Interim Associate Dean, University Library

Working Title: Interim Associate Dean, University Library

Department Name: University Library

Division: Academic Affairs

Classification Title: Administrator III

MPP employees serve at the pleasure of the campus President. MPPs do not serve a probationary period and never receive permanent status.

Position Salary Range: $9,549 - $14,324 per month

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $11,900 - $12,600 per month.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Review of applications will begin Monday, November 23, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. Applicants who apply by the first review date will be given first consideration.

About the Position

Under the general direction of the Dean of the University Library, the Associate Dean supports the Dean's vision for the library's mission and strategic planning goals. The incumbent plays a significant role in all aspects of library-wide planning, personnel management, plans for new services, policy and procedures development, assessment, marketing, and oversight of daily library operations. The Associate Dean plays an important role in continuing the library's strategic services and programming by assessing outcomes in service provision, collections, instruction, and diversity, equity, and inclusion in alignment with the campus and library's strategic plans. The incumbent coordinates assessment activities across departments. The incumbent is primarily responsible for the following library departments: User Services, Collections, Access, and Processing Services (CAPS), and the Gerth Archives and Special Collections, in close consultation with their director. The Associate Dean also assists the Dean in providing leadership and oversight to the library faculty. The incumbent represents the Library Dean at meetings and events both on and off campus, prepares reports as needed, assumes responsibility for the library in the Dean’s absence, and leads other initiatives as required.

Overview of Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Dean in the overall administration of the University Library.
• As a member of the Library's management team, participate in problem resolution, decision-making, policy development, and planning for library units.
• Represent the Dean on various committees and at university/college functions as requested by the Dean.
• Working closely with the Academic Resource Manager, coordinate recruitment and hiring processes for staff employees.
• Supervise temporary full-time and part-time librarians and coordinate the annual lecturer evaluation of them.
• Prepare a wide variety of documents on behalf of the Dean, including but not limited to: strategic planning, accreditation, annual reports, audits, policies and procedures, and reorganizations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: Eight (8) years of professional experience in an academic or research library. Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible management and supervisory experience. A sustained record of professional and scholarly activity to qualify for appointment at the level of Librarian with tenure. Record of effective supervisory and administrative management experience in a higher education library or research setting, with a strong service and inclusive orientation. Experience with successfully developing, managing, and completing large, complex projects and programs in a library or similar environment.
• Education: Master's degree in Library Science, Information Science or relevant professional discipline from a program accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) or equivalent if outside the United States.

Documents Needed to Apply

• CV
• Cover letter

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Sound grasp of key and current issues and trends in academic libraries, including digital scholarship, information literacy, emerging technologies for teaching and learning, collection development and management, high impact learning practices, open access and education, and assessment of learning and services for continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, analytical skills, creative and innovative problem-solving skills, and a strong commitment to service excellence.
• Demonstrated skill in collaborating with individuals and groups within and beyond the library, across the campus, and in the broader regional and library professional communities.
• Strong management and supervision skills, with the ability to motivate, develop, and mentor others.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively both independently and as a team leader and member.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to be proactive, flexible, and collaborative as a leader and senior administrator to accomplish strategic goals and priorities.
• Experience managing academic personnel.
• Demonstrated collaborative team-building skills, including the ability to motivate, develop, and mentor others, and to welcome and support diverse ideas, cultures, and experiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and administrators to set and accomplish strategic goals and to cultivate a collegial environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to data-driven decision making and fostering a culture of inquiry and assessment.
• Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive educational environment and workplace, ability to work with a diverse student and faculty population, and a commitment to build strong relationships that value equity, inclusion, and diversity of identity, background, and perspectives.

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General Information

• Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance and State Law.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. It is our goal to compensate employees equitably and fairly. You can access a full description of our benefits here.
• California State University Dominguez Hills is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas.
• The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Closing Statement

California State University, Dominguez Hills, is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office at (310) 243-3771.

California State University Dominguez Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

Employees at California State University, Dominguez Hills shall abide by the Nondiscrimination Statement.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.

Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

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