilities other than those comprising part of their principal responsibilities:
(a) through membership on appropriate bodies, and on Faculty, School, University, and other Committees and Boards;
(b) by undertaking other administrative tasks.
4.05 A Librarian shall be elected or appointed to such bodies as listed in Clause 4.04(a) or undertake other administrative tasks only with his or her their consent. A Librarian shall not unreasonably withhold his or her their consent. Those who have the responsibility to make such appointments shall make every effort to ensure that academic service commitments are equitably shared.
4.06 Appointment to an administrative position or assignment to administrative duties in the Library shall not be contingent upon rank.
4.07 In the exercise of professional or administrative responsibilities, Librarians shall treat academic colleagues and students so that objectivity, fairness, respect for privacy and absence of discrimination are maintained in all deliberations, recommendations and decisions.
4.08 Participation of Librarians in the work of learned societies, disciplinary associations, professional organizations and associations, and organizations related to the professional competence or expertise of Librarians shall constitute academic service within the meaning of Clause 4.01(b).
4.09 The duty to engage in scholarly activity as set out in Clause 4.01 (c) includes:
(a) the conduct of research, scholarship, and critical, creative, professional or developmental work;
(b) the dissemination of such work through publication, teaching, demonstration, presentation, exhibition or performance, or by other means appropriate to the discipline.
4.10 The Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian Librarian) shall ensure that the assignment of duties and responsibilities is fair, equitable and reasonable.
4.11 If the responsibilities associated with a Librarian’s assigned duties exceed a reasonable amount, he or she they shall be granted compensatory reduction by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian). The Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian Librarian) shall specify any changes in writing.
(a) When such an excess would result from a planned change to a Librarian’s duties, either on a continuing or a limited-term basis, the compensatory reduction shall be agreed to before the change in duties takes effect.
(b) When such an excess has resulted from growth in the responsibilities associated with previously assigned duties, the compensatory reduction shall be made within ten (10) days of the Librarian applying to the Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian Librarian) in writing for such a reduction.
(a) Support for professional development on full salary shall be granted by the Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian Librarian) to a Librarian to pursue approved research projects or professional development opportunities without distraction. Librarians holding tenured or tenure-track appointments are eligible for this support. Librarians holding regular term appointments are also eligible for this support when they have accumulated more than two (2) years of service over a period not exceeding five (5) years. They are then eligible for the support in every subsequent year of appointment unless there is a period of five (5) or more calendar years separating appointments. For regular term appointees holding part-time appointments, years of service shall be calculated according to the formula of Clause 17.1716.17, and the release for research and professional development shall be for twenty (20) days.
(b) A Librarian seeking such support for research or professional development shall submit a proposal proposal, to the Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian Librarian) specifying the project or opportunity for approval. Such a project can relate to library science or to an academic subject within the expertise of the Librarian.
(c) Such support shall provide release from normal responsibilities for four (4) weeks in each year of service which, if not taken, may be accumulated for up to two (2) years (up to eight (8) weeks of release).
(d) Such release from normal responsibilities shall be scheduled by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian).
(e) Achievements of Librarians during such release from normal responsibilities shall be evaluated as additional criteria in performance and promotion evaluations. These achievements shall be assessed under Clause 4.01 (a4.01(a), (b), and (c), as appropriate.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF LIBRARIANS. 4.01 All Librarians have certain duties and responsibilities which derive from their practice as Librarians and their position as members of the academic community with academic freedom. The duties and responsibilities of Librarians shall be an appropriate combination of:
(a) professional practice in the University Library by providing professional consultation and assistance to library users and by maintaining and developing the library holdings and information systems on the basis of the needs of Academic Units and the financial resources allocated to the Library. In addition, Librarians are expected to develop their professional knowledge in Library administrative and committee work;
(b) academic service within the University, which may include working with other members of the University community to enhance the academic excellence of the University and the quality of academic life, and working in the community at large through the application of the Librarian's ’s academic or professional competence or expertise;
(c) research, scholarship, teaching, creative and professional activitiesscholarly activity as set out in Clause 4.09.
4.02 The pattern of these responsibilities may vary from time to time and from individual to individual. For the majority of Librarians, however, the principal duties shall be in (a) above.
4.03 Librarians have a professional duty to develop and maintain their competence and effectiveness. In carrying out their duties, Librarians shall:
(a) discharge their assigned responsibilities in accordance with the appropriate Senate resolutions and regulations;
(b) have the responsibility to xxxxxx a free exchange of ideas, to refuse to practise practice or permit censorship, and to strive to ensure the fullest possible access to library materials for members of the University community;
(c) have the right to exercise professional discretion provided that they do not infringe upon the academic freedom of others.
4.04 Librarians shall have the right and responsibility to take a fair and reasonable share of administrative responsibilities other than those comprising part of their principal responsibilities:
(a) through membership on appropriate bodies, and on Faculty, School, University, and other Committees and Boards;
(b) by undertaking other administrative tasks.
4.05 A Librarian shall be elected or appointed to such bodies as listed in Clause 4.04(a) or undertake other administrative tasks only with his or her their consent. A Librarian shall not unreasonably withhold his or her their consent. Those who have the responsibility to make such appointments shall make every effort to ensure that academic service commitments are equitably shared.
4.06 Appointment to an administrative position or assignment to administrative duties in the Library shall not be contingent upon rank.
4.07 In the exercise of professional or administrative responsibilities, Librarians shall treat academic colleagues and students so that objectivity, fairness, respect for privacy and absence of discrimination are maintained in all deliberations, recommendations and decisions.
4.08 Participation of Librarians in the work of learned societies, disciplinary associations, professional organizations and associations, and organizations related to the professional competence or expertise of Librarians shall constitute academic service within the meaning of Clause 4.01(b).
