[Eril-l] Western Michigan University seeks nominations and applications for the position of Dean of Librarie

[George A Boston]

Western Michigan University seeks nominations and applications for the position of Dean of Libraries. Reporting to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean is responsible for visionary, innovative leadership within the Library and for leading the Libraries’ strategic initiatives to advance the University’s educational, research and public-service goals. The Dean will forge strong collaborative relationships with academic deans and other administrative leaders to envision new opportunities and enable seamless integration of the Libraries into the intellectual life and strategic development of the University. As a member of the Provost’s Council, the Dean will provide a strong and influential voice in setting the academic direction of the University in support of being learner centered, discovery driven, and globally engaged. 

Western Michigan University is a nationally recognized research university classified as high research by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. WMU offers nearly 250 academic programs to students pursuing degrees, including 30 doctoral programs. More than 20 percent of its 24,000 students are enrolled in graduate course work. The University strives to achieve excellence as a learner centered, discovery driven, and globally engaged in institution. For more information on the University’s vision and strategic plan, please visit www.wmich.edu/strategic . 

WMU is an active international partner in interlibrary loan and document delivery. Through these substantial and comprehensive holdings, the expertise of motivated professionals, exemplary facilities, customer-focused service, and user-centered technology, University Libraries shapes lives to transform the global future. 
The successful candidate will have had experience in library services in a research university, as designated by Carnegie classification. He or she will be committed to progressive, innovative library programs and services; developing a well-trained, motivated, highly service-oriented staff; continuous learning and growth at every level of the organization; and supporting advanced research and scholarship. 

Confidential applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled. Candidate screening will begin immediately. For best consideration, applications and nominations should be provided by August 14, 2015 . 

A complete application will include a letter describing relevant experiences and interest in the position; current curriculum vitae; and the names of five references with titles, mailing addresses, business/home telephone numbers and email addresses. Individuals who wish to nominate a candidate should submit a letter of nomination, including the name, position, address, telephone number and email address of the nominee. Please visit www.wmich.edu/hr/jobs for detailed information and application procedures. Greenwood/Asher & Associates, an executive search firm, is assisting Western Michigan University in the search. 

For a detailed position description, please visit http://www.wmich.edu/provost/administrative-searches 

Applications and letters of nominations should be submitted to: 

Jan Greenwood or Betty Turner Asher, Partners 
Greenwood/Asher & Associates, Inc. 
42 Business Centre Drive, Suite 206 
Miramar Beach, Florida 32550 
Phone: 850-650-2277 / Fax: 850-650-2272 
Email: jangreenwood at greenwoodsearch.com 
Email: bettyasher at greenwoodsearch.com 

For more information on WMU and the Kalamazoo Community, please visit www.wmich.edu/ and www.kalamazoocity.org . 
WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply . 

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George Boston 
Electronic Resources and Serials Librarian 
University Libraries 
Western Michigan University 
Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5353 
Tel: 269-387-5147 / Fax: 269-387-5193 
Personal email: george.boston at wmich.edu 
Departmental email: lib-serials at wmich.edu 
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