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University System of Maryland & Affiliated Institutions
College Park, Maryland
THE SEARCH
The University System of Maryland & Affiliated Institutions (USMAI) Library Consortium invites applications and nominations for the role of Executive Director. USMAI Library Consortium includes 17 member libraries of universities and colleges in the State of Maryland. With historical roots in the state’s university system, the consortium includes libraries of both public and private institutions. USMAI is dedicated to sharing human and information resources to advance the research and learning of various constituencies that partner with its member libraries. The Consortium supports and explores resource sharing and enhancement of services to users through programs in cooperative collecting, access to electronic resources and physical collections, and enhanced interlibrary loan and document delivery. USMAI seeks to appoint a leader who will help it discover and develop new approaches to resource sharing in the broadest sense and work to position it and its members at the forefront of consortia enterprises.
In collaboration with the Council of Library Deans / Directors (CLD) and the Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs, the Executive Director of USMAI will provide strategic vision and energetic leadership for the Consortium. Working closely with the CLD and consortial librarians and staff, the Executive Director is responsible for managing the programs and services of the Consortium, implementing strategic initiatives, and seeking new opportunities and funding sources to improve the services and performances of the member libraries. The next Executive Director will be at the forefront of trends in academic libraries and be able to bring new ideas to the Consortium.
Key Responsibilities :
- Provide strategic vision and leadership for the Consortium.
- Manage programs and services of the Consortium.
- Implement strategic initiatives and seek new funding opportunities.
- Collaborate with library deans / directors and consortial librarians.
Minimum Qualifications :
USMAI has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist the search committee. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. The full position profile, as well as portals to submit inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters, may be accessed via the Isaacson, Miller website for the search.
Sean Farrell and Drew Chang
Isaacson, Miller
Position Application Link
The University System of Maryland is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability unrelated to an individual’s ability to perform the job, in accordance with applicable law. As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, applicants should be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing their identities, their U.S. citizenship or alien status, and their authorization to work in the United States.
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