4.09 The duty to engage in scholarly activity as set out in Clause 4.01 (c) includes:
(a) the conduct of research, scholarship, and critical, creative, professional or developmental work;
(b) the dissemination of such work through publication, teaching, demonstration, presentation, exhibition or performance, or by other means appropriate to the discipline.
4.10 The University Librarian shall ensure that the assignment of duties and responsibilities is fair, equitable and reasonable.
4.11 If the responsibilities associated with a Librarian’s assigned duties exceed a reasonable amount, he or she they shall be granted compensatory reduction by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the University Librarian. The University Librarian shall specify any changes in writing.
(a) When such an excess would result from a planned change to a Librarian’s duties, either on a continuing or a limited-term basis, the compensatory reduction shall be agreed to before the change in duties takes effect.
(b) When such an excess has resulted from growth in the responsibilities associated with previously assigned duties, the compensatory reduction shall be made within ten (10) days of the Librarian applying to the University Librarian in writing for such a reduction.
(a) Support for professional development on full salary shall be granted by the University Librarian to a Librarian to pursue approved research projects or professional development opportunities without distraction. Librarians holding tenured or tenure-track appointments are eligible for this support. Librarians holding regular term appointments are also eligible for this support when they have accumulated more than two (2) years of service over a period not exceeding five (5) years. They are then eligible for the support in every subsequent year of appointment unless there is a period of five (5) or more calendar years separating appointments. For regular term appointees holding part-time appointments, years of service shall be calculated according to the formula of Clause 17.17, and the release for research and professional development shall be for twenty (20) days.
(b) A Librarian seeking such support for research or professional development shall submit a proposal proposal, to the University Librarian specifying the project or opportunity for approval. Such a project can relate to library science or to an academic subject within the expertise of the Librarian.
(c) Such support shall provide release from normal responsibilities for four (4) weeks in each year of service which, if not taken, may be accumulated for up to two (2) years (up to eight (8) weeks of release).
(d) Such release from normal responsibilities shall be scheduled by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the University Librarian.
(e) Achievements of Librarians during such release from normal responsibilities shall be evaluated as additional criteria in performance and promotion evaluations. These achievements shall be assessed under Clause 4.01 (a4.01(a), (b), and (c), as appropriate.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF LIBRARIANS. 4.01 All Librarians have certain duties and responsibilities which derive from their practice as Librarians and their position as members of the academic community with academic freedom. The duties and responsibilities of Librarians shall be an appropriate combination of:
(a) professional practice in the University Library by providing professional consultation and assistance to library users and by maintaining and developing the library holdings and information systems on the basis of the needs of Academic Units and the financial resources allocated to the Library. In addition, Librarians are expected to develop their professional knowledge in Library administrative and committee work;
(b) academic service within the University, which may include working with other members of the University community to enhance the academic excellence of the University and the quality of academic life, and working in the community at large through the application of the Librarian's ’s academic or professional competence or expertise;
(c) research, scholarship, teaching, creative and professional activitiesscholarly activity as set out in Clause 4.09.
4.02 The pattern of these responsibilities may vary from time to time and from individual to individual. For the majority of Librarians, however, the principal duties shall be in (a) above.
4.03 Librarians have a professional duty to develop and maintain their competence and effectiveness. In carrying out their duties, Librarians shall:
(a) discharge their assigned responsibilities in accordance with the appropriate Senate resolutions and regulations;
(b) have the responsibility to xxxxxx a free exchange of ideas, to refuse to practise practice or permit censorship, and to strive to ensure the fullest possible access to library materials for members of the University community;
(c) have the right to exercise professional discretion provided that they do not infringe upon the academic freedom of others.
4.04 Librarians shall have the right and responsibility to take a fair and reasonable share of administrative responsibilities other than those comprising part of their principal responsibilities:
(a) through membership on appropriate bodies, and on Faculty, School, University, and other Committees and Boards;
(b) by undertaking other administrative tasks.
4.05 A Librarian shall be elected or appointed to such bodies as listed in Clause 4.04(a) or undertake other administrative tasks only with his or her their consent. A Librarian shall not unreasonably withhold his or her their consent. Those who have the responsibility to make such appointments shall make every effort to ensure that academic service commitments are equitably shared.
4.06 Appointment to an administrative position or assignment to administrative duties in the Library shall not be contingent upon rank.
4.07 In the exercise of professional or administrative responsibilities, Librarians shall treat academic colleagues and students so that objectivity, fairness, respect for privacy and absence of discrimination are maintained in all deliberations, recommendations and decisions.
4.08 Participation of Librarians in the work of learned societies, disciplinary associations, professional organizations and associations, and organizations related to the professional competence or expertise of Librarians shall constitute academic service within the meaning of Clause 4.01(b).
4.09 The duty to engage in scholarly activity as set out in Clause 4.01 (c) includes:
(a) the conduct of research, scholarship, and critical, creative, professional or developmental work;
(b) the dissemination of such work through publication, teaching, demonstration, presentation, exhibition or performance, or by other means appropriate to the discipline.
4.10 The Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian Librarian) shall ensure that the assignment of duties and responsibilities is fair, equitable and reasonable.
4.11 If the responsibilities associated with a Librarian’s assigned duties exceed a reasonable amount, he or she they shall be granted compensatory reduction by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian). The Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian Librarian) shall specify any changes in writing.
(a) When such an excess would result from a planned change to a Librarian’s duties, either on a continuing or a limited-term basis, the compensatory reduction shall be agreed to before the change in duties takes effect.
