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UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT

DIRECTOR OF THE FRANCES WILLSON THOMPSON LIBRARY

WELCOME MESSAGE FROM PROVOST SONJA FEIST-PRICE: Thank you for your interest in the University of Michigan-Flint! This is an extraordinary campus, rooted in the tradition of the University of Michigan’s commitment to excellence as a public institution of higher education. As a comprehensive regional university located in the heart of Flint, Michigan, we share a collective dedication to the ideals of teaching, scholarship, community engagement, inclusive excellence, and entrepreneurship. The Frances Willson Thompson Library at UM-Flint is ready for the next director who will enhance the consistent high level of quality and service that is the hallmark of this university and community institution. The ideal candidate will be a transformational leader, collaborator, and innovator who embraces the technological advances in the realm of library oversight and management. The Thompson Library is a crucial gathering space both on campus and online, and must have a leader who understands the vital importance of the user experience. It is expected the new director will be committed to the mission of learning, teaching, and scholarship that is central to UM-Flint. Flint is a welcoming place, where partnerships and collaboration abound. Community, hospital, and healthcare industry leaders work closely with UM-Flint to provide extraordinary opportunities for our faculty and students as they work to find solutions to regional challenges and expanding horizons. This is a region that works together for the common good. I recently celebrated my one year anniversary at UM-Flint as Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. This outstanding university has exceeded my high expectations. The faculty are creative and considerate of their students, and their flexibility and innovation as they rethink teaching methods during the ongoing pandemic is inspiring. Our students deeply value their educational experiences. The staff are an amazing resource, helping faculty and students alike so that teaching and learning may be pursued freely. We have outstanding partners in Flint, and they are deeply invested in the success of our students and the communities they will serve. It is my hope this prospectus provides you with the information you need to take the next step. Thank you for considering this amazing opportunity at UM-Flint!

Sincerely,

Sonja Feist-Price, Ph.D., Dr.Rh. Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

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ABOUT UM-FLINT The University of Michigan-Flint serves approximately 6,400 students across six colleges and schools: the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Management, the College of Health Sciences, the School of Education and Human Services, the School of Nursing, and the College of Innovation and Technology. UM-Flint offers degrees in more than 190 areas of study, including over 60 graduate programs. The institution offers a strong mix of liberal arts and sciences, education, business, and health-related professional programs. This combination of high quality liberal arts and professional and graduate programs in an urban institution is unique and shapes the institution’s culture and opportunities. The university is advancing its mission in implementing a strategic plan that emphasizes modest enrollment growth, improving student success and retention, the building of resources to support our growth, and increased engagement of students and faculty in experiential learning, research, and interdisciplinary programs. The student body profile supports our reputation as one of the premier regional comprehensive universities in the Midwest, with a makeup that is diverse and inclusive of learning at any age. The Flint campus is located about 60 miles from Ann Arbor and its sister campus in Dearborn. In response to urging by a broad base of community supporters, the campus was established in 1956 as the Flint College of the University of Michigan, a two-year upper-division institution intended to provide a high quality, low-cost liberal education to local students. It expanded gradually to take on a larger role, becoming a four-year regional campus in 1965. Being part of the University of Michigan was at the heart of the campus’ identity at the time of its founding, and continues to be so today. The available space on campus has grown since 2014. In that time, UM-Flint has taken ownership of the Riverfront Residence Hall and Conference Center, which added over 500 available beds in addition to those in the First Street Residence Hall. The The Riverfront Center is also home to the county’s largest event space, which is newly renovated and can accommodate large-scale recruitment, academic and community events. The new expansion of the Murchie Science Building provides state-of-the-art laboratories, student learning commons, and new faculty space to accommodate the 58% increase in STEM students in the last decade.

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WHY UM-FLINT? u The campus is one of three campuses of the legendary University of Michigan, the leading public university in the world. u In spite of the pandemic, UM-Flint is positioned for growth in enrollment, programs offered, and markets served in the future. Facilities and resources are in place, and the next five years will see a major transformation of the institution. u The connections to and partnerships with the community are strong. There are numerous examples of programs and activities involving students, faculty, and staff with the Flint community. u A diverse student body that enriches the classroom environment and campus life in general. There is a widespread and genuine belief that a mix of traditional and non-traditional students produces a vibrant and exciting educational experience. u UM-Flint is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. It is classified Doctoral/Professional in the Carnegie Classification and is amongst the select group of community-engaged institutions. u Graduate programs are growing and graduate students successfully compete with graduate students from Big Ten universities. Expectations for faculty include a blend of teaching excellence and scholarly and creative work, as well as service. u UM-Flint has over 80 articulation agreements with Michigan community colleges which allow a student to apply credits earned in specific programs toward a UM-Flint bachelor degree, many of which can be completed entirely online. u The Student Veterans Resources Center assists active duty service members, veterans, National Guard, reserve, spouses, and dependents with their educational needs from admission through graduation, and our population of veterans has substantially increased over the years. u As a comprehensive regional campus of the University of Michigan, UM-Flint has a strong tradition of excellence in basic and applied research. u The university utilizes several delivery modes for offering its academic and non-credit programs including face-to-face, completely online, and blended courses including those with weekend residencies as well as dual enrollment programs with program offerings onsite at several of our neighboring school districts. u UM-Flint has partnered with area high schools and school districts to create innovative dual enrollment opportunities. Both the Early College and Dual Enrollment Education Partnership (DEEP) initiative offer high school students the chance to experience college and earn college credits.

