Associate Dean Information Assets

Position: Associate Dean for Information Assets

Title: Associate Dean for Information Assets
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Milner Library
Campus

Location:

Normal, IL

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Dean of Milner Library, the Associate Dean for Information Assets will work in close cooperation with the Associate Dean for Public Services and Organizational Development to coordinate operations, services, and strategic initiatives in a shared governance environment. The Associate Dean for Information Assets will have primary responsibility for the library's collections, technical services, and scholarly communication initiatives.

The Associate Dean for Information Assets plays a strategic leadership role in managing the library’s physical and digital collections to support the institution’s research, teaching, and learning missions. The position ensures that collections and services are aligned with academic priorities, facilitates discovery and access of library materials, and supports digitization initiatives aimed at preserving and expanding access to unique and historical materials.

Additional

Information

Works collaboratively with members of other library units and individuals to achieve organizational goals. Maintain close working relationships with other university areas, particularly the Graduate School, Office of Sponsored Programs and Research, Office of the General Counsel, Facilities, and Human Resources.

University Benefit Highlights

• Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
• Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
• Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
• Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
• Paid benefit time

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$9,500 - $11,500 per month

Required Qualifications

A master's degree in library and/or information science from a program accredited by the American Library Association or from a program recognized by the American Library Association as an international equivalent.

A minimum of five years' experience in an academic library, with three years or more years at a supervisory level

Demonstrated record of excellence in librarianship, research, and service to qualify for tenure and appointment to the rank of Associate Professor or Professor in Milner Library at Illinois State University.

Ability to work independently and in concert with others in a strongly collegial and participative environment

Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills

Demonstrated cultural competency and understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion

Ability to manage diverse, simultaneous assignments in a rapidly changing organization

Demonstrated knowledge of the library's role in student success

Demonstrated potential to meet University promotion and tenure requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with the administration of library management systems, particularly the Alma/Primo VE environment, in a consortial environment.

Knowledge of copyright and intellectual property issues.

Experience with grant development and administration

Experience with collection management methodologies and tools

Work Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Weekend work as needed.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Remain at a workstation for extended periods
2. Move about in various locations on and off campus as needed to complete day-to-day work
3. Effectively communicate on a daily basis

Proposed Starting Date

January 2026

Required Applicant Documents

Resume/C.V.
Cover Letter
Reference List (Please provide at least three references; We ask that at least one reference be a current or former supervisor.)

Please Note
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These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on Apply

Special Instructions for Applicants

Priority consideration will be given to applications received by October 24, 2025. Applications received after this date may still be reviewed if the position has not been filled.

Contact Information for Applicants

Tracy Berner, taberne,

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