[Access-ip] Position Announcement - University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

[Trevor A. Dawes]

This is a forwarded message; please pardon any duplication. 

University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

Dean of the Kraemer Family Library
Position Number: (422101)

The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs invites applications and
nominations for the position of Dean of the Kraemer Family Library
available February 1, 2008.  The University seeks to enhance learning
and scholarship by creating an inclusive environment and experience for
members of diverse communities.  

The Library:  The Kraemer Family Library, located in El Pomar Center,
consists of a collection of over 1 million items plus a growing
collection of online resources, including over 28,000 electronic
journals.  It is staffed by 9 librarians, 11.5 support staff and 7.4 FTE
student employees.  A large information commons area is housed within
the library.  The library is a member of the Colorado Alliance of
Research Libraries, participates in the Prospector Unified catalog, and
works in collaboration with other libraries in the University of
Colorado system.  

The University:   UCCS, one of three universities in the University of
Colorado system, emphasizes a broad range of degree programs in the
liberal arts and sciences and professional programs in business,
education, engineering, nursing and health sciences, and public affairs.
UCCS seeks to provide unsurpassed, student-centered teaching and
learning, and outstanding research and creative work that serve our
community, state, and nation, aspiring to become the premier
comprehensive, regional research university in the United States.  

Position: The Dean of the Kraemer Family Library is the senior
administrative and financial officer of the library, reporting to the
Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, and is a
member of the Deans' Council.  Responsibilities include: 
* Providing strategic leadership for the coordination and management of
library services
* Encouraging a climate of service for students, faculty, staff, and the
community
* Serving as the primary advocate for the library
* Leading  the technological development of the library 
* Representing the library throughout the campus, the system and the
larger library and educational community 
* Obtaining resources, support and funding to sustain services by
leading efforts to acquire external funding through gifts and grants 
* Providing  effective management and execution of fiscal policies and
procedures 
* Enhancing a culture of diversity and inclusive community within the
library and with units beyond the library 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  
* Knowledge of personnel and fiscal management methods and practices;
federal and state library and information related laws, regulations, and
policies.
* Knowledge of all aspects of library administration on a university
campus, and  knowledge of technology applications for library services. 
* Skill in leadership and management, and the ability to communicate
effectively, both verbally and in writing. 
* Ability to deliver student-oriented and faculty-oriented services on a
campus with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff. 
* Proven ability to manage a service-oriented work environment and
create cooperative working relationships both internally and externally.

* Effectiveness in working with individuals from diverse ethnic,
cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds. 
* Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
* Ability to manage budgets and fundraise


Qualifications: Candidates for the position of Dean of the Kraemer
Family Library will possess:
* Master's degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program 
* A record of scholarly and professional achievement warranting the
award of tenure 
* A record of increasing leadership responsibilities in university
libraries 
* Understanding and vision of emerging technology and library services
issues
* Demonstrated analytic and strategic skills in the management of
budgets and fiscal resources 
* Ability to lead through collaborative decision-making
* Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in library
administration 

Salary Range: $119,500-$127,000

FLSA Exempt Position:  The University follows Fair Labor Standards Act
(FLSA) regulations.  For the purposes of FLSA this position has been
determined to be exempt from (not eligible for) overtime under FLSA.  

Professional Exempt Position:  This position is exempt from the State
Personnel system because the position meets the criteria outlined in
C.R.S. 24-50-135 (1) (a):  Officers of an educational institution and
employees in professional positions, including deans.

Background check:  The finalist for this position must consent to and
pass a background investigation prior to the final appointment.  This
includes license and educational verification, prior employment
verification, sex offender registry check, criminal history, credit
history and driver's history.  

Application Process: Consideration of applications will begin September
21, 2007, and will continue until the position is filled.   The
application package must include a letter detailing interest, pertinent
experience and qualifications; current curriculum vitae; and the names
and contact information for at least five professional references. 

Nominations and applications should be addressed to Jayne W. Lloyd,
Kraemer Family Library, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, P.O.
Box 7150, Colorado Springs, CO 80933-7150 or by email to:
jlloyd at uccs.edu; phone (719) 262-3068; fax (719) 528-5227.  

The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs fosters equity in
employment by promoting diversity and assuring inclusiveness