University Librarian and Vice Provost
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- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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- Chapel Hill, NC
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Job Details
University Library-550501
Career Area :Academic Administration
Posting Open Date:06/16/2022
Open Until Filled:Yes
Position Type:Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title:University Librarian and Vice Provost
Appointment Type:Executive
Position Number:01001606
Vacancy ID:NF0006047
Full Time/Part Time:Full-Time Permanent
FTE:1
Hours per week:40
Position Location:North Carolina, US
Proposed Start Date:01/01/2023
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:The University Librarian and Vice Provost directs the University Libraries composed of the Walter Royal Davis Library (the general research library for the Humanities and Social Sciences) the Louis Round Wilson Special Collections Library, the R.B. House Undergraduate Library, the Health Sciences Library, the Sloane Art Library, the School of Information and Library Science Library, the Kenan Science Library, the Sonya Hanes Stone Center for Black Culture Library, and the Music Library. There is a budget coordinating responsibility for the Law Library though it reports to the Dean of the School of Law. The UNC Chapel Hill Libraries hold 8.2 million volumes, and extensive collections of manuscripts, audio visual, microforms, graphics, government documents and rare books. There are five distinguished special collections including the North Carolina Collection, the Southern Folklife Collection, Southern Historical Collection, the Rare Books Collection and University Archives. Annual expenditures are approximately $40 million. Staff and librarians number 290 with approximately 300 part-time student employees.
Position Summary:The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks nominations and applications for the position of University Librarian and Vice Provost for University Libraries. The University Librarian and Vice Provost directs the University Libraries composed of the Walter Royal Davis Library (the general research library for the Humanities and Social Sciences) the Louis Round Wilson Special Collections Library, the R.B. House Undergraduate Library, the Health Sciences Library, the Sloane Art Library, the School of Information and Library Science Library, the Kenan Science Library, the Sonya Hanes Stone Center for Black Culture Library, and the Music Library. There is a budget coordinating responsibility for the Law Library though it reports to the Dean of the School of Law. The UNC Chapel Hill Libraries hold 8.2 million volumes, and extensive collections of manuscripts, audio visual, microforms, graphics, government documents and rare books. There are five distinguished special collections including the North Carolina Collection, the Southern Folklife Collection, Southern Historical Collection, the Rare Books Collection and University Archives. Annual expenditures are approximately $40 million. Staff and librarians number 290 with approximately 300 part-time student employees.
The University Librarian and Vice Provost for University Libraries reports to the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost and serves on the Deans’ Council. An elected administrative board representing all faculty divisions provides advice on budget and policy matters.
An earned terminal degree, record of exceptional leadership success, and evidence of scholarly, professional, or creative achievement is required.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:Post-Baccalaureate degree required with at least ten years or greater relevant professional experience; record of exceptional leadership success; and evidence of professional achievement is required. For candidates demonstrating comparable professional backgrounds, a bachelor’s degree and twelve years or greater relevant professional experience in substitution will be accepted.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:Significant achievement in the administration of research libraries including strong and inspiring leadership, a commitment to building and sustaining a diverse workforce, evidence of effective budget management, knowledge of assessment tools and use of data to evaluate programs and services; a record of success in planning and program development, collection management, information technology, leadership and management of special collections staff, and organizational development and fundraising; a commitment to excellence in research and teaching and an understanding of issues confronting higher education; a record of collegiality and accomplishment in collaborative activity; a strong understanding of the issues of scholarly communication and open access and the challenges faced by the 21st century research library; the ability to articulate a vision and provide strategic direction for libraries in the rapidly changing information environment and to provide leadership at the national and regional levels on research library issues.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.
Special Instructions:The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has retained Storbeck Search/Diversified Search Group, a national executive search firm, to assist in this search. All inquiries, nominations, and applications should be directed in strict confidence to:
Matt Bunting, Managing AssociateStorbeck Search/Diversified Search GroupUNCLibrarian@storbecksearch.com
Organization
The nation’s first public university is at the heart of what’s next, preparing a diverse student body to become creators, explorers, innovators and leaders in North Carolina and throughout the world. Carolina’s nationally recognized, innovative teaching, campus-wide spirit of inquiry and dedication to public service continue the legacy that began in 1795 when the University first opened its doors to students.
Here, in one of America's most beautiful college settings, we offer exceptional careers in richly diverse fields. Come explore what UNC-Chapel Hill has to offer you.
