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Dean of University Libraries

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University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Location
Greensboro, NC

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Institution Type
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Job Details

Position Number:

003124

Functional Title:

Dean of University Libraries

Position Type:

Administration - Staff

Position Eclass:

E1 - SAAO I 12 Mo Leave Earning

University Information:

UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students, and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit:

The University Libraries are the crossroads of knowledge at UNCG — at the center of teaching, student success, learning, and research. Through expertise in information services, the University Libraries foster the success and impact of the UNC Greensboro community by promoting learning, retaining students, inspiring creativity and enhancing research and collaboration in a diverse and innovative environment.
The University Libraries include the Walter Clinton Jackson Library and the Harold Schiffman Music Library in the Music Building. Our library catalog also includes the holdings of the Teaching Resources Center, and the Intercultural Resource Center. The University Libraries’ collections include over 1.2 million printed books, federal and state documents, and other print material. The Libraries provide access to 125,000 ejournals, .3 million ebooks, almost 300,000 streaming films and audio files. Print and electronic materials were used 7.6 million times, over 200,000 people visited the Library in-person last year, and millions of “Virtual” visitors accessed the Libraries’ online resources, collections, and services.

Position Summary:

The Dean of Libraries leads the libraries in its mission to promote learning and student retention and inspire creativity and enhance research and collaboration in a diverse and innovative environment. Guided by a strategic vision, the Dean promotes the Libraries within the university and larger community. The Dean of Libraries is the chief administrator for the Walter Clinton Jackson Library, the Harold Schiffman Music Library and its library catalog also includes the holdings of the Teaching Resources Center, and the Intercultural Resource Center. The Dean of University Libraries reports directly to the Provost and Executive Vice President and is responsible for the successful administration of the Libraries in accordance with all policies and procedures of UNCG and the UNC system office.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Candidates must hold an MLS from an ALA-accredited program and have at least 10 years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a leadership position.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience that includes promotion of equity, diversity and inclusion.
  • Experience with strategic planning with an understanding of best practices and innovations in libraries
  • Experience with managing budgets
  • Experience with personnel management, supervision and support
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Strong listening skills, a commitment to shared governance, and an entrepreneurial spirit

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in a n academic library
  • Record of scholarship in the form of publications, presentations, and active participation in professional organizations
  • Experience with academic library budgets
  • Interest in and success in fundraising
  • Demonstrated commitment to collaborative and transparent decision-making
  • Demonstrated commitment to manage competing priorities and interests
  • Understanding of current and emerging innovations in academic libraries

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Position is open to current employees of institutions in the University of North Carolina System.

Recruitment Range:

Commensurate with education and experience

Org #-Department:

University Libraries - 11601

Job Open Date:

09/01/2022

For Best Consideration Date:

10/01/2022

Open Until Filled:

No

FTE:

1.000

Type of Appointment:

Permanent

If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.:

Number of Months per Year:

12

FLSA:

Exempt

Percentage Of Time:

80%

Key Responsibility:

Leadership of University Libraries

Essential Tasks:

The Dean facilitates the strategic planning of the University Libraries in alignment with UNCG priorities; ensures the University Libraries is an innovative and supportive information and learning hub for the campus by providing quality information services, technology, resources and learning environments; creates an environment that facilitates research and creative activity through innovative and traditional methods of information dissemination; fosters student success through accessible collections and technology and human resources to provide faculty and students instructional technology, literacy and overall support; supports EDI programming, human resource practices, workplace climate, and collections; enhances community connections. The Dean of Libraries should lead open pedagogy through OER resources and training, assess and measure library’s effectiveness in their contributions to student success and faculty research/creative activity.

Percentage Of Time:

10%

Key Responsibility:

Participate, lead, and engage in the renovation of the Jackson University Library

Essential Tasks:

Participate as a key member of the design oversight committee, communicate, facilitate opportunities for feedback, and engage regularly with faculty and staff throughout the design process.

Percentage Of Time:

10%

Key Responsibility:

Academic Performance Management. The Dean of Libraries must mentor, support and evaluate staff and faculty to their highest potential, foster an institutional understanding with a commitment to EDI, community engagement, and student success.

Essential Tasks:

This position has seven direct reports and will provide mentoring, support and evaluation of staff members.

