Displaying 651 - 675 of 1478 Jobs
Content
Job posted to this site on June 14th at 10:45am
Archives Assistant at Robert Rauschenberg Foundation
Full Time
Archives Assistant, Robert Rauschenberg Foundation
JOB TITLE: Archives Assistant
DEPARTMENT: Archives
STATUS: Full time, non-exempt
REPORTS TO: Director of Archives, Robert Rauschenberg Foundation
LOCATION: New York City, in person
The Robert Rauschenberg Foundation expands the legacy of artist Robert Rauschenberg (1925–2008), who believed strongly in the power of art as a catalyst for social change. The Foundation supports research, institutions, and artists that embody the same collaborative, inclusive, and multidisciplinary approach that Rauschenberg exemplified in both his art and philanthropic endeavors.
As part of its stewardship of Rauschenberg’s artistic legacy, the Rauschenberg Foundation cares for, manages, and provides access to the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation Archives, which consists of several collections forming the most comprehensive body of information on the artist’s life and career. The Archives Assistant, working under the Director of Archives and with the Digital Asset Specialist, assists in the preservation of, cataloging of, access to, and use of the Archives, with a focus on supporting research and Foundation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal skills, an attention to detail, ability to change tasks as needed, an interest in working with researchers and the public, and an enthusiasm for learning all aspects of archival practice. This is an onsite, full-time hourly position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists in providing reference services including back-up support monitoring researchers on-site and pulling/reshelving materials.
Assists with digitization reference requests and projects including scanning, cataloguing, and creating researcher PDFs as needed.
Assists in database cleanup including additional metadata, researching rights, and/or linking related records.
Assists in maintaining the library including the cataloguing, circulation, and care of library materials.
Provides archival processing support. May include arrangement and description of archival materials as assigned; re-housing and applying basic preservation measures when appropriate; creating and updating database records and finding aids.
Provides content for website and social media, as needed.
Assists with class visits and tours, as needed.
Supports archives department, as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE SKILL REQUIRED
Bachelor’s degree and coursework in Library and Information Science, a related field, or at least one years’ experience in a professional setting.
Knowledge of or interest in professional standards and best practices for archives, metadata standards, and controlled vocabularies.
Knowledge of or interest in 20th Century art.
Proficiency and ease with Mac-based computer systems.
Experience with ArchivesSpace and/or FileMaker Pro databases a plus.
Experience with image scanning and digitization a plus.
Excellent written and oral communication skills; excellent time management skills; detail-oriented approach.
ADA SPECIFICATIONS
Requires the ability to use a computer and office equipment traditionally found in office settings.
The ability to move items weighing up to 40lbs for various needs.
The ability to traverse stairs and ladders.
Requires the ability to work in multiple locations.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
As an equal opportunity employer and in our commitment to creating an equitable and inclusive work environment, the Rauschenberg Foundation strives to attract a diverse mix of talented people. Individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds in arts organizations are strongly encouraged to apply.
COMPENSATION
Compensation is $55,000 – $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience and includes a competitive benefit package.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND DEADLINE
Please email letters of interest, including salary expectations, along with your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to employment@rauschenbergfoundation.org. Please indicate “Application for Archives Assistant” in the subject of your email.
The application deadline is Friday June 30, 2023. Qualified candidates may be contacted prior to the deadline.
Content
Job posted to this site on June 14th at 10:45am
NYU TV & New Media Technician at New York University Division of Libraries
Full Time
To Apply: To ensure consideration, please use the following link to submit your application.
NYU-TV seeks a media technician to join New York University's in-house video production department situated in the Division of Libraries. At NYU-TV, we capture, create, and distribute exciting content through comprehensive, professional video production and post-production services. Our mission is to inform, educate and entertain the global NYU community and beyond.
With over 150+ live events and video projects per year, this is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in an ever-changing production environment. We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic about joining a highly collaborative team, excited about new technologies, and who seeks the rewarding experience of working in an academic environment with staff, faculty, and students. The ideal candidate has a wide variety of video production experience as a videographer and editor for live and original content production along with an understanding of digital workflow and media management for field, studio, and post-production. Additionally, this role entails using a digital asset management system and working with live webcast, and video-on-demand platforms.
This is a full-time position with benefits. Shift hours are subject to change as determined by the production schedule.
Productions are held at the NYU Television Center and a variety of other spaces on NYU campuses. The candidate needs to be able to lift up to 30lbs and transport gear via carts to various venues.
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide technical support for NYU-TV and the TV Center’s activities, within guidelines: open and close facility; determine and set up studio configurations; power, set up, and operate studio and field equipment;
Ensure equipment availability;
Oversee use and operation of facilities and equipment;
Train, and assign/review work of student and casual employees.
Provide technical support and assistance to staff, students, and clients in the field, studio, and TV Center facilities.
Train users in technical procedures and operations, including editing, NYU-TV video-on-demand streaming platforms, post-production, graphics and animation work, and media technology, including software and post-production servers to manage media. Recommend capital equipment purchases and perform system analysis and design; research, evaluate, test, install, and operate equipment.
Maintain inventory and order supplies and equipment.
Qualifications
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Expertise in both network hardware and software to serve as a resource to junior technical support staff on the majority of standard procedures and some non-recurring problems and non-standard situations. Knowledge of live video event production, and of Adobe Creative Cloud: Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Motion, DVD Studio Pro, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Motion, DVD Studio Pro, audio software (such as izotrope, Pro-tools, Adobe Audition) Pro-tools, digital media file management organization, live webcasting and Streaming media formats and codecs, operation of video cameras (such as ENG, DSLR, studio cameras). Expertise in both network hardware and software to serve as a resource to junior technical support staff on the majority of standard procedures and some non-recurring problems and non-standard situations.
Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Internet applications, podcasting, Streaming, and media recording codecs (h.264, Quicktime). PTZ/robotic, EFP and ENG, DSLR Production and post-production workflows, and broadcast streaming operations. Event/stage and studio lighting.
Additional Information
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is USD $33.72. This rate is based on bargaining unit contracts. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.
NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.
NYU is an EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
New York University Libraries:
Library facilities at New York University serve the school's 40,000 students and faculty and contain more than 5 million volumes. New York University Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the HathiTrust, the Research Libraries Group Partnership of OCLC, and the Digital Library Federation, as well as regional resource sharing consortia.
To Apply: To ensure consideration, please use the following link to submit your application.
NYU's Division of Libraries embraces diversity and is committed to attracting qualified candidates who also embrace and value diversity and inclusivity.
Content
Job posted to this site on June 12th at 10:15am
Research Information Management Librarian at Seton Hall University
Full Time
Seton Hall University Libraries invites applications for our Research Information Management position. This is a full-time, non-tenure track faculty term position. We seek a tech savvy individual to work with faculty and systems to showcase, manage, and analyze SHU scholarly output.
Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Information Technology and Collection Services, the Research Information Management Librarian performs a variety of work with library faculty and staff, faculty departments, and campus partners to develop and implement research information management software, assist with the institutional repository and faculty metrics. The successful candidate will develop promotional material and provide training and support online and in-person for the SHU community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
● Provides consultation services to faculty for creating a faculty profile page and on the use
of research metrics, from various bibliometric and altimetric resources
● Creates and maintains training and marketing material related to research information
management
● Creates faculty research information profiles through working with Scopus, the institutional
repository, ORCID, Faculty Success, etc.
