Brief Description of Duties
The Associate Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Public Services Unit. The incumbent uses independent judgment and demonstrates expertise in the field by recommending policies, procedures, and systems reflecting professional criteria.
The Associate Director is responsible for insuring that the resources allocated to the unit will reflect an efficient level of service
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervises the administrative personnel for the day-to-day operations of the Law Library units.
- Evaluates all employees under his / her administrative supervision.
- Surveys and evaluates existing services and programs on an ongoing basis and develops recommendations, as necessary.
- Coordinates the development of the budgets of the Law Library units and assists in the development of the Law Library’s budget.
- Prepares and submits recommendations for the annual budget for the Public Services unit and its services.
- Reviews requests for materials and equipment purchases.
- Provides administrative leadership for the Public Services unit of the Law Library and supervises all functions.
- Periodically submits reports on the activities and issues of Public Services unit.
- Develops performance standards for resource utilization and service in Public Services based on established professional criteria.
- Supervises application of new technologies in support of instruction.
- Identifies duties of personnel under his / her supervision.
- Coordinates the preparation of reports for the Law Library.
- Develops strategies for staff development and implements steps to accomplish them.
- Reviews personnel matters and recommends actions in accordance with established policies.
- Identifies grant possibilities and develops proposals to obtain funding.
- Assists with the planning of facilities to accommodate services and collections.
- Performs reference duties as required.
- Participates in the faculty liaison program.
- Promotes the services of the Division throughout the academic community and among cooperating institutions.
- Serves on law school and university-wide committees and task forces as appointed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements
- Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in academic law libraries with a history of increasing responsibilities, including strong supervisory and managerial skills.
30+ days ago