Physical Effort:

Reading - F, Writing - F, Eye-hand coordination - O, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures - O, Vision-Visual inspection, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - O, Climbing-Stairs - O

Work Environment:

Inside - F, Outside - O

Organization

UNCG at a Glance

Founded in 1891, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is the largest and most diverse state university in the Piedmont Triad. Standing apart from other universities, the UNCG community is joined together by a shared value: We define excellence not only by the people we attract, but by the meaningful contributions they make. 

With more than 19,400 students and 2,500 faculty and staff, UNCG is the largest state university in the Piedmont Triad and has an annual economic impact of more than $1 billion. The campus has grown to include 30 residence halls and 30 academic buildings on 210 acres.

UNCG takes pride in being a learner-centered public research university. The College of Arts & Sciences and seven professional schools offer 79 undergraduate majors, 65 master's programs and 30 doctoral programs.

The university holds two classifications from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, as a “research university with high research activity” and for “community engagement” in curriculum, outreach and partnerships. More than $35 million in grants and contracts for research and creative activity are awarded to faculty members annually. Among the most prominent of UNCG's research initiatives are the Gateway University Research Park and the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering. Both are partnerships with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

Globalization of the curriculum has expanded opportunities for international education, through new programs such as the UNC Exchange Program and the Lloyd International Honors College. In addition, innovative signature programs such as Building Entrepreneurial Learning for Life (BELL), Communication Across the Curriculum, Undergraduate Research and Freshman Seminars enhance the student experience.

As a cultural leader, UNCG offers concerts, lectures, dance and theater performances, exhibitions at the internationally known Weatherspoon Art Museum and readings by nationally known authors. In athletics, Spartan teams compete in nine women's and nine men's sports in Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. With ethnic minority students making up 26 percent of the student body, UNCG is the most diverse of the UNC system's historically white campuses.

Although much has changed, some things remain the same. The university motto — “Service” — continues to be a guiding principle put into practice through all aspects of university life.

UNCG Schools and College of Arts & Sciences

The University's Academic Affairs Division consists of seven academic schools, the College of Arts & Sciences, the Graduate School and the Lloyd International Honors College. The names below are the ones currently in use. In some cases, the names have changed since the academic units were founded. The schools and their dates of establishment are: Graduate School 1921-22;College of Arts & Sciences 1969, Lloyd International Honors College 2005, Joint School of Nanoscience & Nanoengineering 2007, Joseph M. Bryan School of Business & Economics 1969, School of Education 1921, School of Health and Human Sciences 2011, School of Music, Theatre and Dance 2010, and School of Nursing 1966.

Achievements & Accolades

UNCG is garnering national attention and awards for its challenging academic programs, supportive environment and engaged community. Take a look at some of our latest accomplishments and meaningful contributions on campus, in the community and around the globe. Curious about more accolades, achievements, our student body, faculty and staff excellence and other signs of our success? Find out more at UNCG Now: http://newsandfeatures.uncg.edu/

Challenging Academic Programs

U.S. News & World Report ranked three UNCG online programs among the best in the nation in the 2015 list of Best Online Programs.

UNCG’s slate of online programs has earned a top 10 ranking for affordability from BestColleges.com.

The graduate program in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies has earned a Top 10 ranking by the The HDFS Report.

Supportive Environment

UNCG is a Military Friendly School for the fourth straight year, putting it in the top 15 percent of colleges and universities nationwide that are doing the most to support veterans and ensure their success.

UNCG is ranked among the best colleges for your money nationwide by College Factual, a new site that guides students through the college selection process.

The Education Trust singles out UNCG among the nation’s universities for its success at closing the gap in graduation rates between black and white students.

Engaged Community

For the fifth year in a row, UNCG has earned the “Tree Campus USA” designation for promoting healthy trees and encouraging the spirit of conservation. 

UNCG’s innovative dynamic mailbox system has been honored as one of University Business Magazine’s Models of Efficiency.

For the eighth consecutive year, UNCG is highlighted on Washington Monthly’s list of American universities that contribute most to the public good.

Careers at UNCG

UNCG is committed to the creation of an inclusive, collaborative and responsive university by attracting, retaining and developing a diverse community of talented individuals in support of the university's mission.

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Telephone
336-334-5009
Location
723 Kenilworth Street
Greensboro
NC
27402
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