Institution

St. Catherine University

Job Title

Program Director/Ranked Faculty, Master of Library & Information Science Program

Department/College

School of Humanities, Arts and Sciences

Dates

Opening Date: 01/24/2025
Closing Date:  03/01/2025

Job Description

The Master of Library and Information Science Program in the School of Humanities, Arts and Sciences at St. Catherine University invites applications for a full time, tenure-track, 12-month position with a preferred start date of Summer 2025. Rank offered will be commensurate with experience of the applicant. As the only ALA-accredited program in Minnesota, the MLIS Program is a fully online program that educates students in the principles, practices, and ethics of library and information science and prepares them to be active leaders in a rapidly changing information society. The program is deeply committed to authentic learning, community engagement, inclusive excellence, and social justice. The Program Director is responsible for visionary leadership, strategic direction, and management of the MLIS Program. The Director oversees program development, faculty recruitment and mentoring, student recruitment and retention, curriculum review, and accreditation compliance, as well as represents the Program with academic, professional, and broader community groups. The Program Director teaches 2 courses per year.

Job Duties

  • Provide overall leadership for the MLIS program (MLIS degree and School Library Media Specialist licensure).
  • Lead strategic planning and future visioning in a changing higher education environment.
  • Lead curriculum development, revision, and evaluation.
  • Lead efforts in program evaluation, assessment, and ALA accreditation compliance.
  • Oversee the recruitment, hiring, mentoring, and evaluation of faculty.
  • Manage administrative staff who support the program’s operations.
  • Identify and pursue funding opportunities to support program initiatives and scholarships.
  • Develop and implement strategies to recruit and retain high-quality students.
  • Collaborate with university leadership and offices to ensure effective program implementation.
  • Represent the MLIS program at university-wide meetings, professional organizations, and conferences.
  • Build and maintain relationships with alumni, professional organizations, libraries, archives, and other stakeholders.

Experience/Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Doctorate in library and information science OR an ALA-accredited MLIS (or international equivalent) and a doctorate in a related field
  • Demonstrated teaching excellence in higher education.
  • Experience in academic administration, program management, or a leadership role within higher education.
  • Strong understanding of strategic planning, program evaluation and administration, curriculum design, assessment, and accreditation processes.
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in both teaching and program administration.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students.
  • Experience with ALA accreditation processes and accredited program requirements.
  • Teaching experience in an MLIS program.
  • Excellent organizational, budget management, and communication skills.
  • Ability to foster partnerships with external organizations and stakeholders.
  • Experience working with online, hybrid, or innovative learning formats.
  • Active involvement in professional organizations and a record of scholarly publications or presentations.
  • Experience with grant writing and external funding procurement.

Supplemental Information

St. Catherine University in St. Paul/Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation’s largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for both women and men. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls nearly 5,000 students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats. St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to “love of neighbor without distinction” and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

First consideration will be given to applications received by March 1, 2025. Link to apply and for additional information on the position: https://stcatherine.peopleadmin.com/postings/9627

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