Director of Library Services

Waxahachie, TX - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 52000 - 65000

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Nelson University is seeking a dedicated and mission-driven Director of Library Services to provide leadership for the Universitys learning resources and library operations. This position offers the opportunity to strengthen academic excellence by supporting student success faculty scholarship and the spiritual and intellectual life of the campus community.

The Director will provide strategic oversight of library services resources and personnel across all locations. This leader will guide the development of collections services and technologies that support traditional graduate and online learning environments.

Institutional Mission

Nelson University exists to equip students spiritually academically professionally and cross-culturally for their God-given careers and callings.

Position Overview
The Director of Library Services is responsible for the leadership and management of library resources services personnel and operations across all university locations. This role oversees public services reference circulation acquisitions and library instruction while fostering a Christ-centered learning environment and leadership to staff and students.

Primary Responsibilities

Provide leadership supervision training and evaluation for all library personnel and locations.

Manage daily operations library budget and the selection and acquisition of print digital and media resources to support academic programs and accreditation standards.

Participate in Institutional Effectiveness including assessment annual reporting and data collection for institutional research and accrediting agencies.

Develop implement and maintain library policies procedures and strategic initiatives.

Provide library instruction for orientation and academic courses as requested and promote information literacy.

Communicate new resources services and initiatives to the university community.

Maintain appropriate conduct safety and service standards within library facilities.

Leadership Expectations
The Director will promote:

Privacy in handling student faculty and institutional information.

Courtesy through respectful Christ-centered service.

Consistency in policies procedures and service delivery.

Efficiency in the stewardship of resources and daily operations.

Qualifications

Masters degree required (Library Science preferred).

Knowledge of information technology and library services.

Demonstrated leadership planning and supervisory ability.

Commitment to the Universitys Christian mission and ability to work collaboratively with faculty staff and students.

Reporting Relationship
Reports to the Dean of Academic Services.

Application Process: Complete the fields to the right of this screen under Apply here. These fields contain intake information. After clicking submit application you will be taken to the Nelson Employment Application where you will be asked to list references and previous employment positions. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Questions regarding this position may be directed to the Human Resources Office at Your resume may be included when submitting the application to the Human Resources Office.

Note:

This position is exempt from overtime in compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. Join us in shaping the future of Nelson University and empowering students to fulfill their potential!

Compensation: $52000.00 - $65000.00 per year

Nelson University (formerly Southwestern Assemblies of God University) is a vibrant private Christian university located just 30 minutes south of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in Waxahachie. Founded in 1927 the university now offers over 70 associate bachelors masters and doctoral degrees available on campus and online.

As an evangelical Christian institution rooted in Biblical truth Nelson University fosters a Spirit-empowered community where faculty staff and students are encouraged to live out their faith with purpose and integrity. We are passionate about equipping our team members to make a meaningful impact in both personal and professional spheres embodying values that inspire and transform.

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