Director, Library Information & Technical Services

Conditions. Workplace Diversity, LLC.; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Well-being resources

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Director of Information & Technical Services to lead ITS, directing staff and operations, and shaping policies for metadata, acquisitions, and electronic resources. The role provides strategic vision and oversees multiple sections within ITS, guiding service delivery and library initiatives.

The position requires a strong record of leadership in technical services, budget stewardship, and experience managing hybrid teams across a large academic

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA‑accredited program, or a related field.
• Five years of directly related experience in technical services in academic libraries.
• At least three years of experience leading and managing librarians and/or staff.
• Experience managing complex budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Information & Technical Services department and provide strategic direction for ITS operations across all sections.
• Oversee staff, functions, and operations; coordinate policy and procedures for technical services.
• Foster collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and lead transformational change in a large library system.

Skills

Staff leadership

Change management

Hybrid work experience

Metadata systems

Budget management

Education

Master’s degree in library and information science

Job description

Harvard University in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Director of Information & Technical Services to lead ITS, directing staff and operations, and shaping policies for metadata, acquisitions, and electronic resources. The role provides strategic vision and oversees multiple sections within ITS, guiding service delivery and library initiatives.

The position requires a strong record of leadership in technical services, budget stewardship, and experience managing hybrid teams across a large academic