Executive Director, Lloyd Library, Cincinnati, OH
Posted November 19, 2016
Position Description
Organization: Founded in 1898 by the Lloyd brothers, John Uri, Curtis Gates, and Nelson Ashley, principals of the Lloyd Brothers, Inc., Pharmacists, the Lloyd Library’s mission is “to collect and maintain a library on botanical, medical, pharmaceutical, and scientific books and periodicals and works of allied sciences that serve the scientific research community, as well as constituents of the general public, through library services and programming that bring science, art, and history to life.” A private trust was established in 1917 to assure that the library would continue to fulfill its mission into the future. The Library’s operations are still supported by that trust and today it is recognized worldwide by the scientific community and others as a vital independent research center. Housing hundreds of thousands of monographs and serials on the subjects of pharmacy, botany, horticulture, herbal and alternative medicines, natural products, homeopathy, and eclectic medicine, the Library boasts a vast collection of scientific texts–from the most current works to those that date back to 1493, its earliest printed work. The Lloyd’s various collections (books, archives, and artifacts) make up what could be considered a disciplinary history center for the natural health movement. Its archival collections include the papers of John Uri Lloyd, Curtis Gates Lloyd, Lloyd Brothers, Pharmacists, Inc., and the Eclectic Medical College of Cincinnati, as well as the papers of professional natural product scientists and herbalists. The collections also include thousands of artifacts from early pharmaceutical equipment to recent original artwork by medical illustrators, as well as photographs dating from the 19th century and Lloyd family memorabilia.
Position description: The Executive Director [ED] is responsible for the administration and direction of a broad range of independent research library functions. This is a full-time management position providing leadership and guidance for the Library. Broadly, the position is responsible for all managerial aspects of an independent research library and for the provision of library services to historians, scientists, artists, and other professionals, as well as the general public. The ED serves as staff team leader and is responsible for oversight of all matters dealing with bibliographic control, collection care and management, internal policies and procedures, patron services, and physical maintenance of the building and its contents. Of equal importance, the ED also serves as the chief public relations officer and advocate for the Library and its services to the general public. This includes the development of robust and creative programming, engaging exhibits, publications, and educational activities for a variety of affinity and academic groups. An activity of particular note where the ED will have a leadership role is the Lloyd’s successful Fellowship Program. The role of library promoter will also include intentional and consistent outreach to researchers and collaboration with aligned organizations — all with the goal of raising the library’s visibility (locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally) and increasing collections usage. The position requires the ED to have thorough knowledge, skill, and ability in every phase of research librarianship as well as a fundamental knowledge of managing a non-profit organization.
Supervision Received: The ED works under the administrative direction of the Lloyd Library Board of Directors and serves at its discretion. The ED reports directly to the President of the Board and works in conjunction with the President to develop goals and objectives as well as to create the annual budget for the library. The ED is responsible for presenting an annual report to the Board of Directors containing information on all aspects of library management, including financial and facility administration, results of staff performance, and internal and external activities.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of the functions, administration, and activities of special, academic, or independent research libraries Proven ability to work with and manage professionals of diverse expertise Excellent oral and written communications–articulate and persuasive Ability to make decisions in an environment of limited resources Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Board members, staff, associates, donors, researchers, and the general public Attitude of encouraging a positive and collaborative work environment where quality employees are attracted and retained
http://lloydlibrary.org/EDPositionDescription2016Nov.pdf
How to Apply: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected].