UNCG Dean of University Libraries

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is looking for its next Dean of University Libraries. Reporting directly to the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor, the Dean of University Libraries will be responsible for leading the mission to promote learning and student retention, inspire creativity, and enhance research and collaboration in a diverse and innovative environment. Guided by a strategic vision, the Dean promotes the libraries within the University and larger community. The Dean of University Libraries is the chief administrator for the Main Library and the Harold Schiffman Music Library. The University Libraries' catalog also includes the holdings of the Teaching Resources Center. This role is responsible for the successful administration of the libraries in accordance with all policies and procedures of UNCG and the UNC System Office. The Dean has seven direct reports, oversees an organizational unit of over 60 staff members, and is also a member of the Provost's Council. For more information, please download the full leadership profile here. Key job duties and responsibilities are as follows: - Facilitate the strategic planning of the University Libraries in alignment with UNCG priorities - Ensure the University Libraries are an innovative and supportive information and learning hub for the campus by providing quality information services, technology, resources, and learning environments - Create an environment that facilitates research and creative activity through innovative and traditional methods of information dissemination - Foster student success through accessible collections and technology and human resources to provide faculty and students with instructional technology, literacy, and overall support - Advocate for University Libraries faculty and staff and their constituencies - Support human resource best practices and promote a positive workplace climate - Enhance community connections - Partner with UNCG's Advancement team to continue fundraising initiatives that support the University Libraries, particularly the ongoing renovations - Assess and measure the libraries' effectiveness in their contributions to student success and faculty research/creative activity - Participate as a member of the Owner, Architect, and Contractor (OAC) meetings and communicate, facilitate opportunities for feedback, and engage regularly with faculty and staff throughout the Main Library renovation process - Mentor, support, and evaluate University Libraries staff and faculty to their highest potential, fostering an institutional understanding with a commitment to community engagement and student success Minimum Education, Experience, and Qualifications - The successful candidate must hold an ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS degree, or equivalent, and have at least ten years of progressively responsible administrative leadership experience - Record of librarianship, scholarship, and service consistent with the requirements for tenure at the UNCG University Libraries - Demonstrated leadership experience that includes development of staffing and current trends for academic libraries - Experience with strategic planning with an understanding of best practices and innovations in libraries - Experience with managing complex budgets - Experience with personnel management, supervision, and support - Excellent written and oral communication skills - Strong listening skills, a commitment to shared governance, and an entrepreneurial spirit Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications - Additional advanced degree(s) - At least three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in an academic library - Experience with academic library budgets - Demonstrated success in fundraising - Demonstrated commitment to collaborative and transparent decision-making - Demonstrated commitment to manage competing priorities and interests - Understanding of current and emerging innovations in academic libraries Special Instructions Applications received by January 10, 2027, will be given priority consideration, although confidential review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled. Candidate materials will be maintained in confidence throughout the search process. Finalists invited to participate in campus interviews may be asked to waive confidentiality to facilitate engagement with the broader University community. References will not be contacted without the candidate's prior knowledge and consent. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package in accordance with UNC System policies and procedures. Contact Information UNC Greensboro has retained the UNC System Office Executive Search team to support this recruitment. Confidential inquiries and nominations may be directed to the Executive Search team at executivesearch@northcarolina.edu.