JOB POSTING: Program Director for Collection Strategies and Subject
Services, Notre Dame, IN
The Hesburgh Libraries at the University of Notre Dame seeks a creative,
forward-thinking, user-oriented and collaborative professional for the
position of Program Director for Collection Strategies and Subject Services.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The director leads, shapes, and transforms the mission of the program,
which currently includes 19 subject librarians organized into three units
representing academic programs in STEM, Business, Arts, Humanities, Social
Sciences, and Area Studies. Additionally, there are currently 13
affiliated, part-time subject specialists, whose primary positions are in
other library programs. The director will have an opportunity to optimize
both the program structure and the roles of individual contributors in
order to position the libraries to meet the changing demands of scholarship
and research.
The director will strengthen our partnerships with departments, programs,
institutes and centers at Notre Dame by working with the subject librarians
to develop, implement, and assess services that both enhance teaching and
learning in the colleges and support the full cycle of research and scholarly
exchange.
The director also has responsibility for managing the Libraries’ collection
strategies, working collaboratively to implement innovative approaches to
effectively steward both print and electronic acquisitions in support of
teaching and research. Additionally, the director assists in developing
assessment standards and conducting data analysis to inform collections
strategy decisions. He or she will insure effective communications with
academic departments and programs regarding the library’s collection
strategies.
The director has a critical responsibility for collaboration and building
strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The director
works closely with the six other library programs: the Teaching, Research
and User Services Program; the Specialized Collection Services Program; the
Digital Initiatives and Scholarship Program; the Resources, Acquisitions, and
Discovery Services Program; the Information Technology Program; and the
Administrative and Central Resources Program. Along with the other program
directors, the Program Director for Collection Strategies and Subject
Services is a member of the library’s senior leadership team, the Library
Cabinet. The position reports to the Associate University Librarian
for Academic
Services and Collections.
As a member of the library faculty this position also contributes to the
Hesburgh Libraries, the University of Notre Dame, and the profession
through activities such as committee work, publishing, and service in
professional organizations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
An MLS or other terminal academic degree and evidence of scholarship in an
academic discipline. A minimum of three years professional experience in
building and managing an academic library collection, including fund
management. An understanding of 21st century collections issues for
research libraries, including: emerging practices, standards, and
trends relating
to resource acquisition. Ability to work across organizational boundaries,
lead effective teams, manage change, negotiate differences, and mentor
colleagues. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Salary and Benefits:
Appointment salary and rank are competitive, commensurate with experience
and qualifications. Librarians are non-tenure track members of the Library
Faculty. The University offers an excellent benefits and annual vacation
package.
Environment:
The University of Notre Dame is a highly selective national Catholic
teaching and research university in northern Indiana about ninety miles
from Chicago. Approximately 8,200 undergraduates and 3,100 graduate
students pursue a broad range of studies. For more information about the
University of Notre Dame, please visit the University of Notre Dame homepage
at http://nd.edu/. The Hesburgh Libraries (http://library.nd.edu) hold
about 3.5 million volumes and provide access to more than 23,000 serials.
The Libraries have 124 staff and 50 librarians. The Libraries are a member
of the Academic Libraries of Indiana (ALI), ARL, NERL and other consortia.
The University of Notre Dame is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer strongly committed to diversity. We value qualified candidates who
can bring a variety of backgrounds to our community.
Further details & application instructions:
This position posting and application instructions can be found on the
Interfolio website: apply.interfolio.com/33853
This position posting and additional information about Hesburgh Libraries
can be found on the Libraries’ website:
http://www.library.nd.edu/about/employment/
Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2016 and will continue until
the position is filled. For additional information about working at the
University of Notre Dame and various benefits available to employees,
please visit http://hr.nd.edu/why-nd. The University of Notre Dame supports
the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program (
http://hr.nd.edu/employment-opportunities/dualcareer/) in place to assist
relocating spouses and significant others with their job search.
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the
highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an
Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally
diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority
candidates and others that will enhance our community. Moreover, Notre
Dame prohibits
discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and
requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance
veterans and qualified
individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41
CFR 60-300.5(a).
Received on Thu Jan 28 2016 - 13:56:38 EST