Director of Library Services

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for directing the university's library services operations.

Major Duties

• Directs library operations and provides strategic leadership for the day-to-day management of library facilities and services.
• Manages and supervises library professional and support staff.
• Works with academic departments in providing academic program reviews and other reports and to maintain library accreditation.
• Affirms library services and resources in support of the university's research and teaching needs.
• Teaches information literacy classes.
• Provides research support to students and faculty.
• Oversees the development of strategic plans for the development and growth of the library.
• Prepares and manages budgets.
• Captures and integrates library assessment initiatives and improvement outcomes to promote an information literacy environment in the library that supports the needs of a diverse and multicultural campus community.
• Serves on university committees; attends university and University System of Georgia meetings.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Required by the Position

• Knowledge of professional library practices and standards.
• Knowledge of library technology, including databases, integrated library systems, and emerging technology trends and applications.
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of university personnel and budget management policies.
• Knowledge of higher education practices and standards.
• Knowledge of current and developing trends in library management.
• Knowledge of library collection development principles.
• Knowledge of university purchasing policies and procedures.
• Skills in the delegation of responsibility and authority.
• Skills in the operation of computers and job related software programs.
• Skills in decision making and problem solving.
• Skills in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
• Skills in oral and written communication.

Supervisory Controls

The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs assigns work in terms of library goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of library activities.

Complexity/Scope of Work

The work consists of varied management, administrative, and supervisory duties. The variety of tasks to be managed contributes to the complexity of the position.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping.
• The employee frequently lifts light objects, climbs ladders, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.
• The work is typically performed in an office.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility

This position has direct supervision over Assistant Director of Library Services (1), Library Technology Coordinator (1), Librarian (1), Library Associate (1), and Library Assistant (1).

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in a course of study related to the occupational field required.
• More than five years of related experience required.