Job description

The Librarian is responsible for directing all aspects of library operations, including long-range strategic planning, interdisciplinary collection development in digital and print formats, management of the library’s physical space, budget development and control, cost recovery initiatives, personnel management and professional development, legal research instruction, technology development, and active support of information needs of SIU.

Essential Functions:

1. Manage and direct library operations, including establishing short and long term plans, goals, objectives, and policies and procedures for the library, in support of SIU Academic Department strategies.

2. Foster communications and develop strategic alliances with the community, SIU students, faculty, and staff to ensure that the various practice groups are receiving the services and resources needed to support their practices.

3. Work closely with other departments and administration to promote and facilitate the exchange of information across the university to support the needs of the students, faculty, community and the university.

4. Develop, manage and monitor department budget, and maintain financial controls for library expenditures across departments, including cost recovery options. Provide oversight of the acquisitions process at all stages, including final approval.

5. Evaluate databases and coordinate and facilitate the procurement process. Manage online services, including evaluation, installation, implementation, and training plans. Monitor terms of contracts and license agreements to assure compliance.

6. Market and promote the library through seminars, workshops and training for students, faculty, administration, staff, and community; to maximize effective use of electronic and print research tools and related technologies.

7. Recruit, mentor, and guide volunteer, professional, and administrative library personnel, include ongoing coaching and evaluation.

8. Coordinate the development and application of library technology. Monitor new technology developments as they affect SIU delivery of information resources and make recommendations for new purchases.

9. Develop long term plan for research services on the SIU portal and work closely with technology, practice support and practice groups to provide a user friendly and robust platform.

10. Network with professional colleagues through seminars, conferences, meetings, and be in the forefront of developments that affect all programs at SIU. Contribute to professional organizations through active participation.

11. Follow any other duties as assigned.

• Position Requirements:

REQUIREMENTS / ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES:

MLS or equivalent degree from an accredited library or information science program/ institution, a minimum of 2 years experience, with at least 5 years on a management level.

Significant hands-on experience managing all aspects of a global and University library, including automation and technology, reference and research services, cataloging and technical services, and human resource management.

Ability to work with SIU students, faculty, staff, administrations and community at all levels within the University, function effectively as a team player, and exercise independent judgment and diplomacy when handling difficult situations.

Experience with outreach initiatives based on a thorough understanding of the information needs of the university, and the active support of all practice group and department projects.

Experience with contract negotiations, and fostering productive relationships with vendors.

Fiscal management experience, including the acquisitions and budgeting processes, and all aspects of University financial management.

Experienced with leading online Library Management System and Web Site Tracking & Cost Recovery system. Experienced with major educational, computer management, and business publishers.

Knowledge of information technology, including integrated library and workflow systems, and enterprise applications, and experience working collaboratively with technology departments to implement systems and programs.

Working knowledge of a wide-range of the University needs and general information resources in all media, including print, online databases and the Internet, resourcefulness in obtaining needed materials and information, and the ability to read, analyze and interpret educational, computer management and business material.

Possess creative and pragmatic problem-solving abilities; demonstrate a proactive, flexible and adaptable management style and good judgment in decision-making and project management.

Excellent writing, presentation, communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills.

Hands on teaching experience and successful development of a sustainable education program.

Ability to keep up with new materials, changes in resources and techniques, and shifts in information demands.

Proven leadership skills, including the ability to lead by example, train, motivate and mentor staff, foster a collaborative environment and delegate assignments fairly.

Ability to prioritize projects rapidly and efficiently, be proactive, flexible, adaptable, and detail-oriented.

A commitment to providing quality service with a high degree of responsibility and professionalism.

San Ignacio University is an Equal Opportunity Access Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All staff required to wear a mask

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• library: 3 years (Preferred)
• online library: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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