Associate University Librarian for Scholarly Communication & Collections, Iowa State University Library
University Title Director II - 1021
Posting Number 60339P
Proposed Start Date As soon as possible
Review application instructions at https://www.iastatejobs.com/postings/21341
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
The Iowa State University Library seeks a strong leader to shape and direct the work the of the Collections & Technical Services Division and lead scholarly communication efforts for the Library. The successful candidate will be highly engaged in acquiring and making accessible library collections and research resources in all formats for the Iowa State University Library.
The Collections & Technical Services Division includes Resource Sharing and Acquisitions Management; Metadata and Cataloging; Electronic Resources; and the Collections Program. The Associate University Librarian will provide library-wide leadership for scholarly communication initiatives and activities, and will direct and support the work of the 28 faculty and staff within the Collections and Technical Services Division. Will oversee the recruitment, hiring, professional development, annual performance evaluations, mentoring and coaching of faculty and staff for continued success. Along with staff input, will evaluate and implement technologies and seek methods to improve efficiency and effectiveness of current technologies, services and processes. Will seek areas to expand services based on user needs. Will be responsible for maintaining a broad awareness of new and emerging developments and how they may impact and/or influence department, divisional, and library strategic directions.
Additionally, the Associate University Librarian will work collaboratively and effectively with various stakeholders within the Library, the campus community, and with external partners in support of the Library’s strategic plan and overall mission. Will be a member of the Library’s administrative cabinet, and shares responsibility for leading strategic and operational planning and other Library-wide initiatives.
The Associate University Librarian will participate in library/university service; Board of Regents, state, national and international service activities; editorial work/roles; and professional practice outreach/extension activities. Will also contribute to an ongoing record of external service including leadership roles in state, regional, national or international professional and scholarly organizations; and editorial work/roles; and/or will contribute to an ongoing record of research and scholarship.
The successful candidate will possess the ability to effectively supervise and mentor staff at all levels; have exceptional analytical, decision making, and time and project management skills; demonstrated initiative, strong interpersonal skills, creativity and collegiality; demonstrated ability to formulate and implement innovative approaches and solutions to problems; excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills; ability to communicate complex ideas to a wide range of audiences, and to speak and write clearly, concisely, and persuasively. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with library staff and the university community. Strong commitment to public service and the land-grant mission.
ISU students, staff, and faculty strive to overcome historical and divisive biases in our society. Library staff must embrace an environment of inclusion that moves beyond simple tolerance to recognizing the richness in individual identities of people, and diverse perspectives.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of related experience; OR a Master’s degree and 6 years of related experience; OR a Ph.D. or other professional degree and 3 years of related experience unless otherwise specified under supplemental required education and experience.
Supplemental Required Education and Experience
Degree must be in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program or education supporting a specialized key program function.
Experience must include technical services in a leadership role with advance operational and supervisory and/or managerial duties.
Preferred Education and Experience
Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
Experience leading scholarly communication-related initiatives
Experience in an academic or research library collections or technical services department.
Experience supervising permanent staff.
Experience managing a collections and technical services unit or department, including developing and implementing policies and procedures, managing budgets, and collection management.
Experience with ExLibris Alma systems.
Experience managing library collections budgets.
Location (if other than Ames)
Additional Information
Iowa State University is a premier land grant institution located in Ames in the heart of Iowa. Ames celebrates all four seasons and activities to accompany each of them. Ski venues, golf courses, aquatic centers and orchards are plentiful. Ames has over 30 parks (encompassing 750 acres), 13 park shelters, dog parks and miles of bicycle and walking trails. As of the 2010 Census, the Ames population was nearly 59,000, and in 2014, CNN Money placed Ames at no. 8 on the list of top 50 best small cities in the country. Ranked no. 4 on the list of 100 Smartest Cities in America Study, no surprise that Ames and surrounding school districts are recognized nationally for quality education, low teacher-student ratios, and reading and math proficiency.
Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation, ISU is one of three Iowa Regent’s institutions. Over 16,000 employees serve a population of over 34,000 students. Iowa State is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and the University Library is a member of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) and the Greater Western Library Alliance (GWLA). Librarians teach the required-for-graduation Library 160 course, have subject responsibility in all college course areas and are readily available to assist students, faculty and staff with research pursuits.
The campus boasts amenities like Art on Campus, a collection of over 2,000 works of public art, including Grant Wood’s largest murals located in Parks Library and many pieces by Sticks, Inc., founded by renowned artist and Ames native Sarah Grant. Collegerank.net lists the William Robert Parks and Ellen Sorge Parks Library at no. 16 on the list of the 50 Most Amazing College Libraries.
Visit the City of Ames, Iowa State University and the University Library for additional information.
This position serves at the pleasure of university administration and is exempt from certain P&S policies.
Department Contact Name Hilary Deike
Department Contact Phone 515-294-0443
Department Contact Email hdeike@iastate.edu
Department/Unit Website
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, visit https://www.iastatejobs.com/postings/21341 and click on “Apply to this job” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
3) Contact Information for Three References
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Special Instructions Summary
Guaranteed Consideration Date 10/02/2016
Pre-Employment Screening
All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check.
Quick Link http://www.iastatejobs.com/postings/20674
EO Statement
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 3350 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.