(b) When such an excess has resulted from growth in the responsibilities associated with previously assigned duties, the compensatory reduction shall be made within ten (10) days of the Librarian applying to the Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian Librarian) in writing for such a reduction.. SUPPORT FOR RESEARCH AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
4.12 (a) Support for professional development on full salary shall be granted by the Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian Librarian) to a Librarian to pursue approved research projects or professional development opportunities without distraction. Librarians holding tenured or tenure-track appointments are eligible for this support. Librarians holding regular term appointments are also eligible for this support when they have accumulated more than two (2) years of service over a period not exceeding five (5) years. They are then eligible for the support in every subsequent year of appointment unless there is a period of five (5) or more calendar years separating appointments. For regular term appointees holding part-time appointments, years of service shall be calculated according to the formula of Clause 17.1716.17, and the release for research and professional development shall be for twenty (20) days.
(b) A Librarian seeking such support for research or professional development shall submit a proposal to the University Librarian specifying the project or opportunity for approval. Such a project can relate to library science or to an academic subject within the expertise of the Librarian.
(c) Such support shall provide release from normal responsibilities for four (4) weeks in each year of service which, if not taken, may be accumulated for up to two (2) years (up to eight (8) weeks of release).
(d) Such release from normal responsibilities shall be scheduled by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the University Librarian.
(e) Achievements of Librarians during such release from normal responsibilities shall be evaluated as additional criteria in performance and promotion evaluations. These achievements shall be assessed under Clause 4.01 (a), (b), and (c), as appropriate.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF LIBRARIANS. 4.01 All Librarians have certain duties and responsibilities which derive from their practice as Librarians and their position as members of the academic community with academic freedom. The duties and responsibilities of Librarians shall be an appropriate combination of:
(a) professional practice in the University Library by providing professional consultation and assistance to library users and by maintaining and developing the library holdings and information systems on the basis of the needs of Academic Units and the financial resources allocated to the Library. In addition, Librarians are expected to develop their professional knowledge in Library administrative and committee work;
(b) academic service within the University, which may include working with other members of the University community to enhance the academic excellence of the University and the quality of academic life, and working in the community at large through the application of the Librarian's academic or professional competence or expertise;
(c) research, scholarship, teaching, creative and professional activities.
4.02 The pattern of these responsibilities may vary from time to time and from individual to individual. For the majority of Librarians, however, the principal duties shall be in (a) above.
4.03 Librarians have a professional duty to develop and maintain their competence and effectiveness. In carrying out their duties, Librarians shall:
(a) discharge their assigned responsibilities in accordance with the appropriate Senate resolutions and regulations;
(b) have the responsibility to xxxxxx a free exchange of ideas, to refuse to practise or permit censorship, and to strive to ensure the fullest possible access to library materials for members of the University community;
(c) have the right to exercise professional discretion provided that they do not infringe upon the academic freedom of others.
4.04 Librarians shall have the right and responsibility to take a fair and reasonable share of administrative responsibilities other than those comprising part of their principal responsibilities:
(a) through membership on appropriate bodies, and on Faculty, School, University, and other Committees and Boards;
(b) by undertaking other administrative tasks.
4.05 A Librarian shall be elected or appointed to such bodies as listed in Clause 4.04(a) or undertake other administrative tasks only with his or her consent. A Librarian shall not unreasonably withhold his or her consent. Those who have the responsibility to make such appointments shall make every effort to ensure that academic service commitments are equitably shared.
4.06 Appointment to an administrative position or assignment to administrative duties in the Library shall not be contingent upon rank.
4.07 In the exercise of professional or administrative responsibilities, Librarians shall treat academic colleagues and students so that objectivity, fairness, respect for privacy and absence of discrimination are maintained in all deliberations, recommendations and decisions.
4.08 Participation of Librarians in the work of learned societies, disciplinary associations, professional organizations and associations, and organizations related to the professional competence or expertise of Librarians shall constitute academic service within the meaning of Clause 4.01(b).
4.09 The duty to engage in scholarly activity as set out in Clause 4.01 (c) includes:
(a) the conduct of research, scholarship, and critical, creative, professional or developmental work;
(b) the dissemination of such work through publication, demonstration, presentation, exhibition or performance, or by other means appropriate to the discipline.
4.10 The University Librarian shall ensure that the assignment of duties and responsibilities is fair, equitable and reasonable.
4.11 If the responsibilities associated with a Librarian’s assigned duties exceed a reasonable amount, he or she shall be granted compensatory reduction by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the University Librarian. The University Librarian shall specify any changes in writing.
(a) When such an excess would result from a planned change to a Librarian’s duties, either on a continuing or a limited-term basis, the compensatory reduction shall be agreed to before the change in duties takes effect.
(b) When such an excess has resulted from growth in the responsibilities associated with previously assigned duties, the compensatory reduction shall be made within ten (10) days of the Librarian applying to the University Librarian in writing for such a reduction.
(a) Support for professional development on full salary shall be granted by the University Librarian to a Librarian to pursue approved research projects or professional development opportunities without distraction. Librarians holding tenured or tenure-track appointments are eligible for this support. Librarians holding regular term appointments are also eligible for this support when they have accumulated more than two (2) years of service over a period not exceeding five (5) years. They are then eligible for the support in every subsequent year of appointment unless there is a period of five (5) or more calendar years separating appointments. For regular term appointees holding part-time appointments, years of service shall be calculated according to the formula of Clause 17.17, and the release for research and professional development shall be for twenty (20) days.
(b) A Librarian seeking such support for research or professional development shall submit a proposal to the University Librarian specifying the project or opportunity for approval. Such a project can relate to library science or to an academic subject within the expertise of the Librarian.
(c) Such support shall provide release from normal responsibilities for four (4) weeks in each year of service which, if not taken, may be accumulated for up to two (2) years (up to eight (8) weeks of release).
