Associate Dean of Libraries

The Associate Dean of Libraries is a member of the UMaine Libraries leadership team and, under the direction of the Dean of Libraries, is responsible for financial planning and personnel management. Providing leadership to ensure that UMaine Libraries makes the most effective use of resources in meeting operational needs, the Associate Dean will manage all Libraries business functions including implementation of financial procedures. This role will also support cross-departmental project coordination and provide administrative oversight – to include Merrill Library staff at the University of Maine, Machias – to ensure that projects and assessments are carried out in a timely and effective manner while ensuring alignment with the mission and vision of the University of Maine Libraries. The Associate Dean serves as the primary library administrator in the dean’s absence, and represents the Libraries at campus, system, regional and national fora. The hiring range for this position is $85,000 to $92,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• The attached job description explains duties in the following categories: Financial & Resource Stewardship, Personnel Management, and Other Reasonable Related Duties including Project Management.

Job Description 

About the University:
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. 

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. 

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

Qualifications:
Required:

• Master’s degree in Library & Information Science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program  
• Demonstrated competency in budget development, planning, and management
• Demonstrated experience in personnel management, including staff supervision and accountability, such as providing performance feedback, implementing corrective actions, and maintaining documented records of staff coaching and corrections
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively with faculty, librarians, and external partners

Preferred:

• Two or more years of experience as unit head or higher in an academic library
• Project management experience
• Knowledge of Alma, Primo, Specto, and other library software
• Experience in collective bargaining and shared governance environment
   

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on September 13, 2026.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.