Executive Director, Hatch Learning Commons - Bay Path University, Longmeadow, MA. Company Description: When Bay Path opened its doors to
students in downtown Springfield, MA in 1897, it had a very clear goal:
to provide a practical, affordable, and career-oriented education to
meet the needs of companies, organizations, and communities. From the
beginning, Bay Path prided itself on being entrepreneurial, constantly
pushing the boundaries of the academic experience to fit the student. To
start them on the road of success. We still do. Today, that spirit and
philosophy is more important than ever in higher education. At Bay Path,
it's not just the number and breadth of undergraduate and graduate
programs that defines us - and we have many - but it is our ability to
connect the classroom to learning to leadership to experience to career
that is at the core of what we do best. We know the work that needs to
be done.
Bay Path University, an independent and not-for-profit institution,
was named Among Fastest Growing Baccalaureate Colleges by the Chronicle
of Higher Education Almanac, and is a member of the Women's College
Coalition. With a main campus in Longmeadow, MA and four satellite
locations, (East Longmeadow, Sturbridge, Concord, Springfield), Bay Path
offers undergraduate, graduate (for women and men) degrees, and
professional certificates. We're committed to preparing our students to
navigate a constantly changing world. Whether it is one of our
innovative academic programs, groundbreaking online learning platform,
or through our Women as Empowered Learners and Leaders initiative, we
educate our students in ways that will help them to grow, learn to
adapt, and always to flourish. Be part of the change. We invite you to
visit our website at www.baypath.edu where you can learn more about Bay
Path University.
Job Description: Full-Time; some evenings and
weekends as needed. Standard hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Schedule may
vary depending on need. Location: Longmeadow, MA campus. Under the
general direction of the Associate Dean, Learning Resources and Academic
Support Services, the Executive Director manages the day to day
operations of the Hatch Learning Commons, which is comprised of library
operations, instructional design services, emerging learning
technologies and online learning support for the University. The
Executive Director coordinates all activities of the Learning Commons in
such a way as to maximize student and faculty use of these resources
and implements the strategic plan for Hatch Learning Commons. The
Executive Director provides direct supervision for the operation of each
of the components and oversees instructional design operations for
graduate and traditional undergraduate programs/courses at the
University. In collaboration with the Associate Dean, the Executive
Director develops and manages the budget for library services and online
& digital learning. The Executive Director also leads the OER and
the digital badging initiative.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Personnel Management and Supervision: Serves as the lead
administrator of the Hatch Learning Commons including library
operations, instructional design services, emerging learning technology
and online learning support. Review, approve, and monitor all
expenditures of Hatch Learning Commons. Encourages staff excellence in
performing job duties and professional development. Encourages
collaboration within the Learning Commons and across University
departments. Participates in the assessment of effectiveness of programs
and services provided by the Learning Commons. Hires, supervises, and
evaluate annual performances for the Coordinator of Library Services,
Access Services Librarian, Senior Instructional Designer, Emerging
Technologies Associate, and Learning Commons Support Coordinator.
Programs & Services: Support the vision, mission, goals, and
objectives of the Hatch Learning Commons to ensure that resources and
services meet the changing needs of students, faculty, and curriculum.
Leads the Learning Commons in the planning, implementation, and
evaluation of existing and new programs and resources in relation to
library services, information management, instructional design, online
learning and emerging learning technology. Supports the preparation and
management of the budgets for all Hatch Learning Commons units and
functions. Establishes Learning Commons operating policies and
procedures, and develops goals and objectives for the Commons.
Collaborates with the technology staff to insure the Learning Commons
systems are seamlessly integrated with other University systems.
