Librarian, Director of Collections & Discovery Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number 2022160 Classification Title Position Title Librarian, Director of Collections & Discovery FTE 1.00 FLSA Salary $85,000 - $95,000 Job Summary/Basic Function

Exciting Opportunity at the Mary & John Gray Library!

The Mary & John Gray Library is currently undergoing a $90 million dollar renovation aimed at modernizing our facilities, improving accessibility, and expanding services. This transformation will enhance research and study opportunities for the Lamar University community.

About This Role:

The Librarian, Director of Collections and Discovery, reporting to the Dean of the Library, is responsible for managing and developing the unit which acquires access to information resources in support of student learning and faculty research. Technical services encompass traditional acquisitions and cataloging/metadata functions, as well as interlibrary loan and document delivery. The department is also responsible for maintaining data in the librarys library management system (LMS), which includes both catalog and acquisitions functions. The position involves implementing best practices in resource management while being encouraged to innovate and explore new approaches. You will have the opportunity to apply effective techniques and technologies to enhance our library services and drive forward our vision. This is a tenure track, 12-month faculty appointment. This position has the option of some flex work, significant on-site work as well.

https://www.lamar.edu/library/index.html

What Youll Do Position Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning and Development
  • Develop and implement plans for a 21st-century technical services department, an information brokerage, that takes a holistic approach to connecting users to information resources.
  • Develop and monitor key performance indicators to assess the operation of the unit.
• Management and Oversight
  • Manage the library materials budget in coordination with the Library Dean.
  • Oversee and manage departmental staff, ensuring effective operation and workflow.
• Reporting and Data Contribution
  • Prepare periodic reports and contribute data for university accreditation and other institutional needs.
• Professional Development and Scholarship
  • Maintain a record of scholarship, research, and professional service appropriate to appointment as a tenure-track faculty member.
• Administrative Duties
  • Contribute to the librarys administrative team and participate in relevant activities.
• Teaching and Faculty Responsibilities
  • May teach in the information literacy and library instruction programs as desired and/or needed.
• Other Duties Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies:

• Familiarity and facility in the use of Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge and experience in areas such as acquisitions, cataloging, or interlibrary loan.
• Ability to establish and maintain productive collaborative relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
• Effective oral and written communications skills.
• Record of achievement in maintaining and developing professional knowledge and skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to changing strategic vision and workflow management.
• Ability to interact effectively and work collaboratively with a variety of colleagues.
• Ability to create and publish scholarly works.

Physical Requirements:
Able to lift 25 pounds and be able to perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings.

Job Conditions:
Indoor office conditions

Extensive computers use

Who We Are:

Home to more than 17,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.

Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.

Benefits:

• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• State of Texas Retirement plans
• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.
• Paid time off vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit:Benefits Lamar University

Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience)

• Masters degree in library or information science from an American Library Association accredited institution.
• At least 1 year of experience working as in a supervisory type of role (acquisitions, cataloging, etc.) in an academic library technical services unit. Will consider relatable experience.
• Some supervisory experience of student employees, staff or faculty. Will consider relatable experience.

Preferred Qualifications (Education & Experience)

• An additional graduate degree.
• Record of scholarship and service appropriate to a faculty role or the ability to create and engage in research and service.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience

Certification Required Key Competencies Physical Requirements Work Hours Job Conditions EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Security Sensitive Statement

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Lamar Expectation of Quality

Employee will support the mission of Lamar by providing high quality, professional services, timely responses and solutions to customer requests.

Essential Functions

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 04/07/2025 Close Date 07/07/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.lamar.edu/postings/14940 Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. *Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in accordance with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, applicants must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE.
   • Yes
   • No
2. *Do you have a Masters degree in library or information science from an American Library Association accredited institution?
   • Yes
   • No
3. *Do you have at least 1 year of experience working as in a supervisory type of role (acquisitions, cataloging, etc.) in an academic library technical services unit. Will consider relatable experience?
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
3. Cover Letter
4. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Transcript 1
2. Unofficial Transcript 2
3. Miscellaneous