Associate Director for Collection Services

American Association of Law Libraries; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

American Association of Law Libraries in Tuscaloosa (AL) seeks an Associate Director of Collection Services to oversee day-to-day collection maintenance and development. You will lead collection development, manage the materials budget and vendor relations, and supervise staff and student workers.

The role also involves strategic planning and professional engagement. The Associate Director for Collection Services helps shape library spaces and services, supporting the law library’s

Qualifications

• Oversee daily collection maintenance and development.
• Lead budget planning and financial transactions.
• Supervise staff and student workers, provide guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead collection development efforts and policy.
• Manage vendor relations and contract negotiations.
• Oversee shelving, space planning, and physical collections.
• Contribute to strategic planning and professional activities.

Skills

Budget management

Staff supervision

Vendor relations

Education

MLIS or equivalent

Tools

ILS (Integrated Library System)

Job description

The Associate Director Law Library Collection Services ("Associate Director for Collection Services") is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day collection maintenance and development and serving as a member of the law library administrative team. This includes leading collection development efforts; managing the library's materials budget and financial transactions; establishing, fostering, and maintaining vendor relations; and overseeing the shelving, management, and planning of the library's physical collections and spaces. The Associate Director for Collection Services is responsible for the direct supervision of full- and part-time staff members and indirect supervision for multiple student workers, providing leadership, guidance, and support. In addition, they assist with strategic planning and engage in professional activities based on interest, skill, and library needs.