Georgia Public Library Service

The Atlanta University Center (AUC) Woodruff Library is looking for a highly innovative and forward-looking individual to lead the Library in rethinking how library services, programs, instruction, and resources are leveraged for student success in a hybrid learning environment.. AUC Woodruff Library is an award-winning, Association of Research Libraries (ARL) consortium library located in the heart of Atlanta, GA. The Library supports the research and learning of more than 10,000 students and faculty across four historically black colleges and universities: Clark Atlanta University, the Interdenominational Theological Center, Morehouse College, and Spelman College.. The Assistant Director of RLTS will oversee the day-to-day operations of public services, provide a vision for user engagement, and advance high-priority initiatives emphasizing research, student success, information literacy, and user experiences.. Articulate a user-center, holistic public service vision to meet current and emerging information literacy needs, instructional design, information technology, assessment, and management.. Liaison and collaborate with stakeholders throughout the Atlanta University Center, local Atlanta University libraries, and regional HBCU library communities.

assistant director of research

SUMMARY:

The Atlanta University Center (AUC) Woodruff Library is looking for a highly innovative and forward-looking individual to lead the Library in rethinking how library services, programs, instruction, and resources are leveraged for student success in a hybrid learning environment.

ABOUT THE LIBRARY:

AUC Woodruff Library is an award-winning, Association of Research Libraries (ARL) consortium library located in the heart of Atlanta, GA. The Library supports the research and learning of more than 10,000 students and faculty across four historically black colleges and universities: Clark Atlanta University, the Interdenominational Theological Center, Morehouse College, and Spelman College.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Assistant Director of Research, Learning, and Technology Services (RLTS) provides leadership, guidance, and expertise in delivering information and research services. The Assistant Director of RLTS will oversee the day-to-day operations of public services, provide a vision for user engagement, and advance high-priority initiatives emphasizing research, student success, information literacy, and user experiences. The AD of RLTS is responsible for direct oversight of the following units: Access & Circulation Services, Research Services, and Online Learning & Technology Services.

THE IMPACT YOU WILL HAVE:

Provide day-to-day leadership for public services.

Articulate a user-center, holistic public service vision to meet current and emerging information literacy needs, instructional design, information technology, assessment, and management.

Provide direct supervision of professional unit heads and indirect supervision of other unit staff.

Assist in developing, maintaining, and evaluating the collections to support the curriculum.

Lead the department in the development of strategic goals in support of the library mission.

Develop, implement, and evaluate research programming and services and recommend changes.

Function as a subject liaison for programs offered by AUC Institutions.

Liaison and collaborate with stakeholders throughout the Atlanta University Center, local Atlanta University libraries, and regional HBCU library communities.

Participate in grant development and implementation.

Participate in library-wide initiatives through committees and task forces.

Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned by a supervisor.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE:

Education and Work Experience:

ALA-accredited Master’s degree in library science.

MLS degree from an ALA-accredited library school.

Four or more years of relevant experience leading in an academic library.

Demonstrated expertise in effective management of staff.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to lead in an atmosphere of continuous change and to inspire and motivate within a collaborative and diverse atmosphere.

Knowledge or familiarity with policies that inform library support of scholarship and research.

Demonstrate a commitment to working in a diverse environment by working to create a workplace that values various backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Evidence of current scholarship and/or professional activity.

Ability to make data-driven decisions.

Ability to balance the pursuit of excellence with a spirit of collaboration.

Capacity for successful leadership and/or participation in workplace teams.

Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

Excellent organizational and analytical skills.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Hybrid remote/onsite work opportunity

Salary $90,000 – $95,000

Benefits include vacation & sick days, medical, dental, vision, life, company-paid disability plans.

Company match retirement plan (TIAA-CREF)

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Interested applicants should submit a letter of application and resume online to the Human Resources Department at this link.

The Robert W. Woodruff Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more about our Library, visit us online at www.auctr.edu.

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