Leadership Searches
ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries Dean Search
The ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé (ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé) invites nominations, expressions of interest, and applications for an exceptional leader to serve as Dean of the ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries. The university seeks a dynamic leader who will build on the ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries' existing strengths to further advance the university toward becoming a top 25 public research university.
Leveraging a multi‑campus research library system, the Dean of ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries will play a pivotal role in advancing the university’s research and academic enterprise. This leader will guide all aspects of library operations—from strategic planning and collections to teaching and learning support, digital services, and outreach—ensuring the ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries drive student, faculty, and staff success in alignment with ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé’s strategic goals. The role calls for a visionary, forward-thinking leader committed to academic excellence, innovation, fundraising, and collaborative partnerships, who will lead long-range planning to position the ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries as a 21st-century research library. By anticipating and responding to emerging trends in scholarly communication, digital scholarship, data management, and information technology, the Dean will help keep ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé at the forefront of research, teaching, and clinical innovation.
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About ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries
The ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries accelerate learning and knowledge production through distinctive collections, innovative information services, and thought leadership. We are one library serving three diverse campus communities in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota-Manatee. As the heart of an AAU member university, the ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries contribute to student success, faculty excellence, and lifelong learning for our community.
The ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries provide access to over 3.8 million print & eBooks, 105,000 eJournal subscriptions, and over 24 million digital images. We offer specialized workshops, research assistance, and instruction support to students and faculty, as well as access to unique primary research materials across our distinct collections. We are also home to the ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Herbarium, one of the largest herbaria in the United States and the second largest in Florida.
Procedures for Inquiries, Nominations, and Candidacy
Applications, inquiries, and nominations should be submitted to Jack Farrell (jack@jackfarrell.com).
Interested candidates should provide a CV and a 2-page cover letter that addresses their interest in the role, qualifications, and a vision for the future of the ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries.
ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries Search Advisory Committee
- Steven Tauber, Committee Chair, Professor of Political Science and Vice Provost Faculty Administration
- Andrew Beman-Cavallaro, Assistant Librarian, Research & Instruction, ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries
- Amanda Boczar, Associate Director, Digital Initiatives, ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries
- Christine Brown, Associate Vice President, Innovative Education
- Deby Cassill, Associate Chair, Department of Integrative Biology, College of Arts & Sciences
- Shawna Durtschi, Chair of the Faculty Committee, Digital Scholarship Librarian, Research & Instruction, ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries
- Sheila Gobes-Ryan, Assistant Professor of Instruction, College of Engineering
- Thomas Hallock, Professor, Florida Studies Program, College of Arts & Sciences
- Jennifer Jasinski Schneider, Dean, College of Education
- Katelynn Paciorek, Student, President of Judy Genshaft Honors College Student Council,
- Scott Perry, Associate Professor, Department of History, College of Arts & Sciences
- LeEtta Schmidt, Director of Integrated Research and Impact Services and IP Librarian, ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries
- Davide Tanasi, Professor of Digital Humanities and Associate Chair, Department of History and Director of IDEx, College of Arts & Sciences
- Natalie Taylor, Associate Professor and Director, School of Information, College of Arts & Sciences
Listening Sessions & Meetings
| Audience | Date & Time | Meeting Access |
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| Search Advisory Kick Off | March 10, 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm | Microsoft Teams +1 813-694-2079,,539355181# |
| ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries Leadership Listening Session | March 18, 1:30 am - 12:30 pm | |
| ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Libraries (all team) Listening Session | March 26, 10:15 am - 11:00 am | |
| Library Council Listening Session | March 26, 2:00 - 3:00 pm | |
| General Faculty Listening Session | March 27, 3:00 - 4:00 pm | |
| Search Advisory Committee Meeting | May 11, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm | |
| Virtual Interview | May 14, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Microsoft Teams +1 813-694-2079,,735153250# |
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Virtual Interview |
May 14, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Microsoft Teams +1 813-694-2079,,271355506# |
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Virtual Interview |
May 15, 10:00 am - 11:00 am | Microsoft Teams +1 813-694-2079,,831692601# |
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Virtual Interview |
May 15, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Microsoft Teams +1 813-694-2079,,522229912# |
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Virtual Interview |
May 18, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Microsoft Teams +1 813-694-2079,,545482045# |
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Virtual Interview |
May 18, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Microsoft Teams +1 813-694-2079,,65431704# |
| Search Advisory Committee Meeting | May 20, from 2:15 pm - 4:15 pm | |
| Search Advisory Committee Breakfast with Candidate 1 | June 8, 7:30 am - 8:50 am | CGS 140 |
| Search Advisory Committee Breakfast with Candidate 2 | June 16, 7:30 am - 8:50 am | CGS 140 |
Candidate On Campus Interviews
Candidate details and CVs to be posted two days before on campus visits.
Lis Keith
June 8, ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Tampa campus
Open Forum
11:00 am - 11:50 am
Hybrid - LIB 125 or
June 9, ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé St. Petersburg campus
10:15 – 11:15 am
Library Poynter Corner, Nelson Poynter Memorial Library
Carol Ann Borchert ()
June 16, ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé Tampa campus
Open Forum
2:00 pm - 2:50 pm
Hybrid - CGS 136/138 or
June 17, ͬÐÔÁµÉ«Çé St. Petersburg campus
10:15 – 11:15 am
Library Poynter Corner, Nelson Poynter Memorial Library