Director of Library & Textbook Rental

University of Arkansas
United States, Arkansas, Hope
2500 South Main Street (Show on map)
Apr 01, 2025
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Closing Date: Type of Position:Library Workstudy Position: No Job Type:Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas Community College at Hope - Texarkana The University of Arkansas Community College at Hope-Texarkana (UACCHT) is a proud member of the University of Arkansas System. The University of Arkansas System is comprised of land-grant research institutions, a teaching hospital, five community colleges, two schools of law, a presidential school, a residential math and science high school, and an online university, as well as divisions of agriculture, archaeology and criminal justice. These entities exhibit unmatched economic and social impact across the state by providing numerous academic and professional opportunities. Below you will find the details for the position currently available at UACCHT including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please submit a request via Email to: Kathryn.Hopkins@uaht.edu or by phone at (870) 722-8164 or (870) 722-8297. Applicants are required to submit a separate request for each position in which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at Kathryn.Hopkins@uaht.edu or by phone at (870) 722-8164 or (870) 722-8297. Department:Division of Academics Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties:The Director of the Library and Textbook Rental program is responsible to the Vice Chancellor for Academics and has the following duties: * To plan, organize and administer all aspects of campus library services in conformity with the policies established by UACCHT Administration. * To maintain a collection of automated databases, books, periodicals and audiovisual materials through campus-wide staff, faculty and administrative input. * To supervise automated interlibrary loan and cataloging activities and to be able to perform interlibrary loan or cataloging duties as needed. * To maintain an atmosphere in the library conducive to maximum utilization by all clients. * Perform student faculty training in use of automated Library systems and databases and prepare bibliographic and instructional materials for training activities. * Supervising processing procedures for incoming materials, cataloging errors in the existing collection, weeding of the existing collection and performing routine duties at the circulation desk as needed. * To be responsible for the physical facilities by monitoring the activities of maintenance workers and the condition of the building and reporting to maintenance and facilities supervisors as needed. * To oversee and manage the textbook rental program and textbook operations including: to be responsible for textbook acquisition, shipping and receiving textbooks, maintain textbook databases, and manage the renting / returning of books. * Oversee employees * Manage departmental budget. * Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Master Degree, minimum 5 years employment higher education capacity. Masters in Library Science preferred. UAHT considers other education and experience to be accepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the college, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position Additional Information: Salary Information: $55,000.00 Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s) Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Kathryn Hopkins 870-722-8164 All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: The University of Arkansas Community College at Hope-Texarkana (UACCHT) is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check, sex offender registry check, and drug screen. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check and/or a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity: Frequent Physical Activity: Occasional Physical Activity: Benefits Eligible:Yes