136 · Representative Documents: 2012 Position Descriptions
Duke University
Associate University Librarian for Collections and User Services
It is the expectation that all Duke University Libraries staff members will demonstrate
exceptional workplace behaviors in the execution of their specific position
responsibilities. These behaviors are customer focus, collaboration, creative problem
solving, continuous learning and a commitment to diversity. In addition, managers and
supervisors are expected to help develop a common vision by providing clear direction
and priorities, clarifying roles and responsibilities, and promoting mutual understanding
through effective communication. They are also expected to take the time to effectively
plan and evaluate performance, provide feedback, recognition and coaching, and develop
employees to achieve their personal and organizational goals.
Education:
Required: Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program or an equivalent
combination of relevant education, experience, and training.
Preferred: Advanced degree in an academic discipline.
Experience:
Required: At least ten years of progressively responsible experience related to
collections and user services in an academic research environment and a minimum of
five years of successful management and supervisory experience demonstrated
management and supervisory skills broad knowledge of the library's role in instruction
and research strong leadership, interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
demonstrated ability to analyze work processes and introduce appropriate technological
solutions for greater efficiency of operations ability to establish effective working
relationships campus-wide in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment proven
experience working closely and frequently with faculty a record of significant
professional activity awareness of national and international issues and trends in
collection development, public services, special collections, and preservation and ability
to work independently and collaboratively in a rapidly changing environment.
Preferred: Prior experience working in an academic research library. Reading
knowledge of one or more languages beyond English knowledge of current uses of
technology in library operations successful record with fundraising efforts significant
participation in professional associations and/or relevant publications demonstrating
leadership in library, university, national and international programs and initiatives
experience working in a consortial environment successful record of developing and
initiating new programs.
Working Conditions
• Must be able to work in an environment in which exposure to materials
containing dust and mold is possible
Duke University
Associate University Librarian for Collections and User Services
It is the expectation that all Duke University Libraries staff members will demonstrate
exceptional workplace behaviors in the execution of their specific position
responsibilities. These behaviors are customer focus, collaboration, creative problem
solving, continuous learning and a commitment to diversity. In addition, managers and
supervisors are expected to help develop a common vision by providing clear direction
and priorities, clarifying roles and responsibilities, and promoting mutual understanding
through effective communication. They are also expected to take the time to effectively
plan and evaluate performance, provide feedback, recognition and coaching, and develop
employees to achieve their personal and organizational goals.
Education:
Required: Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program or an equivalent
combination of relevant education, experience, and training.
Preferred: Advanced degree in an academic discipline.
Experience:
Required: At least ten years of progressively responsible experience related to
collections and user services in an academic research environment and a minimum of
five years of successful management and supervisory experience demonstrated
management and supervisory skills broad knowledge of the library's role in instruction
and research strong leadership, interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
demonstrated ability to analyze work processes and introduce appropriate technological
solutions for greater efficiency of operations ability to establish effective working
relationships campus-wide in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment proven
experience working closely and frequently with faculty a record of significant
professional activity awareness of national and international issues and trends in
collection development, public services, special collections, and preservation and ability
to work independently and collaboratively in a rapidly changing environment.
Preferred: Prior experience working in an academic research library. Reading
knowledge of one or more languages beyond English knowledge of current uses of
technology in library operations successful record with fundraising efforts significant
participation in professional associations and/or relevant publications demonstrating
leadership in library, university, national and international programs and initiatives
experience working in a consortial environment successful record of developing and
initiating new programs.
Working Conditions
• Must be able to work in an environment in which exposure to materials
containing dust and mold is possible