(d) Such release from normal responsibilities shall be scheduled by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the University Librarian.
(e) Achievements of Librarians during such release from normal responsibilities shall be evaluated as additional criteria in performance and promotion evaluations. These achievements shall be assessed under Clause 4.01 (a), (b), and (c), as appropriate.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF LIBRARIANS. 4.01 All Librarians have certain duties and responsibilities which derive from their practice as Librarians and their position as members of the academic community with academic freedom. The duties and responsibilities of Librarians shall be an appropriate combination of:
(a) professional practice in the University Library by providing professional consultation and assistance to library users and by maintaining and developing the library holdings and information systems on the basis of the needs of Academic Units and the financial resources allocated to the Library. In addition, Librarians are expected to develop their professional knowledge in Library administrative and committee work;
(b) academic service within the University, which may include working with other members of the University community to enhance the academic excellence of the University and the quality of academic life, and working in the community at large through the application of the Librarian's academic or professional competence or expertise;
(c) research, scholarship, teaching, creative and professional activities.
4.02 The pattern of these responsibilities may vary from time to time and from individual to individual. For the majority of Librarians, however, the principal duties shall be in (a) above.
4.03 Librarians have a professional duty to develop and maintain their competence and effectiveness. In carrying out their duties, Librarians shall:
(a) discharge their assigned responsibilities in accordance with the appropriate Senate resolutions and regulations;
(b) have the responsibility to xxxxxx a free exchange of ideas, to refuse to practise or permit censorship, and to strive to ensure the fullest possible access to library materials for members of the University community;
(c) have the right to exercise professional discretion provided that they do not infringe upon the academic freedom of others.
4.04 Librarians shall have the right and responsibility to take a fair and reasonable share of administrative responsibilities other than those comprising part of their principal responsibilities:
(a) through membership on appropriate bodies, and on Faculty, School, University, and other Committees and Boards;
(b) by undertaking other administrative tasks.
4.05 A Librarian shall be elected or appointed to such bodies as listed in Clause 4.04(a) or undertake other administrative tasks only with his or her consent. A Librarian shall not unreasonably withhold his or her consent. Those who have the responsibility to make such appointments shall make every effort to ensure that academic service commitments are equitably shared.
4.06 Appointment to an administrative position or assignment to administrative duties in the Library shall not be contingent upon rank.
4.07 In the exercise of professional or administrative responsibilities, Librarians shall treat academic colleagues and students so that objectivity, fairness, respect for privacy and absence of discrimination are maintained in all deliberations, recommendations and decisions.
4.08 Participation of Librarians in the work of learned societies, disciplinary associations, professional organizations and associations, and organizations related to the professional competence or expertise of Librarians shall constitute academic service within the meaning of Clause 4.01(b).
4.09 The duty to engage in scholarly activity as set out in Clause 4.01 (c) includes:
(a) the conduct of research, scholarship, and critical, creative, professional or developmental work;
(b) the dissemination of such work through publication, demonstration, presentation, exhibition or performance, or by other means appropriate to the discipline.
4.10 The University Librarian shall ensure that the assignment of duties and responsibilities is fair, equitable and reasonable.
4.11 If the responsibilities associated with a Librarian’s assigned duties exceed a reasonable amount, he or she shall be granted compensatory reduction by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the University Librarian. The University Librarian shall specify any changes in writing.
(a) When such an excess would result from a planned change to a Librarian’s duties, either on a continuing or a limited-term basis, the compensatory reduction shall be agreed to before the change in duties takes effect.
(b) When such an excess has resulted from growth in the responsibilities associated with previously assigned duties, the compensatory reduction shall be made within ten (10) days of the Librarian applying to the University Librarian in writing for such a reduction.
(a) Support for professional development on full salary shall be granted by the University Librarian to a Librarian to pursue approved research projects or professional development opportunities without distraction. Librarians holding tenured or tenure-track appointments are eligible for this support. Librarians holding regular term appointments are also eligible for this support when they have accumulated more than two (2) years of service over a period not exceeding five (5) years. They are then eligible for the support in every subsequent year of appointment unless there is a period of five (5) or more calendar years separating appointments. For regular term appointees holding part-time appointments, years of service shall be calculated according to the formula of Clause 17.17, and the release for research and professional development shall be for twenty (20) days.
(b) A Librarian seeking such support for research or professional development shall submit a proposal to the University Librarian specifying the project or opportunity for approval. Such a project can relate to library science or to an academic subject within the expertise of the Librarian.
(c) Such support shall provide release from normal responsibilities for four (4) weeks in each year of service which, if not taken, may be accumulated for up to two (2) years (up to eight (8) weeks of release).
(d) Such release from normal responsibilities shall be scheduled by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the University Librarian.
(e) Achievements of Librarians during such release from normal responsibilities shall be evaluated as additional criteria in performance and promotion evaluations. These achievements shall be assessed under Clause 4.01 (a), (b), and (c), as appropriate.. Article 5
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Samples: Collective Agreement
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF LIBRARIANS. 4.01 All Librarians have certain duties and responsibilities which derive from their practice as Librarians and their position as members of the academic community with academic freedom. 17.01 The duties and responsibilities of Librarians shall be an appropriate combination oflibrarian members fall into three (3) categories:
(a) professional practice Library Service, participation in the University Library by providing professional consultation operation and assistance to library users and by maintaining and developing the library holdings and information systems on the basis development of the needs of Academic Units and the financial resources allocated to the Library. In addition, Librarians are expected to develop their professional knowledge in Library administrative and committee work;
(b) Libraries as an academic service within the Universityand resource for students, which may include working with faculty and other members of the University community which in general includes the following activities: library instruction programs; reference services; collection development and the management and maintenance of Library resources; systems applications; and the training and supervision of staff;
b) Research and Scholarship, development of their professional knowledge by engaging in scholarly activities and / or research;
c) Service to enhance the academic excellence of the University and the quality of academic lifeCommunity , which in general includes: participation on Library and working in other University committees; the community at large through the application sharing of the Librarian's academic administrative work of the Library / Department where appropriate; and participation in professional, scientific, cultural or governmental organizations relevant to and compatible with the librarian member’s professional competence or expertise;
(c) research, scholarship, teaching, creative and professional activitiesrole.
