Dean University Library

Position Title & Department:

Dean of the University Library;
Copley Library

5596

The Helen K. and James S. Copley Library, located on the west end of the campus, currently houses over 500,000 volumes. Collections include books, journals, reference works, databases, government documents, newspapers and electronic journals in many languages, as well as maps, videos, sound recordings, microforms and rare books.

The University of San Diego is a Catholic university, grounded in the liberal arts and anchored along an international border, advancing academic excellence to create a more inclusive, sustainable and hopeful world. USD comprises the College of Arts and Sciences and the Schools of Business, Engineering, Nursing, Leadership and Education, Peace Studies, and Law, plus distinctive academic centers and institutes. Its proximity to Latin America and commitment to the Catholic intellectual traditions offer students a unique educational experience.

A USD education is characterized by academic rigor in its undergraduate and graduate programs, offering transformative opportunities through student/faculty research, global experiences, community-engaged scholarships, and internships that develop the knowledge, values, and skills needed to serve the global, civic, and faith communities. With more than 10,000 students from dozens of countries and 50 states, USD was the first campus on the West Coast to be designated as a Change maker campus and is now one of only 42 Change maker campuses in the world.

USD is ranked as one of the best Catholic universities in America and is consistently among the top five in the nation for study abroad participation.

The Helen K. and James S. Copley Library serves as a vibrant intellectual and cultural hub, anchoring the university's commitment to academic excellence. With a full renovation completed in 2021, the library hosts over 280,000 visitors annually and blends expansive collections with cutting-edge digital access and personalized research support. Beyond its collections, Copley Library offers dynamic study spaces, meeting facilities, and co-curricular programming that foster collaboration and community.

As an active participant in regional and national consortia, including the San Diego Library Circuit Consortium, the Catholic Research Resource Alliance, and the Statewide California Electronic Library Consortium. Copley extends its impact well beyond campus. Its global engagement is further reflected in its Sister Library partnership with the Universidad de Monterrey, underscoring a shared commitment to Catholic higher education and cross-cultural collaboration.

Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.

The successful candidate will hold a Master of Science in Library and Information Science (MLS) (or equivalent degree) from an ALA-accredited institution and a scholarly record appropriate for the appointment of tenure in the Copley Library. The next dean will have a proven record of inclusive leadership, guiding organizational change, exceptional communication skills, and enhancing knowledge creation and dissemination across the university and beyond.

A deep commitment to the mission and values of contemporary Catholic higher education is essential.

$16,666.67 to $20,833.34 per month;
Excellent Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• a retirement contribution given to you by the University
• access to on-campus Fitness Centers

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The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Closing date: August 28,2026

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