Director, Arts Library
Yale University Library
Rank: Librarian III-V

THE UNIVERSITY AND THE LIBRARY	
The University Library, which is a highly valued partner in teaching and 
research at the University, has more than 12 million volumes housed in the 
Sterling Memorial Library and 21 school and department libraries. It 
employs a dynamic and innovative staff of nearly 600 FTE who have the 
opportunity to work with the highest caliber of faculty and students, 
participate on committees and are involved in other areas of staff 
development. A full spectrum of library resources, from rare books and 
manuscripts to a rapidly expanding network of electronic resources, 
constitutes one of Yale's distinctive strengths. The Library is engaged in 
numerous ambitious projects to expand its collections and access to them. 
For additional information on the Yale University Library, please visit the 
Library's Web site at: http://www.library.yale.edu/

THE ARTS LIBRARY
The Arts Library incorporates the Art & Architecture Library; the Arts of 
the Book Collection; the Classics Library; and the Drama Library.  The Arts 
Library serves several distinguished programs, including the Schools of 
Architecture, Art and Drama; and the Department of the History of Art; 
serves faculty, students, researchers and staff throughout the Yale 
community including those at the Yale University Art Gallery and the Yale 
Center for British Art; the Yale community generally; scholars and the 
general public from throughout the Southern Connecticut region and beyond, 
including visiting international scholars.  A new Arts Library facility is 
under construction as part of a master plan for the Yale arts area. The 
Arts Library has recently moved to a remodeled swing space in preparation 
for the complete renovation of its host building, a landmark designed by 
Paul Rudolph, and construction of an addition designed by Gwathmey Siegel & 
Associates Architects.  Scheduled to open in fall, 2008, the new Arts 
Library will bridge these two structures and its redesigned services will 
be a point of convergence for the arts community at Yale.
	
RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for reader services, the 
Director of the Arts Library is responsible for the overall administration, 
organization, and development of Yale's Arts Library and its constituent 
units.  Manages all aspects of library service, collection development, 
budget administration (including endowments and grants), personnel 
management, and facilities planning.  Directs a staff of 15, including 4 
librarians, 11 support staff, and a number of student assistants, as well 
as holders of the Kress Fellowship in Art Librarianship.  Working with 
faculty, students, senior library administrators, and library staff, the 
Director will evaluate the services, policies, collections, electronic 
resources, and facilities of the Arts Library and will establish and 
implement plans for its continued development and improvement.  Coordinates 
these programs and collections with those of other libraries on campus.

The Director serves as a member of the Library Management Council, the 
group of senior department heads who work as a management team with the 
University Librarian and Associate University Librarians to set 
library-wide policies and engage in longterm planning.  The Director 
advises and works closely with the Chairs of the Departments of the History 
of Art and of Classics, the Deans of the Schools of Architecture, Art, and 
Drama, on library matters and is responsible for building strong 
partnerships with faculty and students, curators, librarians, the heads of 
other University Library departments, and prospective donors.  Participates 
in various committee assignments and is expected to demonstrate 
professional leadership and commitment.

Among the first priorities for the next Director will be the move to the 
new facility, the implementation of a planned Special Collection area, and 
integration of staff, materials and services from the former A&A Library, 
Arts of the Book, and Drama Library.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required: Masters degree from an ALA-accredited library school program or 
an equivalent degree in a related discipline. Strong background in art, 
architecture, or art history, with preference given to candidates with 
relevant graduate degrees. At least 5 years of professional experience, 
with excellent administrative and supervisory experience and achievement in 
an academic or research library.  Passionate commitment both to collection 
building and to active, innovative public service programs in support of 
teaching and research in the arts.  Demonstrated positive attitude and 
leadership toward customer services.  Demonstrated creativity, flexibility, 
and positive attitude toward continuous professional growth.  Effective 
oral and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to work 
effectively and collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and 
administrators in a complex and changing environment.  Knowledge and 
experience with digital collections and tools for research and teaching are 
highly desirable.  Appointment at the Librarian IV or V level requires 8 or 
12 years of professional experience, respectively, and professional 
accomplishment.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Rank and competitive salary will be based upon the successful candidate's 
qualifications and experience. Full benefits package including 22 vacation 
days; 18 holiday, recess and personal days; comprehensive health care; 
TIAA/CREF or Yale retirement plan; and relocation assistance. Applications 
will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications consisting of a 
cover letter, resume, and the names of three references should be mailed 
to: Diane Y. Turner, Associate University Librarian for Human Resources, 
Staff Training & Security; Yale University Library; P.O. Box 208240, New 
Haven, CT 06520; fax: (203) 432-1806. Submissions via email are also 
welcomed and can be sent as a Word attachment to [log in to unmask] Please 
be sure to include Source Codes EAYU14940.

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

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