University Librarian and Director of Library Services
University Librarian and Director of Library Services
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Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
- Master of Library Science from an ALAaccredited library school.
Experience and Training:
Ten years of management and supervisory experience in an academic library.
Significant experience as a library director or as the head of a major department within a large academic library.
Knowledge Skills Ability:
- Strong management communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate a strong service message.
- Ability to work collaboratively within the library and in the university community.
- Technology/computer skills.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Directly supervises library employees in four areas reference research and instructional services technical services media and printing services and the circulation of materials.
- Assures that the collection both physical and virtual supports the learning and research outcomes of the University community.
- Manages the library budget and exercises fiscal control to assure proper use of financial and personnel resources while assuring the campus community has the materials needed to be successful.
- Establishes library objectives that mesh with the campuss longterm goal for information services for students staff and faculty and develop these library goals while managing policies and programs that further their success.
- Works with the Library Management Team (LMT) to develop and ensure that basic library policies are communicated and implemented.
- Works to assure that the library provides a safe and comfortable place for students and other members of the campus community to study and conduct research.
- Advocates on behalf of the library with stakeholders communicating the value of library resources and services in supporting the broader University mission initiatives and programs and regularly reports these findings to the University community.
- Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating effectively with all stakeholders.
- Serves on University committees.
- Other duties as assigned.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
- Manages the Universitys library and information services.
- Supervises library employees.
- Reports to the Provost.
For more information regarding this position please contact Dr. Daniel Erb Provost at
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
