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Job posted to this site on October 5th at 12:57pm
Library Faculty Open Rank (Coordinator of Information Literacy) at Lehman College of the City University of New York
Full Time
ACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Lehman College, City University of New York’s public senior college in the Bronx, is located on a 37-acre, tree-lined campus 40 minutes by direct subway from midtown Manhattan. The College is a force for social justice and a vital contributor to the new Bronx Renaissance. In 2022, Degree Choices ranked Lehman College as the number-one Hispanic-serving institution in the country.
Reporting to the Associate Dean and Chief Librarian, the Coordinator of Information Literacy is responsible for managing and scheduling all library instruction activities and promoting information literacy throughout the campus.
Specific responsibilities include:
• Plan, implement, market, and evaluate Library’s instruction programs
• Coordinate and schedule instruction activities with a team of library teaching faculty
• Work collaboratively to produce information and instruction support materials and guides
• Chair Instruction-Assessment Committee and support pedagogy and professional development in information literacy instruction
• Work productively with campus discipline faculty to incorporate information competencies across the curriculum by integrating resource-based learning
• Keep abreast of new developments in instructional technologies, online pedagogy, and virtual resources
• Identify and leverage innovative education technologies to develop assessment tools
• Provide library instruction, Reference service, and collection development activities in designated disciplines
QUALIFICATIONS
All titles require a Master's in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. A second Master’s degree is preferred and required for appointment to Assistant Professor. At least two years of academic library experience. Experience in teaching, lecturing, or presenting to groups.
Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.
For appointment as Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, a second graduate degree is required.
Preferred qualifications:
Demonstrated expertise in information literacy theory and practice; experience with instructional technologies, course management software, and design of
information materials; knowledge of best practices in assessment and evidence-based research; supervisory or management experience; demonstrated commitment to
outstanding customer service and teamwork in a multicultural environment.
COMPENSATION
Salary Range: $93,134 – $107,789
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
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select “Apply Now” and provide the requested information:
Candidates should submit a cover letter, CV-resume, and names and contact information of three professional references.
CLOSING DATE
Review of applications will begin November 1, 2023.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
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Job posted to this site on October 3rd at 12:50pm
Chief Librarian - Associate Professor or Professor at New York City College of Technology
Full Time
Chief Librarian - Associate Professor or Professor
FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
New York City College of Technology of the City University of New York (CUNY), located in in downtown Brooklyn, is a comprehensive college offering 58 associate and bachelor’s degree programs in engineering technologies, health related and other career-oriented disciplines We pride ourselves on the rich diversity of our students, faculty and staff, representing more than 120 countries and speaking more than 85 languages, with many students the first in their families to attend college. We are soliciting applications for a collaborative, thoughtful, and innovative leader to serve as Chief Librarian of the Ursula C. Schwerin Library. This is a faculty position.
City Tech’s Ursula C. Schwerin Library is integral to the educational mission of the college, and fosters connections with and supports students, faculty, and staff in their academic pursuits. We are committed to student success as we implement and acquire services and resources that will have the greatest positive impact on the diverse City Tech community.
City Tech is a member of CUNY’s library system, a federation of 31 libraries and the CUNY Central Office of Library Services supporting the University’s 25 campuses. CUNY’s libraries act both together and individually to acquire books, media, and e-resources, and CUNY faculty and students are welcome to visit and to borrow materials from any CUNY library.
Reporting to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Chief Librarian will lead approximately 16 full-time as well as 20 part-time faculty and staff. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of current library technologies and trends, emerging areas of librarianship, and assessing and developing library services, collections, and technologies. They will have an engaged and empathetic leadership style and a commitment to transparency and clear communication across faculty and staff titles and positions.
