Vice Provost and Dean of University Libraries

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Job Location (Full Address):

755 Library Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

200350 Rush Rhees Library

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR UR2 098

Responsibilities:

DSG | Storbeck has been exclusively retained for this engagement, which is being led by Matthew Bunting and Susan Kart. Confidential inquiries and nominations should be directed to Susan Kart directly at URochesterDeanOfLibraries@dsgco.com

Compensation Range:
$300,000 - $400,000

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

General Purpose: Oversees the policies and enterprise systems for the UR Libraries, including the River Campus Libraries (RCL), and the Sibley Music Library (Eastman School of Music) Represents the UR Libraries in the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), where the UR Libraries play an active role. Has administrative responsibility for all library divisions, including budget and staff oversight, and acts as a principal fundraiser for the libraries as the University launches its next comprehensive capital campaign. Reporting to the Provost, participates as a member of the Dean’s Council, the President’s Cabinet, and sits on the Executive Committee of the Humanities Center.

Essential Functions:

• Develops and articulates a bold, inclusive vision for the University Libraries that supports the teaching, learning, and research needs of students and faculty.
• Advances the Libraries’ global engagement and innovation in scholarly communication, digital scholarship, and open access.
• Partners with senior University leadership on academic planning, institutional priorities, and the libraries’ role in campus-wide initiatives.
• Leads and overseas operations across all divisions, including the River Campus Libraries, and Sibley Music Library.
• Develops and manages a consolidated annual budget of approximately $24 million and provides financial stewardship, resource allocation, and long-term planning. Ensures spending is within budget.
• Directly manages and supports a large team across diverse library functions and units, providing mentorship, setting priorities, and overseeing workflow to ensure high-quality results.
• Approves hiring decisions, provides training and ongoing supervision, addresses personnel issues and actions, and conducts performance reviews.
• Serves as the principal fundraiser for the libraries, cultivating donor relationships and securing philanthropic support in alignment with the University’s capital campaign.
• Builds and sustains partnerships with alumni, donors, external organizations, and community stakeholders to elevate the visibility and impact of the libraries.
• Develops, implements, and oversees policies, enterprise systems, and technologies that support library operations and digital initiatives.
• Ensures the Libraries remain adaptive and responsive to emerging trends in library science, data management, and user experience.
• Represents the University of Rochester Libraries in national and international forums, including the Association of Research Libraries (ARL).
Engages actively in professional associations and networks to shape the future of academic librarianship and scholarly communication.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree in library and information science or equivalent terminal degree and 15 years of experience in an academic library environment required.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience in leadership and administration roles required.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively across diverse constituencies required.
• A record of successful program development, implementation, and management required.
• Demonstrated success in strategic planning and organizational management required.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising and external relations required.

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