4.02 The 17.02 While the pattern of these the duties and responsibilities referred to in Article
17.01 may vary from time member to time and from individual to individual. For the majority of Librariansmember, however, these constitute the principal obligations of any member holding a full-time appointment.
17.03 The job description, provided to the member at the time of hire, shall indicate the duties and responsibilities that are to be performed by the member. Any revisions to this job description shall be made in (a) abovea fair and equitable manner and provided to the member in writing by the Director / Xxxx after consultation with the member and the Department Head, Division Head, or immediate supervisor, as appropriate. Changes in job descriptions shall normally take effect May 15. Changes in job descriptions of members in the Faculty of Fine Arts shall be made by the Xxxx in consultation with the members. Changes in the job descriptions of members in the Career Resource Centre shall be made by the Director of Counselling and Development in consultation with the member and the Department Head.
4.03 Librarians have a professional duty to develop 17.04 Individual duties and maintain their competence and effectiveness. In carrying out their duties, Librarians shall:
(a) discharge their responsibilities as described in Article 17.01 shall be assigned responsibilities by May 15 in accordance writing by the Director / Xxxx after consultation with the appropriate Senate resolutions and regulations;
(b) have Department or Division Head, or immediate supervisor, who shall make a recommendation after due consultation with the responsibility to xxxxxx a free exchange of ideas, to refuse to practise or permit censorship, and to strive to ensure the fullest possible access to library materials for members of the University community;
(c) have the right to exercise professional discretion provided that they do not infringe upon the academic freedom of othersmember.
4.04 Librarians shall have the right and responsibility to take a fair and reasonable share of administrative responsibilities other than those comprising part of their principal responsibilities:
(a) through membership on appropriate bodies, and on Faculty, School, University, and other Committees and Boards;
(b) by undertaking other administrative tasks.
4.05 A Librarian shall be elected or appointed to such bodies as listed in Clause 4.04(a) or undertake other administrative tasks only with his or her consent. A Librarian shall not unreasonably withhold his or her consent. Those who have the responsibility to make such appointments shall make every effort to ensure that academic The assignment of service commitments are equitably shared.
4.06 Appointment to an administrative position or assignment to administrative duties in the Library (Article 17.01 a) shall not be contingent upon rank.
4.07 In the exercise of professional or administrative responsibilities, Librarians shall treat academic colleagues done in a fair and students so that objectivity, fairness, respect for privacy and absence of discrimination are maintained in all deliberations, recommendations and decisions.
4.08 Participation of Librarians in the work of learned societies, disciplinary associations, professional organizations and associations, and organizations related to equitable manner taking into account the professional competence or expertise responsibilities of Librarians shall constitute academic service within the meaning of Clause 4.01(bmember referred to in Articles 17.01 b) and 17.01 c).
4.09 The duty b) If there is a clear evidence of scholarship and / or research in the member’s research portfolio (Article 15.01), the service and administrative duties referred to engage in scholarly activity as set out in Clause 4.01 (c) includes:
(Article 17.01 a) the conduct of research, scholarship, and critical, creative, professional or developmental work;
(b) the dissemination of such work through publication, demonstration, presentation, exhibition or performance, or by other means appropriate to the discipline.
4.10 The University Librarian shall ensure that the assignment of duties and responsibilities is fair, equitable and reasonable.
4.11 If the responsibilities associated with a Librarian’s assigned duties exceed a reasonable amount, he or she shall be granted compensatory reduction by mutual agreement between reduced accordingly. Such reduction, which may not exceed the Librarian and the University Librarian. The University Librarian shall specify equivalent of three (3) months in any changes in writing.
(a) When such an excess would result from a planned change to a Librarian’s dutiesone academic year, either on a continuing or a limited-term basis, the compensatory reduction shall be agreed to before the change in duties takes effect.
(b) When such an excess has resulted from growth in the responsibilities associated with previously assigned duties, the compensatory reduction shall be made within ten (10) days of the Librarian applying to the University Librarian in writing for such a reduction.
(a) Support for professional development on full salary shall be granted by May 15.
c) In the University Librarian to annual assignment the Director /Xxxx shall reduce the assigned duties of a Librarian to pursue approved research projects or professional development opportunities without distraction. Librarians holding tenured or tenure-track appointments are eligible for this support. Librarians holding regular term appointments are also eligible for this support when they have accumulated more than member in the first two (2) years of service over a period not exceeding five (5probationary appointment to enable the member to engage in scholarly activities and / or research.
d) yearsIt is the Director / Xxxx’x responsibility to inform all members, in writing by June 1, of the duties to be assigned. They are then eligible for the support in every subsequent year of appointment unless there is a period of five (5) or more calendar years separating appointments. For regular term appointees holding part-time appointments, years of service A copy shall be calculated sent to the Association.
e) i) Any subsequent change to the assignment as established according to the formula preceding clauses requires the member’s consent. Such consent in no way constitutes a precedent. A copy of Clause 17.17, the amended assignment and the release for research and professional development written consent of the member shall be for twenty (20) days.