● Prepares reports and presentations for faculty, departments and research centers
● Works closely with external vendors and campus partners to solve technical issues
● Participates in reference, teaching, data services and scholarly communications activities
● Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
● ALA-accredited master's degree in library, information studies, or related field.
● Minimum of 1-3 years relevant experience.
● Experience with institutional repository software such as Digital Commons
● Familiarity with scholarly metrics and digital identifiers such as ORCID
● Knowledge of Open Access principles
● Experience with project management
● Experience solving technical issues
● Experience with consulting, training and writing technical documentation
● Excellent communication skills (listening, speaking, and writing)
● Strong support for the strengths of a diverse environment, including, but not limited to
race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or veteran status.
Desired Qualifications:
● Experience with research information management tools,
● Understanding of research metrics and data sources (e.g. Scopus, Google Scholar)
● Experience with data visualization and data analysis
● Experience in website design, application of web accessibility standards, content
management system support, XHTML, HTML, CSS, and text and image editing software
● Experience working with APIs
● Current knowledge of web and digital content technologies, and standards of
interoperability, usability, and accessibility for the web
● Experience with designing and/or running user experience testing
● Interest in open educational resources and data sources.
● Experience with reference and teaching
Salary Grade:
FA01 - Faculty
Exempt/Nonexempt:
Exempt
Physical Demands:
General Office Environment
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please provide contact information for 3 professional references.
Content
Job posted to this site on June 9th at 9:18am
Archives Assistant, G4 at United Nations
Full Time
Temporary position until the end of 2023 in the Archives and Records Managment Section (ARMS) of the United Nations. Please apply via the link provided. Gross salary is between 59-84k, depending on the step which is given based on experience.
Content
Job posted to this site on June 8th at 12:07pm
Temporary Project Cataloger at New York Public Radio
Full Time
New York Public Radio Careers
Temporary Project Cataloger
Archives New York City, New York
Apply
Description
Temporary Cataloger
The New York Public Radio Archives is currently engaged in a multi-year audio digitization project funded through the generosity of the Leon Levy Foundation. To help carry out this initiative, New York Public Radio seeks a temporary Project Cataloger/Technician to catalog our audio assets. The cataloger will start on July 1st and be expected to work a total of 1,875 hours in a 12-month period, including attending remote weekly staff meetings.
Key Responsibilities
The Project Cataloger will work remotely from xml documents, html documents, or spreadsheets alongside MP3 files to:
Add authority URLs to WNYC and WQXR assets
Add and enhance asset descriptions
Add Library of Congress name and subject headings for a variety of shows and older assets from the Municipal Archives WNYC collections and other collections
Qualifications
Experience using research tools such as ProQuest or Newspapers.com
Knowledge of New York City history
Experience in a broadcast facility, an Archive, or a similar cultural institution
MLIS or equivalent
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Deep familiarity with Library of Congress Subject Headings and Name Authorities, as well as their associated protocols
Works well independently
Additional Information
This is a temporary non-exempt role with an hourly rate of $32 per hour. This role also includes eligibility for medical insurance, company holidays and sick time.
This role can be performed in a remote capacity from the following locations: CA, CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VA, WI, Washington DC
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
New York Public Radio is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We continuously strive to place our employees at the center of our thinking and elevate inclusive practices to develop and support a more engaged and productive workforce. Our journalism and operations in the service of that journalism benefit from a broad range of perspectives, from all backgrounds, at all levels of the organization. Diversity is essential to honest, authentic, accurate storytelling and reportage; creating an institution in which all voices are encouraged, valued, and heard.
Equal Opportunity
New York Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving the goal of equal employment opportunity for all. Applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions without regard to mental or physical disability, race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship status, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, employment status or any protected federal, state, or local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
To apply, visit https://jobs.jobvite.com/newyork-public-radio/job/o3UVmfwY
Content
Job posted to this site on June 8th at 9:48am
Shelby White & Leon Levy Fellowship in Manuscript Cataloging at Morgan Library & Museum
Part Time
The Morgan Library & Museum invites applications for the Shelby White & Leon Levy Fellowship in Manuscript Cataloging. The Fellowship is intended for new professionals who have demonstrated engagement with general cataloging and archival processing and wish to enhance their skills through intensive specialized training. This is a unique opportunity for early-career professionals to receive training and mentoring as members of the Morgan Library & Museum curatorial and cataloging staff.
Starting in September 2023, the Fellowship will consist of 650 hours, and applicants will have a choice between full-time (35 hours per week) or part-time (21 hours per week) work in order to complete the 650 hours. Fellows will be assigned to work on specific groups of 19th- or 20th-century correspondence. They will be expected to research the historical and cultural context in which the letters and documents were produced, create collection and item level records in CORSAIR—the Morgan's collections database—according to DCRM(MSS), assign accession numbers, and attend to the rehousing and conservation needs of the material. Considerations will be given to applicants’ areas of experience or expertise, such as specific language skills or subject specialization in art, literature, history, film, history of science, etc.
This opportunity is the third in a series of Manuscript Cataloging Fellowships that are offered by the Morgan every September and February from September 2022 to February 2025. The Morgan Library & Museum is grateful to the Leon Levy Foundation for their generous support of these special opportunities.
The position reports to the Manager of Collections Information and Library Systems, and works closely with curators in the Department of Literary and Historical Manuscripts.
Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution or substantial course work towards the degree; a degree (or substantial course work toward one) in related areas, such as art, literature, music, history, film, or history of science, with specialization in working with original historical documents, will also be considered;
Experience with reading handwritten documents preferred;
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English;
Knowledge of additional European languages preferred;
Knowledge of standard library cataloging tools, such as MARC21, RDA, DCRM, LCSH, and other standard vocabularies preferred;
Familiarity with an integrated library system and with the OCLC Connexion client preferred;
Experience with archival processing preferred;
Understanding of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness in interactions with coworkers and contacts and a commitment to reflecting those principles in descriptive work;
Ability to work for extended periods at a computer workstation and lift moderately heavy boxes (10 lbs.)
Schedule: Work hours must fall within the hours of 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday.
Compensation:
$22/hour. The Fellowship also provides a $500 stipend towards related professional activities, such as conference and workshop attendance, professional memberships, or the acquisition of relevant resources.
To apply:
Applicants should submit a resume and a cover letter detailing their interest in the Fellowship. Position is open until filled. Applications received before July 16, 2023, will be given priority. Application materials should be submitted electronically to cisjob@themorgan.org.
Content
Job posted to this site on June 2nd at 4:23pm
Associate Director, The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs at The New York Public Library
Full Time
The Library seeks an Associate Director who can think strategically and work collaboratively to make The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs an indispensable and accessible hub for all users of fine and visual arts materials, a model of excellence in library service and operations, and an exemplar of community engagement and extension of world-class collections and staff expertise. With oversight for the Wallach Division’s staff, services, and collection development, the Associate Director of Art, Prints and Photographs will model strong leadership, inspiration, and support of the Library staff in their work and ongoing development. This is particularly important at a time of significant evolution in the use of visual materials and the very nature of research itself. The Associate Director of Art, Prints and Photographs will participate in the creative use and reuse of Library spaces, supporting the seamless integration of study, learning, and research with library collections and services across disciplines.
