Position DetailsPosting Summary
Position Title Director of Lavery Library
OverviewSt. John Fisher University is an independent, liberal arts institution that provides a transformative education to approximately 3,800 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students each year. Across its five Schools, Fisher offers nearly 40 majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, education, and nursing; 11 pre-professional programs; and master's and doctoral programs in business, nursing, education, pharmacy, and public health. The University's residential campus boasts a robust living and learning community and a successful intercollegiate athletics program. Fisher is a community where all are welcome, regardless of religious or cultural background.
The University continues to honor its founders, the Congregation of St. Basil, by embracing their motto, "Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge." We are located in Pittsford, N.Y., seven miles outside of the city of Rochester. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acres-a beautiful setting for a warm, friendly campus community.
Job ResponsibilitiesThe Director of Lavery Library has the responsibility for leadership, planning, and development of all library policies, services, budgets, and supervision of library and support unit personnel. The Director is the primary advocate for the library and has the responsibility of developing strong, collaborative relationships among all personnel under their supervision as well as across campus to support student success, faculty research, and the University mission. The Director also supervises the director of the Writing/ Tutoring Center, housed in the building.
- Along with University leadership and staff in the library, establishes a strategic vision that drives student and faculty success and is responsible for executing that vision
- Collaborates across campus to actively promote and forward the library's role in integrating information literacy into the curriculum.
- Assesses student services, virtual and physical, responds to findings, and initiates new programs to improve services and collections.
- Serves on special and/or standing committees, governance bodies, or councils of the University, as per Faculty Statutes and as requested.
- Develops and manages an annual budget of approximately $2 million and provides financial stewardship, resource allocation, and long-term planning. Actively monitors and regulates expenditures to ensure fiscal alignment with institutional goals.
- Authorizes hiring decisions and builds a high-performance team through intentional talent development, performance management, and mentorship.
- Delegates responsibly and both manages and supports staff.
- Builds productive working relationships across all personnel and maintains a culture of respect consistent with the University's mission.
- Spearheads initiatives to keep the library adaptive and responsive to emerging academic trends.
- Other duties as assigned
Education / ExperienceRequired:- Master of Library Science or equivalent from an American Library Association-accredited institution
- Minimum 7 years of increasingly progressive library leadership experience
- Experience supervising individuals or teams
Competencies / Skills - Strong supervisory skills and a record of success mentoring direct reports.
- Commitment to evidence-based decision making to improve library and student services.
- Strategic thinking and advocacy skills; ability to empower staff and plan for the future.
- Ability to negotiate and sustain high-level partnerships across multiple university divisions and external stakeholders.
- Understanding of library functional areas, as well as the academic support and technology needs of students, staff, and faculty.
- Understanding of the landscape of student support and success services.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders.
- Commitment to listening and leading with empathy and transparency.
- Commitment to professional development and a record of contributions to the profession.
- Ability to provide inclusive and collaborative management and leadership throughout all job duties.
- High degree of creativity and initiative.
- Commitment to the mission of St. John Fisher University
Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Prolonged sitting, some bending and stretching, normal standing and walking throughout the course of the day.
- Periods of extended computer usage.
- Requires dexterity and data-entry skills.
Supervision of Employees18 full and part-time library staff, and Director of Writing & Tutoring Center
Work EnvironmentPleasant, well-lit office environment.
Equipment to be Used - General office equipment and software
- Library specific equipment and software
- Software for reference and instruction in synchronous or asynchronous environments
- Budget and management software
Job Type Full-time
Work HoursFull-time, 12 month position 35 hours/week with some evening and weekend hours required
Special Conditions for EligibilityPlease submit a cover letter that specifically addresses how your qualifications and professional experience prepare you to meet the requirements of this position.
Minimum Number of References Requested 3
EEO StatementIt is the policy of St. John Fisher University to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in each locality in which the University has employees.
The University does not discriminate against applicants or employees in hiring, promotion, termination or the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, perceived sex, gender identity, gender expression, the status of being transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic, characteristics or genetic information, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Title IX Coordinator is the designated University official with primary responsibility for coordinating compliance with Title IX and related federal and state laws. The Title IX Coordinator, Meg Flaherty, Ph.D., can be reached by phone (585-385-8232), email (
titleix@sjfc.edutitleix@sjfc.edu>), in-person in Campus Center 209, or outside of business hours by contacting the Office of Safety and Security (585-385-8111).
Work Location 3690 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14618
FLSA Exempt
Salary / Hourly Range $113,000.00 - $133,000.00 per year
NotesThe salary range for this role is set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, qualifications, experience, and education. The above hiring range is one component of the University's competitive Total Rewards package which can be viewed
herePosting Detail Information
Posting Number S00782P
Desired Start DateOpen DateOpen Until Filled Yes
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