The Chief Librarian will:
Provide strategic, financial, and managerial leadership for the library, working collaboratively and collegially with faculty and academic leadership at the college and across the university’s library system
Chair the Library Department and guide the work and professional development of full-time tenure-line library faculty, professional and IT staff, civil service staff, and part-time faculty and staff in a collective bargaining environment
Serve as the primary advocate and spokesperson for the library and for library personnel on campus, locally, statewide and nationwide
Represent the library on the Provost’s Senior Staff, the college Personnel & Budget Committee, College Council, and other college committees
Collaborate with Library faculty and staff on the library’s strategic direction that aligns the library’s mission, goals, and objectives with the college and university mission and strategic plan.
Support assessment activities, resulting in development and implementation of improvement plans and reassessment
Represent City Tech and develop effective resources and services across the university’s library system on the CUNY Council of Chief Librarians and other university committees
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
An ALA-accredited graduate degree in library and information studies
An additional graduate or professional degree
A record of scholarly and professional achievement and service appropriate to the rank of associate or full professor
Preferred Qualifications
At least five years of library management and supervisory experience, with increasing responsibility, and evidence of effective resource management (including personnel, budget, collections, etc.)
A broad understanding of the issues confronting higher education and the role and changing nature of academic libraries
Experience with assessment and strategic planning
Strong commitment to service-oriented collaboration and outreach with multiple campus constituencies
Demonstrated effectiveness in recruiting, supporting, and mentoring a diverse faculty and staff, and a commitment to fostering to an inclusive working and learning environment that supports scholarly, creative and pedagogical work
Strong advocacy skills on behalf of library personnel and mission and the ability to value all personnel as contributors to the success of the organization
Demonstrated commitment to transparent and ethical decision-making through collaboration and consensus building
Strong analytical, interpersonal, and motivational skills
COMPENSATION
Salary Range: $110,641-$129,310
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
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates should provide a cover letter, CV/resume, and statement of scholarly interests.
CLOSING DATE
Open until filled, with review of resumes to begin on or after November 02, 2023.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
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Job posted to this site on October 3rd at 10:24am
Institutional Repository Librarian at Montclair State University
Full Time
Reporting to the Associate Dean for Research, Teaching and Engagement, the Institutional Repository Librarian is responsible for managing Montclair State University’s institutional repository (IR) and related technologies. The Institutional Repository Librarian has primary responsibility for guiding the development of a successful system of tools to support and showcase Montclair scholarship and unique local collections. This position works in close collaboration with other library units to administer and develop the university's Digital Commons presence (digitalcommons.montclair.edu) and integrations, including Research with Montclair/Research with NJ and PlumX Metrics. The Institutional Repository Librarian contributes to library research data support efforts. This is a 12-month, tenure-track position (Librarian III/Librarian II). Rank will be determined commensurate with credentials and experience.
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Job posted to this site on September 29th at 12:15pm
Records Coordinator at Department of Buildings
Full Time
Please apply through the job posting website.
The Records Management team is responsible for developing uniform standards and procedures for the handling of Agency Records within the framework of the City's statutory requirements. Reporting to the Records Management Officer, the Records Coordinator will assist in the development and promulgation of standards and procedures for the timely maintenance, preservation, servicing, and disposal or transfer of all records created by the Agency.
The Records Coordinator, with great latitude for independent judgement and action, will assist the Records Management Officer with:
- The creation, maintenance, and revision of the records retention and disposition schedule.
- Management of the Agency's off-site records storage accounts, as well as maintenance contracts for microform equipment and supplies.
- The implementation of an Electronic Records Management System, Records365. This includes attending interagency and vendor led meetings as well as, coordinating with IT and selected DOB units.
- Specialized grant related project work, including but not limited to research, writing, and performing grant funded project work.
- Clearing through the backlog of specialized projects to ensure that records sent offsite maintain their accessibility by bringing them up to date with standards, correcting historical errors, and performing specialized research.
- Supervising ad hoc project work as needed. Including but not limited to temporarily supervising unit staff such as college aides and temps, digitization projects, data cleaning, data imports, preparation of reports on the unit's operations, and improving standard operating procedures.
- Liaising with external agencies as necessary. Including but not limited to the Department of Records and Information Services and the Law Department.
- The preparation of reports on the unit's operations.