Oversees instructional design operations for the traditional and
graduate programs. Supervision of information literacy and library
instruction classes or courses to students and faculty. Leads the
digital badging initiative. Leads the OER initiative. Coordinates the
activities of the Learning Commons in such a way as to maximize student
and faculty use of these resources. Leverages the interface between
people, information, and technology while enabling the future of library
and academic technology to support student and faculty success. In
conference with the Coordinator of Library Services, library staff and
faculty, collaborates on developing, reviewing, and revising information
literacy curriculum and related information literacy learning resources
and assessments of student learning outcomes. Collaborates with
academic and student services divisions to enhance and improve programs
and services. Reviews and revises, as appropriate, all information
regarding Learning Commons programs, services and procedures found in
the catalog and on the website(s), student handbook, and policies and
procedures documentation. Maintains appropriate records for student and
community usage of programs and services. In conjunction with the
Coordinator of Library Services and library professional staff, reviews
and maintains partnership agreements and related regulations and
standards of library practice. Communicates and implements
administrative and academic policies for Learning Commons staff.
Provides information and support to other areas of the University.
General Administrative Duties and Responsibilities: Develops and
provides oversight and manages the budgets and negotiates contracts for
the library and the Center for Online and Digital Learning. Provides
administrative oversight of academic technology systems including:
Canvas, Turnitin, Voicethread, library systems and emerging
technologies. Approves all expenditures by members of the Learning
Commons. Acts on all staff requests for attendance at professional
conferences and meetings in consultation with the Associate Dean.
Ensures that Learning Commons policies and procedures are consistent
with institutional policies and procedures. Represents the Learning
Commons on University committees. Serves on committees as assigned.
Professional and External Affairs Management: Holds regular
meetings with appropriate faculty and staff to review and evaluate
policies and procedures. Attends and represents the University at
affinity groups and other meetings, conventions, seminars, workshops, as
appropriate. Supports and assists Learning Commons staff to meet their
needs for professional development. Supports outreach activities to the
community to encourage utilization of library resources and services.
Attend trainings as required. Perform any other duties or tasks as
assigned by the University.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Coordinator of
Library Services, Access Services Librarian, Senior Instructional
Designer, Learning Commons Support Coordinator, Emerging Technologies
Associate, Other positions as assigned.
Requirements: Master's degree from an accredited
institution in library science, instructional technology systems, or
other closely related field. Minimum five (5) years of library
administration, instructional design leadership or online learning
leadership in a higher education environment preferred. Experience in
developing and implementing assessment of programs and services, and/or
assessment of student learning. Minimum three (3) years management
experience in post-secondary institutions at the director level.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite products. Strong organizational
and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively
with wide variety of internal constituents. Innovative thinker and
adaptable leadership style. Strong technical skills and ability to learn
and apply new and emerging learning technologies. Ability to handle
confidential information with discretion and within FERPA guidelines.
Ability to adhere to University policies and procedures. Experience
working with diverse populations to create an inclusive and collegial
campus climate; committed to a culture of diversity, respect and
inclusion; demonstrated ability to build working relationships with
people having a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and
experiences different from ones' own. Demonstrated commitment to the
University's mission. General knowledge of the University's mission,
purpose and goals and the role this position plays in achieving those
goals.
Additional Information: Commitment to Diversity
and Inclusion. Bay Path University is a diverse community devoted to
proactively nurturing a campus-wide culture that promotes and ensures
respect, inclusion and safety for all members regardless of race, color,
national origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation and gender
identity, socio-economic background, or physical ability. We are one
University that opens our hearts and minds to conversations, to learning
and to creating a community that is welcoming of all. Regardless of
position, it is expected that each employee will embrace this commitment
and demonstrate an attitude of respect toward and acceptance of all
members of our community.
Bay Path University is a smoke- and tobacco-free community.
All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory background checking.
Application Instructions: Applicants for this
position should attach a cover letter resume / curriculum vitae, the
contact information for four (4) professional, work related references
and any other relevant information pertaining to this position and your
candidacy. Please apply online: http://www.Click2Apply.net/fvwgs7s92jv2h7jk. Faxes and emails will not be accepted.
Bay Path University is dedicated to building a culturally diverse
and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and learning in a
multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from
minorities, women and all underrepresented backgrounds. An Equal
Opportunity Employer, Bay Path University is committed to fostering
diversity in its student body, faculty, and staff. In compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and
require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position please email
us at HR@baypath.edu or call 413-565-1168.
