Director of Library Services

The Director of Library Services, as the chief administrative officer of the library and administrator with faculty status, provides vision and leadership in integrating new information technologies and expanding the library's role as a Learning Commons in the university community; oversees all library operations; and, represents the university at meetings of professional library organizations.

Administrative faculty responsibilities continue through twelve months each year.

Qualifications: 1.

An ALA-accredited graduate degree in library and information science 2.

Five years of professional experience in academic librarianship 3.

Three years management/supervisory experience 4.

Understanding of and experience with Integrated Library Systems (ILS) 5.

Knowledge of electronic resources employed by libraries 6.

Aptitude with productivity software 7.

Experience with electronic resource licensing including utilization of consortium agreements and direct connections with vendors 8.

Experience with assessment efforts and accreditation guidelines specific to libraries 9.

The ability to work harmoniously with faculty, staff and administration 10.

A strong commitment to the university's mission Preferred Qualifications: 1.

A second graduate degree either in administration or in a subject area of importance to the university curriculum 2.

Experience working with the various functions of a Learning Commons including writing and tutoring centers.

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Experience with the OCLC WorldShare ILS 4.

Experience with Microsoft Office 5.

Experience with library content management systems (LibGuides preferred), integrated institutional database applications and learning management systems General Expectations: 1.

Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ 2.

Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties.

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Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook 4.

Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records 5.

Properly exercise tact, diplomacy, discretion, and professional judgment 6.

Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties 7.

Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties 8.

Supervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures 9.

Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area 10.

Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor Responsibilities: 1.

Serves as the chief administrative officer of the library 2.

Provides visionary leadership of library operations to align the library's services and design with the current and future needs of the institution.

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Participates in faculty meetings and serves on faculty committees as appointed by the Provost 4.

Serves as a mem...