- Performing duties of operational Records Coordinator as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
1. A master's degree from an accredited college in Library Science, Archival Science, American History, Political Science or a related area, plus two years of full-time experience in archival or library science, one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity of incumbents performing at a professional level; or
2. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have a master's degree from an accredited college and the one year of supervisory experience as described in "1" above.
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Job posted to this site on September 29th at 11:31am
Director of Collections at The New York Society Library
Full Time
About the Library
The New York Society Library is New York City’s oldest library, founded in 1754. The Library is open to all
for reading, reference, and selected events, with circulation and other services available to members.
Membership is open to all for an annual fee. The Library’s beautiful, landmarked building dates from
1917 and includes reading rooms, spaces for study, book stacks, a Children’s Library, and the Assunta,
Ignazio, Ada and Romano Peluso Exhibition Gallery. The Library has approximately 300,000 volumes in
its collection, comprised of circulating books, periodicals, electronic resources, e-books & digital
magazines, rare books, and institutional archives. It is an important collection that spans the reading
history of New Yorkers from the mid-18th century to the present day and that includes materials from
as early as the 15th century. The Library also hosts a variety of special events, reading & writing groups,
workshops, and the New York City Book Awards.
Position Summary
The New York Society Library (NYSL) is seeking an enthusiastic and visionary leader to be our Director of
Collections. The ideal candidate will be an experienced manager and a self-motivated forward thinker,
who is passionate about books and libraries.
Reporting to the Director & Head Librarian and serving as a member of the senior management team,
the new position of Director of Collections will be responsible for the strategic direction and the day-to-
day management of the Collections Department, in alignment with the Library’s overall strategic and
long-term plans. The Director of Collections will lead a newly consolidated department comprising a
staff of eight library professionals in Acquisitions, Cataloging, Special Collections, and Conservation. The
Director of Collections will also work collaboratively with the Children’s Library staff, Exhibitions, and
Circulation Department.
The Library’s collection is comprised of nearly 300,000 circulating books, periodicals, electronic
resources, e-books & digital magazines, rare books, and our institutional archives. The Director of
Collections will guide the management of this diverse collection by meeting the reading and
informational needs of current and future Library members and visitors, ensuring accessibility, and
providing excellent stewardship of these materials. This senior leader will oversee a highly professional
and skilled staff responsible for the selection, acquisition & disposition, cataloging, care, preservation,
and risk management of the Library’s collection. The Director of Collections will need to balance the
competing demands of the day-to-day process flow, while successfully managing special projects, such
as the digitization of archival materials and the preparation for a proposed library expansion.
The most competitive candidates will have experience in library acquisitions or in cataloging, and who
are as comfortable working hands on as they are mentoring and managing others. The successful
candidate will share our mission to serve the needs of the general reader by acquiring, and making
available and accessible high-quality titles that will educate, entertain, and enlighten our members and
visitors for years to come. We are looking for the best candidate for the position, one who will work well
with our service-minded staff. We recognize that not all candidates will meet all the qualifications as
stated and therefore, we encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet all of our
preferred criteria.
Minimum Qualifications
MLS from an ALA-accredited program
Ten or more years’ experience in a library collections department with demonstrated
experience in some or all aspects of collections management: acquisitions, cataloging & technical services, integrated library software maintenance, materials conservation and
preservation
Five or more years’ experience supervising, evaluating, and mentoring staff
Strong organizational and communications skills
Excellent teamwork
Professional Competencies
Demonstrated success in personnel management including the ability to foster team
commitment and trust; to prepare and support staff through change; to inspire team members;
and to foster creativity and innovation.
Demonstrated ability to manage change by developing workable implementation plans;
communicating changes effectively; monitoring transitions; and evaluating results.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated organizational and project-planning skills.
Ability to work independently and collegially.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with staff, colleagues, and Library users.
Experience providing public service and instruction in a library setting.
Demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and
accessibility.
