Assistant Dean/Chair of Reference Services and Collection Development

Hofstra University Library

Description The Hofstra University Library seeks a dynamic, innovative team player with a user-centered vision of 21st century information services to head the Department of Reference Services and Collection Development.

This senior level position reports directly to the Dean of Library and Information Services and is responsible for a department composed of 12 full-time library faculty, 13 part-time library faculty, 10.5 staff members, and student assistants. Within the overall mission and goals of the university library, provides direction and support for reference

services and collection development. Has primary responsibility for the administration of the department, including general reference, document delivery/interlibrary loan, library instruction, the curriculum materials center, government documents, and collection development.

Serves as chair with responsibility for evaluation of department faculty. Works within university and library governance structures. Works closely with dean and coordinator of library instruction in administering and directing an innovative classroom teaching program. Serves on Dean’s Council and works cooperatively and consultatively with

other assistant deans and administrative directors to further the library’s goals.
Required Qualifications

MLS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program and additional relevant graduate degree. Significant administrative experience in an academic or research library. Demonstrated ability to provide user-centered reference services, develop collections in all formats, promote teamwork and encourage collaboration. Commitment to mentoring, training, and staff development. Effective oral and written communications skills. Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and development. Demonstrated ability to use a broad range of information technologies to meet the needs of faculty and students.

Application Deadline

Open until filled
Application Instructions

Please send cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for at least three professional references.
Apply To

Daniel R. Rubey, Ph.D., MLS

Dean of Library & Information Services
901 Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library

123 Hofstra University
Hempstead NY 11549-1230
Applications and requests should be submitted by email to: Suzanne.Bandiero@hofstra.edu.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The university is committed to building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from under represented minorities.

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