The Director of the Gimbel Library reports to the Assistant University
Librarian for
Access Services and will manage the day-to-day operations of the Gimbel
Library whose collections support teaching and learning in art and design
disciplines. The ideal candidate will be a leader with experience working in
a team-based environment, management, and decision-making ability, and the
ability to foster collegiality and flexibility in others. He or she will be
well organized, a creative thinker, and able to interact effectively with a
broad clientele including faculty, students, and art and design
professionals.
Responsibilities:
. Supervise professional and support staff
. Participate in the creation and implementation of library
policies and procedures
. Participate in long-range planning and budgeting for the
University Library
. Participate in the implementation of a university-wide
information literacy agenda
. Coordinate collection development in art and design
Requirements:
. ALA accredited MLS
. Demonstrated supervisory experience in an academic library
. Knowledge of information technology and major bibliographic
utilities
. Understanding of current issues in academic librarianship and
higher education
. Excellent written and oral communication skills
. Advanced degree (preferably in art, design, art history, or the
humanities)
To apply, please go to:
http://careers.newschool.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=50967
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