Director of Library and Assistant Professor
University of Arkansas - Monticello•Monticello, MN
•Onsite
About The Position
The Director of Library will provide leadership in developing and expanding the library services program at UAM; develop, present, and implement the budget to accomplish planned goals; coordinate the Library activities with academic programs in UAM’s schools; hire, supervise and encourage the professional development of library professionals and staff; plan for and establish priorities and policies for the development of collections, and public and technical services. The Library Director is a member of the Academic Council and reports to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.
Requirements
- An earned master’s degree in library or library informational sciences from an accredited program.
- Three years of higher education library experience.
- Highly effective interpersonal skills.
- A consultative leadership style.
- A commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, administration, and students.
- Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
Nice To Haves
- A doctorate degree in library or library information sciences or in a cognate area pertinent to UAM’s program offerings is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership in developing and expanding the library services program at UAM.
- Develop, present, and implement the budget to accomplish planned goals.
- Coordinate Library activities with academic programs in UAM’s schools.
- Hire, supervise, and encourage the professional development of library professionals and staff.
- Plan for and establish priorities and policies for the development of collections, and public and technical services.
Benefits
- Benefits Eligible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