We are looking for someone we can count on to:
Own:
Provide sustaining leadership and inspire, guide and direct the Wallach Division’s curators, public service management, librarian and technical assistant staff
Teach:
Provide a model of excellence in library service and operations, and be an exemplar of community engagement and the extension of world-class collections and staff expertise
Learn:
From the Director Special Collections and Exhibitions how to share the Wallach Division’s mission and values
Develop knowledge of the Wallach Division’s collections and content areas
Improve:
Collaboration and build supportive relationships with colleagues within the Wallach Division and across the Research Libraries to increase discovery, access, and collection use
Some expectations for this role are that within:
1 month, this person will:
Become familiar with the strategic priorities and goals of the Wallach Division
Connect with curators and public service management, librarian and technical assistant staff
3 months, this person will:
Become familiar with the collection strengths, storage facilities, governing policies and procedures
Promote strategies and planning service enhancements to increase access to research collections
Contribute to departmental and institution-wide initiatives
6 months and beyond, this person will:
Collaborate with Preservation and Collection Processing to determine priorities for processing to increase access and use, care and maintenance of the collection
Partner with fundraising professionals to pursue and manage grants for supporting acquisitions and conservation, while also building relationships with private donors and funding agencies
Become familiar with members of staff across NYPL
Responsibilities
Collection Development and Engagement:
In close coordination with the Director of Special Collections, provides strategic vision for collection development, acquire extraordinary collection materials, and prioritize acquisitions that advance the institution’s DEIA goals by:
Developing collections through gift and purchase aligned within a holistic and institution-wide strategic framework and within space and capacity constraints, and through an understanding of the collection’s strengths, their use, and scholarly trends
Raising awareness of the collections and cultivate new communities of users, including a supportive donor base to address collection needs and new initiatives; strategically enhancing the visibility of the Wallach Division
Providing expertise on collections and collaborate with Exhibitions staff on research to culminate in exhibitions that cut across research collections and engage broad audiences, and supporting exhibition website and publications
Public Service and Programming:
In close coordination with the Director of Exhibitions and Special Collections, oversees the work of reference and public service staff and works with leadership to develop best practices by:
Developing and promoting the cross-departmental and cross-institutional collaboration needed to provide a seamless and successful user experience
Integrating the public service activities of Wallach units to promote deeper connections and understanding of user needs, collection strengths, and staff expertise
Promoting strategies and planning service enhancements to increase access to research collections and contribute to departmental and institution-wide initiatives
Liaising with the public service staff to support research and reference services to on-site and remote patrons
Supporting teaching, outreach, and scholarly initiatives by contextualizing Wallach Division collections through presentations, publications, seminars, class instruction and public programs
Work collaboratively and build supportive relationships with colleagues across the Research Libraries to increase discovery, access, and collection use
General Management:
Actively contributes to the Library’s organizational strategy, planning, and resource development, including:
Participating in Library-wide initiatives through participation on committees, task forces, research library meetings, and other relevant groups
Working within established budgets and with senior staff to set spending priorities.
Managing an integral, dynamic team of curators, librarians, technical assistants, and support staff, including recruiting, motivating, mentoring, and retaining a highly-skilled professional staff
Collaborating with Preservation and Collection Processing on priorities for processing to increase access and use, care and maintenance of the collection, and the facilitation of internal and external loan requests.
Partnering with fundraising professionals to pursue and manage grants for supporting acquisitions and conservation, while also building relationships with private donors and funding agencies
Being an outward-facing advocate and spokesperson for the importance of:
the fine and visual arts in American life and human culture
the role of libraries in supporting scholarship and other investigations in these fields
the significant contributions that Wallach collections, staff, and space have made in the past, currently make, and will make in the future in support of this work
Maintaining a personal program of continuous education and professional development, and keep current on trends in the field, digital publishing, and scholarly communication
Performing related duties as required
Content
Job posted to this site on June 2nd at 4:22pm
Curatorial Associate at The New York Public Library
Full Time
Under the supervision of the Manager of Exhibitions, the Curatorial Associate will be responsible for managing the development and production of temporary exhibitions and displays within the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, including the Polonsky Exhibition of The New York Public Library's Treasures.
We are looking for someone we can count on to:
Own:
General exhibition project management by creating project timelines and communicating deadlines to relevant stakeholders
Facilitate and guide exhibition content development
Management and distribution of important project materials and assets
Learn:
From EPO team members and NYPL colleagues involved in exhibition production
Stay informed of best practices and innovations within the field by visiting exhibitions at other institutions
Improve:
Implementation of accessible design in order to expand public engagement with NYPL exhibitions
Support diversity and inclusion efforts through Library-wide initiatives
Some expectations for this role are that within:
1 month, this person will:
Become familiar with upcoming EPO projects and the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building exhibition calendar
Meet and liaise with EPO team members, curators across NYPL’s three research libraries, and other research library staff involved in production of exhibitions
Learn NYPL procedures and exhibition development and production workflow
3 months, this person will:
Provide support for Fall 2023 exhibitions and projects occurring in 2024 and beyond
6 months and beyond, this person will:
Lead planning and development of exhibitions, displays, and other interpretive projects that open in 2024 and beyond
Responsibilities
Facilitate exhibition content development from initial research and proposal through narrative refinement, object selection, text editing, and the development of graphics, audio/visual components, digital and interactive elements, and design
Oversee development and revisions of exhibition object checklist and associated documentation
Manage development, revision, approval, design, production, and installation of text and other graphic elements
Work with curators to determine appropriate content and style for all text and citation formats
Establish implementation schedules for all exhibitions, communicate milestones for timely completion, and regularly check adherence to deadlines
Strive to anticipate issues and solve problems as they arise
Contribute to exhibition-related marketing, press, and web materials, including management of exhibition websites, online exhibitions, and audio guides
Assist with coordination of loan requests with Registrars
Content
Job posted to this site on June 2nd at 2:50pm
Part-Time Library Associate at Fashion Institute of Technology, Gladys Marcus Library
Part Time
ABOUT FASHION INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY:
The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), part of the State University of New York and an internationally renowned college of art, design, business and technology with a strong emphasis on liberal arts, invites nominations and applications for a Part-Time Library Associate in the Gladys Marcus Library.
The Fashion Institute of Technology, a part of the State University of New York, has been a leader in career education in art, design, business, and technology for nearly 70 years. With a curriculum that provides a singular blend of hands-on, practical experience, classroom study, and a firm grounding in the liberal arts, FIT offers a wide range of outstanding programs that are relevant to today's rapidly changing industries. Internationally renowned, FIT draws on its New York City location to provide a vibrant, creative community in which to learn. The college offers more than 45 majors and grants AAS, BFA, BS, MA, MFA, and MPS degrees, preparing students for professional success and leadership in the global marketplace.