Desirable Skills and Qualifications
Experience using Innovative Interfaces Sierra ILS
Familiarity with the Dewey Decimal classification system
Familiarity with Library of Congress subject headings and rule interpretations
Reading knowledge of Latin and/or at least one Western European language
How to apply:
To be considered for the position, potential candidates should email a cover letter and resume to
Carolyn Waters, Director & Head Librarian at cwaters@nysoclib.org. Please include “Director of
Collections” as the subject line.
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Job posted to this site on September 28th at 3:09pm
Emerging Technology and Digital Projects Librarian at NYU Law
Full Time
Description
The Emerging Technology and Digital Projects (ETDP) Librarian will be a member of the Technology & Digital Initiatives team and report to the Associate Director for Technology & Digital Initiatives. The ETDP Librarian will work with the T&DI team to assess, plan, and implement digital projects and explore emerging technologies in academic libraries, law libraries and the legal field generally. The ETDP Librarian will lead and oversee initiatives focusing on digital accessibility, emerging technologies, and digital preservation. The person hired in this position will help to shape the library’s goal of building a sustainable future for technology within the library.
Duties & Responsibilities
● Serving as a member of the Law Library’s Technology Team, the candidate is expected to be able to:
o Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to support the migration to a new integrated library system.
o Participate in the law library’s mission to create documentation, and evaluate and update workflows within the T&DI department and library.
o Research and stay up to date on legal technologies and their implementation in law.
o Develop projects utilizing innovative technology that will assist law faculty and students.
o Create and present instructional sessions in the areas of legal technology and other digital technologies.
● Serving as a member of the Law Library’s Digital Initiatives Team, the candidate is expected to be able to:
o Participate in the planning, development, implementation, maintenance, and technical support of the Library’s core digital initiatives.
o Develop and execute digital projects including, but not limited to, digital accessibility, digital preservation, and controlled digital lending.
o Investigate and assist in the writing of grant proposals.
o Support the ongoing development and maintenance of the library’s special collections, including a full inventory of the materials.
o Develop digitization policies, best practices, and workflows for future digital projects.
o Liaise with the Collection Services and Reference departments for digital projects, as needed.
o Assist in cataloging and metadata projects, as needed.
● Serving as a member of the Law Library’s Technology Committee, the candidate is expected to be able to:
o Assess current library technologies and suggest changes.
o Liaise with other library departments to identify or develop projects requiring significant technology requirements.
o Troubleshoot problems that occur and assess feasible alternatives or solutions.
Classification
This is a non-tenure track faculty (Continuing Contract Faculty/Assistant Librarian of Practice) position, and after an initial contract, is eligible for multi-year contracts.
Salary
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary for this position is $79,500-$99,500. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. Excellent benefits package.
Diversity & Inclusion
The NYU Law Library is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community, and to bringing new voices into the field. We strongly welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications & Experience:
● M.L.S. (or equivalent).
● 3-5 years of professional library experience, with law or academic library experience preferred. Experience obtained while a student will also be considered.
● High level of proficiency with library related information technology applications.
● Demonstrated ability to manage both small scale and large scale projects successfully.
● Experience or interest in the use of coding and/or technology to resolve problems and develop projects.
● Experience using integrated library systems, interlibrary loan software, discovery layers, and other related library software.
● Demonstrated ability to balance multiple duties and deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
● Knowledge or interest in emerging technologies and/or legal technologies.
● Interest or experience in law.
● Experience working with rare materials and/or archives particularly with respect to digital collections.
Exceptional Qualifications & Experience
● J.D., LL.B, and/or LL.M.
● Expertise and hands-on experience with web applications and programming languages including one or more of the following is highly desirable: HTML, HTML5, CSS, CSS3, JavaScript, JQuery, Python, PHP, Web Services, or API’s.
Application Instructions
Please submit a cover letter, a resume and the names and contact information for three professional references.