(b) A Librarian seeking such support for research or professional development shall submit a proposal sent to the University Librarian specifying the project or opportunity for approval. Such a project can relate to library science or to an academic subject within the expertise of the LibrarianAssociation.
(c) Such support shall provide release from normal responsibilities for four (4) weeks in each year of service which, if not taken, may be accumulated for up to two (2) years (up to eight (8) weeks of release).
(d) Such release from normal responsibilities shall be scheduled by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the University Librarian.
(e) Achievements of Librarians during such release from normal responsibilities shall be evaluated as additional criteria in performance and promotion evaluations. These achievements shall be assessed under Clause 4.01 (a), (b), and (c), as appropriate.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF LIBRARIANS. 4.01 All Librarians have certain duties and responsibilities which derive from their practice as Librarians and their position as members of the academic community with academic freedom. 17.01 The duties and responsibilities of Librarians shall be an appropriate combination oflibrarian members fall into three (3) categories:
(a) professional practice Library Service, participation in the University Library by providing professional consultation operation and assistance to library users and by maintaining and developing the library holdings and information systems on the basis development of the needs of Academic Units and the financial resources allocated to the Library. In addition, Librarians are expected to develop their professional knowledge in Library administrative and committee work;
(b) Libraries as an academic service within the Universityand resource for students, which may include working with faculty and other members of the University community which in general includes the following activities: library instruction programs; reference services; collection development and the management and maintenance of Library resources; systems applications; and the training and supervision of staff;
b) Research and Scholarship, development of their professional knowledge by engaging in scholarly activities and/or research;
c) Service to enhance the academic excellence of the University and the quality of academic lifeCommunity, which in general includes: participation on Library and working in other University committees; the community at large through the application sharing of the Librarian's academic administrative work of the Library/Department where appropriate; and participation in professional, scientific, cultural or governmental organizations relevant to and compatible with the librarian member’s professional competence or expertise;
(c) research, scholarship, teaching, creative and professional activitiesrole.
4.02 The 17.02 While the pattern of these the duties and responsibilities referred to in Article
17.01 may vary from time member to time and from individual to individual. For the majority of Librariansmember, however, these constitute the principal obligations of any member holding a full-time appointment.
17.03 The job description, provided to the member at the time of hire, shall indicate the duties and responsibilities that are to be performed by the member. Any revisions to this job description shall be made in (a) abovea fair and equitable manner and provided to the member in writing by the Director/Xxxx after consultation with the member and the Department Head, Division Head, or immediate supervisor, as appropriate. Changes in job descriptions shall normally take effect May 15. Changes in job descriptions of members in the Faculty of Fine Arts shall be made by the Xxxx in consultation with the members. Changes in the job descriptions of members in the Career Resource Centre shall be made by the Director of Counselling and Development in consultation with the member and the Department Head.
4.03 Librarians have a professional duty to develop 17.04 Individual duties and maintain their competence and effectiveness. In carrying out their duties, Librarians shall:
(a) discharge their responsibilities as described in Article 17.01 shall be assigned responsibilities by May 15 in accordance writing by the Director/Xxxx after consultation with the appropriate Senate resolutions and regulations;
(b) have Department or Division Head, or immediate supervisor, who shall make a recommendation after due consultation with the responsibility to xxxxxx a free exchange of ideas, to refuse to practise or permit censorship, and to strive to ensure the fullest possible access to library materials for members of the University community;
(c) have the right to exercise professional discretion provided that they do not infringe upon the academic freedom of othersmember.
4.04 Librarians shall have the right and responsibility to take a fair and reasonable share of administrative responsibilities other than those comprising part of their principal responsibilities:
(a) through membership on appropriate bodies, and on Faculty, School, University, and other Committees and Boards;
(b) by undertaking other administrative tasks.
4.05 A Librarian shall be elected or appointed to such bodies as listed in Clause 4.04(a) or undertake other administrative tasks only with his or her consent. A Librarian shall not unreasonably withhold his or her consent. Those who have the responsibility to make such appointments shall make every effort to ensure that academic The assignment of service commitments are equitably shared.
4.06 Appointment to an administrative position or assignment to administrative duties in the Library (Article 17.01 a) shall not be contingent upon rank.
4.07 In the exercise of professional or administrative responsibilities, Librarians shall treat academic colleagues done in a fair and students so that objectivity, fairness, respect for privacy and absence of discrimination are maintained in all deliberations, recommendations and decisions.
4.08 Participation of Librarians in the work of learned societies, disciplinary associations, professional organizations and associations, and organizations related to equitable manner taking into account the professional competence or expertise responsibilities of Librarians shall constitute academic service within the meaning of Clause 4.01(bmember referred to in Articles 17.01 b) and 17.01 c).
4.09 The duty b) If there is a clear evidence of scholarship and/or research in the member’s research portfolio (Article 15.01), the service and administrative duties referred to engage in scholarly activity as set out in Clause 4.01 (c) includes:
(Article 17.01 a) the conduct of research, scholarship, and critical, creative, professional or developmental work;
(b) the dissemination of such work through publication, demonstration, presentation, exhibition or performance, or by other means appropriate to the discipline.
4.10 The University Librarian shall ensure that the assignment of duties and responsibilities is fair, equitable and reasonable.
4.11 If the responsibilities associated with a Librarian’s assigned duties exceed a reasonable amount, he or she shall be granted compensatory reduction by mutual agreement between reduced accordingly. Such reduction, which may not exceed the Librarian and the University Librarian. The University Librarian shall specify equivalent of three (3) months in any changes in writing.
(a) When such an excess would result from a planned change to a Librarian’s dutiesone academic year, either on a continuing or a limited-term basis, the compensatory reduction shall be agreed to before the change in duties takes effect.
