Post date: July 24,  2023

The University of Washington Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of Associate Dean for Distinctive Collections (ADDC). The successful candidate will be a leader with experience, bold ideas, and the collaborative and political skills to implement them. Reporting to the Dean of University Libraries, the Associate Dean for Distinctive Collections (ADDC) serves on the Libraries Cabinet, bringing their vision and expertise to the systemwide leadership of the Libraries. The ADDC has direct responsibility for administration of the Distinctive Collections (DC) portfolio, consisting of the Special Collections department and the International Studies unit. The ADDC will provide leadership for DC curators, librarians, and staff, and ensure that DC personnel have both the skills and tools necessary to develop and support 21st-century activities and services for Distinctive Collections. 

Applications received by 8:59 p.m. PDT/11:59 p.m. EDT on Monday, August 28, 2023, will receive priority review. Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a rolling biweekly basis at the discretion of the unit. 

Salary: The base salary range for this position will be $10,000-$11,500 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. An Administrative Stipend will be established at the time of appointment. Other compensation associated with this position may include a relocation incentive payment and a moving allowance. 

For more details and to apply, please see the full posting available here.