Dean of the Pollak Library

The dean of the Pollak Library reports to the provost and vice president for Academic Affairs and has primary responsibility for administering instructional programs; planning and administering the Library’s annual budget; planning for and administering the Library’s physical infrastructure; leading the Library’s outreach and fundraising efforts; making independent recommendations on all Library personnel matters; recommending appointment of the faculty chair and supervising their administrative actions; providing leadership in library development, and innovation; creating and sustaining an environment supportive of research, scholarship, teaching, academic excellence, and student success; representing the Library among the greater campus community; and serving as an effective member of the Council of Deans, the Provost’s Council, the system-wide Council of Library Deans, and the Senior Leadership Team. The dean must be able to interpret policies developed at the University, state, and federal levels and implement them effectively. The dean also supervises the integrated efforts of the Library’s faculty, professional, technical, and clerical staff to ensure that efforts are directed toward the accomplishment of University and Library goals. The dean works closely with the Chancellor’s Office in system-wide efforts and stays current on all policies and procedures. The dean serves as steward of the building and collaborates with a large community of partners with the common goal of supporting all campus divisions and initiatives. The dean coordinates efforts with the Division of Information Technology, the Office of Academic Programs, the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects, University Police, campus facilities, and various campus units that support instructional services. Finally, the dean performs other duties as may be assigned by the provost and vice president for Academic Affairs.