With close ties to industry, FIT draws faculty from the city's art, business, and design elite, and from the rich academic community of the region. The college continually seeks creative faculty members who are passionate about their field and demonstrate exceptional professional capability in the core competencies of instruction design, learning enrichment, globalism, and use of technology, as well as mastery of established and emerging industry practices.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The part time Acquisitions & Metadata Services Library Associate supports the unit's mission by managing multiple aspects of digitized content. This position facilitates online access to original FIT content with metadata, photographs and other digitized content, conducts outreach to collect and organize digital content for the library and assists students with technology, documenting artwork and library services. Reports to the Head of Acquisitions and Metadata Services and works in conjunction with the Digital Initiatives Librarian and Digital Assets Librarian.
Responsibilities:
Harvest college video content, curate and select materials for public access; Identify and collect recorded video content of campus lectures and events; Create, update and maintain metadata for digital assets; Collect and manage release forms.
Facilitate delivery of video assets to the library's digital repository by preparing video assets for digital repository by digitizing legacy, analog video material; scanning source materials (photographic prints, slides, books, original art, etc.) from the college's unique collections.
Create digital masters and associated technical metadata based upon adopted guidelines by processing and optimizing master images (e.g. color calibration) as necessary to create access and use derivatives; Perform quality control of digital images and perform image manipulations, corrections. etc.
Maintain and operate library photography and associated equipment (DSLR cameras, lenses, lighting rig, etc.) in order to capture student thesis work via still photography and video and provide related technology support in library student spaces and for library events.
Provide clear communications to other FIT departments, external clients, library units and students regarding workflow, policy changes and general information and work regular shifts at the Library Service points.
Manage and implement assigned projects; record workflow, acquisitions, and track status with minimal supervision.
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position. For detailed responsibilities and essential functions, click here.
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required.
3-5 years of related experience with metadata description and management.
Proficient in Google applications and file management or comparable platform; Proficient in video editing software.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of digital imaging/scanning/metadata applications, standards, and protocols; familiarity with cataloging and metadata standards.
Excellent communication skills - demonstrated ability to listen, to understand and communicate effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Demonstrated ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Demonstrated ability to show flexibility and adaptability in changing work environment
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Demonstrated ability to maintain competency in current technology and cataloging and metadata standards
Preferred Qualifications:
1-2 years of library work experience.
Experience working in the Alma platform
Knowledge of MARC and non-MARC metadata formats, standards and schema and familiarity with cataloging standards.
Knowledge of integrated library management systems
Knowledge of Post-production editing
Technical photography skills
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Read Comprehend- Constant; Perform Calculations- Frequent; Communicate Orally- Constant; Reason & Analyze- Constant; Write- Frequent
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The position is on campus, primarily in an office environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sit- Frequent; Stand- Frequent; Bend- Occasional; Walk- Occasional; Climb- Occasional; Pull- Occasional; Push- Occasional; Lift<10- Occasional; Lift 10-20- Occasional; Lift over 50- N/A; Reach- Occasional
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The UCE-FIT Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) dictates the compensation, benefits, and conditions of employment.
Hiring Rate: $37.98 per hour with step increments per Salary Schedule 92, after one year of service and annually thereafter.
Full-Time Benefits
Employee Holiday and Work Schedule
Summer Fridays
Remote Work Policy
Days/Hours: M-W or T-TH, 10am- 5pm, in person; work schedule subject to change based on needs of the department.
Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled.
Successful completion of a background check is required for appointment to this position once an offer has been made.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
In order to be considered for the position, you must submit the following documents online:
Resume
Cover letter
Unofficial transcript
A list of three references with telephone numbers and email addresses
Returning Applicants - Login to your FITNYC Careers Account to check your submitted application material.
Please note that due to the anticipated volume of applications, we are unable to contact each applicant about his or her application status.
For more information about us, please visit FIT's website at: http://www.fitnyc.edu.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
EEO/ Affirmative Action Statement
FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people of diverse racial and cultural backgrounds. By providing a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability, the FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military service status, genetic information, pregnancy, familial status, citizenship status (except as required to comply with law), or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212 217.3360, titleix@fitnyc.edu.
Content
Job posted to this site on June 2nd at 10:09am
Archives and Media Specialist at Metropolitan New York Library Council
Full Time
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Archives and Media Specialist, Brooklyn, NY Provide professional development and direct support for members who work to create, provide access to, and preserve digital and physical media; handle preservation and maintenance of media assets across METRO’s platforms; develop and carry out educational programming on media preservation, digitization, grant making, equity in online spaces, and other areas as assigned; facilitate community conversations and other member-focused events; facilitate METRO’s Equity in Action guidelines, funding priorities, communication, and outreach strategies. Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or Library Media plus 6 months of experience in job offered or as Librarian. Work from home is allowed. Annual Salary $47,403. Mail resume to New York Metropolitan Reference & Research Library Agency d/b/a Metropolitan New York Library Council, PO Box 2084, New York, NY 10108.
This position reports to the Executive Director
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
This is a remote work opportunity.
Please email a pdf of cover letter and resume to info@metro.org.
Content
Job posted to this site on June 1st at 1:11pm
Library Graduate Student Fellowship at Brooklyn Law School
Internship
Brooklyn Law School Library Fellows Program
The Brooklyn Law School Library is pleased to announce two paid library fellowship opportunities for the 2023-2024 Academic School Year. This new fellowship program is designed to provide current library students with opportunities to perform foundational work in public services, reference, archives, and digital collections. Under the guidance of the Director of the Law Library and the Associate Librarian for Public Services, the library fellows program aims to provide fellows with valuable training and experience, while enabling the library to pursue new projects.
Position: Library Fellow
Reports To: Associate Librarian for Public Services
Status: Part-time, Non-Exempt, On-Site Work Environment.
Salary Range: $15 per hour
Start Date: End of August or Beginning of September 2023
Summary:
Founded in 1901, Brooklyn Law School is a distinguished, independent law school located in Brooklyn Heights, New York. The Law School is searching for a Public Service Assistant to serve both the community and library needs by supporting a variety of teams, including, circulation, reference, and library IT. The Law School’s size, vibrant employee and student population, and commitment to providing the best legal education, will offer a candidate the opportunity to develop and diversify practical skills and participate firsthand in the business of operating a successful educational institution.
Essential Responsibilities:
Helps staff and manage the circulation desk. May require working in the evening.
Provides reference service and support to faculty, students, and alumni.
Develops expertise in all research databases to which the library subscribes.
Qualifications:
Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited Master’s degree program in Library Science or Information Science.
Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a team.
Ability to prioritize projects as needed.
Previous customer service experience is preferred, but it is not required.
Candidates possessing a J.D. are also preferred, but a J.D. is not required.
**Please note previous experience working in a library is not required. This is an entry level opportunity to give current students an opportunity to gain experience working in an academic law library.
