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Southern Virginia University is hiring: Director of Library Services in Buena Vi

Southern Virginia University, Buena Vista, VA, United States, 24416

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Southern Virginia University is seeking a dynamic and innovative Director of Library Services to provide vision and leadership for the Von Canon Library. This role offers an opportunity to shape library services, resources, and initiatives in support of teaching, learning, scholarship, and research at a small liberal arts institution.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and collaborate with university administration, library staff, and faculty to advance the mission and strategic goals of the university.
  • Direct the daily operations of library services in a collegial atmosphere that fosters teamwork and excellence.
  • Provide leadership and planning for all aspects of library operations, including:
  1. Instruction and reference services
  2. Collection development
  3. Budgeting and resource allocation
  4. Personnel recruitment, supervision, and professional development
  5. Library systems and technology
  6. Archives and Special Collections
  7. Facilities maintenance and space utilization
  • Advocate for the library and its services, effectively communicating its value to students, faculty, administration, and external stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with teaching-focused faculty on student learning and research.
  • Maintain and optimize library systems software and digital content.
  • Anticipate the needs of students and faculty and allocate resources accordingly.
  • Serve actively on university committees.
  • Cultivate partnerships with peer institutions to expand access to shared resources.
  • Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and maintain awareness of national trends in librarianship, information literacy, and intellectual freedom.
  • Mentor and advise students who are considering a career in librarianship.
  • Model the university’s core values of being faithful, honest, and kind.

    • Minimum Qualifications

    • MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution.
    • A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in a library setting.
    • Proven leadership ability in planning, implementing, and assessing library services and programs.
    • Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and administration.
    • Experience managing budgets, personnel, and library technologies.
    • Knowledge of current trends and issues in academic librarianship.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience in academic libraries.
    • Familiarity with grant writing.
    • Instructional experience.
    • Experience in strategic planning.

    Physical Demands & Work Environment

    Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods. Primarily an office/library environment with occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.

    Applications

    To apply, interested candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to hr@svu.edu. Southern Virginia University is an equal-opportunity employer. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

    About Southern Virginia University

    Southern Virginia University is a private, faith-based institution of higher education aligned with the restored gospel of Jesus Christ as taught by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a university, we gather faithful Latter-day Saints and those who share our values, lift intellectually, socially, and spiritually, and launch into successful lives and careers. Applicants are invited to learn more about the university at svu.edu/mission.

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