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Position Summary

Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Access & Resource Services (AUL/ARS), the Director of Access Services (D/AS) provides leadership, management, vision, and planning to ensure access to library resources for learning, teaching, and research. The D/AS oversees the work of the Access Services teams, including User Services (circulation and information/reference), Operations & Access (library entrance), Interlibrary Loan/Course Reserves, and Stacks Management.

As a member of the Access & Resource Services Division leadership team, the D/AS contributes to strategic and annual planning, including the development and implementation of major initiatives, oversight of services, policies, programs, resource allocation, and human resource management. The D/AS also serves as a liaison to the Emory/Georgia Tech Library Service Center and ensures that Access Services teams actively participate in collaborative programs and services at local, state, regional, national, and international levels. Join us in implementing Emory University’s mission of creating, preserving, teaching, and applying knowledge in the service of humanity.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

Administration

+ Oversee operations of Access Services teams, key service points, and services, including setting priorities and long-term planning.

+ Evaluate and provide reports on services using appropriate assessment and statistical tools.

+ Identify, develop, recommend, and implement programs and policies in collaboration with appropriate partners.

+ Administer budget and manage resources within Access Services.

+ Coordinate across the libraries at Emory to develop and manage workflows and services among units.

+ Serve as a subject matter expert for access services.

Managerial Responsibilities

+ As the primary administrator for Access Services, supervise two librarian department heads and two staff library managers, with indirect supervision of approximately 25 positions.

+ Coordinate recruiting, hiring, orientation, training, supervision, evaluation, and development of staff and student employees.

+ Coach, mentor and counsel both direct and indirect reports.

+ Ensure effective communication with department staff and library users about library programs and initiatives.

Professional Responsibilities

+ Participate in professional and scholarly associations; maintain membership and accreditation; participate in meetings, conferences, and workshops; serve in appointed or elected positions.

+ Maintain up-to-date professional knowledge and skills related to job responsibilities and current trends in higher education, academic libraries, and information technology.

+ Adhere to guidelines in the _Emory Handbook Governing the Librarian series for Faculty-Equivalent Librarians_ regarding appointment, renewal, and promotion.

+ Participate in library and campus committees.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

Emory University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Emory University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in use of facilities without such discrimination. The University also complies with all applicable federal and Georgia statutes and regulations prohibiting unlawful discrimination. All members of the student body, faculty, and staff are expected to assist in making this policy valid in fact. Any inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Office of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Bldg., Suite 305, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone 404/727-9867 (V) 404/712-2049 (TDD).