Head Librarian, School of Social Work Library

The Boston College Libraries seek an innovative and collaborative Head Librarian for the Social Work Library.  Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Instruction, Access and User Engagement, the Head Librarian is responsible for the overall planning, development, implementation and management of library services and collections at one of the top schools of social work in the nation.  The Head Librarian must be a hands-on leader, enthusiastically participating in the day to day work while also inspiring staff and users to seek creative library solutions that address the changing demands of the Graduate School of Social Work.  The Head Librarian must anticipate needs as yet unknown and take risks in order to reinvent the service model, as necessary.

• Manages overall SWL operations and facilities and represents SWL in meetings and events
• Oversees and participates in provision of instruction, reference and circulation services
• Develops collection including acquisition, weeding, and budget allocation
• Trains, manages, and supervises support and professional staff
• Plans, prepares and implements outreach and marketing efforts both in print and online
• Assesses library services and collections
• Serves on University Libraries and GSSW committees and task forces and other collaborative groups
• Monitors SWL facilities to effect timely maintenance and improvements to the facility

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Head Librarian for Access Services and Collections Maintenance

The Boston College Libraries seek an innovative and collaborative Head Librarian for Access Services and Collections Maintenance in the Thomas P. O’Neill Library.  Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Instruction, Access and User Engagement, the Head of Access Services and Collection Maintenance provides leadership, coordination, resource management, strategic planning and staff supervision for Access Services in the O’Neill Library. The Head cultivates a forward-looking, collaborative environment and sets high user-centered service standards. Working with other public service managers, the Head coordinates access services across all Boston College libraries. The Head is expected to collect and analyze use statistics, prepare reports, and make recommendations for access services and public spaces.  The Head Librarian must be able to anticipate needs and take risks in the development of a strong service model.

Essential responsibilities include:

• Directing the work of staff for interlibrary loan, circulation, course reserves, and stacks maintenance
• Participating in library-wide policy-making and in the development and evaluation of services
• Leading discussions about new service
• Providing leadership and coordinating access services and policies across all university libraries
• Developing systems and training programs related to circulation, course reserves and public service interfaces
• Shaping the strategic direction for the off-campus shelving, circulation and collaborative lending and borrowing for the O’Neill collections
• Representing Boston College in consortia activities
• Intervening when necessary to maintain a supportive approach when resolving user disputes and interpreting policies
• Promoting the security of collections and the safety of staff and users

Required: Master’s degree in Library Science required. Minimum 7 years of post MLS experience with 3+ years of managerial experience preferred.

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