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Japan Studies Librarian II (Practicum) - JSL Practicum Program (0085928T)

Japan Studies Librarian II (Practicum) - JSL Practicum Program (0085928T)

University of Hawaii

Honolulu, HI • On-site

$74K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

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Job description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : UH Manoa, Honolulu, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Temporary
Job Number: 2026-00238
Department: University of Hawai'i at Manoa - Library Services
Division: Hamilton Library
Opening Date: 02/12/2026
Position Number:: 0085928T
Description
Title: Japan Studies Librarian II (Practicum) - JSL Practicum Program
Position Number: 0085928T
Hiring Unit: UHM Library Services
Location: Manoa, Hamilton Library, Asia Collection
Closing Date: Continuous - application review begins April 10, 2026.
Salary Information: B2M11; Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience (Librarian II minimum $74,892 annually; $6,241 monthly)
Monthly Type: 11-Month
Tenure Track: Non-Tenure
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (100% FTE)
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: Expected to begin approximately July 2026, pending position clearance and/or availability of funding. This is a full-time, temporary, 9-month practicum appointment. Employment is expected to conclude at the end of the 9-month practicum period.
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Japan Studies Librarian, the practicum trainee will receive structured, on-the-job training in subject librarianship and will contribute to Japan-related services and initiatives across the library.
  1. Training in core subject-librarian functions: Participate in reference and research support for faculty and students; assist with library instruction; and contribute to collection management activities as part of the Asia Collection team. The trainee will also have opportunities to collaborate with library and campus partners at UH Manoa and, as appropriate, with professionals outside the library.
  2. Professional focus development: Early in the practicum, the trainee will be encouraged to identify and refine an area of professional interest within Japan Studies and Asian Studies librarianship (e.g., instruction, outreach, digital initiatives, special collections, metadata, or collection development). This focus will guide learning goals and professional growth during the appointment.
  3. Capstone project and final presentation: The trainee will lead a defined project during the 9-month practicum. Projects may include, but are not limited to, maintenance, description, outreach, and promotional work related to special collections repositories and other Japan-related materials held across library departments. At the end of the practicum, the trainee will deliver a presentation on project outcomes and professional learning, suitable for sharing with peer librarians and scholars.

Minimum Qualifications
  1. A Master's degree in library or information science from a program accredited by the American Library Association or from a college or university of recognized standing.
  2. Professionalism in meeting and conferring with others.
  3. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment with multicultural groups and individuals across a wide range of academic abilities and cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, including library staff, administrators, students, faculty, and community members.
  4. Demonstrated knowledge of Japanese language and Japan-related fields (e.g., history, politics, cultural practices, and contemporary issues) relevant to academic librarianship.
  5. Demonstrated interest in pursuing a professional career in Japan Studies and Asian Studies librarianship, including a commitment to professional development.
  6. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities and unforeseen challenges.
  7. Ability to communicate fluently in English.

Desired Qualifications
  1. Ability to initiate and design projects, set priorities, manage work, and meet deadlines independently and collaboratively.
  2. Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
  3. Keen attention to detail and ability to synthesize information.
  4. Experience in instruction and/or instructional writing.
  5. Ability and desire to interact with students and faculty using excellent interpersonal, customer service, and facilitation skills.
  6. Ability to train and supervise student, or volunteer assistants.

To Apply:
Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach required documents. Submit cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, CV, names and contact information (including email addresses) of 3 professional references, and official transcripts (copies acceptable; however, originals will be required prior to completion of hiring). Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documentation become the property of the school.
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Inquiries: Mitsutaka Nakamura, Japan Studies Librarian and Screening Committee Chair,
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/

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The University of Hawaii, located in Honolulu, HI, US, is an internationally recognized institution of higher learning. Spanning across ten campuses, including one online university, it represents the public system of higher education in the state of Hawaii. Established in 1907, the university operates in the educational services industry, its mission rooted in quality and affordable education for all. It offers over 600 different study programs, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees in a broad spectrum of disciplines. Some of its unrivaled specialties encompass tropical agriculture, tropical medicine, oceanography, astronomy, electrical engineering, volcanology, and Pacific Islands and Asian area studies.

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