Director Of Special Collections Strategy & Development
Texas A&M University
College Station, United States
Base: $103,980.00/annually; bonus/equity: not spec...
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Special collections stewardship
Strategic planning for collections
Team leadership and mentorship
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Texas A&M University is seeking a Director of Special Collections Strategy & Development to lead and enhance the growth of the Special Collections and Archives Division. The role involves strategic planning, managing a team of curators, and fostering engagement with archival materials while requiring on-site presence in College Station, Texas.
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Job Summary
This role leads a team of specialized curators, oversees stewardship of key collections, and champions initiatives that expand access and engagement with SCA materials.
The position calls for a strong record of progressively responsible project leadership, including developing new programs 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.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Texas A&M University is seeking a Director of Special Collections Strategy & Development to lead and enhance the growth of the Special Collections and Archives Division. The role involves strategic planning, managing a team of curators, and fostering engagement with archival materials while requiring on-site presence in College Station, Texas.
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Salary
Base: $103,980.00/annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: $3,000.00 allowance for professional development
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Special Collections stewardship
strategic planning for collections
team leadership and mentorship
fundraising and donor cultivation
digital initiatives for collections
Nice-to-have
scholarly professional activities
advocating for library services
integrating emerging technologies
Key Requirements
Master’s degree in library science or equivalent
Ten years of related experience
Over 10 years experience in libraries, archives, museums, or public history
Reading knowledge of at least one non-English language