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Please consider this once-in-a-generation opportunity to lead this premier regional resource-sharing organization based at the University of Minnesota. Applications and nominations are encouraged. Please feel free to contact me if you have questions or considerations of possible nominees. Thank you. John T. Butler Associate University Librarian for Information Technology and Technical Services University of Minnesota Libraries ph: 612-624-4362 ************************************************************ *University of Minnesota Libraries Director, Minitex* http://www.minitex.umn.edu/ The University of Minnesota University Libraries seeks visionary, strategic, and creative senior leadership for the Director of Minitex, a regional information and resource sharing organization. Reporting to the University Librarian, the director provides administrative and programmatic leadership for a robust portfolio of services. Celebrating its 40th year, Minitex is a joint program of the University of Minnesota Libraries and the Minnesota Office of Higher Education, with additional contracts for services. Originally established to provide resource sharing from the University to academic and state government libraries within the state, Minitex now encompasses contract services to public and school libraries as well as libraries in North and South Dakota. Its suite of services includes: discovery and resource sharing (one of the highest volume agencies in the U.S.), a regional courier delivery system, the Electronic Library of Minnesota (licensed content for Minnesota citizens), cooperative reference services, cooperative storage through the Minnesota Library Access Center, brokered digitization services through the Minnesota Digital Library, library staff development programs, and procurement services for myriad library products and services. A dynamic and responsive organization, Minitex repositions its resources to respond to emergent needs of libraries in the region. Minitex programmatic funding through appropriations and contracts in FY11 was $8.6 million, with another $13 million in procurement transactions. Minitex staff total 65, with an additional 13 FTE in student staff. Minitex is a division of the University Libraries (http://www.lib.umn.edu). Its organizational relationship enables access to University infrastructure, library collections, and expertise, as well as collaborative program development and outreach services. Counsel on Minitex services is provided by the Minitex Policy Advisory Council, representing library sectors from across the state and the Dakotas. Funding sources include legislative appropriation, contracts, and LSTA funding through the Minnesota State Library Agency (Department of Education). A recent state constitutional amendment (sales tax) provides support for cultural heritage initiatives including plans for digital preservation infrastructure and digital library development. The University of Minnesota is a forward-looking, comprehensive, and diverse institution located in the center of the vibrant Twin Cities metropolitan area. The Twin Cities are known for their cultural amenities, such as the Guthrie Theater, Walker Art Center, the Ordway Center for Performing Arts, and for their extensive park and recreational systems. ( http://www1.umn.edu/wishyouwerehere/) *Responsibilities* The Director: - Provides administrative leadership for the planning, policy, and operations of Minitex. - In consultation with the Minitex Policy Advisory Committee, develops program priorities and policies. - Develops program and financial documentation for the Office of Higher Education as part of biennial state budget development; maintains appropriate contact with Minnesota Legislators and staff in support of the Minitex budget and other higher education library budget requests. - Provides data and analysis on Minitex programs and services to the regional library community to inform library planning priorities for appropriations and legislative action. - In context of University policies/procedures, recruits, evaluates and develops Minitex staff to ensure proactive and innovative services. - Within the University Libraries organization, contributes to library policy and program development, leveraging Libraries’ resources for Minitex programs. - Represents Minitex at local, state, and national and international meetings. - Builds on a highly effective program that communicates Minitex programs and services to libraries and stakeholder communities. Develops and sustains partnerships with stakeholders in the library, archives, museum, and network communities. - Contributes to the development of state and regional planning for library services. *Qualifications* Required: ALA accredited Masters in Library/Information Science or equivalent combination of advanced degree and relevant experience. Minimum of five years experience in library or related organizational context with evidence of management responsibilities. Demonstrated organizational abilities and leadership. Demonstrated facility to work proactively and collaboratively across stakeholder communities. Demonstrated leadership in developing innovative technology-rich programs and services. Strong skills in written and oral communication, management, interpersonal relations, team-building and planning. Knowledge of interlibrary cooperation and networking. Preferred: Demonstrated success in developing public relations and communications programs to diverse stakeholder communities. Successful development and implementation of grants and contracts. Record of successful work with legislative bodies and government agencies. Experience in developing and sustaining relationships with business entities in the library, information, and technology marketplace. Experience leading an organization of comparable scope and complexity, including multi-type library organizations. Evidence of effective human and financial resource management strategies. Experience in statewide or regional cooperative programs. Record of professional contributions and leadership. SALARY AND BENEFITS: The University Libraries offer a competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience. Excellent benefits. This is a full-time, 12-month, administrative appointment. TO APPLY: Position is available immediately. Submit letter of application, resume, and names and contact information of three current professional references at: https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=100342 . Please identify the application with UL283. This position requires a successful background check. The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. ############################ To unsubscribe from the DLF-ANNOUNCE list: write to: mailto:[log in to unmask] or click the following link: http://lists.clir.org/SCRIPTS/WA-CLIR.exe?SUBED1=DLF-ANNOUNCE&A=1