Art Libraries Society of North America

Director - Gimbel Art and Design Library

The New School Libraries

The Director of the Gimbel Library reports to the Assistant University Librarian for
Access Services and will manage the day-to-day operations of the Gimbel Library whose collections support teaching and learning in art and design disciplines. The ideal candidate will be a leader with experience working in a team-based environment, management, and decision-making ability, and the ability to foster collegiality and flexibility in others. He or she will be well organized, a creative thinker, and able to interact effectively with a broad clientele including faculty, students, and art and design professionals.

Responsibilities:
• Supervise professional and support staff
• Participate in the creation and implementation of library policies and procedures
• Participate in long-range planning and budgeting for the University Library
• Participate in the implementation of a university-wide information literacy agenda
• Coordinate collection development in art and design

Requirements:
• ALA accredited MLS
• Demonstrated supervisory experience in an academic library
• Knowledge of information technology and major bibliographic utilities
• Understanding of current issues in academic librarianship and higher education
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Advanced degree (preferably in art, design, art history, or the humanities)

To apply, please go to: http://careers.newschool.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=50967