Head for Research and Teaching Services (Montclair State University Libraries)

LibraryLinkNJ Technology Advisory Group; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Montclair State University Libraries in Montclair, NJ seeks a Head for Research and Teaching Services, a 12-month tenure-track role with the concurrent academic rank of Associate Professor. The position leads a team of librarians, oversees information literacy, and drives teaching, workshops and outreach for the university community.

The role reports to Library leadership, collaborates with the Bloomfield Campus Library, and serves on the Library Administrative Team.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited library school.
• Minimum of five years of professional library experience with responsibility in public services including reference, teaching and outreach.
• Strong record of effective teaching and instructional design.
• Experience in an academic or research library.
• Familiarity with the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education, critical pedagogy, and/or current information literacy teaching principles and practices.
• Demonstrated leadership supporting employee professional development.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills with the ability to foster positive working relationships and build partnerships.
• Experience leading collegial and productive teams.
• A record of professional service and scholarly activity.
• Strong cultural awareness and demonstrated commitment to supporting learning for all students.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates department faculty and staff, including a team of tenured and tenure-track librarians.
• Supervises department staff, adjuncts, and student workers; oversees information literacy and instruction, research and reference services, and scheduling classes and workshops.
• Leads assessment for areas of oversight and prepares reports for library leadership and stakeholders.
• Coordinates onboarding and mentoring for new department faculty and staff; hires and coordinates the work of temporary and adjunct librarians.
• Facilitates training for new librarians during their first semester with ongoing support through the tenure-track period.
• Schedules and conducts regular meetings of the department.
• Advises on departmental, library, and campus projects; promotes interdepartmental participation.
• Works with Bloomfield Campus Library on intercampus initiatives.
• Represent Research and Teaching Services on the Library Administrative Team and liaise with Library leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teaching

Instructional design

Team management

Assessment

Collaboration

Professional development

Public services

Education

Master’s Degree in Library Science

Second Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Springshare products

Job description

Head for Research and Teaching Services (Montclair State University Libraries)

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Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.

Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Research and Teaching Services Department provides user-centered and pedagogically informed research and reference services and a comprehensive literacies (information, AI, data, media, etc.) teaching and learning program for the vibrant and diverse Montclair StateUniversity community. Through consultation, teaching, and outreach, the Department promotes and sustains excellence in teaching, research, andscholarship at all levels of the University. The Department Head provides professional leadership for the Research Services department andstaff, including the coordination of a team of full- and part-time librarians who provide a range of research and reference services, online and in-personinstruction classes, workshops, and research appointments.

This 12-month, tenure-track position has the concurrent academic rank of Associate Professor.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates department faculty and staff, including a team of tenured and tenure-track librarians. Supervises department staff, adjuncts, and student workers. Responsible for overseeing information literacy and instruction, research and reference services, and scheduling classes and workshops.
• Participates in Research Librarian responsibilities, including: teaching, reference services, research appointments, and library outreach as the liaison for one or more academic departments.
• Leads assessment for areas of oversight and recommends departmental policies and procedures. Collects and analyzes user and other data; prepares reports for library leadership and other stakeholders.
• Coordinates onboarding and mentoring for new department faculty and staff. Hires and coordinates the work of temporary and adjunct librarians.
• Facilitates training for new librarians, most intensely during their first semester of work, with ongoing support through the tenure-track period.
• Schedules and conducts regular meetings of the department.
• Advises on departmental, library, and campus projects and issues. Promotes participation in interdepartmental and campus initiatives.
• Works in partnership with the Bloomfield Campus Library on intercampus operations and initiatives.
• Represents Research and Teaching Services on the Library Administrative Team, serving as the primary contact for Teaching and Research Services issues.
• Works closely with the Dean, Associate Dean and other members of the Library Administrative Team on operational issues and strategic planning.
• Serves on Library and University committees.
• Participates in professional associations and contributes to the scholarship of the profession to ensure departmental activities and services align with emerging research and trends in the profession.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

RESEARCH AND TEACHING SERVICES

The Research and Teaching Services department supports the curricular and research needs of the university through teaching, research consultations, workshops, and reference services. In addition to liaising with academic departments and programs, librarians are directly involved with SEEDs, Montclair State University’s general education curriculum, where Educated Citizenry (critical information literacy) is a core value. Librarians work closely with the Bloomfield College Library to make the University Libraries hubs for student success, intellectual exploration, research, and community engagement.

UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES

The University Libraries, composed of the Harry A. Sprague Library on the Montclair campus and Bloomfield College Library on the Bloomfield campus, are at the heart of the University experience, and the University’s growth brings tremendous opportunities. The libraries are committed to providing the best support system for student success and making scholarship more inclusive, accessible, and affordable. The libraries provide information resources, teaching, and instruction to enhance the teaching, research, cultural, and outreach services of the University by developing collections to support teaching and research to the doctoral level, by providing services utilizing the latest information technology, and by maintaining an accessible and efficient facility. The libraries provide diverse print and electronic resources to support students, staff, faculty, visiting scholars, community members and alumni.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

• Master’s Degree in Library Science (or equivalent degree) from an ALA-accredited library school.
• A minimum of five years of significant professional library experience (post M.L.S or equivalent degree) with responsibility in areas related to public services including reference, teaching and outreach.
• A strong record of effective teaching and instructional design.
• Experience in an academic or research library.
• Familiarity with the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education, critical pedagogy, and/or current information literacy teaching principles and practices.
• Demonstrated leadership supporting employee professional development.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills with the ability to foster positive working relationships and build partnerships.
• Experience leading collegial and productive teams.
• A record of professional service and scholarly activity.
• Strong cultural awareness and demonstrated commitment to supporting learning for all students.

PREFERRED:

• Second Master’s degree in an academic discipline.
• Experience creating online learning objects/materials and teaching online.
• Familiarity with Springshare products.
• Fluency in a second language, Spanish preferred.

STARTING DATE

• August 8, 2026

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Cover letter and curriculum vitae

APPLY BY: The position is open until filled, and application review begins immediately.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY

Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer.

Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is withina CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.

Department

Library Administration

Position Type

Librarians

Contact Information:

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email [e-mail].

Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/

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