Director of Library

Job Title: Director of the Library Department: Weis Library Reports To: Provost Salary Range: $65,000 FLSA Status: Exempt Overview of the University Washington Adventist University (WAU) is a Christ-centered institution of higher education that supports a culture of excellence where all feel valued. Nestled in a desirable residential community in Takoma Park, Maryland, WAU offers its faculty and staff an environment where professional expertise is valued, and lasting connections between co-workers are formed as we work together to ensure the success of our students. Regardless of the title, every employee supports WAU’s vision of producing graduates who bring moral leadership and competence to their communities. Summary Responsible for the overall functioning of Theofield G. Weis Library and the Curriculum Library, including recruitment, administration, and supervision of staff. With the approval of the Provost, formulates policies for the library and prepares the operating budget. Works with department chairs to ensure that resources and allocations are sufficient to meet the curriculum needs of the University and that students and faculty receive library instruction as needed and appropriate. Is directly responsible for the safety and security of the collection; and with the advice of the Library Committee, develops plans and resources to anticipate the changing needs of the faculty, administration, and students and works with the faculty to provide for the growth of the collection and the promotion of library services and resources to the campus community. Serves as an active member of the WAU shared governance system as appropriate. Responsible for ensuring issues of building maintenance, safety, and security are addressed by working with the appropriate University offices and personnel. Plans and administers the provision of library services by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. Essential Duties and Responsibilities General Library Administration Provide leadership for and management of the University’s library services. Provide information, operational and usage reports and schedules to the Provost. Assist University faculty, staff and students in resolving problems associated with library services. Formulate policies and procedures. Achieve financial objectives by preparing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective action. Recruit, train, supervise, and appraise library personnel. Delegate supervisory/administrative responsibilities to library personnel as appropriate. Foster marketing and public relations activities. Supervise the purchase of resources, supplies, and equipment. Exercise responsibility for library equipment and inventories. Maintain essential library records. Manage the library facility, including space allocation, maintenance, and repairs. Prepare various reports. Resources Management and Education Organize the library’s resources for optimum access and usage. Disseminate information about the current library services to students, faculty and staff. Develop subject‑specific informational material for academic support. Assist the Webmaster in ensuring information is current on the Weis Library web page. Acquire needed resources as identified by departmental requests and library staff research and recommendations. Consult with departments regarding existing and needed resources. Develop and provide professional development and in‑service training of library staff. Provide library instruction. Technology Coordinate the introduction of technological advances in information access into the library to support student learning outcomes. Make recommendations for the upgrade of library technology as needed. Consortial Relationships Maintain satisfactory working relationships with consortiums, including the following: Adventist Library Information Cooperative (ALICE). Maryland Digital Library (MDL). Attend consortium meetings as scheduled. Participate in consortium‑wide planning and budgeting. Professional Development Encourage library personnel to develop professionally by being members of professional organizations as appropriate and by attending conferences, seminars, workshops, etc. Participate personally in local, regional, and national professional organizations. Statistics and Reports Keep and tabulate pertinent library statistics. Prepare narrative and statistical reports as required. Additional Duties Share evening and weekend supervisory and reference responsibilities. Perform other duties as requested/assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervision Received: Reports directly to the Provost. Supervision Given: Supervise all library employees, including professional librarians, paraprofessional staff, student library assistants, etc. Delegate supervisory/administrative responsibilities as appropriate. Plan, assign, and direct work. Appraise performance. Reward/disciple. Address complaints and resolve problems. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA accredited program or its foreign equivalent. Demonstrated commitment to the use of new information technologies. Experience using print and digital resources, online databases, and the Internet. Understanding of and commitment to the concept of information literacy. Active service orientation. Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Excellent managerial and organizational skills. Preferred Experience working in an academic environment that is associated with a consortium. Experience with OCLC WorldShare Management Services. At least five years of appropriate library administrative experience. Language Skills Excellent communication, written and verbal, and interpersonal skills. Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to various audiences. Interpersonal Skills Strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse and multicultural student body and staff. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse constituencies. Mathematical and Technology Skills Knowledge and use of computer and its applications. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word and Excel. Managerial/Leadership Skills Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects. Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, and problem‑solve. Other Skills and Abilities Demonstrates and fosters excellence in teaching and service; values research. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to see, talk, and hear; to use hands to handle books and other objects; and to reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly use stairs. The employee must regularly lift books and occasionally lift boxes of books and other heavy objects, such as computers and printers. The employee will frequently be called upon and must be able to work long hours under stressful conditions. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is occasionally required to travel. Benefits Health care, including vision, dental, and prescription drugs. Flexible Spending Plans. Competitive 403B plan. Individualized retirement planning sessions. Tuition assistance for employees and dependents. Life insurance including supplemental and accidental death and dismemberment policies. Long Term Disability. Legal Assistance Program. Paid time off. Wellness programs. Professional Development. Legal and Compliance Notices Washington Adventist University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability in employment or in the provision of services. WAU complies with all applicable federal and state laws, including the Maryland Fair Employment Practices Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources. Washington Adventist University provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Maryland law. As a religiously affiliated institution, Washington Adventist University exercises its constitutional and statutory rights to give preference in employment to members of the Seventh‑day Adventist Church and reserves the right to claim exemption from certain provisions of Title IX and Title VII where they conflict with the university’s religious beliefs and values. #J-18808-Ljbffr Washington Adventist University