Responsibilities
Leads the Information Technology Division with its staff of 15 librarians
and 16 technical and support staff. Holds administrative responsibility
for the Systems Department, Digital Library Initiatives Department, and
the server and help desk site of NC LIVE, a statewide initiative to share
electronic resources. Sets direction for the Libraries information technology
environment and services, and ensures that programs, services, and infrastructure
are responsive to the academic needs of faculty, students, and staff of
NC State. Develops strategic goals and objectives; facilitates interaction
and communication within the division and throughout the Libraries. Develops
proposals and manages multi-million dollar information technology budgets
and expenditures. Encourages creative development in digital and information
technology initiatives that respond to or anticipate user needs. Collaborates
with information technology and distance education colleagues at NC State
to shape the network infrastructure for time- and location-independent
access. Represents the library in technology matters both within and outside
the university. Serves as the primary liaison on information technology
matters with the universitys Information Technology division, Distance
Education and Learning Technology Applications division, and Administrative
Computing Services; the Triangle Research Libraries Network (TRLN), the
Digital Library Federation (DLF), the Coalition for Networked Information
(CNI), and other appropriate organizations. Is a member of the University
Standards Committee. Is a leader in library and divisional planning, serves
on university-wide committees, and is expected to be active professionally.
Qualifications
Required: Significant and appropriate education in information
technology with increasingly responsible assignments. Minimum of five years
of substantial and progressively more responsible experience in information
technology in a research library or university, including management of
personnel, budget, and strategic planning. A record of successful implementation
and management of emerging technologies. Experience in project management
and systems analysis and design. Knowledge of information technology trends
and applications, and of scholarly communication patterns. Ability to work
effectively with staff, colleagues, faculty, and students in a team environment;
ability to encourage creativity and innovation. Commitment to the importance
of diversity in the academic community. Excellent interpersonal skills;
excellence in written and oral communication. Strong analytical skills,
with a broad conceptual outlook, and commitment to serving users and staff
with diverse needs and capabilities. Capacity to thrive in a rapidly changing
environment. Demonstrated record of professional involvement and contribution.
Preferred: ALA-accredited MLS. Relevant information technology experience
in an academic research library.
Salary and Benefits
The Libraries offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience,
not less than $90,000 for this position ($80,000 if appointed as assistant
director). Librarians have academic status without tenure or rank. Benefits
include: 24 days vacation, 12 days sick leave; health insurance (comprehensive
major medical or HMO); and state, TIAA/CREF or other retirement options.
Additional and optional dental, life, disability, deferred compensation,
and legal plans are available. Tuition waiver program for all campuses
of The University of North Carolina is available. Relocation allowance.
About the University and the Libraries
The North Carolina State University Libraries invites applications and
nominations for the position of Associate Director for Information Technology.
With visionary leadership and a staff focused on achievement, the NCSU
Libraries has earned a national reputation for client-centered services,
digital library initiatives, and a commitment to defining the future of
academic librarianship. The Associate Director for Information Technology
has a key leadership role in shaping and guiding the vision for a library
in which computing and networked resources are transforming the delivery
of both information and services. A member of Directors Council, the senior
management team, the Associate Director for Information Technology enjoys
the collaboration of colleagues working closely together in defining and
developing strategic directions for planning, policy, and budget matters
of library-wide impact. The position reports to the Vice Provost and Director
of Libraries.