Associate Dean, University Library

Job Description:

Associate Dean, University Library

Description

Working Title: Associate Dean

Department Name: University Library

Division: Academic Affairs

Classification Title: Administrator III

MPP employees serve at the pleasure of the campus President. MPPs do not serve a probationary period and never receive permanent status.

Position Salary Range: $9,487 - $14,231 per month

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $12,300 - $12,425 per month. The maximum budget for this position is $12,425.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Review of applications will begin Wednesday, March 5, 2025 and the position will remain open until filled. Applicants who apply by the review date will be given first consideration.

About the Department/Position:

Under the administrative direction of the Dean, University Library, the Associate Dean supports the Dean's vision for the Library's mission and strategic planning goals. The incumbent plays a significant role in all aspects of library-wide planning, personnel management, plans for new services, policy and procedures development, assessment, marketing, and oversight of daily library operations. The Associate Dean, in close collaboration with the Instruction and Assessment Coordinator, plays an important role in continuing the Library's strategic services and programming by assessing outcomes in service provision, collections, instruction, and diversity, equity, and inclusion in alignment with the campus and library's strategic plans. The Associate Dean is primarily responsible for the following library departments: User Services and Collections, Access, and Processing Services (CAPS). The Associate Dean assists the Dean in providing general leadership and oversight to the library faculty and serves as the appropriate administrator for temporary librarian lecturers. The Associate Dean represents the Library Dean at meetings and events both on and off campus, prepares reports as needed, assumes responsibility for the library in the Dean’s absence, and leads other initiatives as required.

Overview of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the Dean in the overall administration of the University Library.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the following library departments: User Services and Collections, Access, and Processing Services (CAPS).
• As a member of the Library's management team, participate in problem resolution, decision-making, policy development, and planning for library units.
• Build strong relationships with campus partners whose work intersects with the Library to participate collaboratively in cross-institutional initiatives that effectively align and complement the work of the unit.
• Implement and manage complex library projects involving multiple stakeholders in cross-functional teams to facilitate effective and coordinated use of limited resources and to ensure successful completion of project objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: Eight (8) years professional experience in an academic or research library. Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible management and supervisory experience. A sustained record of professional and scholarly activity to qualify for appointment at the level of Librarian with tenure. Record of effective supervisory and administrative management experience in a higher education library or research setting, with a strong service and inclusive orientation. Experience with successfully developing, managing, and completing large, complex projects and programs in a library or similar environment.
  
• Education: Master's degree in Library Science, Information Science or relevant professional discipline from a program accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) or equivalent if outside the United States.
  
• Required documents: cover letter/application letter, curriculum vitae, brief statement (of two pages) of administrative philosophy and experience in leadership roles related to library services in an academic setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Sound grasp of key and current issues and trends in academic libraries, including but not limited to digital scholarship, information literacy, emerging technologies for teaching and learning, collection development and management, high impact learning practices, open access and education, artificial intelligence uses, and assessment of learning and services for continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, analytical skills, creative and innovative problem-solving skills, and a strong commitment to service excellence.
• Demonstrated skill in collaborating with individuals and groups within and beyond the Library, across the campus, and in the broader regional and library professional communities.
• Strong management and supervision skills, with the ability to motivate, develop, and mentor others.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to be proactive, flexible, and collaborative as a leader and senior administrator to accomplish strategic goals and priorities.
• Experience managing academic personnel.
• Experience implementing and sustaining collaborative teams, including the ability to motivate, develop, and mentor others, and to welcome and support diverse ideas, cultures, and experiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and administrators to set and accomplish strategic goals and to cultivate a collegial environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to data-driven decision making and fostering a culture of inquiry and assessment.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive educational environment and workplace.
• Ability to work with a diverse student and faculty population, and a commitment to build strong relationships that value equity, inclusion, and diversity of identity, background, and perspectives.

To view the full position description, click “Position Description” above.

General Information:

• Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. It is our goal to compensate employees equitably and fairly. You can access a full description of our benefits here .
• The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Closing Statement

California State University, Dominguez Hills, is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office at (310) 243-3771.

California State University Dominguez Hills is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

Employees at California State University, Dominguez Hills shall abide by the Nondiscrimination Statement .

Advertised: Jan 30 2025 Pacific Standard Time
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