Associate University Librarian, Public Services & Learning

American University of Sharjah; Sharjah; Hybrid; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

American University of Sharjah seeks an experienced Associate University Librarian for Public Services (AUL:PS) to lead public services, information literacy, and outreach efforts in support of the AUS mission.

You will oversee instruction, access services, and scholarly communication while collaborating with the University Librarian and other units to advance library initiatives. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Master degree in library science from an ALA-accredited school or equivalent.
• Significant academic library experience and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Leads a team of public services librarians and staff and develops new tools supporting the library's strategic vision.
• Provides administrative oversight of information literacy, instruction, collection development, circulation, learning assessment, outreach, and liaison services.
• Plans and implements continuous improvement of essential public services.
• Coordinates hiring, training and supervision of Public Services librarians and staff.
• Participates in space planning and facilities management to keep spaces welcoming and accessible.
• Serves on library and campus committees and acts for the University Librarian when required.
• Fosters links with regional and international partners and disseminates best practice.

Skills

Team leadership

Policy development

Staff training

Communication skills

Customer service

Independent initiative

Deadline orientation

Data visualization

Education

Master degree in library science (ALA accredited)

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Indexing & abstracts databases

CRIS (Current Research Information Systems)

Presentation software

Data visualization software

Job description

American University of Sharjah seeks an experienced Associate University Librarian for Public Services (AUL:PS) to lead public services, information literacy, and outreach efforts in support of the AUS mission.

You will oversee instruction, access services, and scholarly communication while collaborating with the University Librarian and other units to advance library initiatives. Strong leadership and communication are essential.