Now accepting applications for the Dean of JMU Libraries. Apply using JobLink: https://joblink.jmu.edu/postings/4095
Dean of Libraries James Madison University (JMU) invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of Libraries. Serving a critical role in advancing the academic endeavor, JMU Libraries embraces engagement, collaboration, and innovation. With more than 150 employees, the Libraries serve a university with eight colleges, over 900 faculty, and over 22,000 students. JMU Libraries supports teaching, learning, and creative exploration in four physical locations and through robust online programs and services. JMU Libraries balances a forward-thinking vision for innovation in libraries and educational technologies with an appreciation of traditional library values and stakeholder experiences. JMU seeks applicants committed to helping a complex unit work to achieve its mission and vision in a collegial and collaborative culture. In addition, a leader will build and sustain relationships with strategic partners and stakeholders. Deans at JMU provide academic, intellectual and administrative leadership to support their assigned units and the academic division as a whole. The Dean of Libraries reports to the provost and responsibilities include collaborating with fellow deans, participating in service activities on campus and engaging in scholarship through publication, presentations and R&D activities. The dean represents the university at state, regional, national and international venues. JMU Libraries is an active member of the Virtual Library of Virginia (VIVA)<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__vivalib.org_c.php-3Fg-3D833800-26p-3D5953866&d=DwMGaQ&c=eLbWYnpnzycBCgmb7vCI4uqNEB9RSjOdn_5nBEmmeq0&r=bs7PNRZLKvswp_VEduaVZw&m=OxrtIYKFZAB0A2pE6pF4IT1mDkKd2YDY6iupluABmkU&s=DL7e2fbXiCZA2vdXOBvQgSae1iIUL1_wwqg3h3xkmKA&e=>. JMU supports ACRL Standards for Faculty Status for Academic Libraries. More information about JMU Libraries is available at: https://www.lib.jmu.edu/ Qualities and qualifications: - Education and scholarship demonstrating considerable knowledge of current and future trends affecting libraries and/or educational technology. - Leadership and administration experience. - Evidence of effective change management and alignment toward a shared vision within a complex organization. - Demonstrated success with identifying and securing resources for an organization. - Relevant advanced academic degree. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with review of applications to begin October 23, 2018. The desired start date is July 1, 2019, or sooner, depending upon availability of the successful candidate. Salary will be commensurate with experience. JMU is a public, highly selective and comprehensive university located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley two hours southwest of Washington, DC. The university has eight colleges: Arts and Letters, Business, Education, Health and Behavioral Studies, Integrated Science and Engineering, Science and Mathematics, and Visual and Performing Arts. With its strong focus on undergraduate education, JMU provides a distinctive educational experience that combines the diversity of degree programs and learning opportunities offered by many larger institutions with an engaged, teaching–centered faculty traditionally found at a smaller, liberal arts college. JMU has received national recognition as one of the top public master's-level schools in the south (U.S. News and World Report) and as one of the top 100 "Best Values in Public Colleges" (Kiplinger, 2018). U.S. News and World Report has also ranked ten of JMU’s graduate programs nationally. For more information about the university, visit http://www.jmu.edu. <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.jmu.edu.-25E2-2580-25AF&d=DwMGaQ&c=eLbWYnpnzycBCgmb7vCI4uqNEB9RSjOdn_5nBEmmeq0&r=bs7PNRZLKvswp_VEduaVZw&m=OxrtIYKFZAB0A2pE6pF4IT1mDkKd2YDY6iupluABmkU&s=tiTtkcJq93DoSRe53y7CPPs7A9C2prXlLETKPoAwzws&e=> To apply visit http://joblink.jmu.edu/postings/4095 or go to JobLink.jmu.edu<http://JobLink.jmu.edu> and reference posting number F1191. Only complete submissions uploaded to the JobLink website will be considered. Complete submissions include submitting a faculty profile, cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references (as part of the faculty profile) and a candidate statement that answers the following question—As the Dean, how will you lead JMU Libraries to support the institution’s vision to be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world (uploaded as “other document #1”). Candidates selected as finalists will be notified before their list of references are contacted. Individuals wishing to nominate candidates should submit a letter of nomination and Dean of Libraries Search Committee Chair, James Madison University, MSC 6906, 127 W. Bruce St., Harrisonburg, VA 22807. Fax: 540-568-4252. James Madison University is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
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