Director - Gimbel Art and Design LibraryThe New School LibrariesThe 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 |