DescriptionThe University of Texas School of Law seeks an experienced and innovative law librarian to serve as director of the Tarlton Law Library. We are looking for a leader to provide strategic vision, fiscal stewardship, operational management, and outstanding service to faculty and students in the Law School.
The Director is responsible for library policy, leadership, strategic planning, and selection of research resources. The Director oversees all aspects of planning and administration of the Law Library, including: budgeting; hiring, management and development of library staff; collection management; library services; and space planning. The Director ensures that the Law Library's collection and resources meet the teaching and research needs of the law-school community. The Director is responsible for managing all library services, including research and reference services, technical services, access services, collection development, student-technology services, and the library's instructional program. Within the Law Library, the Director leads a highly skilled and collegial team of librarians and support staff. The Director reports directly to the Dean of the law school. Faculty status, up to and including a tenured appointment, will be determined by qualifications of the candidate.
Position Responsibilities:
- Setting the strategic vision and direction of the Law Library;
- Providing for the organization, administration and supervision of the Law Library in compliance with ABA and AALS library standards;
- Overseeing a staff of 31 full-time employees, the Law Library, and an extensive collection of print and digital materials, including special collections;
- Developing library services, collections, and technology enterprises consistent with evolving faculty, student, and administrative needs;
- Managing a robust instructional program, including advanced legal research courses, and student technology services;
- Supporting the Library's relations with the law school, the University, library consortia, professional organizations, and the public; and
- Providing leadership and working collaboratively to identify and cultivate relationships with donors and alumni of the Law School.
QualificationsA J.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited institution and an M.L.S. degree or its equivalent. At least five years of increasingly responsible management and leadership experience in a law library, preferably an academic law library. Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and build a team successfully within a complex and diverse law-school setting. Substantial administrative and management experience in law-library-collection management, budgeting, student and faculty services, staff development, and interlibrary collaboration. Excellent oral and written communication skills, compelling vision, and the ability to foster effective working relationships with faculty, students, staff, and donors. A proven track record of active engagement in scholarship, teaching, and professional service. An understanding of trends related to a rapidly evolving information environment. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Application Instructions Materials are required to be submitted by September 1, 2021
- Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
