What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of the Library position at Montana State University Northern?
The Director of the Library is responsible for the overall operation and supervision of the Vande Bogart Library. The Director will provide an innovative vision for the library space and programming and support that vision with leadership.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Director of the Library has authority and is accountable for the following:
- Plan and develop quality library resources, spaces, and services appropriate to the instructional, research and public service needs of the college and the community.
- Adapt the library’s services, spaces, and resources as new developments in library science occurs.
- Develop and implement procedures promoting effective utilization of library resources, services for students, faculty and other members of the college community.
- Prepare and administer the annual budgets for the operation of the library services.
- Encourage and support collaboration between faculty and the library.
- Serve on campus and statewide committees and task forces.
- Participate in identifying personnel positions that enhance the library operation and provide supervision of hired personnel.
- Prepare reports, surveys, studies and analyses of Library services.
- Work with the Provost, Dean, Chairs, Faculty and Student Government to integrate the library in the academic pursuits of the institution.
- Maintain professional relations with other units of Montana University System and with regional and national organizations.
- Work with the Executive Director of the Foundation, other campus and community entities to identify potential funding sources for the Library.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.
- Work hours may include evening and weekend hours.
- Master’s in Library Science (MLS), Master’s in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution
- Demonstrated increasingly responsible professional library experience
- Library work experience in higher education settings.
- Demonstrated use of effective, innovative practices in a library setting.
- Experience with archives or museum collections.
- Demonstrated history of collaboration with libraries outside of higher education such as public libraries, school libraries and special libraries such as state libraries, law libraries, and hospital libraries.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Experience working with faculty in developing academic curriculum.
- Strong background in planning and assessment of library services.
- Experience with higher education accreditation methods and initiatives.
- Experience with instructional technologies and support for in-person, blended, and remote/online learning.
- Demonstrated experience working within complex budgetary systems.
- Experience fostering a collegial working environment and building consensus.
- Demonstrated organizational skills.
With or without reasonable accommodations, the director should be able to work in a library environment that includes a virtual and online presence as well as a physical library with books, computer and learning spaces. Be able to lift up to 50 lbs occaisonally.
This position has supervisory duties? Yes
Posting Detail Information
Announcement Number
STAFF - VA - 2500013P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Immediate
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Until an adequate pool is established
No
Special Instructions Summary
Applicants must upload the following with their application:
1. A cover letter which addresses each of the following:
1. A cover letter which addresses each of the following:
- required and preferred qualifications
- professional and academic career goals
- interest in the position
2. A resume or curriculum vitae.
3. A list of three references.
Please submit the Background Authorization Form which can be found here:
https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization_for_Background_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf
You may email it to HR@msun.edu or fax it to (406) 265-3530.
Please type YES in the Background Check field in the online application to show you understand this additional requirement.
https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization_for_Background_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf
You may email it to HR@msun.edu or fax it to (406) 265-3530.
Please type YES in the Background Check field in the online application to show you understand this additional requirement.
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://jobs.msun.edu/postings/2530
EEOC Statement
Montana State University-Northern (MSUN) is an equal opportunity employer. MSUN does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSUN provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Director of Human Resources /Title IX
Montana State University-Northern
300 11th Street West
Havre, MT 59501
E-mail: rebecca.farr@msun.edu
Location: 208 Cowan Hall
Tel: (406) 265.3568
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSUN provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Director of Human Resources /Title IX
Montana State University-Northern
300 11th Street West
Havre, MT 59501
E-mail: rebecca.farr@msun.edu
Location: 208 Cowan Hall
Tel: (406) 265.3568
