Rocky Vista University Hiring for Assistant Director of Library Services at Montana, United States Full Time

Rocky Vista University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer that does not discriminate against an employee or
applicant based upon race, color, religion, gender, national
origin, disability, or veteran status. Rocky Vista University is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location: US-MT-Billings
Category: Library
Type: Full-Time

Location, Job Title, Benefits

Rocky Vista University in Billings, MT has an opening for
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Assistant Director of Library Services (Full-Time)

To be considered for this position applicants should submit a
resume/cover letter and salary requirements.

SALARY:

$69,200 – $89,900+ per year, the posted salary range represents the
minimum to the midpoint within RVU’s compensation plan. RVU’s full
compensation structure provides a minimum to a maximum range. The
salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based
on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill,
knowledge, experience, education, and credentials.

BENEFITS:

RVU offers a full benefits package that includes Health, Dental and
Vision insurance, along with 2 weeks accrued paid vacation days per
year, 12 accrued sick days per year, personal days, 13 ½ paid
holidays and 401(K) match up to 7% based on employee’s
contribution. A hybrid work model with remote flexibility is
also available for eligible positions.

RVU is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to
be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran
status.

Primary Purpose

The Assistant Director of Library Services will further the mission
and vision of Rocky Vista University by leading and overseeing the
library on the Montana Campus. The Assistant Director will also,
along with the library Executive Team, be responsible for the
technical services aspect of the Frank Ritchel Ames Memorial
Library. The Assistant Director will have primary responsibility
for technical services spanning all branches of the Library. These
responsibilities will be accomplished in conjunction with the
Director of Library Services and in collaboration with library
faculty and staff colleagues at both locations. As a faculty member
with an appointment in the Department of Medical Humanities, this
individual will also share responsibility for some departmental
teaching and instruction on the Montana campus.

Essential Job Functions

Library Leadership Component (60%):

• Advocate for library services and resources that support
  teaching, learning, and research in the disciplines relevant to the
  degree programs offered by the University.
• Develop strategic plans to meet the current and future needs of
  library users, including on-campus and off-campus students,
  faculty, staff, administration, and alumni.
• Manage some daily aspects of the Montana-based Library
  Coordinator. Assist in hiring, supervising, and evaluating
  additional library staff, in alignment with University policy.
  Perform administrative duties associated with supervision, such as
  scheduling, processing payroll, handling time off requests,
  etc.
• Serve as a contact for students, faculty, staff, and
  administration on the creation, interpretation, and implementation
  of decisions relating to Library Services.
• Partner with other RVU faculty in support of scholarly
  activities and research efforts.
• Prepare and administer the operating budget in areas related to
  the provision of library services at the Montana campus, in
  conjunction with the Director of Library Services.
• Maintain a personal and professional development plan and
  portfolio, including documentation of teaching, professional
  development activities and plans, service provided to college and
  communities, scholarly activity and research to assure personal
  growth and continued competency within specialty fields.

Faculty Component (40%):

• Participate, as a faculty member in the Department of Medical
  Humanities, in the teaching and instruction of initiatives
  spearheaded by the Department of Medical Humanities.
• Provide library instruction to faculty and students.
• Participate in curriculum development, assessment, and
  modification as a part of the University’s ongoing quality
  improvement and assessment program.
• Be available for student advising, tutoring, remediation, and
  mentorship when needed.
• Demonstrated successful scholarly activity.
• Participate in institutional service in the form of standing
  and ad hoc committees, task forces, admissions interviews, and
  other opportunities as appointed or requested.

Marginal Job Functions

• Assist administration in special projects as necessary.
• Participate in community and professional outreach activities
  on behalf of the University.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership in an academic setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in large and small groups of
  teaching.
• High degree of knowledge in information technology, including
  understanding and vision of emerging trends.
• Excellent communicative, analytical, and problem-solving
  skills.
• Strong customer service skills, including ability to
  communicate with both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Advanced level of computer skills, specifically with Microsoft
  Office products.
• Ability to multi-task effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to work effectively, cohesively, and professionally in
  a team-based environment.
• Demonstrated time management skills and ability to meet
  deadlines.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing equity, diversity and
  contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Terminal master’s degree in librarianship from an
  ALA-accredited program.
• Experience in an academic and/or medical library setting.
• Supervisory experience.
• Instructional experience in a post-secondary academic
  setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with automated library systems, usage tools, and
  standards.
• Experience in an accredited university, health profession
  college, or medical school.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in an academic and/or
  medical library setting, including at least two (2) years of
  supervisory experience.
• Instructional experience in a post-secondary academic setting
  sufficient to initial rank of Assistant Professor or higher.

Final applicant will be required to pass background check and
drug screening.

Qualified applicants will be contacted. There may be an additional
video interview for you to complete. Please watch your email
including spam and promotions folder.

Rocky Vista University is in full compliance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard
to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make
reasonable accommodation when necessary. The following are
essential abilities and physical requirements for all positions at
the University.

• Ability to orally communicate effectively with others;
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the
  English language;
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory
  staff at all levels;
• May be exposed to short, intermittent, and /or prolonged
  periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job
  duties;
• May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of
  equipment/supplies to include, but not limited to, pens, pencils,
  calculators, computer keyboards, telephone, etc.;
• May be required to transport oneself to other campus offices,
  conference rooms, and on occasion, to off-campus sites to attend
  meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars, etc.

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