Content
Job posted to this site on May 31st at 4:37pm
Deputy Director, Collections and Research Services, Schomburg Center at Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture The New York Public Library
Full Time
The Deputy Director, Collections and Research Services, Schomburg Center oversees the largest part of Schomburg’s operation, in addition to serving as a critical member of the senior leadership team. The successful candidate is an engaged, collaborative, and experienced leader who can provide vision and mentorship to a stellar team of curators and librarians tasked with stewarding this singular special collection and providing access to diverse audiences. In collaboration with the Director and other stakeholders, the deputy director will help to shape Schomburg’s collection into the future, determine its collecting priorities and processes, and help to chart the future of the institution. The Deputy Director reports directly to the Director and is responsible for managing the regular and successful operations of research library activities, in addition to working closely with other departments and colleagues within Schomburg and across NYPL to ensure that system-wide goals are accomplished.
Content
Job posted to this site on May 31st at 4:36pm
Assistant Chief Librarian, Research and Reference Division at Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, NYPL
Full Time
The Jean Blackwell Hutson Research and Reference Division, is one of five research divisions of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. The Division collects, preserves, and provides access to a large collection of close to a half of million items, including books, periodicals and newspapers containing information by and about people of African descent throughout the world, in multiple languages, concentrating on the humanities, social sciences, and the arts.
The Assistant Chief Librarian works closely with the Associate Chief Librarian to provide strategic leadership, direction, and planning for the Research and Reference team on collection processing and maintenance, public services, the user experience, collection development, and promoting the collections.
Content
Job posted to this site on May 31st at 4:36pm
Library Services Director - Nashville Pubic Library (TN) at Nashville Public Library (TN)
Full Time
Library Services Director – Nashville Public Library (TN)
The Nashville Public Library (TN) seeks a visionary leader, demonstrated advocate, and authentic communicator as its next Library Services Director. Named Library of the Year by Library Journal (2017) and having received the Institute of Museum and Library Services National Medal (2010), NPL has a long history of excellence in service and continues this tradition through projects like the Civil Rights Room and Collection, Votes for Women Room and Collection, Bringing Books to Life program, and its Limitless Libraries partnership with Metro Nashville Public Schools. The Director will be responsible for a $40 million operating budget, 406 FTE, 21 branches, and collaborating with the Nashville Public Library Foundation which has raised more than $60 million dollars to help the library impact literacy, life skills, and connections. Reporting to the seven-member Board, Board Chair, with general directions from the Mayor of Nashville, and working with the Metro Nashville Council – the Library Services Director is a team player helping to inspire reading, advance learning, and connect Nashville residents. Board members are appointed by the Mayor and Council for seven-year terms and serve, primarily, as a policymaking body. Key initiatives include guiding the library through facilities and strategic planning processes, developing a broad and transparent organizational culture, and advocating for intellectual freedom at the local and state levels.
Situated on the Cumberland River, Nashville, TN has a joyful balance of nature, culture, music, and people, which is why the metro region is the fourth largest in the Southeast and the fastest growing in the nation. Known as Music City and the Athens of the South, the area has over 180 recording studios, 100+ live music clubs, 80+ record labels, and thirteen universities which include four historically black colleges and universities. Nashville is home to twenty distinct neighborhoods, each offering its own take on the music, food, and hospitality for which the region is famous. The Country Music Hall of Fame, Frist Art Museum, and Nashville Zoo are destination attractions along with three professional sports teams.
Responsibilities: The Director oversees programs, resources, and services provided by the Metropolitan Public Library system; confers with the Mayor’s staff and other Metro Department Heads as needed; provides leadership and supervises division heads; works with division heads to develop and sustain a culture that embraces change and innovation; serves on community boards, appears on various panels, and accepts public speaking requests; develops and presents a budget to local officials; directs planning and setup of new library facilities and remodeling of existing facilities; works collaboratively with the Library Board and Library Foundation to increase community support and donations; and collaborates with division heads and Metro DEI leaders to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies in Library services and workplace culture.
Qualifications: A master’s degree in Library Science or master’s degree in a Library Science field, degree must be accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) from an accredited college or university and nine (9) years of professional library experience, including six (6) years of experience managing and directing the work of a major library’s functions. Some experience in a public library required. The ideal candidate will possess political acumen, skill in articulating a vision to lead and inspire others, significant administrative experience, and will put the library customer first.
Compensation: The hiring salary range is $144,000 – $190,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package.
For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or PDF attachments to Karen Miller (karenmiller@bradburymiller.com). This position closes on Sunday, July 2, 2023.
View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links at https://bradburymiller.com/job/nashville/.
Content
Job posted to this site on May 31st at 11:50am
Head for Cataloging, Metadata and Archive Services at Montclair State University
Full Time
Come join us at Montclair State University, where we have a diverse and welcoming campus community. A 35-hour work week helps with maintaining work-life balance, and the library is committed to the professional development of all its employees. Our lovely campus is located 12 miles west of NYC, with an NJ Transit train station right on campus.
Reporting to the Associate Dean for Collections & Discovery, the Head for Cataloging, Metadata and Archive Services provides leadership and strategic direction and oversees the operations of the Cataloging, Metadata & Archive Services Department (CMAS), which is responsible for the creation and management of the Library’s bibliographic and item databases, maintaining the physical condition of the Library’s print and media collections, and the Archive Services function. This is a tenure track position.
SELECTED PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Directs librarians, classified staff, and student assistants in the performance of the duties relating to the cataloging and physical processing of library and archival materials. Supervises and trains cataloging staff in effective cataloging procedures and policies. Manages departmental personnel matters including the performance evaluation process.
Plans, coordinates and directs the bibliographic organization of library materials, e.g., books, serials, audio-visual materials, etc.. Evaluates and adapts new procedures. Establishes local cataloging and classification policies. Relates the organization of this material to the curriculum of the University.
Assists in the development of performance standards, library policies, goals, and objectives, and the formulation and implementation of procedures; analyzes workflow, sets priorities, and organizes procedures according to sound administrative principles. Keeps informed of professional trends and practices and University and Library policies and procedures.
EEO/AA Statement
Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.
Additional information can be found on the website at
www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/
Content
Job posted to this site on May 31st at 11:49am
Collections Management Archivist at Columbia University in the City of New York
Full Time
Columbia University Libraries seeks a Collections Management Archivist for the Rare Book and Manuscript Library. Reporting to the Head of Collections Management of the RBML, the Archivist coordinates the intake and ongoing maintenance of all collections, regardless of format, for Columbia University’s Rare Book & Manuscript Library. The position works with Curators, the Director of the RBML, Shipping & Receiving staff, and collection donors to arrange the delivery of collections and accessions the materials, creating new cataloging records, assigning stack locations for materials, inspecting incoming materials for potential major conservation problems (mold, insect damage), and tracking accessions via acquisition forms, stack directory and collection management database. The Archivist contributes to planning, policy and procedure development and is expected to keep abreast of methods, guidelines and approaches for managing special collections materials.
The incumbent also works with curators and archivists to identify and prepare materials for being transferred offsite to ReCAP, Columbia’s shared offsite storage facility, and liaises with ReCAP coordinator to schedule and arrange the transfers and troubleshoot problems as they arise. The Collection Management Archivist’s responsibilities also include hiring and training RBML student employees and assigning and supervising collection management student projects.
Other responsibilities include monitoring and ordering preservation supplies, monitoring stack conditions, assisting with space planning and moving, and liaising with CUL Facilities to maintain cleanliness and order in the stacks, and an accurate stack directory.
