Senior Library Manager

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the University Library’s strategic plans, operational goals, and long-term development initiatives in alignment with the University’s strategic priorities.
• Oversee library operations, including circulation, reference services, acquisitions, cataloging, archives, technical services, and digital resources.
• Manage integrated library systems (ILS), databases, repositories, discovery platforms, and OPAC systems.
• Oversee Elsevier’s PURE Research Information Management System (RIMS), including publications management, research profiles, analytics, and reporting.
• Support faculty and researchers in scholarly publishing, citation management, research visibility, academic integrity, and access to scholarly resources.
• Develop and deliver information literacy programs, workshops, and user training sessions.
• Prepare and manage the Library budget and evaluate resource utilization, subscriptions, and vendor agreements.
• Lead, supervise, and develop library staff and foster a collaborative and service-oriented environment.
• Develop workforce plans and identify staffing, training, and professional development needs.
• Support accreditation, quality assurance, institutional effectiveness, and compliance with copyright, licensing, and information management standards.
• Establish partnerships with academic libraries, publishers, and professional organizations, and represent the University in relevant forums.
• Serve on University committees and perform other duties assigned by the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.
• Foster a collaborative, innovative, and service-oriented working environment that encourages staff participation in library operations and initiatives.
• Prepare, recommend, and manage the Library’s annual budget and monitor expenditures in accordance with University policies and financial regulations.
• Evaluate subscriptions, databases, vendor agreements, and resource allocations to ensure cost-effectiveness and institutional value.
• Recommend infrastructure improvements, technology enhancements, and future library development initiatives.
• Assess and recommend library space requirements, facilities utilization, and long-term building and infrastructure needs.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with academic and administrative units regarding library initiatives, services, and institutional requirements.
• Encourage community engagement and outreach initiatives related to library services and educational resources.

Other Duties

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science, Library Science, Information Management, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressively responsible experience in academic libraries, including at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Experience in higher education and familiarity with library technologies, digital resources, academic databases, and research support systems are required
• Demonstrated experience in library technologies, digital resource management, budgeting, strategic planning, collection development, and staff supervision.
• Experience supporting accreditation and quality assurance processes is highly desirable.
• Experience with Research Information Management Systems is preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of academic library operations, systems, standards, and best practices.
• Knowledge of integrated library systems, institutional repositories, discovery platforms, and electronic resource management systems.
• Strong leadership, organizational, project management, and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, students, administrators, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in a dynamic academic environment.
• Commitment to innovation, service excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

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