Position Number: 221801


POSITION

The Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University invites innovative and mission-focused individuals to apply for the Director of the Ken Gormley Law Library and Information Resources position. Duquesne seeks candidates who have the energy, vision, and leadership to advance the development of all aspects of library operations for the Ken Gormley Law Library. This position will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to reimagine the role of the modern law library and further the Law School?s mission of training ethical, practice-ready attorneys.

The  Director will hold a law faculty appointment with security of faculty position in accordance with ABA standards. The Director's faculty rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a 12-month law faculty position reporting to the Dean of the School of Law.  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Oversees all operations for the Ken Gormley Law Library;

·       Engages in strategic planning and developing and implementing new initiatives to ensure the library is providing quality services for its constituents; this includes, but is not limited to, developing and delivering training on emerging technologies;

·       Directs collection assessment and development at the library to support the curricular and scholarly needs of the Law School community;

·       Manages vendor relationships and contracts;

·       Works with the Dean, associate deans, and law faculty to identify, develop, and assess the library?s role in the Law School?s program of legal education and in meeting faculty scholarship and research needs;

·       Supports the Law School administration in data collection and retention to assist in maintaining compliance with accreditation standards;

·       Works with the Director of Business & Administration to develop budgetary goals and  administer financial resources appropriately;

·       Maintains a well-equipped law library space to support the learning, research, and interactive engagement needs of the Law School community;

·       Develops services to assist faculty and the administration in increasing scholarly impact and productivity at the Law School;

·       Participates in activities related to faculty governance, scholarly research, and professional service, as required for appointed rank and established by the faculty handbook. 

A J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school and an M.L.S. from an ALA-accredited program, a degree in information science, or the equivalent degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

·       Comprehensive knowledge of commonly used electronic and legal information resources, as well as an understanding and interest in emergent technologies, including, but not limited to, artificial intelligence and machine learning.

·       Additional coursework or certification(s) in artificial intelligence, machine learning, or data science.

·       Understanding of machine learning principles and their application to legal research, and proficiency with major legal research platforms (e.g., Westlaw and Lexis) and their generative AI features.

·       Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to represent the library to multiple stakeholders and explain technical concepts to non-technical users.

·       Demonstrated leadership experience, including guiding strategic planning initiatives, and overseeing management of budget and personnel.

·       Knowledge of best practices, as well as current trends and innovations, in academic law library administration and operation.

·       Teaching experience in traditional classroom and online settings (asynchronous and/or synchronous).

·       Record of scholarly activity and/or professional service, including presentations, publications, and service to professional organizations.

·       Active membership in the relevant professional organizations (AALL, etc.) and experience in academic law libraries or similar environments.

Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions.  This includes commitment to the University?s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and respect consistent with the University?s Mission.  Additionally, applicants must have demonstrated experience with, and understanding of, the broad diversity of the University community (students, faculty, staff and others).

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.

Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University.  The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Duquesne University is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse faculty that reflects contemporary society, serves our academic mission and enriches our campus community. As a charter member of the Ohio, Western PA and West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC), we encourage applicants from members of underrepresented groups, and support dual-career couples.

Founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit, Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Its Mission Statement commits the University to ?serving God by serving students through commitment to excellence in liberal and professional education, through a profound concern for moral and spiritual values, through the maintenance of an ecumenical atmosphere open to diversity, and through service to the Church, the community, the nation and the world. Applicants for this position should describe how they might support and contribute to the mission.

Motivated by its Catholic and Spiritan identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.

Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.

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About Duquesne University

Duquesne University, a private, Catholic institution, prides itself on being mission-centered and mission-driven. Our employees contribute to our culture of academic excellence and our mission of serving God by serving students. In turn, they enjoy a supportive working environment that values individual talents, encourages teamwork and rewards accomplishments. A nationally ranked top-tier university, Duquesne has established a legacy of excellence in liberal and professional education. Our 14:1 student-faculty ratio allows our students to work closely with expert faculty. Duquesne has also won accolades and recognition among the nation’s top 20 small research schools for our research initiatives and faculty productivity. Situated on a 50-acre campus within the city, Duquesne provides a small-town feel in an urban setting. The Pittsburgh region offers a variety of cultural, education and professional opportunities, as well as a safe and affordable lifestyle. We strive to attract, recruit and retain a dynamic, diverse workforce. Our employees benefit from an array of campus resources that provide convenience and cost savings, including a variety of dining options, a full-ser...vice Starbucks, a retail bank and credit union, a fitness center and year-round wellness programs and onsite parking. Employees also may take advantage of the many educational, cultural and sporting events sponsored by the university.

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