Strategic Director, Library Access & Instruction

Emory University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory University in Atlanta seeks a dynamic Director of Access and Instructional Services to provide vision and strategic planning for access to resources and information literacy initiatives that support student learning and success.

The role oversees Access Services, Interlibrary Loan, Reserves, and Instruction and Engagement, supervising three department heads and twelve indirect reports, and collaborating with RESC leadership on major initiatives and policies.

Qualifications

• ALA-accredited master's degree in library and information science OR equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum five years of experience in a college, university, or research library, including reference and instruction, and demonstrated experience managing and leading in an academic library.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written, and graphic) through various communication channels.
• Demonstrated skills in managing a budget and balancing financial and staff priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develops, leads, and coordinates User Services, Interlibrary Loan and Reserves, and Instruction and Engagement teams with strategic priorities and best practices.
• Sets priorities and long-term planning for three teams; leads organizational change and adoption of new technologies to enhance user experience.
• Administers budgets and coordinates resources across the three teams and Emory libraries.
• Collaborates with RESC leadership to guide eleven teams and supervise three FTE librarians.
• Drives assessment of service effectiveness, student learning outcomes, and user engagement through data-driven approaches.
• Participates in professional associations and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Communication

Reference & Instruction

Staff supervision

Education

ALA-accredited MLS

Job description

Emory University in Atlanta seeks a dynamic Director of Access and Instructional Services to provide vision and strategic planning for access to resources and information literacy initiatives that support student learning and success.

The role oversees Access Services, Interlibrary Loan, Reserves, and Instruction and Engagement, supervising three department heads and twelve indirect reports, and collaborating with RESC leadership on major initiatives and policies.