Dean, College of Library Affairs, Southern Illinois University Carbondale | Jobs

January 31, 2012

SIU Carbondale invites nominations and applications for Dean of the College of Library Affairs. The Dean is the chief administrative officer of the College and reports to the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. The successful candidate is expected to bring a vision for the future which will inspire his/her colleagues to pursue a higher standard of excellence for teaching/librarianship, service, and scholarship. S/he should also encourage and lead the faculty, students, and staff to greater academic excellence. Additional information regarding the position is available at http://affact.siuc.edu/ap.html.

The successful candidate must possess an earned master's in library and/or information science from an ALA-accredited library program or foreign equivalent. A doctorate in library and/or information science or second master's degree is preferred; at least ten years of professional academic library experience, including at least five years in a position of significant upper-level administrative responsibility; an outstanding publication record and a demonstrated record and commitment to securing external funding; a distinguished record of teaching/librarianship, research/creative activity, and service consistent with the expectations of a tenured Professor at a Doctoral Research-Extensive University; significant experience with automated library technology and networking, and current and emerging information technologies and trends in the profession; a demonstrated commitment to teaching pedagogy and student success through library services and programs; leadership ability in the integration of new technologies with traditional materials and services to fulfill the Library's mission; experience in budget, planning, personnel, student matters, and promotion and tenure review; and active participation in state, regional, and national library and professional organizations and activities.

Applicants must also demonstrate excellent organizational and communication skills; the ability to articulate effectively the College's mission to students, faculty, alumni, external funding agencies, and other decision-making bodies; demonstrated ability to develop and sustain collegial and productive relationships with on- and off-campus constituencies, funding sources, and fundraising sources on behalf of the College; and a commitment to high standards in education, cultural diversity, and equal opportunity. This is a security-sensitive position. Before any offer of employment is made, the University will conduct a pre-employment background investigation that includes a criminal background check.

The position is available July 1, 2012. The deadline for applications is March 8, 2012, or until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately following the deadline for applications and will continue until the position is filled. Applications must include a current curriculum vita, a personal vision statement for the position, and the name, address, phone number, and email address for five references. Send nominations, inquiries, and applications to: Search Committee for Dean, Library Affairs, Attn: Emily Williams, Anthony Hall, Room 310, Mail Code 4311, SIU Carbondale, 1265 Lincoln Drive, Carbondale, IL 62901, Telephone: 618-453-5745. Email: ewilliam@pvc.siu.edu.

SIU Carbondale is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.

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