Librarian IV. A librarian may not normally be considered for appointment or promotion to the rank of Librarian IV until he/she has had a minimum of five (5) years experience as a Librarian III, or has had equivalent experience. Time is a factor that enters into the evaluation of a candidate’s status. Promotion to this rank is jealously guarded in most institutions and deviations from the normal timing will of necessity be scrutinized extremely carefully by the Peer Evaluation Committee, Library Rank Promotion Committee, University Librarian (hereinafter called the Library). The Library may recommend accelerating the unusually gifted member, whose professional performance and achievement in at least three (3) of the other areas listed below are considered by the Library to be significantly above his/her peers at the same stage of career. If evidence of excellent performance is not forthcoming, the Library may recommend that the candidate’s consideration for promotion be delayed beyond the normal time. Upon the decision in favour of promotion, the promotion shall become effective on the July 1st immediately after the consideration process as set out in Article 10.7 has terminated. The primary criterion shall be professional performance; how well the librarian carries out the duties and responsibilities of the position held. Therefore, the successful candidate shall have a record of excellent performance with demonstrated initiative, leadership and creativity. Performance shall be assessed with respect to the candidate's achievement of goals which have been mutually established between the candidate and the candidate's supervisor(s), and those duties documented in a job description. There should be evidence of further development and extension of professional expertise. In addition, the candidate must submit evidence of substantial achievement in at least two of the following areas: research, publishing, teaching, professional endeavours including significant involvement in professional organizations, significant service to the library or the University, or significant administrative duties.
Librarian IV. A Librarian IV, in addition to meeting the qualifications of Librarian I, shall ordinarily have twelve (12) years of successful relevant experience as a Professional Librarian and evidence of significant professional development and evidence of administrative and/or organizational ability.
Librarian IV possession of a Master's Degree in Library or Information Science or its equivalent, a minimum of six (6) years of experience as a professional librarian, and a record of significant contribution to librarianship through scholarly activities, administrative service, or participation at a senior level in external library organizations.
Librarian IV. (a) A member at the rank of Librarian III may be promoted to the rank of Librarian IV pursuant to Article 11 (Promotions and Permanent Status – Librarians).
(b) An initial appointment at the rank of Librarian IV shall be made with permanent status pursuant to Article 11 (Promotions and Permanent Status – Librarians).
Librarian IV. To qualify for appointment or promotion to the rank of Librarian IV, the candidate shall have the minimum qualifications as required for a Librarian III; and shall normally have a minimum of six (6) years’ experience as a Librarian III, or have pertinent qualifications such as a relevant post-graduate degree or equivalent in a pertinent subject field; and have made significant contributions to the Library, the University, or the Library community, e.g., demonstrated significant leadership. The Librarian must submit evidence of continuing performance consistent with the rank of Librarian III in the following areas and evidence of clearly superior achievement in at least one (1) of the following areas: academic activities including scholarly endeavours; publication and teaching relevant to the Library; service to the Library, University service; or professional endeavours, including significant involvement in professional organizations.
Librarian IV. For appointment or promotion to the rank of Librarian IV the successful applicant must have a record of outstanding professional accomplishment with demonstrated initiative, leadership and creativity. There should be evidence of further development and extension of professional expertise reflected by superior achievements and leadership in the field of service or specialization recognized beyond the University. Letters of reference from external referees shall be required. In addition the candidate must submit evidence of substantial achievement in at least two of the following areas: research, publishing, professional endeavors including significant involvement in professional organizations; and in general contributions to the profession, the University, and society.
Librarian IV. A librarian may not normally be considered for appointment or promotion to the rank of Librarian IV until he/she has had a minimum of five (5) years experience as a Librarian III, or has had equivalent experience. Time is a factor that enters into the evaluation of a candidate’s status. Promotion to this rank is jealously guarded in most institutions and deviations from the normal timing will of necessity be scrutinized extremely carefully by the Peer Evaluation Committee, Library Rank Promotion Committee, University Librarian (hereinafter called the Library). The Library may recommend accelerating the unusually gifted member, whose professional performance and achievement in at least three (3) of the other areas listed below are considered by the Library to be significantly above his/her peers at the same stage of career. If evidence of excellent performance is not forthcoming, the Library may recommend that the candidate’s consideration for promotion be delayed beyond the normal time. Upon the decision in favour of promotion, the promotion shall become effective on the July 1st immediately after the consideration process as set out in Article
Librarian IV. 2.5.1 An earned doctoral degree in Library and/or Information Science or relevant area/discipline from an accredited institution.
2.5.2 A minimum of ten (10) years experience as a librarian in an academic or research library.
2.5.3 A record of effective librarianship.
2.5.4 A significant record of scholarship.
2.5.5 A record of outstanding service.
2.5.6 Professional recognition as an authority in his/her field or specialisation.
Librarian IV. A librarian may not be considered for appointment or promotion to the rank of Librarian IV until he/she has had a minimum of five (5) years experience as a Librarian III, or has had equivalent experience. The primary criterion shall be professional performance; how well the librarian carries out the duties and responsibilities of the position held. Therefore, the successful candidate shall have a record of excellent performance with demonstrated initiative, leadership and creativity. Performance shall be assessed with respect to the candidate's achievement of goals which have been mutually established between the candidate and the candidate's supervisor(s), and those duties documented in a job description. There should be evidence of further development and extension of professional expertise.
Librarian IV. A librarian may not be considered for appointment or promotion to the rank of Librarian IV until he or she has had a minimum of five years’ library experience as a Librarian III or has had equivalent experience. Appointment or promotion to this rank requires evidence of a record of excellent performance with demonstrated initiative, leadership and creativity. As well as making an outstanding contribution to the Library and to the University, the candidate must submit evidence of substantial achievement in one or more of the following areas: academic activities including research, publication and teaching; professional endeavours including significant involvement in professional organizations; service to the Library and or the University community. Besides having attained a high level of professional expertise, the candidate should be considered likely to continue to fulfill a vital role in the institution.
