Associate Dean of Libraries Information Technology and Administration

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Libraries are seeking a collaborative, innovative, forward-thinking strategic leader to serve in the role of Associate Dean of Libraries for Information Technology and Administration.

The AD assumes the comprehensive coordination of enterprise library technology systems and services, and central administrative services including library acquisitions. Reporting directly to the Dean of Libraries, the AD leads the development, communication, implementation, and evaluation of strategic directions and priorities pertaining to these library services and functions. In collaboration with senior library leadership, the AD participates in re-imagining and re-aligning library services and organizational structures designed to meet the emerging needs of the campus and our partners across the Universities of Wisconsin system and the Big Ten Academic Alliance. The AD collaborates with library campus governance groups on campus-wide initiatives and partners with consortial organizations at regional, state, national, and international levels. These efforts ensure access to essential library services and programs while enhancing the reputation of campus libraries within the profession.

In terms of service portfolio, the AD directs the development, programming, operations, and assessment of several campuswide library services including information technology and administrative services. Within the Information Technology division are IT systems and infrastructure services, library software development, end-user computing services, enterprise library systems management, cybersecurity, digital library preservation and repository services, coordinated resource discovery, and web services management and administration. Administrative services include library human resources, business and financial services, and library acquisitions. A key focus of this position will be sustaining and advancing technology innovation and the continuous improvement of administrative services in support of the Libraries' mission.

The AD has direct responsibility for approximately 50 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff working across these services. The AD leads efforts to coordinate the provision of a coherent staff and user experience across all technological and administrative systems and services on which the libraries and the campus community rely.

Tasks:

-Provides visionary leadership for the Libraries' information technology and digital curation services, ensuring alignment with the University's mission.
-Provides strategic leadership for the Libraries' administrative services, ensuring alignment with the University's mission.
-Facilitates planning, policy, budgeting, personnel management, organizational and technological development across the libraries so as to ensure appropriate allocation of resources to meet library priorities and goals
-Aligns personnel and services with University and Libraries' strategic objectives, collaborating with stakeholders across the university and partner institutions.
-Leads, implements, and assesses innovative, user-centric library technologies to enhance patron and staff experience.
-Advises on all financial activities, including financial analysis and reporting, budgeting, accounting, and contract development with vendors and other institutions.
-Fosters and sustains an inclusive and welcoming environment for all through the provision of equitable services in support of the university community.
-Champions a culture of professional development, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, fostering a dynamic environment where staff are empowered to excel and innovate in their roles.
-Represents the Libraries at all levels of the university and with our partners across the Universities of Wisconsin system, the Big Ten Academic Alliance, and beyond.
-Supports fundraising and development efforts for the Dean.
-Participates in professional networks and associations, leveraging these connections to stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging service needs.
-Oversees the interests of academic librarian, academic staff, and university staff.

Additional Information:
Founded in 1848, at the same time that Wisconsin was granted statehood, UW-Madison is the oldest and largest public university in the state. It is the flagship institution within the University of Wisconsin System, committed to excellence in research, teaching, and public service. In 1866 it became a land-grant university and was a founding member of the Association of American Universities in 1900. It consistently ranks among the world's top research institutions. UW-Madison manages revenues of nearly $4 billion annually, has a student body of approximately 52,000 representing 116 countries, and employes more than 27,000 people, including about 2,300 faculty, plus 5,800 graduate assistants and 8,000 student employees.

The UW-Madison Libraries reflect the breadth and comprehensiveness of our world-renowned schools, colleges, departments, divisions, centers, and institutes, and are highly valued partners in teaching, learning, research, and scholarship. The Libraries leverage international, national, and state partnerships to deliver extraordinary services and programs to support the university's research enterprise. As part of an institution that is a member of the Big Ten Academic Alliance, the UW-Madison Libraries are also a founding member of and active participants in the Center for Research Libraries, the Association of Research Libraries, the Coalition for Networked Information, and the HathiTrust Digital Library, among other prestigious higher education organizations.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

