University of Wisconsin
Associate Dean of Libraries for Public Services
University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774
Job Summary:
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Libraries are seeking a collaborative, innovative, forward-thinking strategic leader to serve in the role of Associate Dean of Libraries for Public Services.The Associate Dean (AD) provides senior leadership to guide the efforts of various campus libraries, programs, and services, and is actively involved in shaping and implementing public service aspects of the Libraries' strategic plans and directions. Their duties include steering program development and assessment, as well as allocating resources to advance the Libraries' mission. A key focus of this position will be advancing the teaching, learning, liaison, and outreach services offered by the campus libraries. The AD reports directly to the Dean of Libraries and serves on the Libraries Executive Council, chaired by the Dean. This council comprises other senior library leaders, such as the Associate Deans and senior administrative colleagues.The Associate Dean of Libraries for Public Services assumes the comprehensive coordination of teaching, learning, liaison, access, outreach, and public spaces and services across all campus libraries. Reporting directly to the Dean and Vice Provost for Libraries, the Associate Dean leads the development, communication, implementation, and evaluation of strategic directions and priorities pertaining to public-facing services provided by the campus libraries. In collaboration with senior library leadership, the Associate Dean participates in re-imagining and realigning library services and organizational structures designed to meet the emerging needs of the campus community. The Associate Dean engages in campus-wide initiatives alongside library governance groups, and works with consortial partners at the regional, state, national, and international levels, to ensure access to vital library services and programs, and to bolster the reputation of campus libraries across the profession.In terms of service portfolio, the Associate Dean directs the development, programming, operations, and assessment of several campus-wide library services, including teaching and learning, liaison and academic support services, outreach and engagement, reserves operations, reference and information, facilities and space planning, and access services. The Associate Dean directly supervises eight professional staff, and has direct oversight of approximately 75 full-time equivalents (FTE) working across those campus libraries focused on undergraduate services, humanities, social sciences, and science and engineering disciplines. Special Collections, Art, Music, and the Archives report to the Associate Dean for Special Collections and Collections Strategy, while the health sciences, law, education and several special purpose libraries report through the deans of their respective colleges. The Wisconsin Historical Society Library and State Archives is an important campus partner, serving as UW-Madison's North American history library. The Associate Dean leads efforts to coordinate the provision of a coherent user experience across all campus libraries.The UW-Madison Libraries are committed to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning, research and service by supporting and maintaining inclusive working and learning environments where all can flourish, and that value the unique contributions of students, faculty and staff from a broad range of perspectives, backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures.Responsibilities:
...Tasks:
...Education:
Required:Master's degree from an American Libraries Association (ALA) accredited program or other appropriate advanced degree.Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:-A minimum of seven years of relevant experience is required, with at least four years in an academic library setting. This experience should include administrative/managerial responsibilities overseeing librarians engaged in instruction, research, outreach, and/or other public services, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of a research library's role in instruction and research.-Proven track record of effectively fostering partnerships and collaborations that leverage the diverse roles libraries can fulfill in addressing the changing needs of students, faculty, and staff.-Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills.-Evidence of substantial professional engagement and contribution, demonstrating a keen awareness of emerging issues and trends influencing library services and programs.-Demonstrated career progression in leadership or managerial positions.-Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive working and learning environment where all can flourish, with experience supporting programmatic efforts to engage a broad range of perspectives, backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures.
Preferred Qualifications:-Demonstrated success in implementing library services, spaces, and programs requiring the alignment of resources to meet growing academic and research needs of an institution.-Experience building and sustaining campus partnerships and collaborating with faculty to integrate library services and resources to evolving pedagogical practices.-Ability to maintain a strong commitment to scholarly engagement and professional service, including presentations, publications, and service on campus-wide, regional, and/or national-level professional organizations.-Develops and maintains knowledge of emerging and best practices related to liaison librarianship across disciplines, digital scholarship, student success, and information literacy across the curriculum.Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
This position requires frequent presence on site, however, the hours are flexible and a hybrid work agreement can be arranged with the Dean's approval.
Work hours are primarily Monday-Friday with occasional nights/weekends required.Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/RenewableSalary:
Minimum
$126,727 ANNUAL (12 months)Depending on QualificationsHow to Apply:
A cover letter and resume are required. Contact Melissa Ortiz ( melissa.ortiz@wisc.edu ) for more information. All applications must be submitted through the Jobs at UW applicant system. Click on 'Apply Now' to submit your materials. References will be collected from finalists at the time of the interviews.Contact:
Melissa Ortizmaortiz2@wisc.edu608-890-1759Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See
RELAY_SERVICE
for further information.Official Title:
Associate Dean (Inst)(AE185)Department(s):
A49-GENERAL LIBRARY/PUBLIC SERVICES/GENERALEmployment Class:
LimitedJob Number:
301674-LIThe University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings,
click hereIf you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:
https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).The
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the
University of Wisconsin Police Department .
