The Kurt R. Schmeller Library at Queensborough Community College invites applications for the position of Information Literacy Coordinator at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor. The candidate will provide information literacy instruction and serve as liaison to one or more academic departments and share responsibility for committee and department assignments, performing administrative, supervisory, and other functions as may be assigned.

CUNY is an equal opportunity employer, is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce, and is dedicated to recruiting and retaining professionals who share the College’s commitment to equity. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from members of protected groups including minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, as well as others who would bring additional perspectives to the university’s mission. Candidates with demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusiveness through their research, teaching and/or service are also encouraged to apply.

One of Queensborough Community College’s greatest strengths, and a necessary element of excellence, is the diversity of our community. We strive to attract and nurture a talented and diverse faculty and staff that proudly reflect the unique character of the local Queens community, the most diverse county in the United States. As a community college in the CUNY system, our diverse student population primarily takes general education and lower division courses for university transfer.

For additional information please visit Kurt R. Schmeller Library .

QUALIFICATIONS

There are two tracks:

• The requirement for the rank of instructor (non-tenure track) is a Master of Library Science (MLS) or a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) or an equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited program at the time of application . Candidates appointed to the Instructor–Librarian title must demonstrate active and satisfactory progress toward a second Master’s degree within five years of initial appointment.
• The requirement for the rank of assistant professor (tenure-track) is an MLS or an MLIS or an equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited program and a second master’s degree at the time of application

Preferred :

Excellent interpersonal and leadership qualities, a commitment to collaboration and mutual respect, and the ability to work efficiently and effectively on shared projects and committees in our multicultural library and college/university community. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate excellence with engaged learning instruction tailored to the needs of student populations in a community college.

• Experience with reference in an academic library
• Experience teaching information literacy in an academic library, with preference given to candidates with experience in implementing the ACRL Framework in information literacy instruction
• Demonstrated leadership in an academic library, preferably in an information literacy instructional program
• Demonstrated proficiencies in library assessment, preferably with information literacy instruction
• Demonstrated experience in using instructional technologies such as AI tools for information literacy
• Demonstrated experience of designing instruction and materials using critical pedagogy
• Experience collaborating with faculty and other librarians to lead the development and maintenance of information literacy at different student levels and needs

COMPENSATION

Salary ranges are in accordance with the applicable PSC-CUNY contractual salary schedule effective September 1, 2026.

Instructor: $71,688 – $79,298.

Assistant Professor: $82,384 – $98,231

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

From our job posting system, select “Apply Now”, create or log in to a user account, and provide the requested information. If you are viewing this posting from outside our system, access the employment page on our web site and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title.

Please send (1) a curriculum vitae; (2) a one-page cover letter; (3) a statement of scholarly interest(approximately 250-300 words).

CLOSING DATE

September 2, 2026.

Review of resumes to begin immediately.