• Serves on various university review committees, working with a wide range of constituencies including the Faculty Senate, Deans and Associate Deans, General Counsel, and University Leadership

• Advises and collaborates with the Dean, Assistant Deans, and/or Office of the Provost on critical issues, represents the functional area of supervision at appropriate meetings and events as requested; and serves on and/or leads various program and/or university committees as directed to address issues

• May exercise supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 FTE or equivalent employees

• Provides leadership for one or more academic programs by establishing strategic direction and setting priorities that align with the academic directives of the Dean, and ensures units effectively carry out duties in a way that best supports the university's initiatives, strategic direction, and academic mission; provides direct supervision of department/program leadership and monitors compliance with laws, regulations, university policies and procedures, and relevant contractual obligations

• Builds consensus and develops collegial, collaborative working relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, partners with administrative and academic departments to support initiatives, and gathers input from key stakeholders to support recommendations

• Leads special initiatives and/or academic programs that require senior leadership attention with respect to program design, planning, coordination, and interaction with internal and external stakeholders

• Ensures initiatives are effectively using program assessment and data analysis to improve initiatives and strategies, identifies opportunities for improvement, and makes recommendations to the Dean for approval

• Directs on-going assessment and continuous improvement of academic programs and services by guiding the establishment of annual goals, ensuring progress towards goals is met, articulating challenges, and reporting on annual outcomes and achievements for programs/services

Library Administration

Minimum $150,000 Depending on Qualifications

- Ability to lead librarians, technologists, and/or administrative professionals engaged in delivering services in support of a major research library system.
- Demonstrated career progression in professional positions.
- Proven track record of effectively fostering partnerships and collaborations that leverage the diverse roles libraries can fulfill in addressing the changing needs of students, faculty, and staff.
- Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills.
- Evidence of substantial professional engagement and contribution, demonstrating a keen awareness of emerging issues and trends influencing the campus technological and administrative ecosystem and the alignment of library services and programs.
-Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive working and learning environment where all can flourish, with experience supporting programmatic efforts to engage a broad range of perspectives, backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures.

A minimum of five years of relevant experience is strongly preferred, with at least two years in an academic library setting. This experience should include professional responsibilities demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of a research library's role in partnering and
delivering services to advance research and scholarship.

- Proven track record in professional roles, including strategic planning, budgeting, and policy development, and the ability to align resources to meet growing academic and/or administrative needs of a complex institution.
- Ability to align IT and administrative strategies with business goals to foster innovation.
- Proficiency in fiscal planning, budgeting and financial reporting, and resource allocation.
- Demonstrated success in implementing library technology at scale.
- Experience building and sustaining campus partnerships and collaborating with information technology and administrative professionals to integrate library services, technologies, and resources with enterprise solutions on campus and beyond.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to maintain a strong commitment to professional engagement and service, including presentations, publications, and service on campus-wide, regional, and/or national-level professional organization

Required: Master's degree from an American Libraries Association (ALA) accredited program or other appropriate advanced degree.

Important information regarding confidentiality: unless confidentiality is requested in writing, UW-Madison is required by Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7) to release the names of all applicants to anyone who requests that information. If you would like to request confidentiality, please indicate that in an email to Amanda Bennett at the Storbeck Search firm (a.bennett@storbecksearch.com). Candidates who advance to the finalist round are announced publicly prior to their campus visits. Please visit https://apps.diversity.wisc.edu/questionnaire.aspx to complete voluntary self-identification information.

Applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Storbeck Search/ DSG Global has been exclusively retained for this search, which is being led by Tom Fitch, Managing Director, and Amanda Bennett, Sr. Search Associate. To ensure consideration, please submit a compelling cover letter and resume by filling out our Talent Profile: https://www.dsgco.com/search/22093-uw-madison-libraries-assoc-dean-for-it-and-admin/

The deadline for assuring full consideration is August 27, 2025; however, the position will remain open until the position is filled.

For additional questions, please email us at: UWMadisonLibraries-AssocDeanITandAdmin@storbecksearch.com

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