Arizona State University is hiring: Associate University Librarian for Digital S

Arizona State University: Office of the University Provost Tempe: ASU Library

Location

Tempe, Arizona

Open Date

Aug 05, 2024

Description

Arizona State University Library seeks a highly qualified and experienced leader for the position of Associate University Librarian (AUL) for Digital Strategies and Services. The core responsibility of the AUL is to provide unified strategic vision, strategic leadership, effective coordination, and management for teams, products, and development to support and advance the learning, teaching, and research activities of America’s most innovative university.

The AUL will lead a newly-reconfigured directorate to help shape a future-forward digital culture at ASU Library by leveraging a deep understanding of libraries, library services, and library ambitions and how they are supported by library digital systems, educational technology, software development, implementation, and usage combined with empathetic leadership and the ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

As a member of the Library Management Group, reporting to the University Librarian, the AUL will contribute to the success of ASU Library through high-level participation in university and library planning, policy-making, and goal setting. They will have a special responsibility to foster collaboration among all the operational directorates of the Library.

With an understanding of and commitment to a culture of collaboration and innovation, the AUL will align with and advance the University’s mission of inclusion and excellence. The ASU Charter and Design Aspirations are fundamental to all our work.

Essential Functions

The AUL will report to the University Librarian as a member of the ASU Library Management Group, participating broadly in organizational leadership functions. The AULs together will be responsible for a culture of collaboration, cooperation, and seamless interaction across the library.

1. Communicate a clear vision for the future of libraries empowered by digital technologies.
2. Provide direct leadership, supervision, and oversight for the ASU Library Digital Strategies and Services Directorate, including support, operations, information security, systems development and management.
3. Ensure digital infrastructure that serves the needs of the institution and aligns with the vision, mission, and goals of the ASU Library.
4. Explore and implement new technologies, tools, and platforms to enhance digital library services.
5. Establish metrics and assessment strategies to evaluate the usage, impact, and effectiveness of digital library systems and tools.
6. Coordinate and develop Library relations at the executive level with EdPlus, Knowledge Enterprise, Learning Enterprise, and Enterprise Technology.
7. Demonstrate multicultural competence and help create an educational and work environment that affirms our commitment to inclusion.

Responsibilities

1. Directly mentor and supervise units of the Library that focus on systems development and management.
2. Lead inclusive product teams, project managers, and coordinators across the organization.
3. Maintain a broad understanding of Arizona State University’s teaching and research programs.
4. Work closely with other directorates to ensure compatibility and compliance with University system requirements.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

1. Master of Library Science degree from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent.
2. Substantial and progressively responsible professional experience in academic libraries, including recent administration/management and/or supervisory experience.
3. Record of accomplishment sufficient to achieve continuing appointment in the ASU Library at the rank of Associate or Full Librarian.
4. Recent experience demonstrating leadership in the integration of digital systems and services in library strategy and operations.

Preferred qualifications:

1. Record of success in management and operation of public-facing library services.
2. Demonstrated experience in facilitating team communications.
3. Demonstrated success advocating for and managing resources.
4. Experience facilitating IT governance and decision making.
5. Demonstrated successful leadership experience within an inclusive community.
6. Demonstrated success in grant applications and management.

Application Instructions

To apply, candidates should submit: 1) detailed cover letter explaining how their experience and background has prepared them for the role; 2) a comprehensive vita or resume; and 3) the names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of 5 recent professional references. At least one reference must be from a recent direct supervisor.

Materials should be sent via email with three separate PDF attachments. For full consideration, applicant materials should be submitted by October 7, 2024.

Application Process

A background check is required for employment. Arizona State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.