Director of Library Services Job at University of North Alabama i...
University of North Alabama - Florence, AL, United States, 35630
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This position is responsible for providing collaborative leadership to develop and implement a shared vision of the library in support of the University’s mission. This position is a 12-month staff position. Salary starting at $100K, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as chief administrator of the library;
- Oversee the acquisition, organization, and management of library collections, both physical and digital, ensuring that they meet the needs of students, faculty, staff, and researchers;
- Guide the provision of evolving, relevant library services;
- Provide vision, leadership, and accountability through collaborative strategic planning and assessment;
- Develop and implement policies for the library/department;
- Prepare and manage the budget, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources to support library operations and initiatives;
- Integrate and facilitate appropriate technology;
- Effectively supervise and provide support for professional development for faculty and staff;
- In cooperation with the campus community, develop and guide initiatives that support the learning, teaching, research, service, and administrative goals of the University;
- Working within the system of shared governance, represent the library and its faculty/staff to internal and external stakeholders;
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
- ALA-accredited master’s degree in library and/or information science (or its equivalent) is required;
- Three or more years in library administration and/or a supervisory position, preferably academic, is required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills;
- Strong management and leadership skills in a collegial environment;
- Commitment to participatory decision making;
- Ability to create and sustain effective collaborative relationships internally and externally;
- In-depth understanding of emerging trends and issues in academic libraries, and a strong vision for the future;
- Commitment to the recruitment, professional development, and retention of a talented and diverse workforce;
- Strong commitment to providing excellent library services, resources, and facilities;
- Thorough knowledge of academic library operations;
- Ability to supervise and evaluate both faculty and staff;
- Skills in strategic planning, assessment, and problem-solving;
- Leadership, organizational ability, and initiative;
- Understanding of computer systems and technology;
- Knowledge of trends in scholarly communication;
- Understanding of academic culture and the needs of faculty, staff, and students regarding information resources, services, and technology;
- Knowledge of academic accreditation processes;
- Knowledge of license negotiations;
- Ability to strengthen consortial agreements;
- Ability to interact effectively with an increasingly diverse array of students, faculty, staff, administrators, parents, vendors, visitors, and the general public.
Applicants must upload a cover letter and resume/CV at the time of application and provide contact information for at least three professional/academic references. For questions, please email employment@una.edu or call 256-765-4291 and select option #2. Selecting an option other than #2 will result in a delayed response.
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