Director, Library and Information Services

Make a difference at one of Florida’s premier institutions for education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college in the region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique working environment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of a culture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our students and University succeed. Florida Poly offers a small campus academic environment where students form connections with their faculty and peers as they pursue high-value degrees in engineering and applied sciences. The University is equipped with cutting-edge facilities and equipment and two award-winning, architecturally distinct academic buildings. Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs of industry and provide a life-long educational foundation for students, has helped the institution grow in prominence since its opening in 2014. Florida Poly’s deliberately small classes, affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped it earn recognitions such as being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally for affordability, and in the top five best universities in the South for tech students. Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly is educating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attracting standout talent from across the nation.    JOB TITLE   Director, Library and Information Services   JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY   Florida Polytechnic University, home to the nation’s first 100% digital academic library, seeks an energetic thought partner to help us grow the University Library’s impact in support of our distinctive mission as a STEM-focused, innovation-driven university. The Director, Library and Information Services, serves as a strategic partner in advancing student learning, supporting faculty research and instructional excellence, and shaping the ethical and effective use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, across the curriculum. This position provides leadership for a fully digital library ecosystem that prioritizes access, discovery, and engagement, and aligns library collections and services with the University’s academic programs, student services, and research priorities. This role includes managing the Florida Industrial and Phosphate Research Institute (FIPRI) library.   JOB DESCRIPTION   Responsibilities:Digital Library Strategy and InnovationAdvance and sustain a cohesive vision for a fully digital academic library that supports the University’s mission and academic priorities.Evaluate and implement emerging trends in digital librarianship, scholarly communication, and information technologies, including AI-enabled tools.Collaborate with the Florida Virtual Campus (FLVC) and other partners to optimize access to shared digital resources and consortial services.Student Learning and Academic EngagementPartner with faculty and academic units to integrate information literacy, digital literacy, and AI literacy into undergraduate and graduate curricula.Design and deliver instructional support, workshops, and learning resources that enhance student research skills and critical evaluation of information.Develop online research guides, tutorials, and other digital learning objects to support student success in a flexible, online-first environment.Collection Development and Research SupportAlign digital collections, databases, and scholarly resources with faculty research agendas and academic program disciplines.Provide consultative support to faculty and students related to research design, discovery strategies, data use, copyright, and open scholarship.Lead initiatives related to textbooks, affordability, and open educational resources to promote access and student success.Faculty Instructional Development and Artificial IntelligenceCollaborate with faculty to support instructional design and the integration of digital and AI-enabled tools into teaching and research.Support campus programming and guidance related to the ethical, transparent, and effective use of artificial intelligence in higher education.Remain current with innovations in artificial intelligence, educational technology, and digital scholarship to inform library services.Other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited Library and Information Science program (or equivalent).Minimum of eight years of progressively responsible experience in an academic library or higher-education setting.In lieu of a degree, any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with digital collections, electronic resources, and online learning environments strongly preferred.Experience in a Florida public college or university system is desirable.Experience as a STEM librarian.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities KSAs:Demonstrated understanding of academic librarianship in a digital-first or fully digital environment.Strong commitment to student learning, faculty collaboration, and service excellence.Knowledge of current and emerging trends in information literacy, scholarly communication, educational technology, and artificial intelligence.Ability to design and deliver instructional and research support in both synchronous and asynchronous formats.Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.Ability to independently initiate projects while also contributing effectively within collaborative and cross-functional teams.Ability to foster collaborative relationships with faculty, students, administrators, and external partners in support of institutional goals.REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR OTHER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF LAW:Must possess a valid driver’s license.This position requires a criminal background check, which may include a Level II screening as required by Florida Statute §435.04.This position