Associate Dean for Library Operations

South Dakota State University’s Hilton M. Briggs Library seeks an Associate Dean for Library Operations. This new position will serve as the Dean of the Library’s primary administrative partner, assuming leadership in the Dean’s absence. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of day-to-day operations in concert with library division heads ensuring organizational effectiveness. The Associate Dean position is designed to provide leadership, coordination, and support for library services, planning, and assessment while fostering an environment of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The Library supports SDSU’s pursuit of R1 status by leading innovative and effective library operations that strengthen the university’s research capacity. Library personnel include faculty, paraprofessional, staff, and student employees. This successful candidate will be considered for Associate Librarian or Librarian rank depending on qualifications.