Director of Library Engagement & Impact

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number S06855P Position Title Director of Library Engagement & Impact Department Library Location Arlington Position Status Full-time Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm.

• Occasional hours might be worked outside of normal working hours due to course meeting times or other events.
• Flexibility is required to ensure the department is appropriately staffed in order to satisfy all service needs.
• Professional development, conferences, and training may require travel and/or overnight accommodations.

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $120,000 Pay Basis Monthly Job Summary

The Director of Engagement & Impact provides strategic leadership for a unified office that integrates marketing and communications, donor relations, assessment and analytics, and digital engagement for UTA Libraries. This position shapes the Libraries' narrative, strengthens internal and external relationships, manages the annual activities of the Friends of the Libraries, supports donor stewardship, and ensures that evidence-based impact is communicated effectively. As a member of the Libraries' Executive Leadership and Directors Team, the Director ensures cohesive messaging, strong donor stewardship, and data-informed decisions that support the Libraries' mission and strategic priorities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administrative Leadership

• Provide leadership, vision, and structure for the department, unifying efforts across the Communications, Development, and Impact subunits.

• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture grounded in transparency, efficiency, innovation, and user-centered service.

• Oversee budgeting, reporting, project pipelines, and resource allocation for the office.

• Brand, Messaging, and Communications Oversight

• Oversee the Libraries' brand strategy, editorial calendar, and institutional messaging to ensure alignment across all channels and audiences.

• Direct high-level storytelling, impact narratives, and communication strategies that elevate the visibility of Libraries initiatives, programs, and achievements.

• Provide leadership for major campaigns, internal communications, and external relations efforts in collaboration with campus Marketing, Messaging & Engagement (MME).

• Development, Donor Relations, and Advancement Partnership

• In close collaboration with and under the strategic direction of the Director of Development for the UTA Libraries, supports efforts to expand philanthropic support for the Libraries through coordinated donor stewardship, recognition, and fundraising initiatives for the UTA Friends of the Libraries.

• Partner with DAR to coordinate Libraries' participation in university-wide development initiatives and opportunities such as annual giving campaigns, engagement events, etc.

• Assessment, Evidence, and Impact Integration

• Promote a culture of evidence-based planning and continuous improvement across the Libraries, ensuring that data, user insights, and performance measures inform strategic decisions.

• Integrate assessment findings into storytelling, donor materials, leadership reporting, and external communications.

• Libraries' Leadership

• Serve on the Library's Executive Leadership and Directors' Team, contributing to institution-wide strategy, planning, and operational decision-making.

• Represent the library at campus-wide initiatives, donor events, community partnerships, and professional conferences.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, information science, public administration, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Significant progressively responsible experience in communications, advancement, assessment, or organizational leadership.
• Experience developing strategies, overseeing campaigns, and producing high-level messaging.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, information science, public administration, or a related field.
• Experience in higher education, libraries, nonprofits, or mission-driven organizations.
• Proven success in donor engagement, fundraising strategy, and partnership development.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams that include communications, development, and assessment.
• Understanding of UX principles, digital engagement strategies, and evidence-based storytelling.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex portfolios of work.
• Strong understanding of data-informed decision-making and impact measurement.
• Excellent communication, relationship management, and collaboration skills.
• Strategic thinker with a systems orientation.
• Exceptional communicator and storyteller.
• Strong relationship-builder with high emotional intelligence.
• Exceptional execution and delegation capabilities, with the ability to translate strategy into measurable action through others.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and leading organizational change.
• Skilled at aligning vision, people, and operations for impact.
• Highly collaborative and committed to transparency and service excellence.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to analyze situations and make sound decisions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products: Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, OneDrive/SharePoint, and other common office software.

Other Requirements Workplace and Eligibility Conditions

• This position may include non-traditional work hours such as evenings, weekends, and holidays based on departmental needs.
• Flexibility is required to ensure adequate staffing and coverage of service areas.
• The role involves exposure to standard office and library environments with repetitive use of a keyboard, manual dexterity, and occasional light lifting and moving of materials.
• Professional development, meetings, or training may require travel and/or overnight accommodations.
• UTA Libraries have various locations across campus.

Benefits Eligible Yes Benefits at UTA

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

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CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times' "Best for Vets: Colleges" and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates' salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 - including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas - UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university's strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Open Until Filled Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted 3 Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is the highest level of education attained?

• GED

• High School Diploma

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• PhD or equivalent

• • How much experience do you have in leading and managing public relations or communications teams?

• None/less than 2 years

• 2/less than 3 years

• 3/less than 5 years

• 5 years or more

• • How many years of supervisory experience do you have?

• None/less than 1 year

• 1 to 2 years

• 3 to 4 years

• 5 years or more

• • How many years of experience do you have in leadership, project management or management?

• None/less than 2 years

• 2 to 3 years

• 4 to 5 years

• 6 years or more

• • Please indicate whether you have completed any UTA Leadership Development programs.

• Aspiring Leaders Program

• MavsSupervisor Success Program

• MavsManager Foundations Program

• Leading People Credential (completion grants supervisory experience credit for internal entry-level supervisory roles)

• None of the above

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume or CV
• Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents