Posted 10/30/2009: Director of Library Services, Huntington University, Huntington, Indiana 46750

 Director of Library Services – Anticipated 2010

Huntington University anticipates an opening for Director of Library Services. The Director of Library Services manages all personnel and activities of the library and its subsidiary functions providing a clear vision for the direction of the library that reflects the mission of both Huntington University and RichLyn Library.  The Director is a voting member of the Huntington University faculty and reports to the Vice President and Dean of the University. 

Other responsibilities include:  library personnel, library budget, collections and services consistent with acceptable professional collection development practices, and serves on committees as needed. The Director cooperates with and, as appropriate, is a participating member of local, regional, and state libraries and networks.  It is expected that the Director has a working knowledge concerning library related information technology. Continuing education as appropriate through statewide or regional workshops is expected.

QUALIFICATIONS SOUGHT

• Christian commitment with evangelical persuasion
• Masters Degree or its equivalent from an ALA accredited school; a second masters in a relevant discipline is preferred
• Five years or more of library management in an academic environment is preferred
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills in oral and written communication, along with a desire and ability to teach
• Familiarity with various functions of a dynamic library operation; knowledgeable of trends in library service and academic environments in general
• Desire to integrate emerging technologies

            Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

            A dynamic and growing institution, Huntington University is an evangelical Christian liberal arts university of the United Brethren in Christ denomination.  The University has approximately 1200 students, 62 faculty, and is a member of the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities.

      The position is anticipated for fall, 2010.  Salary and rank are dependent upon qualifications and experience.  Huntington University, in its employment practices, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, or national origin.

      Information about Huntington University may be found at www.huntington.edu.         

      Huntington University application form may be found at www.huntington.edu/dean.

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