Dean of University Libraries - Florida - USA

UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA

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Dean of University Libraries

The University of West Florida is located in Pensacola, the crown jewel of Florida's beautiful Emerald Coast, known worldwide for its pristine white-sand beaches. The area is famous for its pleasant climate and location on the Gulf of Mexico and enjoys a comparatively low cost of living. The campus is situated on a 1,600 acre nature preserve where 10,500 stu dents enjoy the benefits of small classes and personal attention from their professors.

The University of West Florida invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of Libraries. The University seeks a dynamic, innovative Dean of Libraries with a strong commitment to scholarship, learning, and service and demonstrated understanding of the role of current and emerging technologies in an academic library environment. The Dean of Libraries is responsible for formulating a clear vision for the library and for providing vital leadership for the University's library programs. Reporting to the Provost, the Dean of Libraries is a key member of the University's Academic Leadership Team responsible for providing strategic direction and for promoting the libraries' role as a valued campus partner in the teaching, learning and research mission of the University.

The Dean should have a clear vision and extraordinary leadership skills that will enable the libraries to work in tandem with collegiate units and the University's cen- tral administration to define and promote the role of the libraries as a core component of the University's academic mission.

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https://jobs.uwf.edu

Applicants should be prepared to attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, or resume, and names and contact information of five professional references to the online application.

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Any person requiring special accommodations to respond is requested to advise UWF by contacting the UWF ADA Office at 1-850-473-7469 (Voice) or 1-850-857-6114 (TTY).

For the complete announcement and position description, including qualifications and experience, please see our Web site: http://uwf.edu/academic/.

The review of applications will begin on June 15, 2009 and the position will remain open until filled. Starting date: January, 2010.

The University of West Florida Libraries includes the John C. Pace Library and the Curriculum Materials Library on the main campus in Pensacola and a branch library on the Fort Walton Beach Campus, which serves both the University and an area community college. For more information, see the Web site at http://library.uwf.edu/.