Associate Director of Access Services

The University Libraries at Colgate University invite applications for an Associate Director of Access Services. Reporting to the University Librarian, the associate director provides leadership and expertise for planning and management of the borrowing services operations of the University Libraries that are inclusive, high-touch, and outcomes driven. This role also focuses on the development and implementation of programs and services to support the student experience within the University Libraries.

The associate director leads and manages an experienced borrowing services team responsible for day-to-day operations of the department to facilitate access to the University’s extraordinary print and digital collections. The department is responsible for circulation, reserves, interlibrary loan, the science library, the automated storage and retrieval system (LASR), and stacks maintenance. The associate director takes an active role in convening meetings for the department and any associated committees, task forces, and working groups as appropriate. Core responsibilities include providing leadership, strategic planning, and policy development for the borrowing services team and supporting the University Librarian in vetting new ideas, initiatives, and strategic plans.

The associate director provides comprehensive support for students by planning and coordinating library participation in orientation activities and other student engagement events on campus, as appropriate. They will work collaboratively with access services staff to identify and develop sustainable, high-impact library initiatives that engage and support undergraduates. In addition, the associate director plans, develops, and implements the Libraries’ social media presence and newsletter to communicate the Libraries’ services to students, faculty, and the broader community. 

All library faculty at Colgate are expected to engage in University service and sustain an active record of professional service and scholarship in the field of Library and Information Science.

The minimum starting salary is $81,000. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Review of applications will begin on September 25, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.