Interim Associate Dean, University Library

California State University•Carson, CA

1d•$11,900 - $12,600

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Dean of the University Library, the Interim Associate Dean supports the Dean's vision for the library's mission and strategic planning goals. The role contributes significantly to library-wide planning, personnel management, plans for new services, policy and procedure development, assessment, marketing, and oversight of daily library operations. It assesses outcomes in services, collections, instruction, and diversity, equity, and inclusion in alignment with campus and library strategic plans, and coordinates assessment activities across departments. The position is primarily responsible for User Services, Collections, Access, and Processing Services (CAPS), and the Gerth Archives and Special Collections, in close consultation with the relevant director. It also assists the Dean with leadership and oversight of library faculty, represents the Dean at meetings and events on and off campus, prepares reports, assumes responsibility for the library in the Dean's absence, and leads other initiatives as required. The position is an Administrator III MPP role; MPP employees serve at the pleasure of the campus President and do not receive permanent status.

Requirements

Eight years of professional experience in an academic or research library.
At least four years of progressively responsible management and supervisory experience.
A sustained record of professional and scholarly activity qualifying the candidate for appointment at the level of Librarian with tenure.
Effective supervisory and administrative management experience in a higher education library or research setting, with a strong service and inclusive orientation.
Experience successfully developing, managing, and completing large, complex projects and programs in a library or similar environment.
Master's degree in Library Science, Information Science, or a relevant professional discipline from an American Library Association-accredited program, or equivalent if earned outside the United States.
Sound grasp of current issues and trends in academic libraries, including digital scholarship, information literacy, emerging teaching and learning technologies, collection development and management, high-impact learning practices, open access and education, and assessment of learning and services for continuous improvement.
Demonstrated leadership, project management, analytical, creative problem-solving, and innovative problem-solving skills, and a strong commitment to service excellence.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with individuals and groups within and beyond the library, across campus, and in regional and library professional communities.
Strong management and supervision skills, including the ability to motivate, develop, and mentor others.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively independently and as a team leader and member.
CV and cover letter are required application documents.

Nice To Haves

Ability to be proactive, flexible, and collaborative as a leader and senior administrator to accomplish strategic goals and priorities.
Experience managing academic personnel.
Collaborative team-building skills, including the ability to motivate, develop, and mentor others and welcome and support diverse ideas, cultures, and experiences.
Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and administrators to set and accomplish strategic goals and cultivate a collegial environment.
Commitment to data-driven decision-making and fostering a culture of inquiry and assessment.
Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive educational environment and workplace, working with a diverse student and faculty population, and building relationships that value equity, inclusion, and diversity of identity, background, and perspectives.

Responsibilities

Support the Dean in the overall administration of the University Library.
As a member of the Library management team, participate in problem resolution, decision-making, policy development, and planning for library units.
Represent the Dean on committees and at university or college functions as requested.
Work with the Academic Resource Manager to coordinate recruitment and hiring processes for staff employees.
Supervise temporary full-time and part-time librarians and coordinate their annual lecturer evaluations.
Prepare documents on behalf of the Dean, including strategic plans, accreditation materials, annual reports, audits, policies and procedures, and reorganization documents.
Contribute to library-wide planning, personnel management, service planning, policy and procedure development, assessment, marketing, and oversight of daily operations.
Assess outcomes in service provision, collections, instruction, and diversity, equity, and inclusion, and coordinate assessment activities across departments.
Oversee the User Services, Collections, Access, and Processing Services (CAPS), and Gerth Archives and Special Collections departments in consultation with the relevant director.
Assist the Dean in providing leadership and oversight to library faculty.
Prepare reports, assume responsibility for the library in the Dean's absence, and lead other initiatives as required.