Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Reno, Nevada - Truckee Meadows Community College - Director of Library Services



 
Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC), located in Reno, Nevada invites applications from experienced, visionary, and creative librarians to provide leadership and expertise as the Director of Library Services. The successful candidate will have the ability to articulate a vision for the library being integral to student success.

Responsible for planning, coordinating and supervising all of the library’s service components. Oversees information resources, hardware and software, in support of students, staff and faculty information and research needs. Plans, coordinates and supervises all daily operations of library service areas. Directs all library activities for the college, including reference and information, curriculum, periodicals and media. Evaluates current services and recommends changes in the library policy and procedures.

Position Description
Selects, supervises, and evaluates library staff; provides day-to-day problem solving and training of staff. Develops and supervises assigned budget allocation. Responsible for safety and security of library patrons, building, hardware, and software materials. Evaluates, recommends and selects equipment and materials in direct support of curriculum needs. Represents the library on campus and NSHE committees, councils, and teams. Serves as a liaison with other institutions as well as the community regarding library services and use of the facilities and materials. Oversee the collection and maintenance of statistical data needed for evaluation of services as well as for state and federal reports. Responsible for electronic, print and non-print collection development.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree in library science, information science, business administration, public administration or related field from an accredited institution.
2. Three years of experience in a related position in a Library setting.
3. Two years of supervisory or management experience.

Preferred Qualifications
1. Master’s degree in Library Science or Information Science from a regionally accredited institution.
2. Five years of managerial experience, including supervision of employees.
3. Demonstrated expertise in planning and management of budgets.
4. Experience and expertise with 21st Century library practices and programming, new and emerging technologies, including online library systems, electronic databases, and support for online education.
5. Demonstrated expertise in assessment of instruction, library resources and services.
6. Knowledge of regional institutional accreditation as related to the library.

Conditions of Employment
This is a full-time, non-tenure track, administrative position reporting to the Vice President Academic Affairs.
                 
Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds.

Responsibilities
1. Manage the library staff effectively to create a team that works well together to deliver excellent services aimed at student success.
2. Provide leadership and administrative responsibility in planning and managing all areas of traditional and emerging library services and work well with academic support and tutoring centers.
3. Advocate for library staff, budgets and resources for the library.
4. Effectively communicate both in written and oral form with library staff, TMCC faculty, staff and students, other NSHE institutions, and the community at large.
5. Promote and support professional growth of employees in the library.
6. Manage budget and other resources allocated to the library and its branches.
7. Ensure library policies and procedures are current with college and system policies.
8. Work with faculty and staff to develop program goals commensurate with the role and mission of the college.
9. Develop, implement, and manage a system for assessing the effectiveness of library services and ensuring continuous quality improvement for the library.
10. Contribute to academic learning outcomes and assessment efforts.
11. Work closely with academic departments to align resources and services in support of curriculum and research needs.
12. Work with local libraries and other NSHE institutions to expand resources for students and faculty.
13. Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with standards, mission, and goals of Truckee Meadows Community College.
14. Compliance with Sections 504/508 for library materials, resources and services.
15. Other duties as assigned.

Starting salary, $83,340. Dependent on education and experience.
Closing date - 06/11/2014

Posting Specific Questions

1.What are the current trends and challenges in managing a college library and its faculty and staff?
2.What qualities are essential for a college library director today? Why are these qualities important, and how do you meet these?

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1.            Resume
2.            Cover Letter
Optional Documents
1.            Curriculum Vitae
2.            Letters of Recommendation
3.            Certification
4.            Licensure

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