Director of Library Services (Reg FT)

About the role

This position is responsible for college‑wide leadership and supervision of the libraries, including personnel management, budgeting, collection development and maintenance, assessment, instructional services, public and student services, and academic oversight. The Director coordinates with other departments to ensure the libraries meet the needs of the CCAC community in facilities, security, information technology, student accounts, student life, and the offices of the deans of students. The role provides visionary leadership to advance teaching and learning through strategic planning, assessment, resource development, and personnel growth.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership in the development of library services focused on facilitating student success in a diverse community.
• Advocates for the continuing development and promotion of the library with college administration, staff, and external partners.
• Oversees the development and assessment of long‑range and strategic plans for library services in all locations, including online, and travels to campuses for supervision of library staff and librarians.
• Identifies innovative technologies and innovations relevant to library services objectives and collaborates with college administration, learning resources, and library staff to shape future advancements.
• Participates in the development, management, assessment, and administration of library annual plans and budgets, including for all electronic resources.
• Provides leadership to librarians and staff in resolving daily problems and meeting goals and objectives.
• Champions access to and use of open educational resources.
• Oversees the institution’s archives and records retention system.
• Develops, recommends, and implements standardized procedures for the library.
• Prepares relevant reports, studies, statistics, public‑relations materials, and correspondence for the library.
• Serves as the college’s compliance champion for copyright laws.
• Coordinates the hiring of librarians and support staff.
• Leads efforts to identify and pursue relevant grant opportunities.
• Performs other related duties as required or as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: A Master’s degree (MLS or MLIS) from an ALA‑accredited institution is required (a second Master’s degree or Doctorate is preferred).
• Experience: Minimum of four years in academic libraries and learning services operations; community college experience preferred; experience with current and emerging technologies; knowledge of library systems and technology, higher‑education budget procedures, collection development strategies, accreditation reporting and assessment; experience in a union environment and multi‑site operation preferred; experience in long‑range planning, strategic planning, and outcome assessment; ability to advocate for library and learning‑resource initiatives, including archives; ability to communicate library needs and goals to a broader academic community; demonstrated ability to work successfully with a wide variety of constituents, administrators, staff, and community‑based groups with a strong commitment to students.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: excellent health plan with a very low out‑of‑pocket expense network option.
• Generous Time Off: a range of time‑off benefits, including a four‑day workweek in the summer, vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay, and collegial coverage for faculty.
• Retirement Planning: 403(b) retirement plan with up to 10% employer match or a state‑defined benefit pension.
• Financial Peace of Mind: employer‑paid group life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Wellness Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential personal and professional support.
• Educational Support: tuition waivers, tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, and professional development opportunities.
• Exclusive Employee Perks & Rewards: savings on theme parks, sporting events, electronics, and more.
• Additional Advantages: free employee parking.

Pay

Salary Grade: Admin 17 – $76,432.

Schedule

Standard college hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm; additional evening and weekend hours may be needed to meet departmental needs. The position is fully in‑person.

Application deadline: 9/24/26. The position will remain open until filled.