Dean of Library Services, Holyoke Community College, (Holyoke, MA)

Posted November 18, 2024

Job Description:

Under the general supervision of the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs, the Dean is responsible for leadership, overall management and direction of library services that support the mission, vision, and strategic goals of the College. Responsible for the development, implementation, evaluation, and management of programs, services, budget, and operations. Articulates a vision for the library in alignment with the goals of the college through strategic planning. Identifies, develops and assesses new information technologies, information resources and services. Responsible for leading the library in data-informed decision-making and important initiatives that further equity and diversity, especially in an HSI-serving institution. Assists in identifying and seeking opportunities in College fundraising. Fosters collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to communicate and coordinate initiatives that support College and instructional goals.

Required:

Master’s Degree or higher in Library Science or Information Science from an ALA accredited institution with a minimum of five years of progressively increasing levels of leadership and management responsibility and a commitment to staff development in academic libraries.
Broad knowledge of current and emerging issues in librarianship and higher education.
Ability/knowledge needed to represent HCC library with all consortiums (HELM, MCCLPHEI, MLS, etc.)
Experience in developing and administering operating, acquisition, and equipment budgets.
Ability to articulate and implement an imaginative and flexible strategic plan for the library that incorporates an understanding of current and emerging technologies, the integration of information literacy into the curriculum, and assessment of library services.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication and problem-solving skills.
Possess a deep understanding of the evolving role of libraries in higher education and an ability to work successfully with a diverse and inclusive population with a broad variety of constituents – administrators, faculty, students, community residents, and members of library consortia.
Ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff and student body.
Demonstrates a transformational leadership style, fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement within the library
Knowledge and demonstrated abilities in areas of supervision.
Commitment to a customer/student service philosophy required.
Ability to interact with all members of the college community, particularly a diverse, multicultural student body.
Demonstrated ability to promote and facilitate teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications:

Academic library background to understand the particular demands involved in leading a library in academia
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Experience working in a community college setting.
Experience working with college-level faculty
Experience working in diverse environment and/or at an HSI
Success in acquiring grant support.
Supervisory experience in a collective bargaining environment.

Salary Range: $115,638.16 – $122,715.82/year; plus a comprehensive State benefits package

How to Apply:

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