Assistant Director for Information Literacy, Dean College, (Franklin, MA)

Posted November 13, 2024

Job Description:

The Assistant Director for Information Literacy supports the Dean College Library Learning Commons through professional and administrative oversight under the direction of the Director. This role involves assisting with strategic planning, implementing information literacy initiatives, and acting as the Director’s proxy when needed. Key duties include developing and assessing information literacy programming, coordinating staff training, and maintaining statistical records of library usage. The Assistant Director also helps manage budgets, monitors non-personnel expenditures, and oversees collection development. Additionally, this position collaborates closely with faculty to integrate information literacy into curricula and provides specialized support to students and faculty.

This is a 12-month, full-time, exempt position.

Position responsibilities include:

Assistant Director Responsibilities

Support and act on behalf of the Director in developing and implementing the library’s strategic plan, goals, policies, and procedures.
Oversee all aspects of information literacy and instruction, including program planning, implementation, assessment, and collaboration with faculty.
Assist with management and monitoring of the non-personnel budget, including expenditures for collections, supplies, and professional development.
Lead collection development, ensuring quality, currency, and relevance, and make purchasing recommendations.
Compile, maintain, and report statistical information related to library usage, programs, and services.
Promote library services and resources, engaging in campus marketing and advocacy efforts.
Address patron issues at the circulation desk, maintaining service standards for electronic and print resources, including interlibrary loan processes.
Supervise and provide operational oversight for assigned information literacy staff, interns, and work-study students, including onboarding, training, and scheduling.

Information Literacy Responsibilities

Lead planning, implementation, and assessment of information literacy and instructional activities, establishing goals, strategies, and coordinating with faculty.
Provide and support information literacy instruction, both in classrooms and individually, developing materials such as tutorials and research guides.
Oversee management and support for citation management software, research tools, and emerging instructional technologies, including faculty professional development on best practices.
Maintain the library’s print and digital collections, evaluating and updating materials to ensure quality and relevance.
Manage interlibrary loan requests, collection serviceability, and circulation notices, assisting patrons with resources, technology tools, and related equipment as needed.

Requirements:

Master of Library and Information Science or equivalent degree required.
Proficient in library management and time management.
Knowledge and demonstrated use of library technology, email, and calendaring applications.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities and manage frequent interruptions effectively.
Ability to perform standard library duties, such as bending and stretching for processing materials.
Capability to lift 25-30 lbs.
Ability to sit and use a computer workstation, including keyboarding, for extended periods.

How to Apply:

Application Instructions:

Please submit your Resume/CV, Cover Letter, all unofficial transcripts; and contact information of three references. (PLEASE NOTE: Applications that are incomplete will not be considered).

Note: After submitting your resume/CV, the subsequent page gives you instructions that enable you to upload your Cover Letter and any additional documents.