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Thanks! Vice Provost for University Libraries [http://jobs.uconn.edu/images/hbl.jpg] Download the Complete Position Specification<http://jobs.uconn.edu/docs/VPLibrary_Desc.pdf>(pdf) Application Information: Applications should include a cover letter, detailed resume providing evidence of a distinguished record of librarianship and scholarly achievement, and the contact information for three references, which should be sent electronically (a single PDF file preferred) and in confidence to: VP Library Search<mailto:vplibrarysea...@uconn.edu>. This search will remain open until the position is filled. University of Connecticut is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Under the administrative leadership of the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Vice Provost for University Libraries articulates the Libraries' mission and goals; provides leadership for the Libraries' staff, operations, and services; advances the Libraries' reputation on a local, regional, and national scale; collaborates with university administrators in carrying out the University's academic priorities; and serves on the Council of Deans. Major Responsibilities * Articulates a clear vision for the future of the Libraries. * Develops and implements the University and Libraries strategic plans in support of the University's academic priorities. * Invests in staff development and community building within the Libraries; demonstrates a commitment to strengthening and fostering a diverse staff. * Devises effective plans to optimize the delivery of library services. * Establishes effective relationships with administrators, deans, faculty, students, staff, alumni, and donors. * Articulates to the University community trends in academic library services, collections, and spaces. * Develops strategies to align Libraries services with University curricula and research. * Ensures the Libraries implement new technologies that enhance library services. * Continually aligns Libraries services to meet the needs of diverse constituencies within the University Community. * Enhances the reputation of the University Libraries regionally, nationally, and internationally by cultivating development opportunities and cooperative efforts. * Fosters collaborative relationships across all libraries at the University of Connecticut. * Oversees the management of the University Libraries human, financial, and physical resources. Professional Experience/Qualifications Minimum Qualifications * Master's degree from an ALA accredited program or equivalent. * A record of scholarly achievement. * Leadership experience in an academic or research library. * A record of service in professional library or academic associations. * Experience optimizing the delivery of library services. * Knowledge of emerging technologies within the domain of scholarship, scholarly communication, and library services. * Demonstrated ability to work with administrators, faculty, students, staff, and other library constituents. * Budgetary experience. * Proven success as an effective communicator. * Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills. * Evidence of strong management skills. Desired Qualifications * A second Master's degree or a doctoral degree. * Experience developing and implementing large-scale strategic or project plans. * Experience with library space building, expansion or redesign projects. * Proven ability securing external funding. * Commitment to fostering a diverse staff. * Commitment to serving a diverse community. * Experience implementing new technologies to enhance library services. * Experience developing collaborations regionally, nationally or internationally. Compensation The University of Connecticut offers a comprehensive compensation and benefit package, commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience Jo Ann Reynolds Reserve Services Coordinator University of Connecticut Libraries 369 Fairfield Road, Unit 1005RR Storrs, CT 06269-1005 jo_ann.reyno...@lib.uconn.edu 860-486-1406 860-486-5636 (fax) http://classguides.lib.uconn.edu/mediaresources
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VIDEOLIB is intended to encourage the broad and lively discussion of issues relating to the selection, evaluation, acquisition,bibliographic control, preservation, and use of current and evolving video formats in libraries and related institutions. It is hoped that the list will serve as an effective working tool for video librarians, as well as a channel of communication between libraries,educational institutions, and video producers and distributors.
