Job Description

Lead the Future of Learning at Indian River State College

Indian River State College is seeking a strategic forward-thinking leader to guide our library system as a dynamic hub for student success academic excellence and lifelong learning. This role goes beyond traditional library management; youll shape how information technology and collaboration come together to support students faculty and the broader college community.

If youre passionate about empowering learners elevating academic programs and leading high-performing teams this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

At Indian River State College our libraries are more than resources they are essential partners in student achievement and faculty this role youll help shape how knowledge is accessed shared and experienced across the College.

Your leadership will directly support student persistence empower faculty and strengthen the academic experience for our entire community.

About Us

Indian River State College is a leading public institution located on Floridas Treasure Coast serving students across multiple campuses in four counties. We are dedicated to academic excellence innovation and community engagement offering associate and bachelors degrees workforce training and continuing education programs.

At The River we believe every students and employees story matters. We value the different perspectives experiences and talents that come together on our campuses creating a learning environment and workplace thats supportive inclusive and inspiring. With flexible options online on campus and hybrid we design learning experiences that meet students where they are and prepare them for real-world success. Programs like the Promise Program open doors by providing eligible students with tuition-free access ensuring every learner has the opportunity to thrive.

Why Join the River

When you join Indian River State College you become part of a forward-thinking and supportive community where your work truly matters. Your role is more than a job; its an opportunity to shape the future uplift students and be part of a mission-driven college that is changing lives every day.

What We Offer
At Indian River State College we value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness: Medical dental vision flexible spending accounts life insurance supplemental plans and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Affordable Coverage: PPO/HMO options starting at just $50/month for individual coverage and $180/month for family coverage.

Retirement Security: Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) plus tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) options.

Time for You: Generous paid vacation personal and sick leave to support work-life balance.

Perks & Discounts: Reduced rates on services and tickets to local attractions.

Growth & Development: Professional development programs leadership training and opportunities to advance your career.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under administrative guidelines this position provides leadership and strategic direction for the Colleges Libraries 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. Represents the College at local state and national levels and advances the College libraries as a vital partner in student achievement and faculty excellence.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans and executes library operations internal and external programs and projects in support of the Colleges mission and goals (20%)
• Assists in the management of professional development and information literacy programming in collaboration with multiple departments and other stakeholders including faculty leads (15%);
• Prepares the libraries budget and reviews and evaluates requests for expenditure of funds relating to operations. (10%)
• Supervises and evaluates all library personnel; including faculty librarians. 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 related duties and responsibilities as assigned (5%).

QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Masters Degree in Library and Information Science required;
• 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.

This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.

Classification

Supervisory

FLSA Exempt

Employment Type

Compensation and Application Deadline