Dean of Libraries

DEAN OF LIBRARIES

 

University of Texas at Arlington

Arlington, Texas

  The Search   The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of Libraries. The University seeks a dynamic, visionary leader who will advance the University’s mission of research and teaching by ensuring the provision of outstanding and innovative library services to all its users. As a Carnegie Doctoral/Very  High Research University and a Texas Tier One institution, The University of Texas at Arlington is focused on meeting the needs of Texans today, tomorrow, and into the future with bold solutions and global impact. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work, the University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success through a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by a community of scholars. The UTA Libraries creates extraordinary opportunities for learning, discovery, and innovation through its three libraries, collections depository, and 8000 square foot FabLab makerspace. The UTA Central Library is an energetic hub with a dedicated staff ensuring library resources are accessible and students feel welcomed. Reporting to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean of Libraries serves as the chief executive of the libraries with responsibility for oversight of all administrative activities, including budget and personnel management. The Dean will have the opportunity to build on the libraries’ excellent reputation for innovative and experimental initiatives that foster student success, providing cutting-edge technology for interdisciplinary collaboration, and meaningful engagement with K-12 partners across the region.  As a forward-thinking leader, the Dean will develop a vision for the future that reflects the needs of UTA students, staff, faculty, and the surrounding community. The Dean will leverage the libraries’ resources wisely to develop and strengthen dynamic internal and external partnerships in support of UTA’s goals. The successful candidate must be a strong advocate for the libraries and implement dynamic, strategic, entrepreneurial, and innovative approaches. Ultimately, the successful candidate will provide the leadership to develop and achieve a vision of a university library in the 21^st century; a clear understanding of the major challenges facing research university libraries in a time of complex and extended transition; the ability to develop and maintain collaborative partnerships across campus and to engage, influence, and facilitate collaborations with UTA’s external constituents—including state, regional and national consortia and organizations; an advanced understanding of digital technology trends and their impact on information management infrastructure; a demonstrated commitment to developing a diverse workforce.   The University of Texas at Arlington has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist a university search committee. All applications, inquiries, and nominations, which will remain confidential, should be directed to the search firm as indicated at the end of this document.   TO APPLY   The review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. All inquiries, nominations, and applications (including—as separate documents—a cover letter and resume) should be directed in confidence to:

Jackie Partner, Partner

Quizayra Gonzalez, Senior Associate

Isaacson, Miller

https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/university-texas-arlington/dean-libraries

University of Texas, Arlington is an equal employment and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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