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The University of Wisconsin-Madison Libraries are seeking a collaborative, innovative, forward-thinking strategic leader to serve in the role of Associate Dean of Libraries for Public Services.The Associate Dean (AD) provides senior leadership to guide the efforts of various campus libraries, programs, and services, and is actively involved in shaping and implementing public service aspects of the Libraries' strategic plans and directions. Their duties include steering program development and assessment, as well as allocating resources to advance the Libraries' mission. A key focus of this position will be advancing the teaching, learning, liaison, and outreach services offered by the campus libraries. The AD reports directly to the Dean of Libraries and serves on the Libraries Executive Council, chaired by the Dean. This council comprises other senior library leaders, such as the Associate Deans and senior administrative colleagues.The Associate Dean of Libraries for Public Services assumes the comprehensive coordination of teaching, learning, liaison, access, outreach, and public spaces and services across all campus libraries. Reporting directly to the Dean and Vice Provost for Libraries, the Associate Dean leads the development, communication, implementation, and evaluation of strategic directions and priorities pertaining to public-facing services provided by the campus libraries. In collaboration with senior library leadership, the Associate Dean participates in re-imagining and realigning library services and organizational structures designed to meet the emerging needs of the campus community. The Associate Dean engages in campus-wide initiatives alongside library governance groups, and works with consortial partners at the regional, state, national, and international levels, to ensure access to vital library services and programs, and to bolster the reputation of campus libraries across the profession.In terms of service portfolio, the Associate Dean directs the development, programming, operations, and assessment of several campus-wide library services, including teaching and learning, liaison and academic support services, outreach and engagement, reserves operations, reference and information, facilities and space planning, and access services. The Associate Dean directly supervises eight professional staff, and has direct oversight of approximately 75 full-time equivalents (FTE) working across those campus libraries focused on undergraduate services, humanities, social sciences, and science and engineering disciplines. Special Collections, Art, Music, and the Archives report to the Associate Dean for Special Collections and Collections Strategy, while the health sciences, law, education and several special purpose libraries report through the deans of their respective colleges. The Wisconsin Historical Society Library and State Archives is an important campus partner, serving as UW-Madison's North American history library. The Associate Dean leads efforts to coordinate the provision of a coherent user experience across all campus libraries.The UW-Madison Libraries are committed to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning, research and service by supporting and maintaining inclusive working and learning environments where all can flourish, and that value the unique contributions of students, faculty and staff from a broad range of perspectives, backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures.Responsibilities:
...Tasks:
...Education:
Required:Master's degree from an American Libraries Association (ALA) accredited program or other appropriate advanced degree.Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:-A minimum of seven years of relevant experience is required, with at least four years in an academic library setting. This experience should include administrative/managerial responsibilities overseeing librarians engaged in instruction, research, outreach, and/or other public services, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of a research library's role in instruction and research.-Proven track record of effectively fostering partnerships and collaborations that leverage the diverse roles libraries can fulfill in addressing the changing needs of students, faculty, and staff.-Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills.-Evidence of substantial professional engagement and contribution, demonstrating a keen awareness of emerging issues and trends influencing library services and programs.-Demonstrated career progression in leadership or managerial positions.-Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive working and learning environment where all can flourish, with experience supporting programmatic efforts to engage a broad range of perspectives, backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures.
Preferred Qualifications:-Demonstrated success in implementing library services, spaces, and programs requiring the alignment of resources to meet growing academic and research needs of an institution.-Experience building and sustaining campus partnerships and collaborating with faculty to integrate library services and resources to evolving pedagogical practices.-Ability to maintain a strong commitment to scholarly engagement and professional service, including presentations, publications, and service on campus-wide, regional, and/or national-level professional organizations.-Develops and maintains knowledge of emerging and best practices related to liaison librarianship across disciplines, digital scholarship, student success, and information literacy across the curriculum.Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
This position requires frequent presence on site, however, the hours are flexible and a hybrid work agreement can be arranged with the Dean's approval.
Work hours are primarily Monday-Friday with occasional nights/weekends required.Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/RenewableSalary:
Minimum
$126,727 ANNUAL (12 months)Depending on QualificationsHow to Apply:
A cover letter and resume are required. Contact Melissa Ortiz ( melissa.ortiz@wisc.edu ) for more information. All applications must be submitted through the Jobs at UW applicant system. Click on 'Apply Now' to submit your materials. References will be collected from finalists at the time of the interviews.Contact:
Melissa Ortizmaortiz2@wisc.edu608-890-1759Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See
RELAY_SERVICE
for further information.Official Title:
Associate Dean (Inst)(AE185)Department(s):
A49-GENERAL LIBRARY/PUBLIC SERVICES/GENERALEmployment Class:
LimitedJob Number:
301674-LIThe University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings,
click hereIf you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:
https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).The
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the
University of Wisconsin Police Department .
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