Associate Dean, Special Collections Research Center

Title: Associate Dean, Special Collections Research Center Deadline to Apply: 07/02/2020 Job Category: Administrative/Professional Department: Library Affairs College: Library Affairs Months of Appointment: 12-month Position Summary: Morris Library at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking qualified applicants for an Associate Dean, Special Collections Research Center, with accompanying tenure-track faculty appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. This is a full-time, 12-month, term Administrative/Professional position with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2020. Reporting to the Dean of Library Affairs, the Associate Dean, Special Collections Research Center provides strategic leadership for SCRC, Records Management, and the University Museum. Duties and Responsibilities: • Provides strategic leadership for SCRC, Records Management, and the University Museum • Responsible for the maintenance and development of the research collections and improvement of access including traditional aids and electronic tools • Responsible for the evaluation, selection, and oversight of all SCRC, Records Management, and University Museum staff including Faculty who are eligible for promotion and tenure • Reports to the Dean of Library Affairs and serves as a member of the Library Affairs Management Team with the Dean and Associate Deans of Library Affairs • Represents the Library and serves on national, state, and University committees and task forces • Responsible for ensuring proper housing, storage, and long-term preservation of the collections • Works with the Library Affairs Development Officer for opportunities and information regarding Special Collections for donor opportunities and development relationships • Develops grant proposals • Conducts ongoing engagement with scholarship and professional service appropriate to faculty rank • Oversees appraisal and retention of university records deemed to have administrative, legal, or historical value • Oversees the Secretary of State’s Illinois Regional Archives Depository (IRAD) office on campus Minimum Qualifications: • ALA accredited Masters of Library Science. • For appointment at the Associate Professor rank (tenure track): o Minimum five year experience in special collections, rare books, or archives at a University or non-profit organization with supervisory experience. o Record of substantial peer-reviewed research and publication. • For appointment at the Professor rank (tenure track): o Minimum five year experience in special collections, rare books, or archives at a University or non-profit organization with supervisory experience, with at least two of those years being in a position of departmental leadership o Record of extensive peer-reviewed research and publication and record of professional service on a national level • Experience with national standards and best practices in the processing of manuscript, archival, and like materials • Knowledge and experience with grant processes and donor relations • Demonstrated initiative and commitment to innovative approaches for improving operations and services • Experience in the development of special collections and working with vendors, collectors, and donors • Potential to meet established Library Affairs criteria for promotion and tenure, including professional service and published research • Strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills including the demonstrated ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, colleagues, and a diverse workforce and clientele • The ability to work independently and creatively in a rapidly changing work environment Preferred Qualifications: • A combination of a Master’s degree (or higher) in Archival Management, Humanities, or Social Sciences AND ALA-accredited Masters of Library Science • Experience at the director level in special collections or archives in a research setting • Experience collaborating with Museums • Record of achievement in the digitization of special collections and record of success in work with digital objects management software • Certification by the Academy of Certified Archivists • Knowledge of intellectual property and rights management issues • Knowledge of preservation practices and standards Application Procedure: Visit https://jobs.siu.edu/ to create an account and apply.

SIU Carbondale is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.

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