Undergraduate Enrollment: 19,117
Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,894
Total Student Enrollment: 30,011
Founded: 1789, as the first state university in the United States
Type of Institution: Public, four-year
Undergraduate Admission: 15,961
Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,039
Total Student Enrollment: 26,000
Faculty: 3,000
Percentage of faculty who hold Ph.D.s or the highest degrees in their field: 94 percent
Faculty/student ratio: 1/14
Location: UNC is located in the heart of Chapel Hill, the best college town in America! It's a friendly town of about 40,000 in the geographical center of North Carolina. Chapel Hill is at the western point of the Research Triangle, an area of about one million people, comprised of Chapel Hill, the cities of Durham and Raleigh, and the Research Triangle Park, home of many corporate offices and scientific research centers. Carolina is about 30 miles from the state capital, Raleigh, and 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Chapel Hill's main street, Franklin Street, borders the campus and offers shops, coffee houses, cafés, movie theaters and houses of worship. The town has a historic district, museum, library, parks, malls, and many recreational facilities.
Origins of Carolina's students: 82 percent of UNC's freshmen are from North Carolina and 18 percent are from out-of-state. Our students come from 42 different states and our international students represent 37 countries.
Size of freshman class: Approximately 3,400
Class size: Barely five percent of undergraduate classes contain more than 100 students; two-thirds of undergraduate classes have fewer than 30 students. Forty-one percent have fewer than 20 students, including First Year Seminars, in which first-year students work closely with professors.
Sports and athletic programs: UNC is an NCAA Division I school with 28 varsity teams. Carolina is the proud home of the Dean Smith Center, Kenan Stadium, Carmichael Auditorium, Koury Natatorium, and many other fine athletic facilities. Students join more than 60 intramural and club sports, which include baseball, bowling, crew, golf, lacrosse, rock climbing, rugby, tae kwon do, and ultimate frisbee. The Student Recreation Center offers weight training, aerobics, stair machines, and all the equipment you would expect to find at a great health club! Carolina offers a newly renovated outdoor pool and indoor pools, a golf course, tennis courts, and the longest zipline in America!
Number of residence halls: Incoming undergraduates will live in one of Carolina's 29 residence halls, which are wired for Internet access and cable television. housing.unc.edu
Scholarships and financial aid: About 40 percent of UNC-Chapel Hill students receive scholarships and/or some form of financial aid. studentaid.unc.edu
Special research institutes: Institute for Research in Social Science, Institute of Outdoor Drama, Morehead Planetarium, Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, Institute of Government, Institute of African American Research.
Career services: On-campus counseling, job fairs, résumé writing service, internships, placement services. www.unc.edu/depts/career
Technological facilities: Students find multiple uses for Carolina's state-of-the-art technological resources. They can access Carolina's computer services through Academic Technology and Networks, which manages academic computing, e-mail, microcomputing labs, interactive media presentation, video and classroom support, and a help desk. The MetaLab oversees the development of SunSITE, one of the world's busiest digital library and electronic publishing projects.
Students may open e-mail accounts, and many use campus computer resources to construct personal Web pages. Students in residence halls have hardwired network connections to the Internet and cable television in their rooms. At the ATN Training center, students may take classes on software packages and utilities. Computer labs are available for student use all over campus.
Carolina Computing Initiative: Beginning with the freshman class of 2000, undergraduates must purchase laptop computers. The University has arranged for IBM to offer computers at excellent prices. Students, faculty, and staff will enjoy cost savings, higher quality compatible equipment, and better technical support through CCI. www.unc.edu/cci
The Study Abroad program allows students to live and learn in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific Rim, Africa, and the Americas. www.unc.edu/depts/abroad
The Honors Program offers special seminars, research programs, and the chance to design your own independent studies. www.unc.edu/depts/honors
Carolina students spend time in public service through student organizations, the Campus Y, the Carolina Center for Public Service, and courses that incorporate community service.
UNC's chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, a national collegiate honor society, is the oldest in North Carolina, dating from 1904. There are many other honorary societies at Carolina.
UNC offers ROTC programs in all branches of national military service.
Through the First Year Seminars program, first year students will understand what it means to study at a premier research university. They will learn from faculty members and share in their research in seminars of no more than 20 students.
Life outside the classroom: More than 370 clubs, teams, and student organizations offer something for everyone! You can choose from among musical and dramatic performing groups, publications, ethnic and religious clubs, the Campus Y and other service organizations, fraternities and sororities, and pre- professional organizations. Whatever your interests, you will find others at Carolina who share them! www.unc.edu/depts/union/student/listintr.htm
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