Librarian and Associate Dean for Resources & Discovery

The Opportunity

The University of Central Florida (UCF) Libraries seeks a dynamic leader to elevate our collections and enhance resource discovery. The Associate Dean for the Resources & Discovery (RD) division will oversee Acquisitions & Collection Services, Document Delivery & Resource Sharing, Metadata Creation & Management, and Special Collections & University Archives (SCUA). This role drives initiatives that support faculty and student success, advance knowledge creation, and broaden engagement with our diverse collections. Join us in fostering innovation and excellence at UCF Libraries. This position reports to the Dean of UCF Libraries.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Champion innovative approaches to enhance acquisitions, collections, resource sharing, and metadata services.

• Align division initiatives with the university’s mission and the Libraries’ Strategic Directions.

• Collaborate with library leadership to drive impactful outcomes.

• Ensure accountability and management of operational and financial resources, including the materials budget.

• Forge strategic partnerships and drive collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

The UCF Libraries enhance student success and faculty excellence through a dynamic network of libraries and information professionals. Serving the diverse UCF community across multiple campuses, including the flagship John C. Hitt Library, we provide seamless support services, essential resources, and cutting-edge technology to optimize research and visibility. Our mission is to empower and collaborate with our community to promote academic success, research, creativity, and lifelong learning.  
 

Our forward-thinking organizational structure is designed to maximize impact:

• Academic Engagement: Partnering with students, faculty, and the community.

• Administrative Services: Offering comprehensive financial, physical, and talent support.

• Digital Strategies, Impact, & Visibility: Leveraging technology and elevating the research enterprise.

• Resources & Discovery: Curating and optimizing access to vital content.

At the UCF Libraries, you will be part of a team dedicated to innovation, curiosity, and enhancing academic leadership and student achievement. Ready to make your mark in our modern and innovative environment? Discover more at http://library.ucf.edu.
 
“Boundless Learning: Redefining the Library Experience,” containing our updated Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategic Directions, will guide our evolving culture and assets to support students and faculty over the next three years. Read more at https://library.ucf.edu/strategic-directions/. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in library and/or information science at the time of hire from an accredited institution; or an advanced degree at the time of hire in a related field combined with academic library experience.

• Successful experience leading a team.

• Scholarship and professional service commensurate with holding the rank of University Librarian.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Landmark accomplishments related to acquisitions, collections, resource sharing, metadata services, or discovery.

• Ability to inspire and lead teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive and exceed strategic objectives.

• Adept at implementing or managing a Library Services Platform.

• Aptitude for developing and implementing forward-thinking plans that align with library objectives.

• Expertise in communicating budget management issues in terms of quantitative and qualitative impact.

Additional Application Materials Required:

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/. In addition to the online application, candidates should upload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials. 

NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Mike Bennett, Jack Farrell & Associates, at mike@jackfarrell.com.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

UCF Libraries has exclusively retained executive search firm Jack Farrell & Associates (www.jackfarrell.com) to find the winning candidate for this important position. Interested parties should email a CV and a 2-page cover letter to Mike Bennett (mike@jackfarrell.com).  The cover letter should address: 1) why am I interested?, 2) how am I qualified?, and 3) what might the Resources & Discovery unit look like in several years under my stewardship?

Job Close Date:

Open until filled

Note to applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as ‘Open until filled’ may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program. 

• Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.

• Retirement savings options. 

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions. 

• Education assistance.

• Flexible work environment. 

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.   

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.”  

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email oie@ucf.edu.