The incumbent also performs accessioning-as-processing on additions and small collections, including maintenance/updates of bibliographic records and finding aids, as well as to triage, rehouse and inventory new and legacy collections as needed.
The position is also expected to supports and participate in the RBML public service rotation by serving as a backup or on the desk as necessary
As one of the world’s leading research universities, Columbia University in the City of New York provides outstanding opportunities to work and grow in a dynamic, multicultural, intellectual community. The Columbia University Libraries are composed of a diverse and engaged staff committed to furthering the University’s teaching and research mission through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.
Minimum Qualifications: All applicants MUST meet these minimum qualifications to be considered for the position.
MLS from ALA-accredited library school, or advanced degree in archival management or related discipline, or equivalent experience;
Demonstrated knowledge of collection management and processing of archival materials;
Demonstrated awareness of new and emerging standards and technologies relevant to management of special collections;
Excellent organizational skills and effective verbal and written communication skills;
Ability to lift up to 50-pound boxes and work with dusty materials.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in an academic library setting
Familiarity with project management best practices
Demonstrated aptitude for using technology effectively
Aptitude for complex, analytical, and detailed work
Familiarity with digital asset management
Working knowledge of ASpace and Aeon
Experience in managing student workers
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Pay Transparency Disclosure
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Content
Job posted to this site on May 30th at 1:10pm
Program Manager - Equity, Archives & Media Preservation at Metropolitan New York Library Council
Full Time
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Program Manager - Equity, Archives & Media Preservation will oversee METRO’s efforts to provide professional development and direct support for members who work to create, provide access to, and preserve digital and physical media. They will develop and carry out educational programming on media preservation, digitization, grant making, equity, and other areas as assigned. They will facilitate community conversations and other member-focused events on a regular basis.
The Program Manager will work alongside colleagues to manage grant funds distributed for the purpose of preserving our cultural heritage; specifically, they will work on METRO’s Equity in Action grant program and, in alternating years, METRO’s digitization grant program. For both of these programs, the program manager will create and administer advisory councils, oversee the selection processes, and act as METRO’s liaison to successful applicants. The program manager will write and send communications related to these efforts.
The individual in this position will develop and manage new programs that demonstrate METRO’s commitment to equity in the library and archives field. They will identify strategies to help underrepresented groups thrive in our field, from mentorship programs to educational content to community conversations. The Program Manager - Equity, Archives & Media Preservation will produce mechanisms by which to assess their efforts and will adjust their strategies according to feedback.
This position reports to the Executive Director
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manages and facilitates grant programs, including Equity in Action and METRO’s Digitization Grant Program
Creates program guidelines, funding priorities, communication and outreach strategies
Identifies METRO member community funding needs and priorities that can be incorporated into the program
Plans and facilitates all grant-related meetings and public information sessions
Creates and updates all outreach activities on metro.org, microsites, listservs and social media
Develops program timeline and meets key project deadlines
Acts as a program officer for grant recipients
Keeps track of grant recipient progress with regularly scheduled check-in meetings
Answers any questions and facilitates additional meetings as needed
Assists with online and offline events schedules
Plans and facilitates community calls, webinars, and other events as part of METRO’s professional development efforts
Aids with developing new programming areas
Provides back-end support to webinars, online trainings, and community calls as needed
Manages collaborative partnerships
Builds a strong rapport with METRO community members and partners. This may include frequent communication, meetings, and scheduling efforts to collaborate
Serves as a liaison for Empire ADC in the New York City area
Learns about software related to initiative
Confidently answers questions and communicates with New York City users
XFR Collective Liaison
Communicates with both organizations and monitors METRO’s AV transfer rack that resides in Brooklyn
Creates and modifies workflows related to the AV transfer rack as needed
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Master’s Degree in Library and Information Sciences or a related degree
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that will allow them foster relationships with various METRO contacts and collaborators
Community focused attitude that seeks to create a positive and educational space for METRO staff and supporters
A healthy approach to change, experimentation, and vision that will allow METRO to evolve and continue to be at the vanguard of LAM activities
The ability to keep many work streams organized and in motion
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
This is a remote work opportunity.
Salary: $65K
Please email a pdf of cover letter and resume to info@metro.org.
Content
Job posted to this site on May 30th at 12:57pm
Community Engagement Manager at arXiv
Full Time
arXiv is looking for a creative self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset to join our leadership team as our next Community Engagement Manager. The Community Engagement Manager is responsible for defining and implementing arXiv’s communication strategy and managing and expanding our membership and sponsorship programs.
arXiv has transformed the scholarly communication and knowledge dissemination of multiple fields of physics, mathematics, computer science, quantitative biology, quantitative finance, and statistics, electrical engineering, systems science, and economics as new subject domains. It is a global resource, with 70% of institutional use coming from countries outside of the United States.
The Community Engagement Manager will:
serve as a creative communications strategist, leveraging emerging communications trends, research, and techniques to connect to key audiences and stakeholders around the globe
develop campaigns to support arXiv’s mission, vision, project goals, and brand identity
develop, manage, and maintain successful relationships with arXiv stakeholders in academic libraries and library consortia, professional societies, research institutes, and other mission-aligned organizations to ensure a thriving membership and sponsorship program
cultivate relationships through in-person meetings, webinars, and other outreach and develop marketing materials
organize and implement giving campaigns to solicit support from individual arXiv users
This position is hybrid, which involves working at least 3 day(s) per week on campus. The primary work location for this role is at the Cornell Tech campus on Roosevelt Island in New York City.
See the full job description and application instructions here.
Content
Job posted to this site on May 26th at 11:40am
Library Director – Franklin Lakes Public Library at Franklin Lakes Public Library (NJ)
Full Time
Franklin Lakes Public Library is a well-established library that is highly valued and integral to our
community. We are committed to connecting with our patrons, fostering innovation, and creating
welcoming spaces. Our library is seeking a Director who can actively and positively engage with
the community and our staff, as well as lead the implementation of our exciting plans for the
future.
About Our Library
The Franklin Lakes Public Library enjoys strong support from a community that values its local
library. We have an annual budget of approximately $1.6 million, and a dedicated staff that
includes 7 full-time and 27 part-time employees. We enjoy the support of the Friends of the
Franklin Lakes Library, Inc. This non-profit organization is dedicated to supporting services of
the Franklin Lakes Public Library, by providing significant funding for library programming.
Our library provides intellectual and social value to our community. Residents enjoy our wide
range of services, from providing books and online resources; to circulating WiFi hotspots and
items in our Library of Things, which include games, tools, and electronics. We are planning an
interior renovation to further improve our patron and staff experiences. This redesign is
supported by library and town leadership, and details that are under consideration are listed in
our 2022-2025 Strategic Plan. The incoming Director will have the opportunity to provide
leadership for the renovation, and ensure that our redesigned space best meets the needs of
our community.
The Franklin Lakes Public Library is a leading member of BCCLS (the Bergen County
Cooperative Library System), which includes 77 libraries in northern New Jersey, and circulates
over twelve million items annually. As a member library, our staff has access to professional
development and the support of a large community of library professionals.
