The Assistant Library Director manages the daily operations of Jannes Library.

Responsible for ensuring that the core functions of Jannes Library operate smoothly, including but not limited to circulation, outreach, collection development, disposition of gifts, student engagement, and research instruction. Oversee the management of the ILS (FOLIO); maintenance of library spaces including the stacks and other functional areas; and tracking of all EOS library encumbrances, including overdue items, fines, and bills. Assists with cataloging.In collaboration with the Library Director, develop and promote instructional resources that support information literacy and academic engagement . Assists with long range planning and implementation of strategic goals for the library and the college and represents KCAI’s interests in local and national library organizations.Essential Functional Responsibilities:Access Services & Consortial Management

Work with Library Director to manage library personnel, including selection, training, supervision, motivation and evaluation of library staff and student assistants as well as assisting with staff schedulingResponsible for coordinating circulation activities while regularly assessing and refining day-to-day processes and procedures, ensuring library staff receive continuous training and supportKnowledgeable in current trends in: access services, reference materials, and collection development/management; work with library director to improve process and procedure.Analyze and resolve inquiries from all patrons regarding library operationsIn collaboration with director, review, develop, and revise the library operation policies and procedures based on learned experiences and input from students, faculty, and staff.Assist in the development and promotion of user-centric library services and online finding aids specific to the resources and collections that Jannes Library curates.Provide research instruction and one-on-one research assistance to all constituents.Serve as a point of contact, coordinating with the Mobius Consortium to promote continued circulation processes between borrowing libraries while maintaining ILS functionality, adhering to both local and consortium polices and best practices.

General planning, supervision, and policies

Work with the Library Director to oversee maintenance of physical facilities. Plan for adequate and organized space for collections, equipment, study space, computing facilities, special collections and staff offices.Other duties as assigned.Communications and outreach

Gather feedback from department heads on the effectiveness of the library in supporting each department; recommend new approaches.Represent the library on college committees as required; act as liaison to academic departments, the administration and the trustees.Represent KCAI in library organizations and to the professional community locally, regionally and nationally. Communicate general library policies, hours, collections and services.Contribute library operations content and outreach strategies to outside platforms, including newsletter, website, and social media sites.In collaboration with the library director, establish and maintain partnerships with both local and national organizations that enhance the mission of the Jannes Library.

Reporting and data analysis

Track, report, and oversee monthly statistical data related to library operations and library resource circulation and usage; analyze collected data and use to inform future recommendations and operational improvements.Prepare annual report summarizing library use; prepare accurate and concise documentation as needed for college accreditation activities (e.g., for ACRL and IPEDS).Contribute narrative information on Library achievements and milestones for the annual report; use the findings to inform future library operations.Use ILS reporting functions to identify end of semester encumbrances, and manage the communication and collection process.Collections management and development

Assist with ongoing collections management, including stack maintenance, weeding, deselection, and disposal of discarded books in accordance with established policy and procedures.Collaborate with the director in setting goals for acquisitions related to institutional priorities centered on diversity, just societies, sustainability, and new ways of making and knowing.Work director to maintain a comprehensive collection development policy; work closely with faculty to select books and other materials used to support the curriculum; accept and determine disposition of gifts; ensure timely weeding to maintain collection standards.Assist in annual review and revision of Collections Management and Development Policy.Mending/Conservation as needed.

Supervises The Following

Directly supervises the Circulation staff, including scheduling, defining and delegating tasks, hiring, training, evaluation, goal setting and mentoring.Directs Library Assistant in the hiring, scheduling, and supervisor of circulation desk student workers.Responsible for library operations in the director's absence.

Knowledge, Skills, And Qualifications

Prior experience in library operations, circulation, access services, technical services, reference/research, or other related experience.Strong analytical skills, creative and innovative problem-solving with a great attention to detail.Evidence of effective leadership & supervision, evaluation experience, and the ability to promote teamwork and maintain productive and supportive working relationships.Effective interpersonal, organization, & communication skills with the ability to present a pleasant, courteous and service-oriented attitude resolving all conflicts in a constructive manner.Working knowledge of Windows and Mac environments, Microsoft Office and G-Suite applicationsAbility to maintain respect for all users and for users’ right to privacy.Ability to work with minimal supervision; remain on task while tolerating frequent interruptions; work under pressure of deadlines, and bring projects to completion in a timely and professional manner.

Required Experience/Education

Masters’ degree in library science from an American Library Association-accredited program.Library experience working with an integrated library system.Supervisory and customer service experience.Work experience in an academic library setting.

Preferred Experience/Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in art history; or a BFA with art history courseworkLibrary experience in a consortium or multiple library shared-catalog environment.Please submit: How can a librarian positively impact their community?

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