Associate University Librarian for Digital Initiatives and Information Technology

About the role

The UC Berkeley Library is seeking a dynamic and collaborative leader to manage and grow the digital initiatives portfolio. The successful candidate will lead the Library’s rapidly expanding Digital Lifecycle Program (DLP), the Library IT department, Data Science Services, the Assessment Program, and Resource Sharing Services.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Library’s Digital Lifecycle Program, Library IT department, Data Science Services, the Assessment Program, and Resource Sharing Services.
• Work collaboratively to manage the execution of initiatives in their portfolio and those that span across the organization in service of the Library’s mission.
• Manage a budget of $5 million annual operating costs and a total staff size of 75 FTE.
• Play a vital role in advancing the Library’s use of emerging technologies, including generative AI technologies.
• Serve as the Library’s representative on campus, national, and international initiatives around the use of emerging technologies in libraries.
• Identify and solve the most complex operational and strategic problems that confront the Library.
• Work closely with other Library leaders on a variety of services, including building a network of support for innovative digital scholarship; rapidly expanding digital collections; improving the findability and usability of scholarly resources; ensuring long-term preservation of digital materials; and influencing technology-rich spaces and programs such as those at Berkeley’s undergraduate library, including the Center for Connected Learning.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience leading digital initiatives and information technology.
• Bold ideas and the confidence and political acumen to execute them.
• A strong understanding of current and emerging technologies and their applications in libraries.
• Experience managing budgets and staff.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and contribute to strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Experience in managing budgets and staff.
• Strong knowledge of emerging technologies and their applications in libraries.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership and management experience.
• Experience with generative AI technologies.
• Collaborative working style.

Benefits

The position offers:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• Health and wellness benefits.

Pay

$180,000 - $200,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week.