Fred W. Jenkins, Ph.D.
Director of the Marian Library
The University of Dayton Libraries seeks an accomplished special collections professional at the
rank of Associate or Full professor to provide vision and direction to the Marian Library, a unit of
the University Libraries and the International Marian Research Institute. See
Reporting jointly to the Executive Director of the International Marian Research Institute (IMRI)
and the Dean of University Libraries, the Marian Library Director is responsible for strategic
planning, management, budgeting, marketing and administration of Marian Library resources
and services. Working closely with the Executive Director and Dean the Library Director will
prepare and administer the annual operational budgets for the Marian Library/IMRI. The Marian
Library Director will partner with other faculty and staff in IMRI and the University Libraries to
create and manage a world class special collections library that supports education and research
on, and devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Responsibilities and duties include developing and maintaining the core services of the Marian
Library and leading the creation of new service; managing the budgets of the Marian
Library/International Marian Research Institute; leading a team of librarians and staff;
developing and assessing performance metrics for library services and collections; leading the
marketing and promotion of the Library; participating in fundraising and grant writing; and
representing the University Libraries on campus , regionally and nationally. For a full job
Required Qualifications:
Graduate degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution or MA in History
with archival management concentration.
Ability to meet University Libraries requirements for appointment at the academic rank of
Associate Professor or Professor, including a record of professional achievement,
service, and a strong record of peer reviewed scholarship
5 years of professional experience, with progressive administrative responsibility in a
special collections, archives or equivalent organization.
Budget management experience
Experience supervising librarians or staff
Evidence of strong written communication skills
Demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging trends in special collections and
archives practice
Demonstrated understanding of the role of special collections and archives in learning or
research
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated understanding and appreciation of the Catholic and Marianist philosophy
of education and the mission of the University of Dayton
A degree in religious studies, theology or related field
Experience working with religious special collections
Demonstrated experience mentoring librarians
Demonstrated knowledge of intellectual property issues related to archives and libraries
and copyright issues associated with print and digital technologies
Experience developing and assessing performance metrics for library services and
collections
Knowledge of library marketing strategies and techniques
Evidence of strong oral communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse faculty, staff and
students
Demonstrated ability to work with the technologies required for library management
Ability to actively engage in fundraising, donor relations, collection solicitation and gift
management
Experience working directly with researchers
Reading knowledge of one or more languages relevant to the Marian Library collections
such as French, Spanish, German, Latin and Italian
Knowledge of or experience with preservation and conservation practice
Knowledge of or experience with digitization and developing digital projects
Demonstrated record of preparing and managing grant proposals
Demonstrated successful experience developing and delivering public presentations and
reports to key constituents
The Director of the Marian Library is a 12 month, full-time (35 hours), tenured faculty position
with an anticipated start date no later than January 2, 2016. Benefits include 22 vacation days,
generous support for library conferences and training applicable to the position, liberal benefits
program, and relocation assistance. To apply submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact
The University of Dayton, founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary, is a top ten Catholic research
university. The University seeks outstanding, diverse faculty and staff who value its mission and
share its commitment to academic excellence in teaching, research and artistic creativity, the
development of the whole person, and leadership and service in the local and global
community. To attain its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the
principles of diversity, inclusion and affirmative action and to equal opportunity policies and
practices. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer we will not discriminate
against minorities, females, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of
sexual orientation or gender identity.