Associate Dean for Information Services and Law Library Director

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

6h

About The Position

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law invites visionary library leaders to apply for the position of Associate Dean for Information Services and Law Library Director. This is an opportunity to shape the future of legal education and information services at a unique institution committed to innovation and excellence. As Associate Dean and Director, you will have the opportunity to provide strategic leadership and vision for a library that serves both our law school constituency and the broader legal community through our partnership with the Pulaski County Law Library. You'll work alongside library faculty and staff who are dedicated to supporting student success and advancing legal scholarship. We seek a forward-thinking leader who will integrate emerging technologies into legal education, champion the ethical use of AI and digital tools, and foster a culture of innovation. At Bowen you'll have the autonomy to develop programs and services that enhance educational excellence and build meaningful partnerships with the central Arkansas legal community. The chance to make a lasting impact on legal education while advancing your career at an institution that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. This tenure-track faculty position offers the opportunity to blend library leadership with teaching, allowing you to directly impact the next generation of legal professionals while advancing your own career and scholarly interests. Join us at Bowen for a chance to make a lasting impact on legal education at an institution that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school and an M.L.S. or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program
• Minimum seven (7) years of law library experience, with at least five (5) years of progressive administrative experience in an academic law library, demonstrating your ability to lead teams and manage complex initiatives successfully
• Deep understanding of contemporary trends in legal education, library science, and information technology, with vision for how these intersect to serve diverse learning communities
• Broad knowledge of library operations, including digital resources, emerging technologies, legal research pedagogy, and innovative service delivery models
• Demonstrated ability to teach
• Expertise in legal research platforms and databases
• Demonstrated skill in managing personnel, collections, and budgets
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse constituents
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
• Negotiation and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for library services, championing innovative approaches to information delivery and supporting the school's mission of educational excellence
• Manage library operations and budget to maximize impact and ensure sustainable growth of collections and services
• Teach advanced legal research and collaborate with library colleagues to deliver excellent instruction that prepares students for practice
• Share your expertise by teaching additional courses that align with the law school's needs and your scholarly interests
• Develop innovative programs and resources that empower faculty research and enhance scholarly productivity
• Collaborate with other department heads in supporting and advising the Dean
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree