Dean, R. Barbara Gitenstein Library

The Company is in search of a Dean for its Library, a pivotal role that involves leading and advocating for the institution's library services within the academic enterprise. The successful candidate will be a steward of the library's existing foundation, which is deeply integrated into the student and faculty experience, and will work to enhance the library's role as a partner in the educational mission. This includes fostering relationships with faculty, ensuring the library is a key resource for teaching and research, and helping the institution navigate the impact of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, on information access and scholarly communication. The ideal Dean will have a strong background in library and information science, with a focus on the evolving landscape of information and its implications for education. Responsibilities will also include strategic planning, budget management, and overseeing the library's operations to support the academic community effectively. The role is particularly suited to a candidate who can bring a visionary approach to the library's future, aligning its services and resources with the institution's values of undergraduate learning, faculty-student engagement, and the teacher-scholar tradition. A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the library and academic settings is essential.