Located in northwestern Bergen County, our library operates in a beautiful suburban setting,
serving over 11,000 residents. Bordering on Passaic County, Franklin Lakes benefits from its
proximity to New York City. The area is also well known for its natural beauty including the
Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve, and Parsons Pond Park.
About This Opportunity
The Franklin Lakes Public Library Board of Trustees is seeking a forward-thinking Director to
continue our progress toward the goals and objectives in our 2022-2025 Strategic Plan. Our
ideal candidate is a community-focused and confident leader, who will engage and empower our
staff and provide the library with strong organizational and fiscal management skills.
Required Experience
● An ALA accredited MLS/MLIS or equivalent degree.
● A New Jersey Professional Librarian certificate, or eligibility to acquire.
● At least 3 years of progressive professional public library leadership and administrative experience. Director’s experience is preferred, but not required.
● Demonstrated experience building community relationships.
● Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both orally and in writing.
● Ability to think critically and creatively to solve problems and implement ideas.
● Current knowledge of library technology, trends, innovations, and New Jersey library law.
Notices:
Equal Opportunity Employer. Employees must comply with the "New Jersey First Act," which
requires residency in New Jersey.
Compensation and Benefits:
This is a full-time position with a minimum starting salary of $100,000 (salary negotiable based
upon experience). Benefits include: paid holidays, paid vacation, paid sick leave, health
benefits, and enrollment in the PERS pension system.
For Further Information:
For more information about Franklin Lakes Public Library please visit our website:
https://franklinlakeslibrary.org/
The Franklin Lakes Library Board of Trustees has retained Library Crossroads, LLC to help with
this important search. Please direct all inquiries to Library Crossroads:
info@librarycrossroadsconsulting.com
To Apply:
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to
franklinlakes@librarycrossroadsconsulting.com. Review of applications will begin
immediately. The deadline to apply is June 23rd, 2023.
Content
Job posted to this site on May 26th at 11:39am
Project Manager at Columbia University Libraries
Full Time
Project Manager
Columbia University Libraries
The Columbia University Libraries seek a creative, critical-thinking, and collaborative Project Manager to join the Libraries’ Digital Project Management Unit. Reporting to the Associate Director of Digital Project Management, the incumbent will lead the entire project lifecycle of digital projects produced in partnership with various stakeholders and library units. They will also help foster the application of project management principles and best practices throughout the libraries.
Subject to business needs, we may support flexible and hybrid/work arrangements. Options will be discussed during the interview process.
Responsibilities:
Lead digital projects through the entire project life cycle.
Help draft project charters, stakeholder registries, and define project goals, scope, and deliverables.
Create project plans, timelines, and identify solution and resource requirements.
Lead and manage cross-unit meetings, including goal and agenda setting and sharing meeting outcomes.
Keep stakeholders informed and communicate project information to the project teams.
Monitor progress and ensure that project team needs are being met and that timing goals are achievable.
Document and manage against risk and emergent issues.
Provide project management consultations to library staff working on digital projects and provide distributed project management support.
Support grants administration and library colleagues in the planning and execution of sponsored projects.
Provide periodic status reports to help maintain the Digital Project Management Dashboard.
Aid in the ongoing development of the Digital Project Management Unit.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years’ experience in management of agile and traditional multi-stakeholder digital projects or equivalent combination of experience and education required.
- Experience with digital production procedures, tools, and technologies is required.
- Must be comfortable with project management software.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills and ability to work with teams across the organization to execute a project is required.
- Flexibility to work in a dynamic and changing environment.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with a keen attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working on digital projects within libraries preferred.
- Experience in generating the documentation, working in wiki and ticketing spaces, plus current knowledge of digital practices in libraries is also highly desirable.
- Experience managing technical projects is highly desirable.
Apply online: Project Manager - Libraries
As one of the world's leading research universities, Columbia University in the City of New York provides outstanding opportunities to work and grow in a dynamic, multicultural, intellectual community. The Columbia University Libraries comprises a diverse and engaged staff committed to furthering the University's teaching and research mission through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and strongly encourages individuals of all backgrounds and cultures to consider this position.
Content
Job posted to this site on May 25th at 10:13am
Medical Center Archives Intern at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine
Internship
The Medical Center Archives of NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine is hiring one paid intern to help preserve, arrange, describe, and digitize unique historical collections documenting the history of a premiere medical center and the second oldest hospital in the United States.
NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine:
The NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center originated from an affiliation agreement between The Society of the New York Hospital (chartered in 1771) and Cornell University Medical College (founded in 1898). The medical center first opened its doors in the fall of 1932.
Established in 1972, the Medical Center Archives preserves the records of the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, as well as affiliated and predecessor institutions, and makes these materials available for use by students, faculty, staff, and the public. In addition to institutional records, the Archives holds approximately 300 collections of papers and manuscripts from noted associates. In total, the Archives contains more than 10,000 linear feet of papers, records, multimedia, and photographs, which represent a continuous chronicle of health care, scientific research, and medical education dating to 1771.
Description:
The primary responsibility of the Medical Center Archives Intern will be to preserve, arrange, describe, and digitize hybrid historical collections according to archival standards and under the guidance of the Digital Archivist. The candidate will gain experience in processing, digitization workflows and file management, preservation rehousing, technical services database work, and metadata creation.
Schedule and Salary:
The internship is paid $20/hr. Flexible part-time hours (20 hours per week) available Monday-Friday from 9:30-4:30 for 35 weeks between September 2023 and May 2024.
Qualifications:
The candidate must be currently enrolled in or have successfully completed an introduction to archives course. The candidate must be familiar with working with historical materials and have knowledge of archival preservation, arrangement, and descriptive standards. Additionally, the candidate must have experience with the Microsoft Office suite, be organized and able to work independently on tasks, be flexible in changing situations, and be reliable and responsible.
How to apply:
E-mail resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for two references to librecruiting@med.cornell.edu under the subject line “Medical Center Archives Internship.” Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until June 12, 2023. Upon acceptance, the intern will undergo a health examination (paid for by the department) and complete online programs related to HIPAA and other HR topics, in compliance with institutional policies. COVID-19 vaccination is required for all employees of Weill Cornell Medicine prior to their start date. Employees can request religious and medical exemptions to vaccination, as needed.
Content
Job posted to this site on May 25th at 10:13am
Program Manager - Equity, Archives & Media Preservation at Metropolitan New York Library Council
Full Time
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Program Manager - Equity, Archives & Media Preservation will oversee METRO’s efforts to provide professional development and direct support for members who work to create, provide access to, and preserve digital and physical media. They will develop and carry out educational programming on media preservation, digitization, grant making, equity, and other areas as assigned. They will facilitate community conversations and other member-focused events on a regular basis.
The Program Manager will work alongside colleagues to manage grant funds distributed for the purpose of preserving our cultural heritage; specifically, they will work on METRO’s Equity in Action grant program and, in alternating years, METRO’s digitization grant program. For both of these programs, the program manager will create and administer advisory councils, oversee the selection processes, and act as METRO’s liaison to successful applicants. The program manager will write and send communications related to these efforts.
