Head, Library Services at University of Iowa Hardin Library, Iowa City IA
Posted August 15, 2013
Duties:
Reporting to the Assistant Director, the Head, Hardin Library Services, provides leadership and coordination of operational aspects of the Library’s day-to-day activities. Oversees and coordinates the operations and staffing of Hardin Library’s three service desks. Monitors and assesses Circulation, Interlibrary Loan/Document Delivery, Reference services and Collection Management/Stacks Maintenance. Develops education and training for staff. Directly supervises the Library Assistant supervisors in each unit. Serves on committees and contributes to the profession via scholarly efforts.
Specific Responsibilities:
Provides oversight of the activities at Hardin Library’s three service points, including the Basic Skills Simulation Center, the Interlibrary Loan Department and basic stacks management
Directly supervises 4 FTE Merit staff members (Access Services Supervisor, Reference Assistant, Interlibrary Loan Supervisor, and Collections Manager)
Represents the Hardin Library within the University community and beyond regarding daily operations of the library
Works with unit supervisors to establish policies, procedures, priorities and goals for Access Services, Collection Management/Stacks Maintenance, Interlibrary Loan/Document Delivery, and Reference
Troubleshoots any problems including user verification, vendors, etc. and works with University Libraries’ personnel as needed to resolve the problem
Participates in Hardin Library activities and meetings
Monitors and stays abreast of trends and practices in health sciences libraries, particularly in the areas of Circulation, Reserves, Interlibrary Loan/Document Delivery, Collection Management/Stacks Maintenance, and Reference
Evaluates aspects of Hardin Library services and identifies areas for improvement
Provides research consultations for faculty, staff and students
Serves as liaison to assigned colleges or disciplines
Serves on committees at the five University of Iowa health colleges and affiliated hospital as requested
Serves on University Libraries’ committees
Contributes to and learns from the profession through professional organizations and publications
Education Required:
Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library science program
Experience Required:
Experience with daily operations of an academic or health sciences library
Experience supervising library assistants and/or students
General knowledge of emerging trends in librarianship
Demonstrated ability to successfully work in a team environment
Demonstrated ability to work creatively in a rapidly changing environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated commitment to diversity in the workplace or community
Three years of professional experience to qualify at the Specialist Librarian level plus demonstrated interest in professional development that will enhance the candidate’s value to the Libraries, the University, the profession, or the scholarly community.
Six years of professional experience to qualify at the Expert Librarian level plus evidence of continuing achievement, particularly at a national level, in an area or areas of professional interest that will enhance his/her value to the Libraries, the University, the profession of librarianship, or the scholarly community.
Desirable Qualifications:
3 years or more of supervisory experience
Experience providing reference, research and instructional services
Experience or general knowledge of health sciences information sources
Ability to efficiently manage multiple projects and priorities
Ability to work with and think creatively about emerging as well as established technologies
General understanding of the mission and functions of a research library and the information needs of academic users
Demonstrated ability to work productively and sensitively with library and university colleagues, faculty, staff and students
Visit https://jobs.uiowa.edu/pands/view/62957 to apply.