Learning Commons Director, Library

Learning Commons Director, Library

 

Cayuga Community College

 

About Cayuga Community College:

 

Cayuga Community College, a unit of the State University of New York with locations in the cities of Auburn and Fulton, is a two-year community college sponsored by Cayuga County. Committed to being the community college for both Cayuga and Oswego counties, the College offers transfer and career-oriented curricula on a degree and certificate basis through day, evening, online, and summer sessions. For groups such as high school students, government agencies, retirees, and industrial, business and professional personnel, the College also offers credit and credit-free specialized instruction according to need and interest.

 

Job Description:

 

LIBRARY DIRECTOR

 

DEPARTMENT: Learning Commons - Library

 

APPOINTMENT: 12-Month Faculty

 

REPORTS TO: Dean of Academic Services

 

SUMMARY:

 

The Learning Commons Director, Library provides overall library leadership by aligning services, resources, facilities and collections with the College's mission, vision, values, strategic plan and policies. The position will lead the administration, operation, and development of the library functional area including but not limited to budget, instructional offerings, personnel, facilities, services and collection development to support both physical and online/remote environments.

 

GENERAL FUNCTIONS:

 

• Oversee recruitment, supervision and professional development of all library employees.
• Oversee library assessment measures for all areas of library operations. Share library assessment data with • Chairs and other faculty in support of students' academic success.
• Oversee, participate in and support the curricular needs of the College, and cultivate collaboration between the library and instructional faculty with a focus on the academic needs of the institution.
• In collaboration with library faculty and staff, promote the Library's resources, services, collections and facilities to all constituencies.
• Develop, monitor, and administer the budget for the Library, promoting responsible fiscal stewardship of library resources to support, implement and sustain library initiatives.
• Oversee user-oriented services in collaboration with library faculty, ensuring that on-campus and remote services support the intended outcomes of the library, academic programs and professional standards.
• Represent Cayuga Community College in local, state, and national library organizations.
• Work in collaboration with the Learning Commons - Academic Support Director to align services towards supporting students, faculty and programs.
• Participate in required faculty responsibilities: Serve on various college committees, advise students, etc..
• Provide administrative reports as required by the College, SUNY and NYSED and other entities.
• Other related duties as assigned.

 

Requirements:

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 

• Master's degree in library and information science (from an A.L.A. - accredited school) OR related field.
• Cayuga Community College accepts only degree credentials from accredited institutions recognized by the United States Secretary of Education and the New York State Department of Education.
• Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills with an ability to promote positive relationships.
• Experience in academic library setting or equivalent work experience in higher education.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

 

• Significant and varied experience collaborating with faculty, college students, staff and/or community members to achieve goals.
• Experience with integrated library management systems.
• Familiarity with applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding libraries.

 

Application Instructions:

 

To be considered for this position, please submit resume and cover letter at the time of application.

 

Three professional references are required, at least one of which must be a current or former supervisor. Finalists will be notified prior to references being contacted.

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Salary will commensurate with credentials and relevant experience.

 

Offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check.

 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Cayuga Community College is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

 

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6258950