From: Judy Ganson <jganson_at_uark.edu>
Please excuse any cross-postings of this ad for the position soon to be
available in the University of Arkansas Libraries.
*Director for Academic and Research Services*
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The University of Arkansas Libraries seek a proven leader for the
position of Director for Academic and Research Services.Reporting to the
Dean of Libraries, the director guides the activities of the Academic
and Research Services Division which is comprised of Access Services,
Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery, Reference, Research Services
and Instruction, Performing Arts and Media, Chemistry and Biochemistry
Library, Fine Arts Library, and Physics Library.As a key member of the
Libraries’ administrative team, the director engages in strategic
planning and policy development which support the mission and vision of
the libraries and the university.
Working in an environment where constant change and transformation
occur, the director ensures the library meets the information
requirements of the teaching and research programs of the university,
promotes the library and its resources, nimbly adapts programs and
services that support change within the institution; and fosters
cross-divisional support and open communication to ensure that services
across the libraries are seamless to users.
The ideal candidate will possess a record of successful external
engagement and proven ability to build alliances with other campus
units; strong commitment to providing effective customer service;
excellent interpersonal skills encompassing the ability to work
collegially as a member of a team; strong analytical and organizational
skills; excellent written and oral communication skills; and
demonstrated commitment to diversity and understanding of the
contributions a diverse workforce brings to the workplace.
*Qualifications.Required:*A master’s degree from an ALA-accredited
program and a minimum of ten years of experience with progressively
responsible management experience.Demonstrated experience with
assessment tools and strategies; and demonstrated understanding of, and
receptiveness to, the information seeking behaviors of undergraduate and
graduate students and research faculty. Evidence of performance,
scholarly engagement, and active participation in professional
organizations sufficient to meet the criteria for appointment at the
rank of Librarian / Professor.*Preferred:*Experience with writing and
administering grants; fundraising (working closely with donors,
supporters, and development officers); collection development, and
knowledge of trends and issues in scholarly communications.Management
experience in an academic or research library.
*Rank and Salary:*Tenure-track, twelve-month faculty appointment at the
rank of Librarian / Professor.Minimum salary: $90,000.
*Benefits:*Relocation allowance available.Benefits include TIAA/CREF,
Fidelity Mutual Fund, or the Arkansas Public Employees Retirement
System, 22 days of annual leave, tuition reduction, and health insurance.
*Background:*The University of Arkansas places students first by
enhancing academic programs, creating an engaging campus life, reducing
obstacles, enhancing diversity, improving graduation rates, and
marshaling the expertise of the faculty, staff, and students.The
University is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a research
university with very high levels of research activity (RU/VH). The
University provides a superior campus landscape and environment while
designing and building world class facilities.The funding for research
awards and research expenditures continues to grow and so do the
academic programs offered.The University Libraries share in the
stewardship of the University’s goals and takes responsibility for the
health of the research and teaching collections as well as programs that
further support the academic mission.For more information, visit the
Libraries’ home page (http://libinfo.uark.edu).*The University of
Arkansas campus* (http://www.uark.edu) in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with a
student enrollment of more than 24,500, is the flagship campus of the
University of Arkansas System.With a population of approximately
420,000, the northwest Arkansas region is home to two Fortune 100
company headquarters.This thriving region offers numerous cultural
venues, such as the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, the Walton
Arts Center, and the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History.
(http://www.collegetownprofile.com/arkansas/universityofarkansas/index.html)
*Application deadline and contact information.*Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply.Completed applications received by December 15,
2012, will receive full consideration.Late applications will be reviewed
as necessary to fill the position.Send letter of application, résumé,
and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three current references
to libhrofc_at_uark.edu <mailto:libhrofc_at_uark.edu>to the attention of Jeff
Banks, Assistant Director for Library Human Resources and Diversity
Programs, University of Arkansas Libraries, 365 N. McIlroy Avenue,
Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701-4002.
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/The University of Arkansas is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
institution committed to achieving a culturally diverse faculty.Persons
hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United
States.All applicants are subject to public disclosure under the
Arkansas Freedom of Information Act./
Received on Tue Oct 30 2012 - 03:02:05 EDT