Central Washington University - Ellensburg, WA

posted about 1 month ago

Full-time - Senior
Ellensburg, WA
5,001-10,000 employees
Educational Services

About the position

Central Washington University is recruiting an Associate Dean of Libraries: Collection and Technology Strategies to join our CWU Libraries team in Ellensburg, Washington. This position plays a key role within the libraries administration, helping to lead the strategic vision for library collections and technology, to support student and faculty information access and success for the University. The role is a campus-based position, which means you get to see the lives you are impacting. We're offering a salary, depending on experience, from $105,792 - $120,888 annually plus the awesome CWU benefits. CWU Libraries is a student-focused resource hub dedicated to supporting the academic and personal success of the Central Washington University community. With a commitment to accessibility and innovation, CWU Libraries offers dynamic collections, an array of services, and versatile study spaces. This position is responsible for contributing to and implementing the libraries' plans, providing fiscal oversight for the libraries' budget, and leading the strategic vision for library collections and systems.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership in the development and implementation of the libraries' strategic planning and assessment activities.
  • Assist the dean with overall administration of the libraries.
  • Plan, promote, and assess the libraries' collections and systems in support of student success.
  • Maintain current awareness of professional standards and best practices.
  • Serve as an active member of the libraries' leadership and supervisor teams.
  • Represent the libraries in library consortia and professional organizations.
  • Participate in committees to foster collaborative working relationships.
  • Foster an organizational climate based on respect, service, and teamwork.
  • Provide fiscal oversight for the libraries' collection budget.
  • Lead the strategic vision for library collections including diversification and open access.
  • Manage the collections services unit and advocate for additional resources.
  • Lead day-to-day collection development and technical services operations.
  • Coordinate collection assessment activities and analyze data.
  • Provide fiscal oversight for the libraries' system budget.
  • Lead the strategic vision for library systems to support information access.
  • Manage the technology services unit and advocate for additional resources.
  • Support technology services operations including web and database services.
  • Engage in recruitment and hiring new employees.
  • Define performance expectations and conduct formal performance evaluations.
  • Promote professional development opportunities for staff.
  • Communicate information to staff to influence engagement.
  • Recognize and reward employees for good performance.

Requirements

  • An ALA-accredited M.L.S. or equivalent degree.
  • Record of professional and scholarly activity sufficient for appointment at the rank of associate professor or professor.
  • Significant experience in collection development and/or technical services operations within an academic library.
  • Demonstrated understanding of day-to-day operations within collection development, technical services, and information technology.
  • Knowledge of academic library practices across all library services and functions.
  • Proven fiscal management experience for collection and/or system budgets.
  • Close understanding of the academic library's role in teaching, learning, and research.
  • Demonstrated leadership and analytical skills.
  • Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and complete tasks on time.
  • Commitment to working for and with diverse populations.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Experience working in a library consortia environment.
  • Experience negotiating vendor licenses and contracts.

Nice-to-haves

  • In-depth knowledge and ability in academic library planning and best practices.
  • Experience in hiring, orienting, training, and development.
  • Experience with outreach to faculty and academic program leaders.
  • Supervisory experience in a union and/or collective bargaining environment.
  • Knowledge of and/or experience with Alma/Primo.
  • Experience writing and administering grants for academic libraries.
  • Experience with accreditation processes.
  • Additional advanced subject degree(s).
  • Life experiences that demonstrate an ability to contribute to CWU's commitment to inclusion and diversity.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, life and disability insurance.
  • Retirement and optional savings plans.
  • Tuition assistance for you and your dependents.
  • Discounts across town.
  • Employee assistance program for individualized counseling.
  • Wellness incentive program.
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