Leadership Searches
USF Libraries Dean Search
The University of South Florida (USF) invites nominations, expressions of interest, and applications for an exceptional leader to serve as Dean of the USF Libraries. The university seeks a dynamic leader who will build on the USF 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 USF 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 USF Libraries drive student, faculty, and staff success in alignment with USF’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 USF 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 USF at the forefront of research, teaching, and clinical innovation.
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About USF Libraries
The University of South Florida 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 USF Libraries contribute to student success, faculty excellence, and lifelong learning for our community.
The USF 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 USF Herbarium, one of the largest herbaria in the United States and the second largest in Florida.
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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 USF Libraries.
USF Libraries Search Advisory Committee
- Steven Tauber, Committee Chair, Professor of Political Science and Vice Provost Faculty Administration
- Andrew Beman-Cavallaro, Assistant Librarian, Research & Instruction, USF Libraries
- Amanda Boczar, Associate Director, Digital Initiatives, USF 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, USF 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, Copyright & Intellectual Property Librarian, USF 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, LIS Program Director, School of Information, College of Arts & Sciences
Listening Sessions & Meetings
| Audience | Date & Time | Meeting Access |
|---|---|---|
| Search Advisory Kick Off | March 10, from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm | Microsoft Teams +1 813-694-2079,,539355181# |
| USF Libraries Leadership Listening Session | March 18, from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm | Microsoft Teams |
| Library Council Listening Session | March 26, from 2:00 - 3:00 pm | Microsoft Teams |
| General Faculty Listening Session | March 27, from 3:00 - 4:00 pm | Microsoft Teams |