University Librarian and Dean, University Library

University Librarian and Dean, University Library

University of Saskatchewan

105 Administration Place, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7N 5A2, Canada

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is a world-class, research-intensive university that aims to set the standard for learning, research, scholarly and artistic works, and community engagement. The University is seeking an innovative, inclusive and strategic leader as its University Librarian and Dean, a person with the ambition to advance the University Library’s critical role supporting USask’s unwavering commitment to excellence in research, scholarly and artistic works.

Reporting to the Provost and Vice-President Academic, and as one of the senior leaders in the university, the University Librarian and Dean plays a central role in setting strategy and overall direction; advises the President, the Provost, and other Vice Presidents; works collaboratively with and supports other leaders to achieve university goals; uses influence to align the University Library with university priorities; and models institutional values and competencies.

Major responsibilities include: leading the University Library planning processes (strategic, people, fundraising); developing principles and initiatives for Indigenization; managing and providing oversight for the University Library budget to align with university priorities and the University Library mandate; identifying and promoting high standards in research scholarly and artistic works, learning and teaching, outreach and community engagement; monitoring and improving performance to ensure outcomes; promoting positive relationships internally and externally; and identifying and pursuing opportunities to garner financial and other forms of support to enhance the long-term growth and success of research, scholarly and artistic works, and learning and teaching through growth and diversification of revenue sources for the University Library and University.

With six locations across campus, the University Library is essential to students and researchers' success. The University Library operates in an environment where its services and resources are multi-faceted, technologically rich, and continuously changing. The successful candidate will lead a team of approximately 115 faculty and staff members to meet and exceed the needs of a university that is a member of the U15 group of major research-intensive universities in Canada, one that welcomes more than 26,000 students from over 130 countries.

Experience and Education

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to academic librarianship, will possess excellent interpersonal skills, and will be a visionary who is able to lead the University Library in all its activities. The primary language of work is English.

• ALA-accredited Master of Library and Information Science degree or international equivalent is required; doctoral degree is preferred but not required;
• Eligibility for appointment at the rank of Librarian is required;
• Proven record on the senior administration and leadership team within a multidisciplinary academic research library system is required; experience in a similar sized academic institution and/or multi-branch system is preferred;
• Proven financial management skills with experience administering budgets and leading large teams is required;
• Demonstrated champion, interest and capacity for conducting research, with an existing research portfolio, is an asset.

Compensation

The role is at a senior administrative level, with a range in Canadian dollars from $216,000 to $253,000, including a stipend. A comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, life insurance, pension/retirement income planning is included. Relocation support will be provided, if required.

The University believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation, and creativity. USask is dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich their work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.