Please pardon any cross-postings. *** JOB ANNOUNCEMENT *** Texas Southern University is recruiting for an Executive Director of University Libraries. RESPONSIBILITIES: Manages, plans, directs and supervises the overall operation of the Library and services provided by it to the University and external community. Ensures adequate staff levels for the library. Develops and administers the Library budget and related activities. Develops, proposes, and oversees the implementation plans for the incorporation of technology in library services and information retrieval. Creates an environment that promotes information literacy. Oversees the preparation of accreditation-related materials, and submits them to appropriate entities. Cultivates donor relations and fundraising opportunities with public and private sector in support of library programs. Promotes library public relations services. Publicizes the library via print, electronic, public speaking and other means. Serves on university and external committees and consortia related to library issues. Performs other job related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Master of Library Science (MLS) from an American Library Association accredited library school. An additional advanced degree is a plus. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Requires a thorough knowledge of current trends and "best practices" for academic library management; an understanding of the academic environment and the role of the library in support of all aspects of academic life ? learning, teaching, research and service. Requires knowledge of advanced technology and electronic information management. Essential attributes and skills include: experience and success with fundraising and development; experience with writing and administration of grants; excellent writing and communication skills; strong traditional and digital marketing skills, confident presentation skills, collaborative and consensus-building skills. Requires ability to develop strong relationships with Deans of other units, the Provost, President and other University administrators. Work Experience: Requires a minimum of seven years of experience in library leadership and administration. Experience should include the establishment of, improvement of, and provision of service in, computer-assisted (including multi-media) library technologies. Experience with major building and construction project is a plus. Leadership/Supervisory Responsibilities: Responsible for overall direction of a distinct unit with the help of associate or assistant directors. Human resources responsibilities include authority to hire, discipline and terminate staff. This position typically reports to a senior executive. Work Complexity/Budget Authority: Tasks and responsibilities are varied and complex, requiring interpretation and integration of diverse capabilities, procedures and concepts. Work involves high-level responsibility for budget, revenues and expenditures. Independent Judgment/Decision Making/Problem Solving Skills: Develops and achieves goals and objectives, and establishes and implements policies, for the library. Has authority to make decisions on matters of significance. Requires high degree of independent judgment, as well as ability to solve complex problems. Personal/Organizational Contacts: Regular and substantial contact with other professionals at comparable and higher levels, including directors of libraries at other academic institutions. Contacts usually involve discussions on policies and programs, and may include activities such as writing of proposals, negotiations with vendors, or solicitation of financial donations for the University. Position may involve handling of sensitive, complex, and/or confidential information. Customer Service Relationships: Anticipates customer needs and regularly motivates or influences others to deliver quality customer service. May have to troubleshoot highly sensitive or confidential issues. Personally ensures resolution of problems. Identifies barriers to effective customer service and sets customer service standards. Establishes a customer feedback system and exhorts designated staff toward customer service excellence within the organization. Working/Environmental Conditions: Work is performed within routine office environment, with no exposure to hazardous or unpleasant conditions. Physical demands are usually limited to sitting or standing in one location much of the time. Some stooping, lifting or carrying of objects of light weight may be required. Hiring Range: Commensurate w/exp. Job Open Date: 6-26-14 Job Close Date: Open Until Filled For more information or to apply for this position, visit https://jobs.tsu.edu/ and click "Search Jobs." Texas Southern University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment or in the provision of services on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability. This is a security-sensitive position and thereby subject to Texas Education code §51.215. A background check will be required for the final candidates. Gary J. Chaffee Archivist, Barbara Jordan Archives and Special Collections Robert J. Terry Library, Texas Southern University 3100 Cleburne Street ~ Houston, TX 77004 chaffeegj@tsu.edu<mailto:chaffeegj@tsu.edu> ~ 713-313-7298