Director, Savitt Medical Library

Job Description

At UNR Med, we are dedicated to advancing healthcare through education, research, and community service. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of all Nevadans and their communities through excellence in medical education, clinical care, and research.

As part of our commitment to innovation and excellence, we are seeking a dynamic leader to join our team as the Savitt Medical Library Director.

The Savitt Medical Library Director at UNR Med plays a vital role in advancing our mission by providing visionary leadership and strategic direction to the Savitt Medical Library.

This individual will oversee all aspects of library operations, including collection development, information services, technology integration, strategic planning, budget administration, personnel management, policy formulation, facilities planning, and user experience enhancement.

As a medical school, UNR Med requires a director who supports all of our institutional missions research, patient care, education, and community engagement.

The Director will collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and strategic partners to promote evidence-based practice, information literacy, scholarly communication, and research support services.

Additionally, the Director will cultivate partnerships with external stakeholders to enhance resources and services offered by the library.

The Savitt Medical Library supports the students, residents, fellows, faculty and staff in the following programs : Medical Education, Graduate Medical Education, Nursing, Physician Assistant, Sanford Center for Aging, and Speech Pathology & Audiology.

The Savitt Medical Library currently has three locations.The main Savitt Medical Library is on the UNR campus.There are currently two satellite libraries :

• Savitt at Moana is located at the University Health Building on Moana Lane. This location serves Patient-Centered Family Medicine, Graduate Medical Education, the Student Outreach Clinic, and the SOAR Program for First Episode Psychosis.
• Savitt at Renown Student Location.This satellite library is located in the Renown Regional Medical Center on a secure floor which also houses student call rooms and a student lounge.

The Savitt Medical Library will shortly be opening a third satellite library, also in the Renown Regional Medical Center.

This will be in the center of the hospital and will serve all Renown employees and all UNR students, residents, fellows, faculty, and staff located at the Renown Regional Medical Center.

In addition to the Director, there are currently five library faculty members and four staff members.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Savitt Medical Library in alignment with UNR Med's mission and values.
• Oversee the development and management of the library's collections, including print and electronic resources, to support the educational, clinical, and research needs of students, residents, fellows, faculty, and staff.
• Enhance information services and resources to facilitate evidence-based practice, research, and scholarly inquiry.
• Collaborate with faculty to develop and deliver information literacy and course-integrated instruction.
• Expand the Savitt Medical Library services in support of research including systematic review, evidence synthesis, and scholarly communication services.
• Support the Savitt Medical Library faculty in expanding their liaison roles.
• Indirectly oversee the Savitt areas of technical services, circulation, and facilities, to ensure our user communities are receiving the best possible service.
• Lead efforts to integrate innovative technologies and digital resources into library services and operations.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement within the library and across UNR Med.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with external organizations and consortia to expand access to library resources and services.
• Engage in professional development activities and scholarly pursuits to remain current with trends and best practices in academic librarianship.
• Maintain an atmosphere where all members of the Savitt team can work together in a positive and welcoming environment and achieve their individual and team goals.

Required Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Library Sciences and five (5) years of related professional work experience.

Certification : Medical Library Association Academy of Health Information Professionals credentials preferred

Related Experience :

• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in academic library leadership, with a demonstrated track record of success in strategic planning, leading faculty and staff, collection development, and technology integration.
• Strong commitment to customer service, user-centered design, and innovation in library services.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of emerging trends and technologies in academic librarianship, scholarly communication, and information management.
• Experience in budget management, grant writing, and fundraising is desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a medical or health sciences library, with knowledge of specialized resources and services relevant to healthcare education and research.
• Familiarity with accreditation standards and best practices in academic health sciences librarianship, including liaison work with medical faculty and clinicians.
• Demonstrated success in grant writing, fundraising, and resource development to support library initiatives and programs.
• Experience in assessment and evaluation of library services and resources, including the use of data-driven decision-making to inform strategic planning and continuous improvement efforts.
• Experience with library space planning and renovation projects, including the design and implementation of innovative learning spaces and collaborative environments.
• Active participation in professional organizations and networks related to health sciences librarianship, with a record of contributions to the profession through presentations, publications, and committee work.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in library services and collections, with experience in developing and implementing initiatives to promote diversity and cultural competency within the library and its user community.

Compensation Grade

Director Academic Faculty, Associate or Full Professor

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit : Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty (12-month contract) Salaries.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with related experience.

Remarkable Retirement!

Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 17.5% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day.

Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.

I had no idea the values of the faculty retirement plan when I joined UNR. On my first day, I found out I was fully vested in my contributions and the company's 17.

5% matching. I have watched my retirement grow over the years, not only in contributions, but with investments. It is hard to put into words how appreciative I am to feel so secure in my future Michelle B.

Perks of Working at UNR

• Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
• Generous annual and sick leave and life insurance Faculty Benefits
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse / domestic partner membership options. E.

L. Wiegand Fitness Center

• Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
• Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate. Diversity Groups
• Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty Senate
• No state income tax!

Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees

The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate.

Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and / or employee’s spouse or domestic partner. Faculty Grants-in-Aid

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses / partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.

Dual Career Assistance Program

Join us in shaping the future of medical education and research at UNR Med. Apply now to become our next Savitt Medical Library Director and make a difference in the lives of our faculty, staff, students, and community members.

Search Contact

Meghan Davidson

Faculty Recruiter

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Required Attachment(s)

1) Resume / CV

2) Letters of Application (Cover letter)

3) Three professional references (include name, title, company / organization, email address, phone number)

4) One-page inclusivity statemen t : Please write a brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying.

Please also highlight contributions you have made to this goal in your previous role(s).

Required UNR Med Recruitment Survey

Please complete the survey at the link below; this 1-2 minute survey will allow us to understand our current status and the effectiveness of our efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion at UNR Med.

Survey data will not be accessible by the department for which you are applying or the recruitment team.

University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med)

For over 50 years the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) has trained physicians who are leading the way to 'A Healthy Nevada', nation, and world.

Community-based and research-intensive, UNR Med is committed to our four-part mission of education, research, clinical service, and diversity.

We show this commitment through our demonstrated core values : people are our strength, we innovate and improve, we serve with integrity, and we success with trust and respect.

The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is an inclusive and engaged community. We recognize that diverse faculty and leaders add value to the educational experience and promote excellence in our teaching, patient care, and research missions.

We seek applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to our mission and uphold our core values.

Our mission has guided our growth in graduating the next generation of primary and specialty care physicians and medical researchers while maintaining personalized instruction.

The School of Medicine has statewide outreach with a local touch providing patient care, health services, and training physicians in Reno, Nevada and in the state’s rural communities.

We are expanding provider education to train medical specialists as Medical Doctors as well as Speech Pathologists and Physician Assistants.

We are actively expanding technologically-advanced infrastructure to keep pace with our world-class research to meet the needs of students, patients, and researchers.

We seek to create an environment that serves all who enter our doors, from the physicians who teach our learners to our employees, patients, and students.

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

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Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

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