Assistant Librarian for Access Services

The Sullivan Library at Dominican University New York seeks an enthusiastic candidate for the position of Assistant Librarian for Access Services.

Reporting to the Head Librarian, the Assistant Librarian works in close collaboration with Library staff to actively coordinate, promote, and deliver access to print and digital collections. Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to:

· Manage the daily operations of access services, including circulation desk procedures, staff scheduling, training, and supervision of student workers

· Oversee the ILS (Ebsco FOLIO), ensuring its efficient operation and adherence to established policies

· Manage the library's reserve collection, working collaboratively with faculty to curate course materials and ensure copyright compliance

· Hire, train, and supervise library work study students

· Evaluate collections and materials, coordinate collection shifts and moves

· Develop and implement outreach and programs to meet the needs of the community

· Oversee and deliver reference service, provide library instruction

· Other duties as assigned

Hours: 9am to 5pm Monday-Friday, 12-month position, in person (100% on campus)

Qualifications:

· Master's degree in library and information science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program

· One to two years of professional experience, preferably in an academic library

· Strong understanding of integrated library management systems & electronic resource management tools and procedures

· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and to work cooperatively with others

· Strong organizational and time management skills

· Strong oral and written communication skills

· Strong interpersonal skills, including a positive attitude and enthusiasm for learning

· Strong commitment to public service and patron education

· Experience with data analysis and reporting, is a plus

· Experience supervising staff, is a plus

Preferred qualifications:

· Experience with content management systems such as Drupal, Omeka, or WordPress

· Experience with administration of library systems products such as FOLIO, Ebsco Admin and similar administrative tools

· Experience with administration of SpringShare products

· Knowledge and understanding of interlibrary loan (ILLIAD) and EZ Proxy a plus.

Dominican University New York is a private not-for-profit institution Our heritage stresses the humanistic value of a Liberal Arts education, a commitment to social justice, and a strong belief in the need for integrity and community engagement, all in the service of preparing students to reach their potential as responsible citizens who enrich the world in which we live.

Qualified candidates should email their cover letter and CV to m.schaub@duny.edu by 8/10/24

Dominican University New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to excellence through equity and inclusion, and, in this spirit, particularly welcomes applications from members of historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected category in accordance with applicable law.

AA/EOE

Submit specified application materials to m.schaub@duny.edu.