Associate Dean, Library

Associate Dean, Library

Improving people’s lives through learning since 1949, Elgin Community College is a comprehensive, fully accredited community college offering career and technical education, university transfer programs, corporate and continuing education, and academic development. ECC is located in Elgin, IL, one of the most rapidly growing cities in Illinois.

Function: This position is responsible for planning, direction, organization, and administration of all operations of ECC library: strategically manage traditional and digital library services and information technologies to enhance learning and information access. The scope of the activities includes supervision of librarians and library support staff, library service scheduling, supervision of evaluation and selection of library collections and equipment, implementing and assessing the library functions and integrations into the academic and student success priority of the campus, and promoting continuous improvement of library operations.

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school. Minimum 5 years of increasing responsibility in creative administrative leadership of library operations and services. A strong commitment to the educational role of the library. Knowledge of and experience with assessment of library services and instruction. Clear understanding of information technology and information literacy and their changing roles in higher education. Demonstrated experience with library resources: collection (print and non-print) and technology. Demonstrated experience with library budget development and management. Demonstrated understanding of the major issues facing higher education in general and community colleges and academic libraries in particular. Evidence of public presentation and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with college faculty and administrators. An appreciation of a multicultural work environment.

To receive full consideration, send a complete application packet which should include an ECC employment application, resume, and college transcripts (copies are acceptable with initial application, originals are required upon employment) to:

Additional information can be obtained by visiting our web site at: http://www.elgin.edu.

Elgin Community CollegeHuman Resources Dept.1700 Spartan DriveElgin, IL 60123Fax: 847-214-7403 Email: employment@elgin.edu
Elgin Community College is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.