Job Posting: Associate Dean for Research and Education at UNLV Libraries
From:
James Tucker <cory.tucker_at_unlv.edu>
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Associate
Dean for Research and Education in its University Libraries.
*PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY *
Located in one of the most exciting cities in the nation UNLV is a
comprehensive research university of approximately 27,000 students and
2,800 faculty and staff dedicated to teaching, research, and service.
The university has professional programs in law, architecture,
performing arts and dental medicine; and leading programs in fine arts,
sciences and education. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and
two satellite campuses in dynamic Southern Nevada.
Founded in 1957, UNLV is a growing urban research institution. Major
areas of strategic focus for the campus are: attaining a Carnegie
Foundation designation as Tier One "Research University/Very High"
(RU/VH) and entering the top 100 American research universities;
planning for a public medical school in Southern Nevada that will boost
the regional economy and provide the community with more access to
quality health care.
UNLV faculty and staff are diverse, talented, and passionate people that
contribute to UNLV's mission of teaching, research, and service. On a
vibrant campus you will find a supportive workplace, and tools to help
you achieve professional and personal growth. For more information,
visit us on-line at: http://www.unlv.edu <http://www.unlv.edu/>.
PROFILE of the LIBRARIES and the RESEARCH and EDUCATION DIVISION
As a strong partner in student learning, UNLV Libraries fosters critical
thinking and lifelong learning with innovative services, entrepreneurial
staff, outstanding digital collections, up-to-date technology and
internationally renowned Special Collections, including two research
centers: the Center for Gaming Research and the Oral History Research
Center. University Libraries is comprised of Lied Library and three
branch libraries and is a gateway to more than 20,000 electronic
journals and 1.7 million books, including e-books. We welcome
individuals with diverse backgrounds to join our growing organization of
over 120 experienced faculty librarians and staff members committed to a
culture of continuous improvement as we contribute to the teaching,
learning, research and creative endeavors at one of the nation's fastest
growing universities.
The Research and Education Division (RED) fosters collaborations that
contribute to our users' academic success, research, and lifelong
learning. University Libraries' vision is to define the new academic
research library-bringing people and information together in innovative
ways. As UNLV emerges as a leading urban research institution, the
Libraries will pioneer dynamic, user-focused methods of reaching,
connecting, and engaging researchers and learners. The Associate Dean
for Research and Education will play a key leadership role in realizing
this vision.
*ROLE of the POSITION *
Reporting to the Dean of University Libraries, the Associate Dean for
RED is one of two Associate Deans in the Libraries, participating in the
Libraries' senior management team and leading the Research and Education
Division. The Associate Dean for RED provides direction, oversight and
leadership in several areas of strategic importance:
* Building initiatives and fostering collaborations that positively
impact student learning and support the research and scholarly
endeavors of the University.
* Participating in space planning efforts to ensure that UNLV
Libraries' spaces, both physical and virtual, evolve in response to
next-generation technologies, user expectations, and patterns in
learning and research collaboration
* Overseeing the service integrity of the Libraries at all service
desks and interactions
* Collaborating with campus partners and playing a leadership role on
campus to integrate the Libraries in the campus educational and
research mission. The Associate Dean represents the Libraries'
interests on a wide range of initiatives and standing groups, such
as Associate Deans for Research and Associate Deans for Academic
Affairs.
The Associate Dean for RED directly supervises four department heads and
three branch heads, and has overall responsibility for 40 staff members,
of which 20 are library faculty. RED departments include the Library
Liaisons Program, Educational Initiatives, New Media Services, User
Services, and three branch libraries - the Architecture Studies Library,
the Curriculum Materials Library, and the Music Library. Other areas
within the scope of RED are campus outreach and collaborations, campus
communications, public technology, and public space planning.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to work in a
complex, changing environment with a positive, flexible attitude. He or
she will have a proven capacity to build innovative programs and
services in support of teaching and research and to develop and grow a
motivated and knowledgeable staff.
As a tenured library faculty member, the incumbent will be expected to
work collaboratively, effectively, and collegially in teams with staff
at all levels, as well as with faculty and students; engage in scholarly
activities; and provide service to the university, the community, and
the profession in accordance with Libraries and University standards for
promotion and tenure.
*QUALIFICATIONS *
Required:
* A master's degree from a program accredited by the American Library
Association
* Minimum five years of experience in management positions in an
academic library
* Experience in developing library policy, articulating vision and
providing leadership and direction towards achieving strategic goals
* Significant experience in the development and implementation of
educational initiatives
* Demonstrated knowledge of the research lifecycle, and experience in
the development and implementation of services in support of research
* Demonstrated knowledge of trends and issues in higher education that
impact teaching and research
* Demonstrated commitment to user-focused services and working
collaboratively and constructively with a wide range of groups and
individuals
* Evidence of excellent organization skills and sound judgment
* Ability to resolve conflict and manage change; evidence of energy,
creativity, initiative and commitment to professional growth
* Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to
work independently and collegially
* Demonstrated experience in developing working partnerships with
academic departments and other campus communities
* Demonstrated project management experience
* Experience, reputation, and scholarship record sufficient to meet
criteria for appointment as a tenured faculty member
Preferred: experience with space planning, experience with assessment
methods that demonstrate value of libraries to institutional mission;
knowledge of scholarly communication landscape and role of libraries in
data lifecycle management; experience writing successful grant
proposals; experience in maintaining donor relationships.
*SALARY RANGE *
This is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track position at Rank III or IV
(equivalent to an Associate Professor or Professor). Salaries are
competitive with those at similarly situated institutions and dependent
upon labor market. Position is contingent upon funding.
*APPLICATION DETAILS *
Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications
and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at
least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants
should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific
reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because
this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be
based. The review of materials will begin May 1, 2015, and will continue
until the position is filled. Materials should be addressed to the
Associate Dean for Research and Education Search Committee Chair, and
are to be submitted via on-line application at
https://hrsearch.unlv.edu/. For assistance with UNLV's on-line applicant
portal, contact UNLV Employment Services at (702) 895-2894
<tel:%28702%29%20895-2894> or hrsearch_at_unlv.edu <mailto:hrsearch_at_unlv.edu>.
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Received on Fri Jun 05 2015 - 03:08:58 EDT