The individual in this position will develop and manage new programs that demonstrate METRO’s commitment to equity in the library and archives field. They will identify strategies to help underrepresented groups thrive in our field, from mentorship programs to educational content to community conversations. The Program Manager - Equity, Archives & Media Preservation will produce mechanisms by which to assess their efforts and will adjust their strategies according to feedback.
This position reports to the Executive Director
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manages and facilitates grant programs, including Equity in Action and METRO’s Digitization Grant Program
Creates program guidelines, funding priorities, communication and outreach strategies
Identifies METRO member community funding needs and priorities that can be incorporated into the program
Plans and facilitates all grant-related meetings and public information sessions
Creates and updates all outreach activities on metro.org, microsites, listservs and social media
Develops program timeline and meets key project deadlines
Acts as a program officer for grant recipients
Keeps track of grant recipient progress with regularly scheduled check-in meetings
Answers any questions and facilitates additional meetings as needed
Assists with online and offline events schedules
Plans and facilitates community calls, webinars, and other events as part of METRO’s professional development efforts
Aids with developing new programming areas
Provides back-end support to webinars, online trainings, and community calls as needed
Manages collaborative partnerships
Builds a strong rapport with METRO community members and partners. This may include frequent communication, meetings, and scheduling efforts to collaborate
Serves as a liaison for Empire ADC in the New York City area
Learns about software related to initiative
Confidently answers questions and communicates with New York City users
XFR Collective Liaison
Communicates with both organizations and monitors METRO’s AV transfer rack that resides in Brooklyn
Creates and modifies workflows related to the AV transfer rack as needed
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Master’s Degree in Library and Information Sciences or a related degree
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that will allow them foster relationships with various METRO contacts and collaborators
Community focused attitude that seeks to create a positive and educational space for METRO staff and supporters
A healthy approach to change, experimentation, and vision that will allow METRO to evolve and continue to be at the vanguard of LAM activities
The ability to keep many work streams organized and in motion
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
This is a remote work opportunity.
Salary: $65K
Please email a pdf of cover letter and resume to info@metro.org.
Content
Job posted to this site on May 24th at 3:34pm
Visiting Assistant Librarian-Instruction Specialist at Stony Brook University
Part Time
Visiting Assistant Librarian-Instruction Specialist
Location: Stony Brook University
Open Date:
May 16, 2023
Deadline:
Jun 16, 2023 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Description
Official Title: Visiting Assistant Librarian
Instruction Specialist Position - Part-time, one year
Salary: $30,000
Position description and duties:
Come join our faculty and engage with the diverse student body at Stony Brook University Libraries! The Instruction Specialist is a part-time position geared towards instilling the love of research in students through library instruction and reference. You will teach library research skills and facilitate faculty research and scholarship activities.
Monday - Thursday, including occasional evenings and weekends. Approximately 18 hours/week on site; hours may vary. Position starts August 14, 2023.
•
Teach research and information literacy skills across a range of academic subjects
•
Develop digital resources and interactive tutorials in support of student learning objectives
•
Provide virtual and in-person reference services
•
Explore emerging technologies for use in educational settings
•
Other responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Required: Currently enrolled in or completed a Master of Library Science degree or equivalent library degree from an accredited college or university.
Preferred: Experience providing library instruction for a variety of disciplines, or other teaching experience. Experience providing reference service in an academic library.
Application Instructions
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4195240.
All application materials must be submitted online. Please use the Apply Now button to begin your application. For technical support, please visit Interfolio's Support Site (https://support.interfolio.com/) or reach out to their Scholar Service Team at help@interfollio.com or (877) 997-8807.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Pamela Di Pasquale at pamela.dipasquale@stonybrook.edu.
SPECIAL NOTES: This is a non tenure track position. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously. Anticipated start date: as soon as possible. Application Procedure: Those interested in this position should submit a State Employment Application, cover letter, resume/CV and names and contact information for three references. Priority will be given to applications submitted prior to June 16, 2023, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
THE FOLLOWING PARAGRAPH ONLY APPLIES TO POSITIONS THAT MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH PATIENTS OR PATIENT CARE EMPLOYEES.
In accordance with federal and state regulations that all hospitals and nursing homes require personnel to be vaccinated against COVID-19, candidates who are not already fully vaccinated must obtain the first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine within three (3) calendar days of acceptance of a conditional job offer and must obtain any subsequent doses in accordance with that particular vaccine manufacturer’s protocol. Candidates who are partially vaccinated, but not yet fully vaccinated, must complete their vaccination series within three (3) calendar days of a job offer or in accordance with that particular vaccine manufacturer’s protocol, whichever comes later.
The state regulation also includes those who may be affiliated with or interact with employees of a hospital or nursing home. The regulations allow for limited exemptions with reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable law.
The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.
In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request . It can also be viewed online at the University Police website athttp://www.stonybrook.edu/police.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information,veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
Copyright ©2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
https://www.jobelephant.com/
jeid-f089ad7547cb73469ad10f9e42a48797
Content
Job posted to this site on May 24th at 3:33pm
Part time Children's Librarian at Cold Spring Harbor Library
Part Time
Cold Spring Harbor Library seeks a part time librarian to work in the Children's department one evening per week, plus one Saturday and one Sunday per month.
Content
Job posted to this site on May 22nd at 9:41pm
Research and Instruction Librarian at Gottesman Libraries/Teachers College, Columbia University
Full Time
The Gottesman Libraries aspire to excellence in advancing and sharing transformative knowledge to develop informed and engaged thinkers and leaders in the educational, psychological, and health professions. We envision the library, beyond walls, as the heart and soul for the exchange of thoughts and ideas that inform a smarter, healthier, and more equitable world enlightened by history, leadership, and innovation.
Job Summary/Basic Function:
The Research and Instruction Librarian will deliver top, front-facing patron services to strengthen existing offerings and meet the needs of the Teachers College community in support of teaching, learning, and research. They will play a key role in building an instructional collection of resources in multiple formats, reflective of the College’s academic programs to encourage greater usage of the Libraries’ collections;
research literacy; and communication central to needs in library instruction.
Primary responsibilities include:
Designing and conducting instruction sessions 25%
- Conducting systematic outreach to faculty and instructors to promote instruction sessions.
- Coordinating and scheduling sessions with the Head, Reference & Reader Services
- Researching and implementing new instructional modalities for instruction sessions
Providing high-quality reference and research assistance 25%
-Conducting personal consultations to students, faculty and staff
- Responding to questions through the Libraries’ various service points
- Offering guidance to students, faculty, and staff on narrative, scoping, and systematic literature reviews
Developing and supporting research guides and workshops 25%
- Designing and providing small group hybrid workshops in alignment with the ACRL Information Literacy Framework
- Assessing the impact of research guides and implementing changes to content as needed
Leveraging library social media and blog for research, instruction, and program offerings - 15%
- Planning social media posts in coordination with the Head, Reference & Reader Services
- Collaborating with other librarians to develop regular content
Monitoring trends in emerging technologies and working with staff to implement those that support library services and instruction - 5%
- Developing projects and setting self-directed research goals
- Service on relevant committees within Teachers College and Columbia University Libraries
Other duties as assigned - 5%