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DISCOVER FLINT The city of Flint is in the midst of a transformation. Known for decades for our role in the auto industry, “Vehicle City” is experiencing a rebirth as a hub of education, entrepreneurship, and culture within mid-Michigan. For a city of its size, Flint has a robust and vibrant cultural community, with many attractions, restaurants, and museums to keep you busy during your evenings and weekends. Here’s a sampling of what you’ll find in Flint:

u Applewood Estate

u Flint Public Library

u Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad

u Flint Symphony Orchestra

u Flint Children’s Museum

u Genesee County Parks

u Flint Cultural Center

u Sloan Museum

u Flint Farmers’ Market

u The Whiting

u Flint Institute of Arts

Flint is also host to festivals and events that draw crowds from all across the Midwest, such as the Crim Festival of Races and Back to the Bricks Car Cruise and Car Show. And don’t forget great local events such as Artwalk, Flint Alley Fest, music festivals, food truck round-ups, and Flint Art Fair. More events come about from great local organizations such as Edible Flint, Flint Handmade, Flint Public Art Project, the Greater Flint Creative Alliance, and many other great programs. Flint’s Bishop Airport connects directly to several hubs across the country, including Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. We’re also conveniently located about an hour from Ann Arbor, Lansing, and Detroit, MI. That means access to even more restaurants, theaters, and nightlife. Genesee County is also home to three major hospitals: Hurley Hospital, McLaren Regional Medical Center, and Ascension Genesys Hospital. The School of Nursing has collaborative partnerships with all three of these medical institutions, offering opportunities for students and faculty in the realms of learning, teaching, and scholarship.

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RANKINGS AND POINTS OF PRIDE The University of Michigan-Flint is a regional comprehensive university that is dedicated to educational excellence and hands-on, engaged learning. Today, the University of Michigan-Flint is a center of excellence in health professions, STEM careers, and entrepreneurship. Our students represent all walks of life and bring a depth of experience to the classroom. We provide affordable excellence that ensures that our students are prepared to use the knowledge gained in their studies to solve the challenges in the world beyond the classroom walls. Students emerge from our university better prepared to put their degrees to work.

NUMBER OF STUDENTS

NUMBER OF MERIT SCHOLARS

6,418

660

2021 FIRST-TIME STUDENTS Average GPA

Average SAT

3.54

1136

STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO

14:1

Students 25 or Older

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

43.5%

(32.2% Undergrad)

Colleges and Schools

193

NEW STUDENTS ENTERING UM-FLINT

Areas of Study

First Time in College

493

Transfer Students

Graduate Programs

49.6%

485

14 Doctoral and PhD programs

Traditionally Underrepresented Minority Groups

50.4%

First Generation Students

21.4%

842

13.1%

*FAFSA Data

*Data as of Fall 2021

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SERVING MICHIGAN RESIDENTS

TOP MICHIGAN COUNTIES Genesee (3,091) Oakland (655) Livingston (329) Lapeer (301) Wayne (293)

96.9% of our students are from Michigan

AFFORDABLE EXCELLENCE

3rd

Most Affordable among public universities in Michigan

One of Lowest On-campus Housing Costs

among Michigan’s public universities

Scholarship Dollars Available to Students

715

$7.7 M

beds available to students

75%

39.5%

of aid eligible students (defined as student type is First Time in Any College, Readmit, Continuing, Transfer, or New Graduate) received financial aid in Fall 2021

of undergraduates received Pell Grants Fall 2021 *Affordable Excellence Data as of Fall 2020

ONLINE EDUCATION

FULLY ONLINE DEGREES

Online U.S. News & World Report Rankings

13 Bachelor’s Degree Programs 8 Master’s Degree Programs 2 Doctoral Degree Programs 24 Certificate Programs

In 2021 The Online Bachelor of Business (BBA) program was named the top online business program in the state of Michigan, and was ranked 19th nationwide. In 2020 & 2021 The School of Nursing was recognized for its online education excellence.

