Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is hiring: Unit Assistant Director

Position Description Are you a library leader passionate about empowering health professionals to pioneer breakthroughs in medicine, nursing, and beyond? We are seeking a dynamic Unit Assistant Director – Reference Librarian who assists the Unit Associate Director and the Executive Director of Libraries in the library’s overall operations and provides leadership to staff. This role isn’t just about the management of a campus library – it’s about curating a launchpad for evidence-based discoveries, fostering interprofessional collaboration, and bridging cutting‑edge resources with the diverse communities of rural West Texas. Major / Essential Functions Assists Unit Associate Director and Executive Director of Libraries in administration of library services. Manages public services staff and resources as required for daily library operation. Executes duties required for reference librarianship and public services, namely answering patron questions, supporting institutional outreach, serving as a liaison to select clinical and academic departments. Actively participates in research projects and embedded instruction as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related area plus four years of progressively responsible supervisory experience OR a combination of education and/or years of progressively responsible supervisory experience to equal a minimum of 8 years. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree from an American Library Association accredited institution. At least three years of experience in a health sciences library environment, with a preferred two years of supervisory experience. Skilled in research strategy and health informatics database searching. Public speaking and presentation skills. Required Attachments Cover Letter, Resume / CV Benefits Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full‑time team members Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more Retirement Plans Wellness Programs Certified Mother‑Friendly Workplace Job Type Full Time Pay Basis Monthly Pay Grade Minimum $52,752.00 Pay Grade Maximum $66,330.00 Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan. Grant Funded? No Travel Required Up to 25% Shift Day Does this position work in a research laboratory? No EEO Statement All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Jeanne Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx. #J-18808-Ljbffr