Director, Library Services

Position Title:Director of Library Services
Reports To:Vice President of Academic Affairs

Classification:Full-Time, Exempt

Work Mode and schedule:Onsite Monday to Friday

The Vaughn College library is a modern state of the art facility containing a substantial collection including thousands of books, periodicals, videos, computerized aircraft manuals, e-books and software. Faculty, staff and students have online access to a wealth of research databases as well as a collection of videos–in DVD and Blu-ray formats. The library includes quiet areas for study, computer use as well as a multimedia section for instructional use. It is conveniently located near the colleges teaching and learning center where students receive tutoring and advisement.

The Director of Library Services provides innovative and effective leadership in the provision of high quality library services and resources to the Vaughn community.

Responsibilities include developing, implementing and evaluating Library policies and procedures; managing, evaluating and reporting on Library operations; ensuring appropriate access to print and electronic information resources; and collaboratively coordinating the management of specific departmental material/documents.

Essential Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day operation of the Library including services, collections, and facilities, as well as training and supervision of library staff.

• Preparing and administering the Library’s annual budget.

• Researching and implementing enhancements to existing library technology.

• Overseeing and managing an effective library web presence.

• Preparing statistical reports( IPEDS), surveys, self-studies, and analyses of library services.

• In conjunction with the Academic departments, conducts targeted assessment to improve information literacy instruction, collections, and operations tailored to the needs of the Vaughn community.

• Developing and implementing long-range plans for growth and improvement of facilities, collections, and services that reflect the evolving changes in scholarship.

• Remaining current with library trends, use of library technology, and the provision of services to today’s library.

• Seeking innovative and creative ways to market, enhance, and improve Library services.

• Facilitating the continuous transformation of the Library into a technologically advanced information center.

• Strategically collaborating with other campus offices to promote innovative services to the Vaughn students, faculty, and staff.

• Representing and promoting the Library to the College and community.

• Creating a library environment (physical space as well as through services provided) that promotes the core values of the Vaughn College community.

• Serving on College–wide committees or taskforces.

Required Qualifications

• Master in Library Science or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program is required.

• 5+ years in Library Services including supervisory experience

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong commitment to and evidence of user-centered service expertise

• Advanced proficiency in computers, library information systems, and online library resources

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on using evidence-based decision making

• Excellent team-building and leadership skills

• Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Hours:

• Monday to Friday

• Working occasionally on nights and weekends may be necessary to complete the requirements of the position.

Salaryand Benefits:

$67,000 - $85,000 for well-qualified individuals. Salary is determined based upon experience and education as well as internal equity. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, long-term disability, generous leave policies, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, tax-deferred retirement savings plan,as well as employee and dependent tuition assistance programs.

To Apply:

The following documents are required to complete the application process:

• Cover letter

• Résumé

• Application form (online)

You can apply by following the portal instructions at https://www.vaughn.edu/about/work-at-vaughn/.

For additional information about Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology please visit https://www.vaughn.edu/

Review of applications will begin immediately.

Final candidates will be expected to attend at least one in-person interview on campus.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.