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Assistant Rutgers University Library Jobs in Ohio

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What is the difference between Assistant Rutgers University Library vs Library Technician?

AspectAssistant Rutgers University LibraryLibrary Technician
Required CredentialsAssociate's degree or relevant experienceAssociate's degree in library technology or related field
Work EnvironmentAcademic library setting, supporting university students and staffPublic or academic libraries, assisting with cataloging and patron services
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, academic institutionsPublic, academic, or special libraries
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level library support rolesSimilar roles with a focus on technical tasks

The Assistant Rutgers University Library and Library Technician roles share similarities in credentials and work environments, often overlapping in academic and library settings. However, the Assistant role is typically more focused on supporting library operations within a university, while Library Technicians may work across various library types with a focus on technical and cataloging tasks.

Director of Library Engagement and Operations

Director of Library Engagement and Operations

Wright State University

Dayton, OH โ€ข On-site

$60K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Wright State University rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

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Job description

Position Information
Position Information (Default Section)
EEO Statement
Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.
Faculty Rank or Job Title
Director of Library Engagement and Operations
Job Category:
Administrative (exempt/non-exempt)
Department
Library Administration
EEO number:
26P235
Position FTE
100%
Minimum Annual Salary
$60,000
Salary Band:
UC S05
Job Summary/Basic Function:
The Director of Library Engagement and Operations provides leadership and oversight for key operational, engagement, assessment, and development functions of the University Library. Reporting to the University Librarian, this position supports the strategic direction of the Library, represents the University Librarian as designated, and oversees initiatives that enhance student success, community engagement, donor relations, marketing, assessment, and grant development. The Director plays a central role in advancing the Library's mission and institutional impact.
Minimum Qualifications
โ€ข Bachelor's degree, with 5 years of related professional experience
โ€ข Demonstrated experience in higher education, libraries, or a related professional environment
โ€ข Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
โ€ข Experience coordinating projects across departments or functional areas.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Library and Information Science
Essential Functions and percent of time:
30% Leadership & Operations
  • Provide administrative, operational, and strategic support to the University Librarian in

support of library initiatives and priorities.
  • Serve as the University Librarian's representative at meetings and manage day-to-day library operations in the University Librarian's absence.
  • Serves as a member of the library administrative council.
  • Collaborate with the University Librarian on planning, implementing, and evaluating unit priorities, including analysis and improvement of library services.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of operational procedures.

20% Assessment & Student Success
  • Lead and participate in assessment activities in collaboration with library staff and university departments.
  • Evaluate, document, and communicate the Library's contribution to student success and institutional outcomes.
  • Serve on the Library Student Advisory Committee.

20% Development & Donor Programs
  • Manage and oversee the Friends of the Library organization.
  • Coordinate Friends of the Libraries events, e.g., annual luncheon, student academic awards (Top Scholars), student employee awards.
  • Coordinate the Legacy Book Program and related donor engagement activities.
  • Administer and coordinate library book support funds.

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):
20% Engagement, Outreach & Marketing
  • Chair the Library Marketing Team and lead the development and implementation of marketing strategies.
  • Serve as liaison between the Library and the University Communications and Marketing Department to ensure consistent and aligned messaging.
  • Take the lead in identifying, cultivating, and developing outreach and engagement activities, making direct connections with students, faculty, and staff, and the community at large to promote and support collaborations and activities that will enhance success at all levels.
  • Identify potential alliances and create, implement, and assess programming, activities, and
  • projects designed to facilitate engagement beyond our campus borders that will promote new knowledge creation.
  • Working collaboratively, develop, implement, and assess programming, activities, instruction, and projects designed to improve and enhance student success through engagement with librarians and library resources.

10% Grants & Research Support
  • Identify and research funding opportunities relevant to library initiatives
  • Prepare, write, and coordinate grant proposals
  • Assist library departments with grant development and application submission

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:
Working Conditions
Standard Monday-Friday workweek with occasional evening and weekend events
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Posting Date
04/28/2026
First Consideration Date:
05/07/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes