Chief Library Officer

2 weeks ago

Montgomery, Alabama, United States South University Full time

Position Overview:

The Chief Library Officer is accountable for the strategic planning, execution, administration, and assessment of all library functions. This role encompasses budget management, collection enhancement, and the provision of reference and instructional services. The incumbent is expected to uphold the institution's philosophy by delivering exceptional services to patrons, fostering employee development and recognition, adhering to sound economic practices, and nurturing an environment conducive to innovation and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage the annual library operational and capital budgets.
  • Prepare and present various reports to the academic community and relevant accreditation bodies as required.
  • Collaborate with faculty, department leaders, and library committees to ensure that library resources align with user requirements.
  • Procure new materials across various formats in accordance with institutional strategic objectives and budgetary guidelines.
  • Evaluate existing collections for their relevance to the curriculum.
  • Design, oversee, and deliver library services, which may include circulation, interlibrary loan, reference services, and outreach initiatives.
  • Draft and revise library policies and procedural documents in close collaboration with Academic Affairs and university-wide library policies.
  • Manage library technology, including the acquisition and upkeep of hardware, software, and audiovisual equipment.
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and assess library personnel.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities through meetings and workshops.

Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in Library Science, Information Science, or a related field from an ALA accredited institution.
  • A minimum of 7 to 10 years of experience in a library setting within a higher education environment.
  • Demonstrated experience in progressively responsible roles within the library sector.
  • Familiarity with subjects typically taught at the post-secondary level.
  • Proficient in integrated library systems, OCLC, MARC records, and contemporary technologies.
  • Expertise in fiscal and personnel management.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with peers and subordinates.
  • Outstanding organizational capabilities.
  • Able to function effectively as both a leader and a team member to achieve departmental objectives.
  • Competence in developing and coordinating collection strategies.
  • Experience in budget formulation.
  • Skills in staff selection and training.

Work Environment:

The characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While fulfilling the responsibilities of this position, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, via telephone, through email, and other electronic means, navigate the office or educational environment, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe, and assess. The employee may occasionally need to lift items weighing up to 15 pounds, unless otherwise specified in the job description.

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