(b) When such an excess has resulted from growth in the responsibilities associated with previously assigned duties, the compensatory reduction shall be made within ten (10) days of the Librarian applying to the University Librarian in writing for such a reduction.
(a) Support for professional development on full salary shall be granted by May 15.
c) In the University Librarian to annual assignment the Director/Xxxx shall reduce the assigned duties of a Librarian to pursue approved research projects or professional development opportunities without distraction. Librarians holding tenured or tenure-track appointments are eligible for this support. Librarians holding regular term appointments are also eligible for this support when they have accumulated more than member in the first two (2) years of service over a period not exceeding five (5probationary appointment to enable the member to engage in scholarly activities and/or research.
d) yearsIt is the Director/Xxxx’x responsibility to inform all members, in writing by June 1, of the duties to be assigned. They are then eligible for the support in every subsequent year of appointment unless there is a period of five (5) or more calendar years separating appointments. For regular term appointees holding part-time appointments, years of service A copy shall be calculated sent to the Association.
e) i) Any subsequent change to the assignment as established according to the formula preceding clauses requires the member’s consent. Such consent in no way constitutes a precedent. A copy of Clause 17.17, the amended assignment and the release for research and professional development written consent of the member shall be for twenty (20) days.
(b) A Librarian seeking such support for research or professional development shall submit a proposal sent to the University Librarian specifying the project or opportunity for approval. Such a project can relate to library science or to an academic subject within the expertise of the LibrarianAssociation.
(c) Such support shall provide release from normal responsibilities for four (4) weeks in each year of service which, if not taken, may be accumulated for up to two (2) years (up to eight (8) weeks of release).
(d) Such release from normal responsibilities shall be scheduled by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the University Librarian.
(e) Achievements of Librarians during such release from normal responsibilities shall be evaluated as additional criteria in performance and promotion evaluations. These achievements shall be assessed under Clause 4.01 (a), (b), and (c), as appropriate.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF LIBRARIANS. 4.01 All Librarians have certain duties and responsibilities which derive from their practice as Librarians and their position as members of the academic community with academic freedom. The duties and responsibilities of Librarians shall be an appropriate combination of:
(a) professional practice in the University Library by providing professional consultation and assistance to library users and by maintaining and developing the library holdings and information systems on the basis of the needs of Academic Units and the financial resources allocated to the Library. In addition, Librarians are expected to develop their professional knowledge in Library administrative and committee work;
(b) academic service within the University, which may include working with other members of the University community to enhance the academic excellence of the University and the quality of academic life, and working in the community at large through the application of the Librarian's academic or professional competence or expertise;
(c) research, scholarship, teaching, creative and professional activities.
4.02 The pattern of these responsibilities may vary from time to time and from individual to individual. For the majority of Librarians, however, the principal duties shall be in (a) above.
4.03 Librarians have a professional duty to develop and maintain their competence and effectiveness. In carrying out their duties, Librarians shall:
(a) discharge their assigned responsibilities in accordance with the appropriate Senate resolutions and regulations;
(b) have the responsibility to xxxxxx a free exchange of ideas, to refuse to practise or permit censorship, and to strive to ensure the fullest possible access to library materials for members of the University community;
(c) have the right to exercise professional discretion provided that they do not infringe upon the academic freedom of others.
4.04 Librarians shall have the right and responsibility to take a fair and reasonable share of administrative responsibilities other than those comprising part of their principal responsibilities:
(a) through membership on appropriate bodies, and on Faculty, School, University, and other Committees and Boards;
(b) by undertaking other administrative tasks.
4.05 A Librarian shall be elected or appointed to such bodies as listed in Clause 4.04(a) or undertake other administrative tasks only with his or her consent. A Librarian shall not unreasonably withhold his or her consent. Those who have the responsibility to make such appointments shall make every effort to ensure that academic service commitments are equitably shared.
4.06 Appointment to an administrative position or assignment to administrative duties in the Library shall not be contingent upon rank.
4.07 In the exercise of professional or administrative responsibilities, Librarians shall treat academic colleagues and students so that objectivity, fairness, respect for privacy and absence of discrimination are maintained in all deliberations, recommendations and decisions.
4.08 Participation of Librarians in the work of learned societies, disciplinary associations, professional organizations and associations, and organizations related to the professional competence or expertise of Librarians shall constitute academic service within the meaning of Clause 4.01(b).professional
4.09 The duty to engage in scholarly activity as set out in Clause 4.01 (c) includes:
(a) the conduct of research, scholarship, and critical, creative, professional or developmental work;
(b) the dissemination of such work through publication, demonstration, presentation, exhibition or performance, or by other means appropriate to the discipline.
4.10 The University Librarian shall ensure that the assignment of duties and responsibilities is fair, equitable and reasonable.
4.11 If the responsibilities associated with a Librarian’s assigned duties exceed a reasonable amount, he or she shall be granted compensatory reduction by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the University Librarian. The University Librarian shall specify any changes in writing.
(a) When such an excess would result from a planned change to a Librarian’s duties, either on a continuing or a limited-term basis, the compensatory reduction shall be agreed to before the change in duties takes effect.
(b) When such an excess has resulted from growth in the responsibilities associated with previously assigned duties, the compensatory reduction shall be made within ten (10) days of the Librarian applying to the University Librarian in writing for such a reduction.
(a) Support for professional development on full salary shall be granted by the University Librarian to a Librarian to pursue approved research projects or professional development opportunities without distraction. Librarians holding tenured or tenure-track appointments are eligible for this support. Librarians holding regular term appointments are also eligible for this support when they have accumulated more than two (2) years of service over a period not exceeding five (5) years. They are then eligible for the support in every subsequent year of appointment unless there is a period of five (5) or more calendar years separating appointments. For regular term appointees holding part-time appointments, years of service shall be calculated according to the formula of Clause 17.17, and the release for research and professional development shall be for twenty (20) days.
