Associate Director, Content/Research & Instruction, Babson College, Wellesley, MA
Posted October 4, 2022
Description:
As a member of Horn Library’s leadership team, the Associate Director, Content/Research & Instruction supervises the Research & Instruction and Content Management departments, providing leadership, strategic direction, technical oversight, and support. The Associate Director is specifically responsible for setting departmental and individual goals based on library strategic initiatives; leading the Content Management department in forecasting budget needs; leading the Research & Instruction department in developing and implementing policies and practices for providing research and instruction services; and serving as a backup to the Electronic Resources Librarian for proxy server and other access issues.
What you will do:
- Supervises the Content and Research & Instruction teams; builds strong collaborative relationships with the Content Management and Research & Instruction departments.
- Responsible for planning and managing the Content budget, providing budget reports as needed to Library Director and other stakeholders.
- Collaborates with senior leadership to develop work processes and culture that supports Library needs.
- Responsible for ensuring that the library website continually meets the needs of the campus community.
- Develops and keeps abreast of best practices and trends in libraries, including library technology, to recommend, develop, and implement innovative services, practices, resources, and technologies that meet internal and external stakeholder needs.
- Collects and analyzes data pertaining to the Research & Instruction and Content Management departments in order to track progress and make decisions.
- Backs up and supports Electronic Resource Librarian with proxy server and other access issues as needed.
- Depending on need, may provide research consultations and support to students, faculty, administration, and other members of the campus community.
- Collaborates with librarians and the Academic Technology Innovation Center to investigate, evaluate, and recommend appropriate data sets, data and text mining tools, and other academic technology platforms for purchase.
- Assumes additional responsibilities as required.
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science Studies from a school accredited by the American Library Association
At least 6-8 years of relevant experience (prefer 8+) including a minimum of 3 years in a leadership or management position
Must have exceptional collaboration and interpersonal skills, and the ability to be effective at engaging with all levels of the College
Must have excellent leadership, diplomacy, and team management skills with the ability to engage others through a participative process, while serving as key decision maker.
Must have a demonstrated commitment to working with a diverse and inclusive student body, faculty, staff, and other constituents
Ability to influence and manage change, delegate responsibility appropriately, and successfully support staff development
Experience with, knowledge of, or willingness to learn about research-related data responsibilities in an academic or research environment
Ability to think strategically, set priorities, and manage responsibilities independently
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining effective working relationships with diverse co-workers, students, faculty, staff, administrators, and other community members
Ability to create an environment where direct reports have the freedom and security to take initiative; deal with complexities with resilience, resourcefulness, and optimism; and appreciate open mindedness, creativity, and agility in thought and tactics
Ability to embrace ideas and changes created by all community members
Ability to work independently to solve problems; look for opportunities to take on responsibility; take thoughtful risks; and effectively act on new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results
Ability to anticipate and effectively handles change; demonstrate willingness to try new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions
Must have strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
How to Apply:
View the full job listing and apply online here: https://babson.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Staff/details/Associate-Director–Content-Research—Instruction_R0011945