Director of Collection Services

Reed College; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is looking for an innovative library professional to lead the Collection Services department. This role involves shaping the strategic vision for library collections, focusing on open access and new strategies to support academic missions. As a key member of the library's leadership team, the director will oversee essential functions like acquisitions and electronic resources, ensuring that the library effectively meets the needs of its academic community. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of library services in an academic setting.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development and implementation of strategic vision for library collections.
• Oversees acquisitions, cataloging, serials, electronic resources, and systems.

Job description

Reed College seeks an innovative and resourceful library professional for the role of Director of Collection Services. The next director will play a leading role in shaping and implementing a strategic vision for library collections, including open access and emerging strategies.

The collection services department includes acquisitions, cataloging, serials, electronic resources, and systems, functions that are critical to library support of Reed’s academic mission. The director is a member of the library’s leadership team, reporting to the college librarian.