Library/ Information Commons Director at Jackson College in Jackson, Michigan

Job Description:

Description

JOB SUMMARY:The Library/Information Commons Director leads and manages the Jackson College Library, making sure it provides valuable resources and services for students, faculty, and staff. This includes supervising the library's staff, developing and administering the budget, and overseeing the library's resources. The Library/Information Commons Director works closely with other departments, especially academic divisions, to support teaching, learning, and student success. The position reports to the College's Chief Academic Officer.Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:· Provide leadership for the library to meet the needs of all students, college employees, guests, including those at different campuses, correctional facilities, and online.· Manage all library operations, such as the budget, library spaces, and supervision of library staff and adjunct librarians.· Partner with faculty to include library resources and information literacy into courses.· Ensure the library offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for all users, with special attention to diverse and underserved groups.· Supervise, mentor, and provide professional development for library staff.· Work with the Information Technology (IT) Department, as needed, to manage the library's digital resources, such as e-books, databases, and technology lending services.· Support distance learners and students in correctional education programs by providing them with equal access to library services.· Collaborate with the Jackson District Library and external partners to develop shared programs and services, as well as book exchanges.· Oversee the purchase of books and digital resources, making sure they align with the library's budget and the needs of students and faculty.· Collect and analyze library usage data to make improvements and ensure continuous growth.· Stay current with trends in academic libraries, such as digital tools, open educational resources (OER), and student-centered services.· Ensure that the library's holdings represent various identities of students, staff, and guests.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:Directly supervises the library staff. Responsibilities include hiring, training, evaluating, and managing employees according to college policies and guidelines. Ensure that all employees follow stated College policies.

CONTACTS AND PURPOSE OF CONTACTS:Internal:Frequent contact with faculty, IT staff, Corrections Education staff, and other departments. Active participant in college councils and committees.

External:Regular contact with Jackson District Library, corrections education partners, and community organizations to collaborate on services and programs.Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the following requirements:

Education and/or Experience:

Required:· Master's Degree in Library Science or Information Science, from an ALA-accredited institution is preferred.· Experience in managing library operations, including budgeting and supervising staff.· Must include the ability to obtain a Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN) clearance and maintain it annually at all Michigan correctional facilities and be able to enter all facilities as necessary.

Preferred:· Experience in a community college or higher education library.· Experience with educational resource development, information literacy, and respectful practices recognizing all identities.· Experience with correctional education programs is a plus.

Skills and Abilities:· Strong knowledge of library systems, digital tools, and educational technology. Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with diverse groups. Ability to manage budgets, plan strategically, and oversee library resources effectively. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills based on data analysis.

Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those required for the position. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee often sits and occasionally stands, walks, or uses their hands. The employee may occasionally need to lift and move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are typical for this role. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, but it may vary.

"This job description is intended to describe the general duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not meant to cover every specific task or responsibility."

"This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required and shall not be construed as declaring the specific duties and responsibilities. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his or her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty."Supplemental Information

Jackson College only accepts on-line applications though this system. For assistance with this, please call 517-796-8468.

Please use your legal first and last names on your application. If you are hired you will have the opportunity to identify and utilize your preferred name.

The Jackson College Nepotism policy prohibits hiring of a relative or someone with a familial relationship to work in the same instructional department, office or administrative unit of the College including spouse, child, stepchild, parent, stepparent or sibling of the employee or spouse, aunt, uncle, niece/nephew, grandparent, grandchild, and members of the same household including domestic partner.

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess (even if you are repeating it from your resume or cover letter). For instance, do not say, "See Resume or C/V." Your resume, cover letter that includes your salary requirements and an unofficial transcript for the degree required must be attached to your application. Applications will be rejected if incomplete. When you apply for the position, you will get to the document upload area where you will be given an opportunity to attach your documents such as your resume/vita, transcripts, etc. Instructions will also be found there.

The College reserves the right to request proof of degree or certification at a later date, if these documents are required as part of the qualifications for the position.

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background as part of the employment process.

If selected you will be required to complete the US Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Eligibility Verification form I-9 and provide documentation verifying identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Jackson College is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need.

A copy of Jackson College's Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report is available on the JC Campus Safety & Security website. The security report contains crime statistics for the previous three years for all of our campus locations and the annual fire safety report, which contains statistics for any reported fires in campus housing units and fire safety systems in these buildings. Additionally, the report contains policies, available resources and information concerning personal safety, fire safety and reporting procedures for both crimes and fires.

Applicants have rights under Federal employment laws. Jackson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.

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