Director of Learning Resources & Information Literacy

Uolivet; Michigan; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Olivet's Burrage Library seeks a Director of Library and Learning Resources to lead information literacy, research services, and library operations for on-campus and online learners.

Reporting to the Dean for Academic Affairs, the Director will manage collections, budgets, and library systems, champion open educational resources, and partner with faculty to integrate library resources into the curriculum while supporting digital learning tools and course materials affordability.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program.
• At least 3 years in administration of library services; academic library preferred.
• Leadership and supervisory experience including budgeting.
• Proven ability to teach or train students and faculty in information literacy.
• Proactive engagement with students, faculty, and staff in an academic setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead Burrage Library as a learning hub for students and faculty.
• Develop and maintain collections, budgets, and electronic resources.
• Oversee daily operations including circulation and interlibrary loan.
• Support LMS and digital learning tools for online learners.
• Coordinate course materials and affordability with the bookstore.
• Hire, train, and supervise library student workers.
• Contribute to strategic planning and campus initiatives; engage in professional development.

Skills

Teaching information literacy

Leadership & supervision

Budgeting experience

Reference & research consultation

Collaboration with faculty

Communication skills

Education

MLS/MLIS degree

Tools

Library catalog systems

Learning management systems

Electronic resources management

Job description

The University of Olivet's Burrage Library seeks a Director of Library and Learning Resources to lead information literacy, research services, and library operations for on-campus and online learners.

Reporting to the Dean for Academic Affairs, the Director will manage collections, budgets, and library systems, champion open educational resources, and partner with faculty to integrate library resources into the curriculum while supporting digital learning tools and course materials affordability.