Associate
Director for Collection Development and Management
Job Number: 494058
Type: Full-time
Campus: Mount Carmel - Hamden, CT
Categories: Staff
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Overview:
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Quinnipiac University invites
applications for an Associate Director for Collection Development and
Management. As part of the Arnold Bernhard Library management team, the
Associate Director for Collection Development and Management will provide
leadership and strategic direction for the planning, organizing and growth of
the library collection to support the curriculum and goals and mission of the
university library. In addition, this position will assist in the development
and implementation of Arnold Bernhard Library policies and will serve as the
surrogate in the absence of the University Librarian.
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About Quinnipiac:
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Quinnipiac is a private,
coeducational, nonsectarian institution located 90 minutes north of New York
City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls 7,000 full-time
undergraduate and 3,000 graduate and part-time students in 100 degree
programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education,
Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and College of Arts and
Sciences. Quinnipiac consistently ranks among the top regional universities
in the North in U.S. News & World Report's America's "Best
Colleges" issue. Quinnipiac also is recognized in Princeton Review's
"The Best 380 Colleges." Quinnipiac has been named a "Great
College to Work For" as determined by a comprehensive industry survey.
For more information, please visit www.qu.edu. An education at Quinnipiac embodies
the University's commitment to preparing graduates for 21st century careers
and citizenship, creating an inclusive, excellence-driven community,
nurturing and positively impacting internal, local and global communities and
fostering lifelong connections and success. The University believes in
educating a diverse student body to become valued and contributing members of
their communities through vital and purposeful educational programs. Students
engage with real-world issues through practice and considering different
perspectives. The University's innovative curriculum further prepares
undergraduate and graduate students to understand their roles and
responsibilities as members of the Quinnipiac community as well as the larger
national and global communities.
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Responsibilities:
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- Identification, consultation,
selection and assessment of library resources to meet curricular needs
- Manage library collection
budget and monitor expenditures of library materials, preparing periodic
financial reports as necessary
- Assist University Librarian
with the overall administration of the Arnold Bernhard Library,
including policy development, administrative decision making, assessment
and strategic planning, benchmarking and reports preparation
- Vendor/Supplier assessment,
selection and management of library material resources, negotiate vendor
contract terms and specifications
- Materials work flow process
analysis and design of library’s Technical Services unit
- Collaborate with University
faculty and community regarding library collection
- Supervises professional and
clerical staff
- Oversee statistics gathering
and perform analysis of usage data
- Responsible for successful
operation of acquisitions, cataloging, serials and administrative
functions of the library’s Integrated Library System (Sierra)
- Maintain accuracy of database
and serials holding in discovery knowledgebase (Proquest)
- Membership of standing
university committee
- Occasional evening and
weekend hours
- Other duties as assigned
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Education Requirements:
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- Master's degree in Library
Science from an ALA-Accredited institution required
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Qualifications:
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- 5-7 years of experience of professional
library experience
- Experience in budget
preparation and financial management
- Experience in analyzing and
negotiating vendor contracts
- Proven ability to collect and
analyze data to inform decision-making
- Familiarity with library
integrated management system; experience with Sierra and Proquest
preferred
- Knowledge of collection
development policies and areas of interest
- Knowledge of current issues
and trends in academic libraries
- Strong leadership skills
- Strong interpersonal and
communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work
with diverse populations and a commitment to diversity and inclusion
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Special Instructions to
Applicants:
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TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, cover
letter addressing how your experience supports the requirements of this
position and Quinnipiac's commitment to diversity and inclusion, and contact
information for three references on the application form.
Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles and practices
of diversity and inclusion throughout the University community and welcomes
candidates who enhance that diversity.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff
which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven
by excellence.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: Please note that the university
has a COVID-19 vaccination requirement. For more information, please visit www.qu.edu/health-wellness-and-safety/covid-19-resources/
Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Applications close: Open until filled
