Director of Library Services

LOCATION: Wayland Baptist University (WBU) – Plainview Campus

POSITION: Director of Library Services

LOCATION: Wayland Baptist University (WBU)

DEPARTMENT: Mabee Learning Resources Center

SUPERVISED BY: Vice President of Academic Affairs

POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Exempt (Executive and Instructor)

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: Reference and Distance Services Librarian, Reference and Collection Development Librarian, Digital Scholarship Librarian/Archivist, Access Services/Periodicals Assistant, Technical Processing Assistant.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Director of Library Services provides leadership and direction to all personnel and services within the LRC to ensure the library fulfills its mission and the purposes of the University. Position also serves as chair of the Learning Resources Committee, serves on other university committees as assigned, and shares weekend/evening hours with other library staff.

SPECIFIC TASKS AND DUTIES:

The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees in this job. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A commitment to and an agreement with the purposes and philosophy of Christian higher education as promoted by the Baptist General Convention of Texas/Texas Baptists in general and Wayland Baptist University in particular.

Education:

Experience and Knowledge:

Skills and Abilities:

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Additional Requirements:

Conditions of Employment:

Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance. If hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three (3) days of hire date to establish identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Employee must be able and willing to travel and provide recruitment assistance to external campuses. Must be able to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state driver’s license. Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record.

The University:

Wayland Baptist University is a liberal arts university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas/Texas Baptists. The Wayland Baptist University System is comprised of the Plainview campus, which is predominately a residential campus, ten external campuses, and WBUonline, and offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in a broad range of academic areas.

Wayland Baptist University does not unlawfully discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic.