Director for Library and Information Resources
(Full-time)

Starting salary range:  $52,089 - $59,900
DATE OF NOTICE:

May 8, 2008
ABOUT HCC Harford Community College is a dynamic institution that provides high quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities and services that promote professional competence and economic development, and improve the quality of life in a multicultural community.  Our library provides the college community with access to information and comprehensive library services to support instruction, learning, and personal and professional growth. 
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Vice President for Instruction, the Director for Library and Information Resources is responsible for the administration of the library and provides leadership to division faculty and staff. 

Specific responsibilities include budget development and management; facilities management; and oversight of information literacy initiatives, collection development, technical services, circulation, reference, and reserve operations.  The Director for Library and Information Resources participates in assessment and program review initiatives and serves on a variety of committees and task groups involved in community outreach and development activities.  The director also serves as an effective member of the College's academic management team, evaluates current and future operational strategies, and represents the College in local and regional organizations as appropriate.

The Director for Library and Information Resources is a 12-month administrative position scheduled to being August 1, 2008.  
 
REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate will have five or more years of higher education leadership experience, including supervisory and evaluation responsibilities as well as oversight of library operations.  Teaching experience is preferred.  A master's degree in library science is required; a doctorate in a related field or in higher education is preferred.  Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with learning outcomes assessment and/or program development or operations improvement. 

Candidates should possess excellent oral and written communication skills, strong analytic skills for collection analysis, and the ability to work well in a team environment. 

 
TO APPLY:

Complete our ONLINE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION and attach a Cover Letter and Resume (Word or PDF format only). 

Incomplete submissions will not be accepted or reviewed.

Any questions or concerns regarding our online application may be sent to humanresources@harford.edu or call 410-836-4202.

RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU
OF AN EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

«Only candidates receiving further consideration will be contacted.«
For best consideration
APPLY BY:

May 29, 2008
 


HCC is a smoke/tobacco free campus. 

HCC is an AA / EEO / ADA employer committed to diversity in the college community.

Work hours will vary according to the needs of the College with a combination of day, evening, and weekend hours.

Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or
interview process should be made to the Human Resources Office by calling (410) 836-4415.

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    JOB ID# 88-2008