"Director of Library Services"

The Director of Library Services provides leadership and vision for the library. The Director is expected to represent the library within the community, develop programs, develop collections, provide budgeting information, and manage all library staff, facilities, and services. The Director of Library Services organizes, directs, and promotes the activities and programs of the library to the College and the community.

The duties of the Director of Library Services include, but are not limited to:

• Develop, plan, implement, and administer goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the library while interpreting and applying college policies and procedures on a daily basis to ensure an environment conducive to learning
• Develop long-range plans and goals for the enhancement of services, resources, and facilities and ensure that those plans align with departmental goals and the College’s mission
• Oversee the selection, purchasing, processing, and discarding of all print and non-print library materials and collections according to the collection development policies and in accordance with accreditation needs for all programs of study
• Serve as lead for the library’s accreditation preparation and ensures the library’s SACSCOC accreditation requirements are met
• Submit external reports as required
• Collect statistical data concerning library operations and provide data to college administrators upon request
• Represent the library and the College at meetings, conferences, and in the community in order to expand partnerships and stay current on trends and the changing roles of libraries in the collegiate setting
• Complete periodic, on-going evaluation of the library’s resources, programming, and services to meet the needs of students, faculty, staff, and academic programs of study to ensure appropriateness, adequacy, and effectiveness
• Supervise the timely and accurate processing, cataloging, and circulation of library resources
• Oversee the selection, purchasing, processing, and discarding of all print and non-print library materials and collections according to the collection development policies and in accordance with accreditation needs for all programs of study
• Engage faculty and staff in the selection of appropriate materials and resources
• Plan, prepare, and administer department budget and maintain all financial records
• Manage and coordinate library staff, complete performance evaluations, promote innovative and creative ideas among staff and foster a cohesive library workforce that provides professional assistance to all patrons
• Provide library instruction and orientations when needed
• Supervise training and development of staff, including performance evaluations
• Serve on numerous committees and councils at the college level
• Manage the preservation of Heritage Place materials and offer assistance to patrons in utilizing these resources
• Oversee the scheduling of library tours and information sessions for students
• Collaborate with faculty to increase student awareness of library services by providing in-class information sessions and research support
• Perform related duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• Duties are performed indoors in an office environment
• Requires extended periods of standing, walking, and sitting
• Requires occasional periods of pulling/pushing items, lifting/carrying items, keyboarding, stooping, or kneeling
• May have to occasionally lift weights up to 50 pounds

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in library and/or information science (M.L.S. or M.L.I.S.) from an institutionally accredited college or university
• Three (3) or more years of experience working in an academic library setting such as a community college, a 2-year college, or other similar setting is preferred
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students
• A robust understanding of the principles of library science and technological developments in a modern library
• An understanding of organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operational needs
• Must be creative, flexible, and possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of library database searching, the research process, and principles of active learning as applied to information literacy, and information literacy frameworks
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail