Director of Library Services

Nelson University is seeking a dedicated and mission-driven Director of Library Services to provide leadership for the University’s learning resources and library operations. This position offers the opportunity to strengthen academic excellence by supporting student success, faculty scholarship, and the spiritual and intellectual life of the campus community.

​The Director will provide strategic oversight of library services, resources, and personnel across all locations. This leader will guide the development of collections, services, and technologies that support traditional, graduate, and online learning environments.

Nelson University exists to equip students spiritually, academically, professionally, and cross-culturally for their God-given careers and callings.

Position Overview
The Director of Library Services is responsible for the leadership and management of library resources, services, personnel, and operations across all university locations. This role oversees public services, reference, circulation, acquisitions, and library instruction while fostering a Christ-centered learning environment and leadership to staff and students.

·         Provide leadership, supervision, training, and evaluation for all library personnel and locations.

·         Manage daily operations, library budget, and the selection and acquisition of print, digital, and media resources to support academic programs and accreditation standards.

·         Participate in Institutional Effectiveness, including assessment, annual reporting, and data collection for institutional research and accrediting agencies.

·         Develop, implement, and maintain library policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives.

·         Provide library instruction for orientation and academic courses as requested and promote information literacy.

·         Communicate new resources, services, and initiatives to the university community.

·         Maintain appropriate conduct, safety, and service standards within library facilities.

 

Leadership Expectations
The Director will promote:

·         Privacy in handling student, faculty, and institutional information.

·         Courtesy through respectful, Christ-centered service.

·         Consistency in policies, procedures, and service delivery.

·         Efficiency in the stewardship of resources and daily operations.

 

·         Faith, service and lifestyle that meets University expectations (See IPM sections: “Statement of Core Values,” “Doctrinal Statement,” “Christian Standards,” “Lifestyle Standard.”)

·         Master’s degree required (Library Science preferred).

·         Knowledge of information technology and library services.

·         Demonstrated leadership, planning, and supervisory ability.

·         Commitment to the University’s Christian mission and ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.

Reporting Relationship
Reports to the Dean of Academic Services. 

 

Application Process:   Complete the fields to the right of this screen under “Apply here”.  These fields contain intake information.  After clicking submit application, you will be taken to the Nelson Employment Application where you will be asked to list references and previous employment positions.  Incomplete applications will not be considered. Questions regarding this position may be directed to the Human Resources Office at humanresources@nelson.edu.   Your resume may be included when submitting the application to the Human Resources Office. 

 

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This position is exempt from overtime in compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. Join us in shaping the future of Nelson University and empowering students to fulfill their potential!