Georgia Public Library Service is hiring: Associate University Librarian and Dir

Associate University Librarian and Director of Woodruff Health Sciences Center Library

Department: Woodruff Health Sciences Center Library

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Position Availability: Immediately

Library Summary

The Woodruff Health Sciences Center Library (WHSC Library) serves the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, and Public Health, the graduate Division of Biological & Biomedical Sciences, the Emory National Primate Research Center, and Emory Healthcare hospitals including components of the Emory Clinic. Clinical informationist services are offered online via consultation or in-person for instruction and research support.

The WHSC Library offers a wide range of unique services and programs that aim to optimize research, education, and clinical care processes throughout the Woodruff Health Sciences Center with reliable and sustainable access to and utilization of data, information, and knowledge.

Emory, a private university, has an institutional mission “to create, teach, preserve, and apply knowledge in the service of humanity” and champions the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.

Position Summary

Emory Libraries seek a highly collaborative, knowledgeable, and strategic individual as Associate University Librarian (AUL) and Director of the WHSC Library. Reporting to the Associate Vice Provost and University Librarian, the AUL and Director serves as a senior-level manager and member of the Libraries’ leadership team, working collaboratively to integrate health sciences into the broader strategic directions of the Libraries and the University. The AUL contributes to strategic and annual planning, oversight of services, policies, and programs, resource allocation, and human resource planning and management.

The AUL and Director provides vision, leadership, administration, and strategic direction for all programs within the WHSC Library and aligns collections, services, programs, and outreach with the broader libraries, Emory’s academic mission, and the healthcare mission. The AUL and Director provides leadership, support, coaching, and mentorship to approximately 22 FTE employees.

This position offers some possibility for flexible work arrangements; however, the expectation is that the successful candidate will work primarily on-site.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

1. Leadership & Administration: Serves as a member of the Libraries’ senior management group, collaborating on policy issues affecting all functional areas, budget allocation, human resources, and development of service policies and programs.
2. Coordinates implementation of the Libraries’ goals within the WHSC Library and oversees specific initiatives, objectives, and projects to meet organizational goals.
3. Provides vision and leadership in the administration of the WHSC Library in alignment with the Libraries’ and Emory’s educational and research mission.
4. Coaches, mentors, and works with direct reports to build a high trust organizational culture.
5. Oversees WHSC Library budgets, personnel management, and space planning in collaboration with the leadership team.
6. Develops and maintains thorough knowledge of the University’s teaching, learning, and research programs.
7. Represents the WHSC Library on campus and in relevant committees and groups.
8. Participates in fundraising and development in areas of collections and public services.
9. Performs other duties as needed to accomplish the goals of the division/office and the library.

Required Qualifications

1. ALA-accredited master’s degree in library and information science OR equivalent education and experience.
2. Minimum of ten years of increasingly responsible experience within a major research library, preferably in academic health science libraries.
3. Demonstrated competence in strategic planning and managing change in complex environments.
4. Experience with budget planning and administration, human resources management, and facilities and space planning.
5. Demonstrated leadership ability and a strong commitment to service excellence.
6. Commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive educational environment.
7. Excellent skills in building and sustaining effective communication strategies.
8. Evidence of an ability to develop and maintain a development program.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Advanced degree (subject master’s or doctoral) in a relevant discipline.
2. Experience in academic health sciences libraries.
3. Participation in scholarly communications initiatives.

Application Procedures

Interested candidates should review the application requirements and apply online at {Link to iCIMS posting}, Requisition/Job Posting # https://apptrkr.com/5867446

Applications may be submitted as Word or PDF attachments and must include:

1. Current resume/vita detailing education and relevant experience;
2. Cover letter of application describing qualifications and experience;
3. A separate statement sharing your management and leadership philosophy, including how you would foster diversity, equity, and inclusion at Emory University Libraries (limit to 3 paragraphs).
4. List the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of 3 professional references.

Candidates applying by January 17, 2025 will receive priority consideration. Review of applications will continue until the position is successfully filled. Emory is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that welcomes and encourages diversity.

General Information

Professional librarians at Emory Libraries are 12-month faculty-equivalent positions evaluated annually. Emory provides a competitive fringe benefit plan that includes personal leave, holiday pay, medical and dental plans, life insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Description of Institution and Library

Emory University is internationally recognized for its outstanding liberal arts college and superb professional schools. The WHSC Library has institutional memberships with various associations and is ranked among the top 20 Association of Research Libraries (ARL) in North America.

Diversity Statement

Emory Libraries recognize diversity, equity, and inclusion as core values integral to achieving our mission. We champion an inclusive work environment through competency training and diverse recruitment and retention.

Emory University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.