The University of North Alabama is accepting applications for the position of Director of Library Services. 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.
Essential Job Duties
- 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 Qualifications
- 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.
To view a complete job description and/or apply for this position, please visit our Online Employment System at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/una/jobs/4661961/director-library-services. 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.
UNA is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving excellence and strength through diversity. UNA seeks a wide range of applicants for this position so that one of our core values, ethnic and cultural diversity, will be affirmed. UNA is a smoke-free campus.