Department:

10195 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Library

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

N/A

Pay Range

$85.00 - $136.00

Major Responsibilities:

Lead the development and implementation of a forward-thinking vision for library services and resources that aligns with the goals and initiatives of Advocate Health’s National Academic Model. Engage key stakeholders to execute a strategic vision for the Advocate Health Library System that is aligned with Advocate Health strategic differentiators. Integrate and deploy the system strategic plan with a focus on innovation and equitable access to resources. Lead the planning, evaluation, and enhancement of a customer-oriented library system that promotes and supports a technology infrastructure that integrates with existing and planned core systems in Advocate Health. Lead the integration of library services into clinical and educational programs to support evidence-based medicine and groundbreaking research. Oversee the management and operations of library facilities, resources, and services across the enterprise, ensuring efficient and effective delivery and support. Manage the library system’s budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and identifying funding opportunities, grants and partnerships to support initiatives. Oversee the acquisition, organization, and maintenance of medical literature, databases, and electronic resources for use across the Advocate Health Library System. Foster partnerships with healthcare professionals, educators, researchers and administrators to enhance library services and support academic and clinical activities. Ensure adherence to best practices in library management, including collection development, cataloging, and user services. Lead the planning and development of library system spaces across the enterprise, ensuring that all spaces are used efficiently and productively. 

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

None

Education Required:

Master's degree in Library Science (MLS or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited program. 

Experience Required:

Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in library management, preferably within a healthcare or academic setting. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Demonstrated leadership experience with a strong track record of strategic planning, staff development, and budget management. Knowledge and experience in developing and leading quality initiatives, improvements, and programs to include, if necessary, appropriate metrics and benchmarks. Knowledge of emerging trends in library services, digital libraries, and information technology. A strong, verifiable advocacy for excellent service. Excellent interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with diverse parties in complex situations as well as being highly skilled in conflict resolution, e.g., negotiator, arbitrator, facilitator, consensus builder. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the confidence sufficient to represent the organization in both formal and informal settings. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Generally exposed to a normal office environment. Occasional travel to meet business needs; may be exposed to weather and road conditions. Operate all equipment essential to performing the job. 

Preferred Job Requirements

Additional master’s degree in a relevant field. Certification as a Medical Librarian (MLIS) or equivalent. Experience with large-scale digital library initiatives and electronic resource management systems. Experience with medical and/or health sciences libraries. Experience in an academic Learning Health System or similar integrated healthcare and research environment. Understanding of research support services, data management, and open access initiatives. Knowledge of healthcare policies, regulations, and practices. Experience in research support services and scholarly communication. 

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or trainingPremium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's jobIncentive pay for select positionsOpportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

Paid Time Off programsHealth and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expensesFamily benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leaveDefined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programsEducational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health 

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.