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Director-Library Services -- Midland College -- Midland, TX Classification Title: Administration-12 m Work Location: Main Campus-3600 N. Garfield, Midland, TX The Director of Library Services oversees all library operations at Midland College, providing leadership over all full-time and part-time staff as well as a robust physical and digital collection. The director collaborates with faculty and staff to align library resources and services with the needs of the instructional services division as well as the needs of students. This role fosters a student-centered environment by providing high quality services and innovative programming. Required Qualifications Master’s degree from a regionally accredited university Experience in a leadership role in an educational environment Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology Must possess a valid Texas Driver License, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland College’s insurance policy Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree from an American Library Association accredited school in Library Science, Library and Information Science, or Information Science Supervisory experience Experience serving as a library director or similar position Experience working at an institution of higher education Demonstrated success in collaborating with faculty and other instructional leaders Essential Functions Provides leadership and supervision for all full-time and part-time library staff Provides leadership for the overall development and maintenance of the physical and digital collections Ensures robust library instruction offerings, general library programming, and information literacy support for Midland College students and faculty Ensures the integration of library services into academic, technical, and community programs by building and maintaining strong partnerships with faculty and instructional leaders across the divisions Collaborates with academic support staff to provide holistic and seamless student support in the Learning Resource Center Provides administrative leadership for all Midland College library sites (including the MC Main Campus, Branch Campus in Fort Stockton, and each of MC’s instructional sites, including dual credit sites) Serves as a financial manager for the Library Services budget and associated grants Provides leadership for data collection and ensures integrity in data reporting (IPEDS, ACRL, internal data, etc.) Other duties as assigned Physical Demands Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time The person in this position needs to occasionally move or drive to other locations on and off campus This position may require occasional travel for training, meetings, and events both in and out of town Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Use of manual dexterity The person in this position frequently communicates with others verbally and electronically; must be able to exchange accurate information Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus Frequently moves books, equipment, or paperwork weighing up to 25 pounds Duties indoors and some outdoors Office and library setting Ability to work extended hours and attend Midland College or community events Security Sensitivity All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation. Pay Statement: Salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience. Posting Number: P01397S2016 Open Date: 10/09/2025 Position Available: Immediately Special Instructions to Applicants All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, resume, and transcripts (if applicable.) Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire (if applicable). If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days. EEO Statement In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr