Dean of the Killam Library

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Texas A&M International University invites nominations for Dean of the Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library. The Dean leads library programs, services, and facilities, aligning operations with institutional priorities to advance student success and scholarly activity.

The role requires strategic planning, staff leadership, and a track record of collaboration, with a focus on technology integration, open educational resources, and external funding avenues. Relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Library Science (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited program.
• Progressive administrative experience in an academic library setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership for the Killam Library and its staff.
• Oversee personnel matters: recruitment, performance management, development.
• Manage an annual budget and all library operations and facilities.
• Lead needs assessments and plan acquisitions, cataloging, and access.
• Pursue external funding and grant proposals for library programs.
• Coordinate services to meet student and faculty needs.
• Foster partnerships across campus and with other institutions.
• Incorporate emerging technologies including AI in library services.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Staff development

Collaboration

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Master’s in Library Science (ALA-accredited)

Advanced degree (Second Masters / PhD)

Tools

Library technologies

Electronic resources & digital libraries

Automated library systems

Job description

Texas A&M International University invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library. The University seeks a dynamic, forward-thinking, and collaborative leader to advance the Library’s mission in support of teaching, learning, research, and scholarship. The Dean will articulate a compelling vision for the future of the academic library and position the Killam Library as an essential partner in advancing and sustaining the University’s success.

Applicants should submit their CV and a two‑page cover letter to Henry Greene at [e-mail]. The cover letter should address: 1) why you are interested, 2) how you are qualified, 3) your vision for the Library going forward.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Dean, under general direction of the Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, serves as the chief administrative and strategic leader for all library programs, services, and facilities. This role is central to aligning library operations with institutional priorities, supporting a diverse academic community, and ensuring responsiveness to the rapidly evolving landscape of higher education and academic libraries. The Dean is responsible for shaping and executing a collaborative strategic vision that enhances student success, faculty research, and academic innovation.

• Provide visionary leadership for the Killam Library and its team of 20 full‑time staff and approximately 20 part‑time student workers.
• Provide leadership and direction in personnel matters, including recruitment, selection, staffing, performance management, employee development, recognition, consistent with applicable University policies and equal employment opportunity requirements.
• Manage an annual budget of $2.6 million and direct and oversee all Library operations, including financial and physical resources, facilities, user services, interlibrary collaboration, technology and automated systems, strategic planning, assessment and reporting, marketing, and public relations.
• Initiate a needs assessment and implement a plan for selection, acquisition, cataloging, classification, circulation of library media materials, and collaborative library agreements.
• Seek external funding and write grant proposals for enhancing library programs, facilities, and collections.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of library programs and services to meet the needs of students and faculty.
• Coordinate services and collections that support academic programs delivered in a variety of methods and at a variety of onsite and offsite venues.
• Develop, interpret, and implement policies and procedures to meet library objectives for efficient daily operations and to guide long‑term quality improvement.
• Foster collaborative and creative opportunities within the library, across campus, in the community, and with other institutions by cultivating relationships and partnerships.
• Facilitate and encourage the integration of emerging technologies including AI.
• Provide support for the scholarly activity of faculty librarians.
• Participate in resource‑sharing and library consortia.
• Work with Texas A&M University System library leaders to pursue common goals and strategies.
• Coordinate and finalize library budget preparation and exercise sound fiscal management to assure effective use of financial and human resources.
• Direct facilities planning to provide optimal working and learning environments.
• Perform other duties which may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

It is required that the selected candidate possess a Master’s degree in Library Science (or equivalent degree) from an American Library Association‑accredited program and progressive administrative experience in an academic library setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• A second Master’s or advanced degree, Ph.D., or equivalent degree in a related field.
• Five years of successful library administrative experience with progressively more responsible positions such as department head, assistant dean, or associate dean.
• A record of engagement in professional associations.
• Experience with library advocacy in local, state, national and international settings.
• Demonstrated experience and leadership integrating technology and digital resources for the organization, access and distribution of information.
• Knowledge of electronic resources, library technologies, and automated library systems.
• Prior success with strategic planning and assessment of library programs, operations, and services.
• Knowledge of current issues, developments, innovations, and challenges in academic librarianship and archives, information technology, scholarly communications, and higher education.
• Capacity to provide an atmosphere that encourages team building, accountability, professional growth of staff, trust, and productivity.
• Experience to lead initiatives to encourage and facilitate the use of Open Educational Resources and Open Textbooks.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from a broad range of academic and professional backgrounds and experiences.
• Bilingual – English/Spanish preferred.

A salary of $150,000–$160,000 is available to the winning candidate based upon the breadth of experience and the hiring manager’s discretion. In addition, relocation assistance to Laredo is available.

About Texas A&M International University

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is a public university and a member of The Texas A&M University System. Founded in 1970 and located on a 300‑acre campus in Laredo, Texas, TAMIU serves approximately 9,000 students in a learning environment anchored by high‑quality academic programs and a strong foundation in the arts and sciences. TAMIU is home to four academic colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences; the A. R. Sanchez, Jr. School of Business; the College of Education; and the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, which includes the Dr. F. M. Canseco School of Nursing. The University primarily offers a broad range of baccalaureate programs while also supporting a growing portfolio of master’s and doctoral programs. Doctoral offerings include the Ph.D. in International Business and the Ph.D. in Criminal Justice. Positioned at the Gateway to Mexico, TAMIU serves as a cultural and intellectual hub for the region. Through teaching, research, and public service, the University prepares students for leadership and service in an increasingly complex state, national, and global society. Its more than 32,500 graduates are making an impact in communities around the world, and TAMIU’s success in advancing the socioeconomic mobility of its graduates has earned national recognition. TAMIU continues to grow and invest in its future. Recent and ongoing campus developments include the City of Laredo Tennis Complex at TAMIU, the Health Sciences Education and Research Center, and the expansion of the Western Hemispheric Trade Center. Future projects include renovations to the Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library. With more than 100 student organizations, leadership programs, cultural events, service opportunities, and global initiatives, TAMIU also offers a vibrant and engaging campus experience.

About Laredo

Located on the U.S.–Mexico border, Laredo is a dynamic and growing community at the crossroads of international trade, commerce, and culture. The city is approximately 156 miles south of San Antonio and 153 miles north of Monterrey, Nuevo Léon, Mexico. With an affordable cost of living, a rich cultural heritage, and a strong sense of community, Laredo offers a distinctive quality of life and an exceptional setting in which to live, work, and contribute to the future of South Texas. Laredo was recently ranked safest city in Texas by WalletHub. Cost of living here is remarkably affordable, and the quality of life is high.

Nomination and Application Process

Deadline for applications is August 21, 2026.