Job Description

Join the Indian River State College Team Exceptional Benefits Await You!

At Indian River State College youll do more than just build a careeryoull have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students staff and return we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being secure your future and enhance your work-life balance.

Comprehensive Health Coverage

We prioritize your health with Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Plans Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Life insurance and Supplemental plans to help you stay physically and mentally well with access to essential wellness resources.

We offer PPO and HMO plans with an affordable cost. (PPO/HMO option with $50 per month for individual coverage and $180 per month for family coverage)

Retirement Plans for a Secure Future

Plan for a bright future with our robust retirement options rarely matched in the private sector. Secure your financial future with state retirement options through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and additional investment opportunities like tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

Generous Paid Time Off

Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample vacation personal and sick leave. Recharge and return to work refreshed and motivated.

Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on various services including tickets to popular attractions in the area.

Professional Growth Opportunities

Build your career with purpose by engaging in meaningful projects and professional development opportunities. Indian River State College provides the tools and support needed to help you reach your full potential.

Join a Mission-Driven Institution Committed to Student Success and Academic Excellence

Indian River State College is seeking a visionary leader to serve as the Administrative Director of Learning Resources. This pivotal role provides strategic direction and operational oversight for our Libraries and Tutoring Centers aligning services with the Colleges mission to empower student achievement and support faculty innovation. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of academic library expertise administrative acumen and a passion for collaborative leadership to advance information literacy accreditation compliance and professional development across the institution. If youre ready to make a lasting impact in a dynamic educational environment we invite you to apply.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under administrative guidelines this position provides leadership and strategic direction for the Colleges Libraries and Tutoring Centers ensuring alignment with institutional goals. Oversees daily operations budgeting and personnel management while fostering staff development and faculty programming. Collaborates across the College to integrate information literacy into academic programs ensure accreditation compliance and provide copyright guidance. Representhe College at local state and national levels the Administrative Director advances Learning Resources as a vital partner in student achievement and faculty excellence.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans and executes Learning Resources (Libraries and Tutoring Centers) operations internal and external programs and projects in support of the Colleges mission and goals (20%)
• Assists in the management of professional development programming in collaboration with Digital Learning & Instructional Innovation and other stakeholders including faculty leads (15%);
• Prepares the Learning Resources budget and reviews and evaluates requests for expenditure of funds relating to operations. (10%)
• Supervises and evaluates all Learning Resources personnel; oversees staff development and training; determines work schedules; and recommends personnel actions including hiring promotions transfers and terminations. (25%)

• Collaborates with College personnel to integrate information literacy into instructional programs and to instruct library employees about the role of the library in student learning and the College community (10%)

• Ensures compliance with accreditation requirements (5%).
• Provides copyright information and resources to the college community (5%).

• Represents the College within the library community at the local state and national levels (5%).

• Completes other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned (5%).

QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Masters Degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent;
• Doctorate in a related field is preferred;
• Minimum three (3) years of professional experience in academic library or learning resource services.
• Proven experience in an administrative or managerial role; preferably in a higher education setting;
• Demonstrated knowledge of Accreditation standards and compliance
• Demonstrated knowledge of Copyright law and information literacy integration
• Proven leadership capabilities;
• Capability to function within a team environment;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels;
• Ability to develop and/or implement strategies to support students retention persistence and program completion is essential;
• Ability to develop and administer a budget;
• Ability to be well organized and demonstrate effective time management;
• Ability to be an effective decision maker and creative problem solver;

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position requires an ability to sit stand walk bend lift reach up stoop and carry items occasionally more than twenty-five (25) pounds. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines such as copier fax calculator telephone and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.

Classification

Supervisory

FLSA Exempt

Employment Type

Compensation and Application Deadline