Dean, University Library (Administrator IV, Range I) J. Paul Leonard Library

**Internal Applicants Only**

Working Title

Dean University Library

Administrator Level

This position is an Administrator IVin the California State University Management Personnel Plan (MPP) reporting to the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs.

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Department

J. Paul Leonard Library Administration

Appointment Type

At-Will

Time Base

Full-Time (1.0)

Work Schedule

Monday Friday ; 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

Anticipated Hiring Range

$16250.00 - $17917.00 Per Month ($195000.00 - $215004.00 Annually)

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Position Summary

The dean is directly responsible for overall leadership and administration of the Library including strategic planning budgeting personnel management policy development and program innovation within a shared governance structure. The position requires participation in university-wide governance systemwide CSU initiatives and external partnerships. The dean reports to the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs as a key member of the Universitys leadership team. The dean represents the library on the Academic Affairs Council and the California State University Council of Library Directors and elsewhere both within and outside the University. The dean is directly responsible for all aspects of the library in matters of personnel programs facilities budgets and equipment.

Position Information

Key Responsibilities

- Provide visionary and strategic leadership for library services collections and programs

- Oversee library operations including budgeting facilities and personnel management

- Lead recruitment development and retention of diverse faculty and staff with a focus on cultivating their growth and empowering their efforts to support student success.

- Foster innovation in information literacy digital scholarship and student support services

- Build partnerships across campus and with external stakeholders

- Support fundraising grant development and donor engagement

- Promote diversity equity inclusion and accessibility in all library initiatives

- Represent the Library within the University and broader community

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must hold a masters degree in library or information science from an ALA-accredited program (or equivalent) and demonstrate at least five years of progressively responsible leadership experience in an academic library setting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategic planning budgeting and personnel management along with excellent communication and collaborative leadership skills. A demonstrated commitment to diversity equity and inclusion is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience in shared governance and unionized environments along with a proven ability to lead organizational change and innovation in support of research teaching and student success. They will embody inclusive equity-minded leadership and bring strong communication skills particularly active listening paired with an adaptable and collaborative approach. A compassionate and approachable leadership style including the ability to resolve conflicts constructively and engage meaningfully with faculty and staff is essential. Experience with fundraising and external partnership development as well as collective bargaining is also desirable.

Environmental/Physical/Special

Position may require occasional evening or weekend work required for events retreats or urgent matters.

Occasional travel and scheduled flexibility required

Pre-Employment Requirements

This position requires the successful completion of a background check.

Eligibility to Work

Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States within three business days from their date of hire.

Benefits

Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Lifes Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues students and the customers we serve.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical Dental Vision Pension 401k Healthcare Savings Account Life Insurance Disability Insurance Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program all geared towards the Universitys commitment to attract motivate and retain our employee.

CSUEU Position (For CSUEU Positions Only)

Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants currently in bargaining units 2 5 7 and 9 are given hiring preference.

Additional Information

**Internal Applicants Only**

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Please note that this position position requirements application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time.