(b) A Librarian seeking such support for research or professional development shall submit a proposal to the University Librarian specifying the project or opportunity for approval. Such a project can relate to library science or to an academic subject within the expertise of the Librarian.
(c) Such support shall provide release from normal responsibilities for four (4) weeks in each year of service which, if not taken, may be accumulated for up to two (2) years (up to eight (8) weeks of release).
(d) Such release from normal responsibilities shall be scheduled by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the University Librarian.
(e) Achievements of Librarians during such release from normal responsibilities shall be evaluated as additional criteria in performance and promotion evaluations. These achievements shall be assessed under Clause 4.01 (a), (b), and (c), as appropriate.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF LIBRARIANS. 4.01 All Librarians have certain duties and responsibilities which derive from their practice as Librarians and their position as members of the academic community with academic freedom. The duties and responsibilities of Librarians shall be an appropriate combination of:
(a) professional practice in the University Library by providing professional consultation and assistance to library users and by maintaining and developing the library holdings and information systems on the basis of the needs of Academic Units and the financial resources allocated to the Library. In addition, Librarians are expected to develop their professional knowledge in Library administrative and committee work;
(b) academic service within the University, which may include working with other members of the University community to enhance the academic excellence of the University and the quality of academic life, and working in the community at large through the application of the Librarian's ’s academic or professional competence or expertise;
(c) research, scholarship, teaching, creative and professional activitiesscholarly activity as set out in Clause 4.09.
4.02 The pattern of these responsibilities may vary from time to time and from individual to individual. For the majority of Librarians, however, the principal duties shall be in (a) above.
4.03 Librarians have a professional duty to develop and maintain their competence and effectiveness. In carrying out their duties, Librarians shall:
(a) discharge their assigned responsibilities in accordance with the appropriate Senate resolutions and regulations;
(b) have the responsibility to xxxxxx a free exchange of ideas, to refuse to practise practice or permit censorship, and to strive to ensure the fullest possible access to library materials for members of the University community;
(c) have the right to exercise professional discretion provided that they do not infringe upon the academic freedom of others.
4.04 Librarians shall have the right and responsibility to take a fair and reasonable share of administrative responsibilities other than those comprising part of their principal responsibilities:
(a) through membership on appropriate bodies, and on Faculty, School, University, and other Committees and Boards;
(b) by undertaking other administrative tasks.
4.05 A Librarian shall be elected or appointed to such bodies as listed in Clause 4.04(a) or undertake other administrative tasks only with his or her their consent. A Librarian shall not unreasonably withhold his or her their consent. Those who have the responsibility to make such appointments shall make every effort to ensure that academic service commitments are equitably shared.
4.06 Appointment to an administrative position or assignment to administrative duties in the Library shall not be contingent upon rank.
4.07 In the exercise of professional or administrative responsibilities, Librarians shall treat academic colleagues and students so that objectivity, fairness, respect for privacy and absence of discrimination are maintained in all deliberations, recommendations and decisions.
4.08 Participation of Librarians in the work of learned societies, disciplinary associations, professional organizations and associations, and organizations related to the professional competence or expertise of Librarians shall constitute academic service within the meaning of Clause 4.01(b).
4.09 The duty to engage in scholarly activity as set out in Clause 4.01 (c) includes:
(a) the conduct of research, scholarship, and critical, creative, professional or developmental work;
(b) the dissemination of such work through publication, teaching, demonstration, presentation, exhibition or performance, or by other means appropriate to the discipline.
4.10 The Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian Librarian) shall ensure that the assignment of duties and responsibilities is fair, equitable and reasonable.
4.11 If the responsibilities associated with a Librarian’s assigned duties exceed a reasonable amount, he or she they shall be granted compensatory reduction by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian). The Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian Librarian) shall specify any changes in writing.
(a) When such an excess would result from a planned change to a Librarian’s duties, either on a continuing or a limited-term basis, the compensatory reduction shall be agreed to before the change in duties takes effect.
(b) When such an excess has resulted from growth in the responsibilities associated with previously assigned duties, the compensatory reduction shall be made within ten (10) days of the Librarian applying to the University Librarian in writing for such a reduction.
(a) Support for professional development on full salary shall be granted by the Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian Librarian) to a Librarian to pursue approved research projects or professional development opportunities without distraction. Librarians holding tenured or tenure-track appointments are eligible for this support. Librarians holding regular term appointments are also eligible for this support when they have accumulated more than two (2) years of service over a period not exceeding five (5) years. They are then eligible for the support in every subsequent year of appointment unless there is a period of five (5) or more calendar years separating appointments. For regular term appointees holding part-time appointments, years of service shall be calculated according to the formula of Clause 17.1716.17, and the release for research and professional development shall be for twenty (20) days.
(b) A Librarian seeking such support for research or professional development shall submit a proposal proposal, to the Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian Librarian) specifying the project or opportunity for approval. Such a project can relate to library science or to an academic subject within the expertise of the Librarian.
(c) Such support shall provide release from normal responsibilities for four (4) weeks in each year of service which, if not taken, may be accumulated for up to two (2) years (up to eight (8) weeks of release).
(d) Such release from normal responsibilities shall be scheduled by mutual agreement between the Librarian and the Xxxx of Libraries (University Librarian).
(e) Achievements of Librarians during such release from normal responsibilities shall be evaluated as additional criteria in performance and promotion evaluations. These achievements shall be assessed under Clause 4.01 (a4.01(a), (b), and (c), as appropriate.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
