Job Overview

description:

job summary:

coordinates in-person and online library services that enhance student academic success

essential functions:

• plans and manages the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of the university library

• oversees library collection development, resource sharing and technical services areas, as well as special collections

• engages actively with students, faculty, and staff in the utilization of print and digital learning materials

• collaborates with the academic success center, regarding shared services for student success (examples include but not limited to: test proctoring, scheduling, front desk support, trackcloud management)

• manages and evaluates all library subscriptions and online database agreements

• manages circulation desk functions, including interlibrary loans

• orders and catalogs materials in a manner which conforms to conventional standards for academic libraries

• oversees the multiple technology/software systems that provide information and allow for accurate retrieval and availability of materials

• maintains accurate records and provide statistics and reports to federal, state, and local library agencies and the general interested public

• prepares a budget based on the needs of the total library in collaboration with the academic departments

• maintains physical upkeep and condition of the library facility

• promotes and integrates the franciscan values of community, learning, reverence, and service

additional responsibilities:

• stays current with higher education best practices

• supervises work study students

• schedules and provides library instruction to classes when requested by faculty members or on an individual basis

• performs other duties as may be required to enhance student success

requirements:

qualifications:

• master's degree in a relevant discipline.
• professional experience; budgetary experience; familiarity with library systems; high level of technological proficiency.
• knowledge of opal, ohiolink and oclc services or comparable systems is desirable.

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