Associate Director, Library Services & Collections Strategy

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks an Associate Director for Library Services at the Harry Ransom Center. This role provides strategic leadership over library services, managing a portfolio that includes Metadata, Collection Management, and Public Services. Candidates must hold an advanced degree in a related field and possess significant experience in library leadership. The estimated salary begins at $100K, with responsibilities including oversight of various programs and cross-divisional initiatives.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in library and information science, archival studies, or a related field.
• Significant senior-level leadership experience in a research library or archive.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex portfolios in library services.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for library services including the management of seven units.
• Monitor progress toward strategic outcomes and address risks.
• Lead staffing and capacity planning for library services portfolio.

Skills

Strategic planning

Organizational leadership

Change management

Education

Advanced degree in library science or related field

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin seeks an Associate Director for Library Services at the Harry Ransom Center. This role provides strategic leadership over library services, managing a portfolio that includes Metadata, Collection Management, and Public Services. Candidates must hold an advanced degree in a related field and possess significant experience in library leadership. The estimated salary begins at $100K, with responsibilities including oversight of various programs and cross-divisional initiatives.