Director, Library Services

Vaughn-College-of-Aeronautics-and-Technology; New York (NY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology in Queens, NY, invites applications for the Director of Library Services. This role provides innovative leadership, oversees collections, staff, budget, and library technology to support teaching and research.

You will collaborate with academic departments, report to the Vice President of Academic Affairs, and advance services to a diverse campus community while strengthening information literacy and digital resources.

Qualifications

• Master in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program is required.
• 5+ years in Library Services including supervisory experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong commitment to user-centered service expertise.
• Advanced proficiency in computers, library information systems, and online library resources.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with evidence-based decision making.
• Excellent team-building and leadership skills.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day operation of the Library including services, collections, and facilities, and supervision of library staff.
• Preparing and administering the Library’s annual budget.
• Researching and implementing enhancements to existing library technology.
• Overseeing and managing an effective library web presence.
• Preparing statistical reports (IPEDS), surveys, self-studies, and analyses of library services.
• Collaborating with Academic departments to improve information literacy instruction and collections.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Team building

Diversity

Analytical skills

Budgeting

Library systems

Evidence-based decisions

Education

MLS (ALA-accredited)

Tools

ILS systems

Online databases

e-books & software

Job description

About the Organization

At Vaughn College, our mission is to educate and train future leaders in the futureproof fields of engineering and technology, management and aviation. The college strives to provide a dynamic learning environment built on our aeronautical heritage that inspires a diverse and committed community of students to achieve success as leaders in the industries we serve. Just minutes from Manhattan, Vaughn College is in the heart of New York City in Queens, NY, adjacent to LaGuardia Airport. Queens is one of New York's most fascinating boroughs and has been ranked as the 'number one' US travel destination and the nation's single most diverse county.

What separates Vaughn College from other institutions is our uniquely committed faculty who come to the classroom with extensive experience in such fields as engineering, manufacturing, aviation, management and communications. Working closely with the industries we serve, Vaughn has developed rigorous curricula that incorporate the latest technology as well as the knowledge you need to succeed in your chosen profession.

We provide traditional degrees as well as professional, technical and certification programs that prepare our graduates for successful careers. Most importantly, a degree from Vaughn College provides the critical, analytical and communication skills that form the foundation for a lifetime of success. Our graduates have gone on to become leaders in many major industries. More than 98 percent of our graduates are employed or continue their education, 78 percent in their field of study, within one year of graduation.

Vaughn College has a six-acre campus and is convenient to major transportation routes. As part of the institution's strategic plan, a 200-bed residential hall has been built, enabling students to live and pursue their chosen field of study on campus.

Description

Position Title: Director of Library Services

Reports To: Vice President of Academic Affairs

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

Work Mode and schedule: Onsite Monday to Friday

The Vaughn College library is a modern state of the art facility containing a substantial collection including thousands of books, periodicals, videos, computerized aircraft manuals, e-books and software. Faculty, staff and students have online access to a wealth of research databases as well as a collection of videos–in DVD and Blu-ray formats. The library includes quiet areas for study, computer use as well as a multimedia section for instructional use. It is conveniently located near the colleges teaching and learning center where students receive tutoring and advisement.

The Director of Library Services provides innovative and effective leadership in the provision of high quality library services and resources to the Vaughn community.

Essential Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day operation of the Library including services, collections, and facilities, as well as training and supervision of library staff.

• Preparing and administering the Library’s annual budget.

• Researching and implementing enhancements to existing library technology.

• Overseeing and managing an effective library web presence.

• Preparing statistical reports( IPEDS), surveys, self-studies, and analyses of library services.

• In conjunction with the Academic departments, conducts targeted assessment to improve information literacy instruction, collections, and operations tailored to the needs of the Vaughn community.

• Developing and implementing long-range plans for growth and improvement of facilities, collections, and services that reflect the evolving changes in scholarship.

• Remaining current with library trends, use of library technology, and the provision of services to today’s library.

• Seeking innovative and creative ways to market, enhance, and improve Library services.

• Facilitating the continuous transformation of the Library into a technologically advanced information center.

• Strategically collaborating with other campus offices to promote innovative services to the Vaughn students, faculty, and staff.

• Representing and promoting the Library to the College and community.

• Creating a library environment (physical space as well as through services provided) that promotes the core values of the Vaughn College community.

• Serving on College–wide committees or taskforces.

Required Qualifications

• Master in Library Science or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program is required.

• 5+ years in Library Services including supervisory experience

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong commitment to and evidence of user-centered service expertise

• Advanced proficiency in computers, library information systems, and online library resources

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on using evidence-based decision making

• Excellent team-building and leadership skills

• Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Hours

• Monday to Friday

• Working occasionally on nights and weekends may be necessary to complete the requirements of the position.

Salary and Benefits

$67,000 - $85,000 for well-qualified individuals. Salary is determined based upon experience and education as well as internal equity. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, long-term disability, generous leave policies, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, tax-deferred retirement savings plan,as well as employee and dependent tuition assistance programs.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Exempt

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.