Dean of Libraries - Smith College (Northampton, MA)
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Smith College seeks a Dean of Libraries
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Location: Northampton, Massachusetts
The Position:
The Dean of Libraries leads the Libraries' rich learning and research ecosystem, welcoming varied modes of knowledge-making by an increasingly diverse community of users. The Smith College Libraries include Neilson Library, Hillyer Art Library, Josten Performing Arts Library, Alumnae Gym and three Special Collections: the Mortimer Rare Book Room, the College Archives, and the Sophia Smith Collection – the oldest collection of archives devoted to women’s history in the U.S.
The person in this role oversees the planning, administration, personnel, fundraising and development efforts that advance the Libraries' mission and operations. They are responsible for strategic planning including space planning and utilization, advances in digital information services, teaching & learning programs, collection development & preservation, archives & special collections, evolving technology in libraries, and effective professional and organizational development for staff. The Dean of Libraries directly manages a team of divisional directors who collectively oversee a staff of over 50 people, and is responsible for programs and operations within the main and subject libraries.
The Dean cultivates and leads a strong culture of collaboration within the Libraries organization and fosters strong partnerships with faculty and collaborations with departments across campus.
To Apply:
Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled; parties are encouraged to apply by February 21, 2025. Please submit a PDF version of your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in and suitability for this position.
For more information or to offer recommendations or nominations:
Lyndi Hewitt, PhD
Senior Consultant
Summit Search Solutions, Inc.
615-423-0525
lhewitt@summitsearchsolutions.com
Smith College is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Please review the EEO Policy Statement. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, you can review the details on the EEO is the Law poster, as well as the supplemental EEO is the Law document. The successful candidate must have a driver’s license and the ability to obtain a U.S. passport and must be immunized against COVID-19 on or before their first day of employment. Proof of vaccination status will be required. Individuals may seek medical or religious exemption with HR but must do so prior to their arrival.
Smith College is an EO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Women, underrepresented racial groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Smith College seeks a Dean of Libraries
Click here to view full position profile: https://summitsearchsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Smith_Dean_Libraries_Profile.pdf
Location: Northampton, Massachusetts
The Position:
The Dean of Libraries leads the Libraries' rich learning and research ecosystem, welcoming varied modes of knowledge-making by an increasingly diverse community of users. The Smith College Libraries include Neilson Library, Hillyer Art Library, Josten Performing Arts Library, Alumnae Gym and three Special Collections: the Mortimer Rare Book Room, the College Archives, and the Sophia Smith Collection – the oldest collection of archives devoted to women’s history in the U.S.
The person in this role oversees the planning, administration, personnel, fundraising and development efforts that advance the Libraries' mission and operations. They are responsible for strategic planning including space planning and utilization, advances in digital information services, teaching & learning programs, collection development & preservation, archives & special collections, evolving technology in libraries, and effective professional and organizational development for staff. The Dean of Libraries directly manages a team of divisional directors who collectively oversee a staff of over 50 people, and is responsible for programs and operations within the main and subject libraries.
The Dean cultivates and leads a strong culture of collaboration within the Libraries organization and fosters strong partnerships with faculty and collaborations with departments across campus.
To Apply:
Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled; parties are encouraged to apply by February 21, 2025. Please submit a PDF version of your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in and suitability for this position.
For more information or to offer recommendations or nominations:
Lyndi Hewitt, PhD
Senior Consultant
Summit Search Solutions, Inc.
615-423-0525
lhewitt@summitsearchsolutions.com
Smith College is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Please review the EEO Policy Statement. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, you can review the details on the EEO is the Law poster, as well as the supplemental EEO is the Law document. The successful candidate must have a driver’s license and the ability to obtain a U.S. passport and must be immunized against COVID-19 on or before their first day of employment. Proof of vaccination status will be required. Individuals may seek medical or religious exemption with HR but must do so prior to their arrival.
Smith College is an EO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Women, underrepresented racial groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Institution: Smith College
This is a full time position