Research Collections Director

3 days ago


Santa Barbara, California, United States Digital Library Federation Full time
Job Overview
The Digital Library Federation is seeking a skilled professional to lead the development of its rare and special collections department. As the director, you will be responsible for establishing priorities and guidelines for curators and staff engaged in curation, stewardship, preservation, and access to these valuable resources.

Responsibilities
• Manage hiring, supervision, training, coaching, and guidance for direct reports
• Provide leadership in planning and managing collection development, public services, and space management
• Articulate departmental policies and procedures, and evaluate ongoing activities using data and assessment

Requirements
• Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent international institution, with coursework in archives and/or special collections
• At least two years of experience managing library staff
• Excellent written communication skills, as evidenced by submitted materials, including a CV, cover letter, and optional statement of contributions to diversity

Preferred Qualifications
• Knowledge of current and emerging trends, issues, workflows, standards, and best practices in archives and special collections in research libraries
• Demonstrated success in strategic planning, including workforce and budget planning, collection space planning, and management
• Familiarity with legal, privacy, and ethical issues associated with archiving and providing access to digital and print content
• Experience working with donors and growing philanthropic support
• Experience with public programming and exhibits

About the Role
This position offers a competitive salary range of $70,635 - $152,955 annually, based on qualifications and location. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of leading teams and developing strategies to advance the goals of the organization. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please apply for this exciting opportunity.

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