Inside Higher Ed is hiring : Director, Library Finance and Technical Operations i

Overview Stanford Graduate School of Business Library seeks a Director, Library Finance and Technical Operations (Library Manager 1). The role is part of the GSB Research Hub and directs the Library’s budget and the Technical Services areas, including Cataloging, Serials and Materials Processing, and Data and Database Procurement. The Director collaborates with Library Leadership, IT specialists, and subject matter experts to plan and monitor collections spending and provide metadata and technical services leadership.

Primary Responsibilities Financial Management Engage with library and Research Hub leadership to plan and monitor collections spending, including regular budget updates to fiscal-year targets

Manage and oversee the library budget; report bi-weekly updates to the Director, Business Library

Perform acquisitions and vendor management with cross-departmental collaboration

Ensure timely follow-through on purchases, renewals, withdrawals, and cancellations; monitor bill payments; verify spend categories; anticipate annual expenditures

Contribute to discussions on selections, consortial arrangements, license reviews, and vendor negotiations

Collaborate with Research Hub and library leadership in preparing annual budget requests for submission to GSB

Technical Operations Maintain and update metadata in the electronic resource management system

Oversee physical materials management, including inventory activities

Oversee compliance and business processes for purchasing in Stanford procurement systems (library supplies, materials orders, travel, reimbursements)

Develop and align unit goals with library priorities; articulate a long-term vision for Technical Operations

Collaborate with Collections teams to create, maintain, and enhance metadata across discovery platforms and library systems

Participate in the ongoing development of the university catalog system, FOLIO

Monitor technology trends and evaluate emerging technologies for adoption to enhance library programs, services, and collections

Organizational Leadership / Operations Coach, mentor, and guide Technical Operations staff to ensure effective workflows

Participate in library planning initiatives and develop policies and procedures aligned with the mission and goals

Serve on library, university, and consortia committees

Qualifications Master’s Degree in Library Science and five years of relevant experience in an academic library, including at least three years of management experience (or a combination of education and relevant experience)

Ability to develop efficient processes and think creatively beyond traditional approaches

Experience with developing and maintaining library budgets

Experience with Electronic Resource Management systems (ERMs)

Proficiency with spreadsheet and / or database software

Knowledge of metadata standards (e.g., MARC, Dublin Core) and data management practices; expertise in cataloging to defined standards

Ability to influence a wide range of stakeholders with diplomacy; strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills

Knowledge of Library Services Platforms (LSPs), Content Management Systems (CMS), and platform integrations; experience with technologies to enhance library services

Desirable

Advanced degree in Library and Information Science or a related field; additional master’s or PhD preferred

Understanding of the research process through academic or professional experience

Evidence of initiative in fostering ideas and implementing change

Engagement with relevant professional or academic communities

Compensation and Benefits The expected pay range is $167,298 to $201,259 per year. Stanford provides a comprehensive rewards package and benefit information is available on the Cardinal at Work site. Details will be discussed during the hiring process.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. Stanford University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information Schedule : Full-time

Job Code : 1785

Employee Status : Regular

Grade : L

Requisition ID : 106655

Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible

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