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MICHIGAN IMPACT

48,000 Alumni

COMMUNITY IMPACT

COMMUNITY IMPACT OF UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-FLINT

$52.8 Million Institutional Spend on Genesee County through UM-Flint’s commitment to creating opportunity for our students & our community

RECOGNITION AND RANKINGS

The UM-Flint was selected by the Carnegie Foundation as one of the 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification in 2020, an elective designation that indicates an institutional commitment to community engagement.

UM-Flint has received the highest designation from the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency every year since the program’s launch in 2015.

UM-Flint’s Physical Therapy (PT) program has been named the top program in the state of Michigan and one of the top programs in the country according to U.S. News & World Report.

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FRANCES WILLSON THOMPSON LIBRARY 9

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POSITION SUMMARY How to Apply A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. This position will be open until filled, however for best consideration, please apply by September 8, 2021. To apply, applicants must send their materials electronically here. Job Summary The University of Michigan-Flint seeks an experienced and visionary leader to serve as Director of its Frances Willson Thompson Library. Reporting to the Provost, the Director will be a principal member of the Provost’s leadership team, setting the strategic direction for 21st century library services and support for student learning and faculty teaching and scholarship to our campus community and beyond. This exceptional leader must embrace the University of Michigan-Flint’s vision: “Engaging minds, preparing leaders through academic excellence, student centeredness, and engaged citizenship” in every aspect of their leadership and actions. The University of Michigan-Flint celebrates its 65th anniversary in September 2021, and was the first University of Michigan campus to be located outside of Ann Arbor. With six colleges and schools, including the new College of Innovation & Technology that launches this fall, UM-Flint proudly serves over 6,800 students, offering nearly 200 areas of study, and 74 graduate programs including 19 doctoral and Ph.D. programs. The University has a diverse array of challenging academic programs in the liberal arts, sciences, education, health care, and business. The academic campus community is comprised of over 500 faculty and over 400 staff members. The Director will be responsible for transforming UM-Flint’s library into a state-of the-art technology driven center which expands beyond the traditional in its delivery of services. In addition, the director must be a collaborator who engages others and seeks to fully understand the needs of our students, faculty, and community. The Director must be willing to build and sustain relationships, and seek funding through creative and innovative ways. As the leader of the Library, the Director will be responsible for supervising and leading the Library’s staff and responsible for the full range of collections, services, and facilities of the Library. For more information about the Library, please go to https://libguides. umflint.edu/library. Job Responsibilities Some of the specific responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the following: • Lead the development and implementation of a shared vision for the Library that embraces technology and state of the art library concepts. • Sustain and build strong relationships across disciplines, departments and University of Michigan campuses to develop partnerships, share resources, and collaborate on projects. • Facilitate the creation of innovative programs and flexible environments. • Provide effective and collaborative oversight of the Library’s budget, space, and staff. • Represent the Library on campus university governance committees and relevant groups. • Develop, implement, and evaluate library policies and procedures. • Contribute to a culture of high performance by modeling and promoting effective collaboration among team members, creating a trusting environment, and supporting appropriate staff development opportunities. • Use data, reports, metrics, and other tools to inform priorities, track progress, adjust strategies, and measure outcomes. • Establish and maintain excellent communication with university leadership, faculty, students, and alumni to create a well-rounded understanding of programs and resources that can be leveraged to help achieve the Library’s goals and objectives. • Assume other responsibilities as assigned by the Provost. • Foster an environment within the Library that supports creativity, innovation, diversity, equity and inclusion, and productivity that reflects the University of Michigan’s tradition of excellence in a regional campus. • Foster a strong commitment to academic and intellectual freedom.

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POSITION SUMMARY Required Qualifications • Master’s degree in Library, Information Science or relevant field from an ALA-accredited program. • Demonstrated record of successful academic library supervisor/leadership experience of 5 years or more. • Work experience leading technology or academic collaborations. • Experience in budget and personnel management, and demonstrated knowledge of electronic information resources and the application of emerging technologies in academic library environments. • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of faculty, staff, students, and community members. • Proven keen analytical skills and a commitment to collaborative decision-making. • Demonstrated managerial leadership in recruiting, supervising, and developing a high functioning and collaborative work team. • Demonstrated ability to formulate strategic plans, implement programs, and evaluate the success of these initiatives. • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, demonstrating personal integrity, creativity, flexibility, and accountability. • Sound judgment, ability to use discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality. • Proven ability to work in and display appreciation for interdisciplinary and diverse environments. • Demonstrated strong Planning and Project management skills. • Experience mentoring staff and fostering professional development. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with grant-writing and library development/fundraising

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