Director of Special Collections Strategy & Development

Job Title Director of Special Collections Strategy & Development Agency Texas A&M University Department Libraries Proposed Minimum Salary $8,665.00 monthly Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Glimpse of the Job The Texas A&M University Libraries are seeking a Director of Special Collections Strategy & Development to guide the growth of the department within the Special Collections and Archives Division (SCA). This role leads a team of specialized curators, oversees stewardship of key collections, including those not assigned to specific curators, and champions initiatives that expand access and engagement with SCA materials. The position also calls for a strong record of progressively responsible project leadership, including developing new programs, taking on emerging challenges, and managing complex initiatives that strengthen collection visibility and impact. The Librarian Director works closely with the Associate University Librarian and fellow division directors on division‑wide planning, resource allocation, fundraising, and program development, contributing to a collaborative leadership team dedicated to advancing the mission of the SCA Division. This is an on-campus opportunity. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site at our College Station campus. This position requires occasional evening/weekend hours for event support.

Salary:

$103,980.00/annually with a $3,000.00 allowance for professional development.

Cover Letter/Resume:

A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section. Opportunities to Contribute Director of Special Collections Strategies and Development Leads strategic planning, daily operations, resource allocation, and personnel management for the Special Collections department. Guides long‑term collection development and mentors a team of specialized curators. Collaborations and Partnerships Works closely with SCA leadership on division‑wide planning, donor cultivation, fundraising, and procedural development. Collaborates across divisions to advance digital initiatives, enhance discovery and preservation, and expand the impact of collections through teaching, exhibitions, programming, and specialized reference services. Curatorial Oversight Provides primary curatorial stewardship for collections not assigned to specific curators. Contributions to the Profession Engages in scholarly and professional activities to integrate emerging ideas and technologies into library services. Serves on committees and partners with campus units to advocate for the Libraries.

Qualifications Required Education and Experience:

Master's degree in library science or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ten years of related experience. A well-qualified candidate will also possess: Over 10 years experience in libraries, archives, museums, or public history settings. Demonstrated record of progressively responsible experience with projects and/or services, such as taking on new challenges, developing programs to promote collection engagement, and project management. Significant work with archival and special collections, including accessioning and preservation. Strong knowledge of academic library functions, cataloging standards, and archival metadata (e.g., EAD, DACS). Experience with collection management and library technology systems (AtoM, ArchivesSpace, Aeon). Demonstrated leadership, including supervisory experience and progressively responsible project work. Proven ability to manage projects and adapt to rapidly shifting priorities. Experience with digital project lifecycles, including born‑digital and digitized materials. Effective communication skills across all organizational levels. Ability to multi‑task, collaborate, and resolve conflicts in team environments. Reading knowledge of at least one non‑English language. What You Need to Do Apply! Submit a resume/CV and cover letter. These documents will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume. Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application. Why Texas A&M University? Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. The Libraries are the indispensable hub of discovery, learning and creativity with the teaching and research that goes on in the colleges and academic departments. We offer rich and extraordinary collections at the University Libraries. The Libraries' resources and services enable and support the University missions of teaching, research, and service. Learn more about our various libraries at https://library.tamu.edu We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month Automatic enrollment in the

Teacher Retirement System of Texas Health and Wellness:

Free exercise programs and release time

Professional Development:

All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Director of Special Collections Strategy & Development 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 301 Tarrow St FL 6, College Station, TX 77840 $8,665

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• Full-time Job Title Director of Special Collections Strategy & Development Agency Texas A&M University Department Libraries Proposed Minimum Salary $8,665.

00 monthly Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Glimpse of the Job The Texas A&M University Libraries are seeking a Director of Special Collections Strategy & Development to guide the growth of the department within the Special Collections and Archives Division (SCA). This role leads a team of specialized curators, oversees stewardship of key collections, including those not assigned to specific curators, and champions initiatives that expand access and engagement with SCA materials. The position also calls for a strong record of progressively responsible project leadership, including developing new programs, taking on emerging challenges, and managing complex initiatives that strengthen collection visibility and impact. The Librarian Director works closely with the Associate University Librarian and fellow division directors on division‑wide planning, resource allocation, fundraising, and program development, contributing to a collaborative leadership team dedicated to advancing the mission of the SCA Division. This is an on-campus opportunity. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site at our College Station campus. This position requires occasional evening/weekend hours for event support.

Salary:

$103,980.00/annually with a $3,000.00 allowance for professional development.

Cover Letter/Resume:

A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section. Opportunities to Contribute Director of Special Collections Strategies and Development Leads strategic planning, daily operations, resource allocation, and personnel management for the Special Collections department. Guides long‑term collection development and mentors a team of specialized curators. Collaborations and Partnerships Works closely with SCA leadership on division‑wide planning, donor cultivation, fundraising, and procedural development. Collaborates across divisions to advance digital initiatives, enhance discovery and preservation, and expand the impact of collections through teaching, exhibitions, programming, and specialized reference services. Curatorial Oversight Provides primary curatorial stewardship for collections not assigned to specific curators. Contributions to the Profession Engages in scholarly and professional activities to integrate emerging ideas and technologies into library services. Serves on committees and partners with campus units to advocate for the Libraries.

Qualifications Required Education and Experience:

Master's degree in library science or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ten years of related experience. A well-qualified candidate will also possess: Over 10 years experience in libraries, archives, museums, or public history settings. Demonstrated record of progressively responsible experience with projects and/or services, such as taking on new challenges, developing programs to promote collection engagement, and project management. Significant work with archival and special collections, including accessioning and preservation. Strong knowledge of academic library functions, cataloging standards, and archival metadata (e.g., EAD, DACS). Experience with collection management and library technology systems (AtoM, ArchivesSpace, Aeon). Demonstrated leadership, including supervisory experience and progressively responsible project work. Proven ability to manage projects and adapt to rapidly shifting priorities. Experience with digital project lifecycles, including born‑digital and digitized materials. Effective communication skills across all organizational levels. Ability to multi‑task, collaborate, and resolve conflicts in team environments. Reading knowledge of at least one non‑English language. What You Need to Do Apply! Submit a resume/CV and cover letter. These documents will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume. Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application. Why Texas A&M University? Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. The Libraries are the indispensable hub of discovery, learning and creativity with the teaching and research that goes on in the colleges and academic departments. We offer rich and extraordinary collections at the University Libraries. The Libraries' resources and services enable and support the University missions of teaching, research, and service. Learn more about our various libraries at https://library.tamu.edu We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month Automatic enrollment in the

Teacher Retirement System of Texas Health and Wellness:

Free exercise programs and release time

Professional Development:

All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.