a diverse academic community, and ensuring responsiveness to the rapidly evolving landscape of higher education and academic libraries.
The Dean is responsible for shaping and executing a collaborative strategic vision that enhances student success, faculty research, and academic innovation. Key areas of leadership include advancing information literacy, particularly in the context of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence; strengthening digital scholarships and open educational initiatives; and expanding access to collections through effective resource management and digitization. The Dean will also play a critical role in accreditation, institutional effectiveness, and assessment efforts while fostering strong partnerships across academic units and external consortia.
The Dean will oversee a $3.8 million budget and 27 staff and will be responsible for guiding resource allocation in a complex, multi-campus environment. The Dean must serve as a visible advocate for UIW Libraries, leveraging data-informed decision-making and cultivating external funding opportunities through grants and philanthropy. Additionally, the role requires expertise in vendor negotiations, licensing, and collaborative partnerships to ensure the sustainability and growth of library services and infrastructure.
UIW seeks a collaborative and inclusive leader with extensive experience in academic libraries, a deep understanding of evolving trends in scholarly communication and higher education, and a commitment to mission-driven service. The ideal candidate will foster a high-performing team culture, strengthen cross-campus engagement, and position the UIW Libraries as a central driver of learning, discovery, and lifelong intellectual growth within a diverse and globally oriented Catholic institution.
All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile which can be found at WittKieffer.com. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by September 2, 2026. The search is being led by the WittKieffer team of Ryan Crawford, Cathryn Davis, and Corin Edwards. Nominations and inquiries can be directed to: Cathryn Davis at cdavis@wittkieffer.com and Corin Edwards at cedwards@wittkieffer.com. Please direct applications to Cathryn Davis and Corin Edwards through the WittKieffer Candidate Portal by clicking here.
