The Bloomington libraries house over five million cataloged volumes and other extensive and diverse collections that include manuscripts, photographs, music, sound recordings, film, and electronic media. Indiana University Bloomington, seeks an experienced and talented special collections professional to provide leadership and operational management for the Lilly Library, one of the worlds most distinguished rare books and manuscripts collections. The Director of the Lilly Library reports to the University Dean of Libraries and provides planning and policy direction in the areas of collections, public services, technical services, collection preservation, development, implementation of new technologies, and building planning. In the area of fundraising, the Director is responsible for working closely with the Dean and the Executive Director for Development in the planning and implementation of fundraising opportunities. Management experience in a research library or academic environment.
Salary is negotiable and competitive dependent upon qualifications and experience.
This academic appointment includes eligibility for sabbatical leaves.