Director of Resource & Discovery Services >>>

About the role

The Director of Resource & Discovery Services provides leadership and strategic direction for acquisitions, electronic resource management, and cataloging and metadata operations at Tulane University Libraries (TUL). The director fosters a culture of innovation and teamwork while managing TUL’s Resource & Discovery Services division, which includes more than 20 full-time librarians and staff.

Responsibilities

• Fosters a culture of innovation and teamwork
• Manages TUL’s Resource & Discovery Services division
• Directly supervises two department heads: the Head of Acquisitions & Electronic Resource Management and the Head of Cataloging & Metadata
• Guides operations through strategic planning, culture-driven leadership, ongoing evaluation, and cross-department collaboration
• Serves as TUL’s representative on resource and discovery issues
• Promotes innovative solutions by adopting emerging technologies and mobilizing staff and resources to enhance user experiences, streamline workflows, and foster collaboration between Resource & Discovery Services and other library teams
• Serves on the TUL Leadership Group and the Vice Dean’s Research & Resource Strategies leadership team

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Library Science or related field
• Proven leadership experience in a similar role
• Experience in acquisitions, electronic resource management, and cataloging and metadata operations
• Strong understanding of library systems and services
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience
• Experience in academic libraries preferred
• Knowledge of library automation systems and consortial services
• Experience with digital preservation and management
• Experience with collection development and assessment

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Collaborative leadership
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Experience with emerging technologies and trends in library services

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• Health insurance benefits
• Retirement plan

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

Varies based on position needs