Jobs

Posted 3 June 2010

Executive Director
Alaska Library Network

Deadline: 'open until filled'

In 2007, the Alaska Library Network took its first steps in becoming a recognized non-profit tax exempt membership based organization.  The Board of Directors of the Alaska Library Network (ALN) is currently recruiting for a full time Executive Director.  http://alaskalibrarynetwork.org/

The ALN Board of Directors sets overall direction and establishes budgets and policies. The ALN Executive Director works closely with the Board and makes recommendations on plans, programs, and policies. The ALN Executive Director is responsible for managing the operations of the organization and implementing decisions of the Board.  The ALN Executive Director prioritizes activities, identifies problems and opportunities, and implements solutions. The ALN Executive Director works in a collaborative problem-solving mode consulting with the directors of the member libraries and with the State Library staff. The successful candidate must be highly motivated, have strong planning and organizational skills, sound fiscal management abilities and be an effective communicator.

As the hiring institution, the University of Alaska Anchorage applies for grant funding for the ALN Executive Director position. The ALN Executive Director will hold a term faculty appointment at UAA.  The supervisor of record is the Dean of UAA/APU Consortium Library. Currently there is no other staffing employed by ALN.

Salary: minimum $55,000 annually; health and life insurance, tuition waiver benefits; represented by bargaining unit.

Job Responsibilities:

•  Serve as the primary contact for current programs such as the OCLC GSA contract, ListenAlaska, Playaway lending collections, reciprocal borrowing, SLED and the Digital Pipeline (sled.alaska.edu).
• Meet regularly with the ALN Board of Directors. Consult and cooperate with the members of ALN, the Alaska State Library staff, and key agencies of the state government.

• Develop and manage new projects and programs on behalf of the network members.

• Investigate opportunities for cooperative projects with partner organizations such as schools, museums and others to address the diverse interests and needs of Alaskans.
• Develop and improve cost saving measures for libraries such as leveraging group licensing for digital collections.
• Develops relationships with vendors to provide discounts for members for equipment, supplies, and other materials.
• Evaluate network operations, services and programs in response to the needs of ALN members.

• Create a marketing plan and direct public relation activities on behalf of the network and its members.

• Create an advocacy campaign to demonstrate the effectiveness and accountability of Alaska’s libraries.
• Communicate with the network’s members on a regular basis.
• Seek out grant opportunities and as necessary prepare grant applications.
• Assist the Board in developing and updating the long-range plan for ALN and monitor its progress.

Requirements of the job:  Master’s degree from an accredited college in library or information science, media services, or closely related field.  Two years minimum of professional library experience at the manager level.  Working knowledge of current library technologies.  

Preferred Experience:
Experience working with library consortia and/or other collaborative projects. Experience working with a policy-making board. Background in financial management of non-profit organizations. Working knowledge of grant administration.

TO APPLY:

All applications must be submitted online at http://www.uakjobs.com

Posting Number: 0059918
Quicklink: <https://www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=70662

To apply for this term faculty position, upload a cover letter of application, resume or curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, email, telephone and fax numbers of at least three references. 

CLOSING DATE:

The screening committee will begin reviewing applications August 11, 2010.  Applications will be accepted until the recruitment is closed.   Candidates are encouraged to apply by the review date to receive full consideration.

APPLICANTS needing reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process should contact Human Resource Services prior to the closing date. UAA is an AA/EO Employer and Educational Institution committed to diversity. Applicants must be eligible for employment under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and subsequent amendments. Application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure.

  University of Alaska Anchorage
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