POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Director of Libraries A prestigious college in New York invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of Libraries. The Director of Libraries directs overall operations of the College's Libraries, develops goals and objectives, and creates short- and long-term plans for the management of the libraries. The Director of Libraries reports to the Vice President of Undergraduate Education and works closely with the academic deans and senior administrative team on behalf of the college.
The college is seeking a leader who will embrace the opportunities that new technology offers while retaining the traditional virtues of a great library. The ideal candidate will have: · an understanding of the complexities and richness of academic life and the role of the library in a modern college · an ability to develop strategic goals and objectives and set priorities for the College's libraries · a record of successful administrative experience with strong written and verbal communication skills, financial planning (including budget preparation and control), and management · commitment to the recruitment, training and development, and retention of a diverse and highly-qualified workforce; ability to inspire the library staff and the broader university community in confronting the challenge of the next decades · experience in planning, design, implementation, support and evaluation of library automated systems · appreciation for the research and educational needs and practices of faculty scholars and students · expertise in working within a multi-state and international collegiate environment · a record of experience working with governmental monitors and regional accrediting agencies · a fundamental understanding of technology and its relation to academic institutions. The successful candidate will possess an MLS degree from an ALA-accredited institution (second Master's or Ph.D. preferred), at least five years experience at a senior level of library administration, and the ability to work with a diverse faculty and staff. Applications should include a statement of interest and resume. Applications and nominations will be kept strictly confidential. The review of the material will begin immediately and continue until the new Director of Libraries is selected. This college is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Applications of interest from members of underrepresented groups are encouraged. Initial screening of applicant materials will typically take between four and six weeks. To submit nominations or candidacies please contact: Daniel Strassman Assistant to the President Joel H. Paul and Associates, Inc. 261 West 35th Street, Suite 400 New York, NY 10001 212-564-6500 ext.21 Fax: 212-868-2671 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) =========================================================== Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: Hasafran @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
