The Director represents the Library within the University and throughout the larger library and higher education communities. Additionally, candidates must offer evidence of managerial vision, of strong and creative leadership, of problem-solving aptitude, of broad and effective communication, of commitment to service, of familiarity with users' expectations and needs in a major research library, and of interpersonal skills. The ability to establish positive, cooperative working relationships at all levels of the Library and University is critical. We expect a commitment to the academic mission of a multifaceted university distinguished for excellence in teaching and research, and imaginative response to the library's evolving function in facilitating scholarly communication. Familiarity with current and future applications of information technology is also expected, along with an understanding of how the Library contributes to the University's information technology environment.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications.
It is anticipated that the appointment will begin by July 1996. Send nominations, or application letters explaining interest in and qualification for the position, with a curriculum vitae and the names and addresses of three references, as soon as possible, to Professor Paul Elledge, Department of English, Box 1654 Station B, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37235. Review of applications will begin in early November and continue until the position is filled. A print order must be placed on Monday, October 30. Indications that you will want a copy but cannot order now will be accepted and placed on a list pending availability.