What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of the Learning Commons/Librarian position at Ivy Tech Community College?
The Director of the Learning Commons/Library oversees the development, coordination and implementation of programs and services for the general academic development of students at Ivy Tech Community College. The Director coordinates with directors of academic support, academic department heads, Deans, and the Assistant Dean for Faculty Excellence – Teaching, Learning & Curriculum to ensure services are appropriate and contribute to the College’s student retention and success goals.
2. Collaborates with appropriate departments on campus to coordinate the delivery of a variety of workshops designed to improve student success skills, such as time management, study skills, writing skills, etc. that impact overall student retention.
3. Coordinates and develops a competent and effective staff of student mentors and tutors by working with the academic department heads and deans in recruiting and hiring qualified students, providing orientation and training regarding programs, policies and procedures, making appropriate work assignments, and evaluating performance.
4. Demonstrates sound financial management practices and assures the most effective use of the Learning Commons budget and exercises budget authority.
5. Monitors and coordinates with web developers to ensure the Learning Commons website is effective in reaching students and conveying appropriate information effectively.
6. Manages Library staff at South Bend and Elkhart campuses and collaborates with Information Technology (IT) Services staff regarding physical, learning resources, and computer/technology needs of the Learning Commons.
7. Represents the Learning Commons in meetings with faculty, staff, students, and other groups outside of the College.
8. Maintains competency and professional currency through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses required by the Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs.
9. Contributes to the overall success of the department by performing these duties in a manner consistent with the mission, goals, and stated values of the department and performing all other essential duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: A Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS) or related field required; a terminal degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE: At least five years of work experience is required in a higher education setting, with demonstrated administrative experience with program development or project management. Experience coordinating and marketing education programs is preferred. Demonstrated collaborative leadership and management skills and the ability to work with academic departments and colleges to implement programs are required. Community College teaching experience and advising or tutoring experience is preferred.
SKILLS: Requires excellent oral and written communications skills, interpersonal skills, organizational skills, computer skills (including word processing), decision-making skills, and project management skills.
EFFORT: Occasionally required to lift and carry materials weighing up to 45 pounds.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Contributes to the achievement of the College's retention goals for students by working with faculty, academic departments, Deans, and the Student Government Committees to assist in the determination of the academic support service needs of students, identifying appropriate programs or resources, connecting appropriate programs and resources with students, recommending the development of and implementing programs in response to student academic support service needs, and working with academic departments to implement tutoring program opportunities.
2. Collaborates with appropriate departments on campus to coordinate the delivery of a variety of workshops designed to improve student success skills, such as time management, study skills, writing skills, etc. that impact overall student retention.
3. Coordinates and develops a competent and effective staff of student mentors and tutors by working with the academic department heads and deans in recruiting and hiring qualified students, providing orientation and training regarding programs, policies and procedures, making appropriate work assignments, and evaluating performance.
4. Demonstrates sound financial management practices and assures the most effective use of the Learning Commons budget and exercises budget authority.
5. Monitors and coordinates with web developers to ensure the Learning Commons website is effective in reaching students and conveying appropriate information effectively.
6. Manages Library staff at South Bend and Elkhart campuses and collaborates with Information Technology (IT) Services staff regarding physical, learning resources, and computer/technology needs of the Learning Commons.
7. Represents the Learning Commons in meetings with faculty, staff, students, and other groups outside of the College.
8. Maintains competency and professional currency through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses required by the Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs.
9. Contributes to the overall success of the department by performing these duties in a manner consistent with the mission, goals, and stated values of the department and performing all other essential duties as assigned.
Compensation: $60,000-$65,000
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: A Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS) or related field required; a terminal degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE: At least five years of work experience is required in a higher education setting, with demonstrated administrative experience with program development or project management. Experience coordinating and marketing education programs is preferred. Demonstrated collaborative leadership and management skills and the ability to work with academic departments and colleges to implement programs are required. Community College teaching experience and advising or tutoring experience is preferred.
SKILLS: Requires excellent oral and written communications skills, interpersonal skills, organizational skills, computer skills (including word processing), decision-making skills, and project management skills.
EFFORT: Occasionally required to lift and carry materials weighing up to 45 pounds.
Official Transcripts required at time of hire, sent directly from issuing institution to the Office of Human Resources.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000
