Post date: June 7,  2024

The University of Arkansas Libraries invite nominations and applications for the position of Director of Resource Sharing and Interlibrary Loan. The Libraries seek candidates dedicated to active leadership with demonstrated experience with management and policy creation. The director supports a department of staff and student employees, defining departmental goals for this key library service, informed by patron needs, changes in software, technologies, and trends in the field.  The director is responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the department. This unit collaborates with other libraries to obtain access to library resources requested by University of Arkansas students, faculty, and staff that are not owned by our University Libraries. The unit reciprocates by providing similar services to other libraries. The unit also delivers scans of University Libraries’ articles and chapters requested by our students, faculty, and staff. In addition to providing coordination of the unit’s services and operations, the person in this position oversees processing of incoming borrowing and lending requests. 

The Libraries seek candidates who are receptive to and foster new ideas and who have demonstrated collaboration and open communication skills. Additional key attributes are the ability to establish and promote successful partnerships with other university departments, provide excellent services, and to adapt or develop programs and services that support positive change within the institution.

Along with performance, the responsibilities of this position include research and creative work, and service in keeping with the faculty requirements of the University of Arkansas. This position reports to the Senior Associate Dean for Research and Learning.  

Relocation allowance available. Benefits include TIAA or Fidelity Investments, 22 days of annual leave, tuition reduction, and health insurance.

Salary:  Minimum salary: $70,000, commensurate with education and experience

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