*University of Idaho Library* *Vacancy Announcement* * Library Dean* * * The University of Idaho (UI) seeks a visionary and creative Library Dean to join the UI administrative team. The Library Dean is responsible for: organizational leadership and direction of the information and learning resources of the University of Idaho Library and related access to those resources for students, staff, faculty, and clients including those at the Boise, Coeur d'Alene and Idaho Falls Centers, state-wide extension education, and the public at large. The Dean is responsible for: providing sound administrative leadership in order to provide exemplary library services in support of the University's strategic plan; promoting and developing relationships between the library and other units in the University; participating in the planning activities of the University with special attention to areas that have library resource and service implications; working closely with academic deans, center leadership, and offices to plan and coordinate strategies that emphasize the University's strengths and meet long-term goals. The Library Dean would be eligible for associate or full professorial rank in a tenure track position. The Library Dean reports to the Provost and Executive Vice President and is a member of the Provost Council. Since 1889, UI has served the state and surrounding region as a leading doctoral/research extensive land-grant university. UI represents a key link in the chain of educational institutions governed by the Idaho State Board of Education; this network of interdependent organizations serves Idaho students from kindergarten through doctoral-level instruction. UI's 874 faculty members and 1,517 staff members together serve approximately 13,000 students from around the world, many of whom come from Idaho and the Pacific Northwest region. UI offers degree programs in nine colleges: Agricultural and Life Sciences; Art and Architecture; Business and Economics; Education; Engineering; Law; Letters, Arts and Social Sciences; Natural Resources; and Science, as well as the Graduate School and Multidisciplinary Programs. The University of Idaho has an institution-wide commitment to diversity, human rights, multiculturalism, and community. The University expresses that commitment by actively recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and student body, and by building and sustaining a welcoming, supportive campus environment. The University of Idaho provides outstanding leadership opportunities for people interested in promoting and enhancing diversity, nurturing creativity, and building community. *_Required Minimum Qualifications_*_: _ Masters degree in Library Science from an American Library Association (ALA)-accredited institution and eligible to be considered for professorial rank and tenure; University criteria for professorial rank is doctorate degree or second subject Masters degree. Scholarly and professional achievement appropriate to the rank of a tenured library faculty member. Minimum of 8 years of professional library experience, becoming progressively more responsible with at least 5 years administrative management. Successful completion of a background check. *_Preferred Qualifications:_*_ _ Demonstrated knowledge and experience in: § library and University operations, policies and procedures, preferably in a multifaceted University environment § innovative leadership with strong customer service philosophy and proven leadership skills § information technology including computer hardware, software and systems applications within an integrated library system and working knowledge of emerging technologies § participatory management including budgeting and financial planning, strategic and tactical planning, human relations, problem solving and team building § effective library consortium relationships § fund raising and grantsmanship *_Application Process_* Applications and nominations may be sent electronically to the Chair of the Search Committee, email: librsearch@uidaho.edu. Applications must include: letter that addresses the qualifications listed above; one-page statement of applicant's vision of the evolving role of academic libraries; current curriculum vitae; and names, addresses, titles, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least five professional references. A complete position description for the position may be found at the University of Idaho's website http://www.provost.uidaho.edu/default.aspx?pid=73113. Review of applications will begin September 1, 2006, and will continue until the successful candidate is identified. * * *librsearch@uidaho.edu * *Attention Professor John Hasko, Chair* *Library Dean Search University of Idaho* *Administration 107 Post Office Box 443152 Moscow, Idaho 83844-3152* To enrich education through diversity the University of Idaho is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. 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