Dean of Library

Chicago State University

$115,000 to $125,000

United States, Illinois, Chicago

9501 South King Drive (Show on map)

Dec 22, 2024

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number	S25169P
Posting Date	10/11/2024
Closing Date
Title	Dean of Library and Instruction Services
Working Title	Dean of Library
Salary Range	$115,000 to $125,000
Employee Class	Administrator
Department	Administrative Services, Library & Instructional Services
Full-time/ Part-time	Full-time
Specialization
Hours Per Week	40+
Standard Work Week	M-F
Job Summary	Chicago State University ( CSU) invites applications and nominations for a dynamic visionary to serve as Dean of the Gwendolyn Brooks Library. The successful candidate should be an administrative leader, collaborator, communicator, and a successful teacher scholar. The successful candidate will be an ethical academic leader who will respect the culture and history of this institution while demonstrating a strong commitment to the educational role of 21st century libraries. They will embrace the practice of effective learning, the impact of research on the education of our students, and the role of professional service and mentoring. The successful candidate will be a strong team member who values students, advocates for library faculty and staff, and serves the needs of the university community, cultivating impactful relationships internally, locally, nationally, and globally. The successful candidate appreciates and demonstrates accountability and utilizes data to inform decisions and measure success. They will foster a strong commitment to the educational role of libraries informed by reflection and a forward-thinking vision. The Dean reports directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs. The appointment is a 12-month academic administrative position.
Job Description	Diversity and Inclusion Chicago State University values diversity and inclusion, recognizing the unique value of its students, faculty, and staff. CSU strives to provide equality of opportunity in all areas of campus life and fosters a supportive campus community. Responsibilities: Leadership Lead vision development, strategizing, and goal setting for the Library in alignment with the University's vision, mission, values, and strategic plan Hold primary responsibility for strategic planning, annual report submission, accreditation, and program review; hiring, mentorship, professional development, and supervision of direct reports Lead the design, implementation, marketing, and assessment of Library policies, services, and programs Facilitate collegial governance and healthy morale within the Library Make appointment, reappointment, and rank and tenure recommendations concerning Library faculty Budget Planning and Fiscal Management Collaborate with the Chicago State Foundation to cultivate and steward donor relationships Manage the financial activities of the Library, including the development and monitoring of the annual operating budgets and the strategic and effective allocation of resources Lead fundraising and grantsmanship for the Library Communication and Advocacy Develop and maintain professional relationships and proactive communication with faculty, staff, students, and other constituents. Advocate, represent, and serve as the voice of the Library, both internally and externally. Coordinate timely Library communications with the University community. Serve as chief advocate and spokesperson for the academic support provided by the Library. Represent Library and Instruction Services on University committees. Participate in professional organizations and network with state and national groups as well as individuals in the fields of library and information science and faculty and student enrichment. Represent the University at the annual Council of Directors of State University Libraries in Illinois (CODSULI ) Conference. Coordinate the Library's information technology planning with the University's Chief Information Officer. Library Programs and Services Oversee the ongoing maintenance and assessment of the Library's programs. Collaborate and regularly consult with faculty and staff to develop Library collections, programs, and services. Receive advice and counsel as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications	Master of Library Science or Master of Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited program AND a Master's degree in another discipline. Minimum of five years of progressively responsible administrative/leadership experience in an academic library Experience with library initiatives including information literacy, open education resources, scholarly communication, undergraduate research, promotion, tenure, program accreditation, community engagement, student success, or professional development Excellent organizational skills and excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to think creatively and to demonstrate creative problem solving Commitment to shared governance, embracing and supporting faculty status for librarians Professional commitment to a user-focused service orientation A record of scholarly or other appropriate professional activity Ability to create a supportive and nurturing learning environment to ensure student success and retention. A demonstrated ability to foster an inclusive workplace A demonstrated commitment to advancing equity in higher education
Preferred Qualifications	Experience working in a collective bargaining/unionized faculty environment Ability and experience in management, strategic planning, budgeting, and collaborative leadership to guide an accomplished faculty and staff Demonstrated experience and success in fundraising
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	Plan, organize, direct, administer, review, and evaluate assigned programs and services Learn, use, and implement new technologies as tools for learning, teaching, administering, and generally improving the work area or scope of work Communicate effectively with diverse constituencies, within and outside the university Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills and networking capabilities Exercise sound judgment in the performance of duties Motivate and deal with issues related to instruction and the needs of students and staff Demonstrate a sensitivity to and interest in the academic success of university students, faculty and staff Understand the critical role of the Library in a comprehensive university setting Foster a collegial working environment and demonstrate effective personnel and resource management capabilities as well as visionary, creative leadership with strong management skills Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and integrity Demonstrate commitment to community and campus activities
Additional Applicant Information
Physical Requirement/ Demands	May require extend periods of sitting or standing at a time.
Work Environment	Office, classroom, conference setting environment