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Job posted to this site on September 27th at 1:05pm
Metadata Services Assistant to the Librarian at The New School Libraries, Collections & Academic Services
Full Time
The New School Libraries, Collections, and Academic Services (LCAS) seeks an Assistant to the Librarian for cataloging. Reporting to the Assistant Director for Metadata and Collection Services (MCS), this is a full-time clerical position within the Digital Library and Technical Services (DLTS) department. This position is responsible for copy-cataloging, including multi-volume sets, audio-visual, serial, and music scores. The position also performs the physical processing of library materials, general catalog maintenance and participates in Course Reserves, Interlibrary Loan, Document Delivery, and other collection request processing.
Please visit the application website below for the full job description and further details. The review of applications begins Monday, October 9, 2023; the position opens until filled.
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Job posted to this site on September 26th at 5:24pm
Assistant Director of Public Services & Lecturer in Law at Yeshiva University
Full Time
Assistant Director of Public Services & Lecturer in Law
Job No: 497162 Index 815061
Work Type: Staff Full-time
Department: University Libraries
Location: Brookdale Center, 55 Fifth Avenue, NY, NY
Categories: Legal, Library
Position Summary:
The Assistant Director of Public Services will provide leadership through library strategic planning and management of the public services team. The position works closely with the Associate Dean of Library Services to lead and mentor library personnel, oversee the budget, develop a library collection to support the community, and implement programming to support student learning and faculty research.
Position Responsibilities:
• Works closely with the Associate Dean of Library Services to develop and implement the law library's mission, values, and strategic plan.
• Provides leadership and oversees the law library's access, research instruction, and reference services.
• Develops and implements strategic direction for public services, including student and faculty outreach.
• Assists the Associate Dean of Library Services with personnel, budget, and administrative activities as a member of the law library's management team.
• Recruits, trains, and evaluates professional librarians, library staff, and student workers.
• Provides mentorship to public services by creating a culture of professional development and learning.
• Provides in-person and virtual reference services and participates in faculty research.
• Teaches at least two sections of the required Advanced Legal Research course per academic year.
• Participates in law library collection development including co-chairing the collection development committee with the Head of Acquisitions & Collection Development.
• Collaborates with the institutional repository team on strategic planning for the institutional repository.
• Remains current on trends and developments in legal research and instruction, library services, and leadership.
• Oversees the development of written documentation, policies, and procedures by department heads and managers for access, research instruction, and reference services.
• Assumes overall responsibility for the law library in the absence of the Associate Dean of Library Services
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
• This position manages at least three departments. The position will interact with YU library staff, CSL library staff, faculty, students, law school staff, and vendors. The incumbent is expected to make informed decisions independently and in consultation with Associate Dean of Library Services.
Experience & Educational Background:
Required qualifications:
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) or foreign equivalent.
• Masters in Library Science (MLS), Masters in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution or foreign equivalent.
• In lieu of an MLS/MLIS/foreign equivalent requirement, 5 years of experience in an academic library with demonstrated experience in reference, access services, and collection development.
• Minimum of 2 years of management experience in a library.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in legal research instruction.
Preferred qualifications:
• Prior work experience in an academic library.
Skills & Competencies:
• Planning and vision for law library public services.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve challenges and conflicts.
• Seeks opportunities for professional growth.
• Adheres to ethical standards and integrity in decision-making and professional interactions.
• Commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion in our workplace and in the systems, services, and collections.
• Working in a collaborative and collegial space.
• Building and managing diverse relationships within the library and law school.
• Leading teams, embracing change, and fostering innovation.
• Developing direct reports.
• Robust organizational abilities.
• Effective communication skills (listening, speaking and writing).
Application Instructions:
Cover letter and CV required
Salary Range:
$120,000 - 125,000
About Us:
The Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law is a leader in legal education, located in Manhattan's Greenwich Village. The law school is renowned for its program in intellectual property, which includes the FAME Center for Fashion, Arts, Media and Entertainment Law. Cardozo Law has a long tradition of public advocacy and is the birthplace of the Innocence Project and the home of our Center for Rights and Justice. Cardozo offers a world-class faculty and encourages creative thinking and innovation in the legal profession. Cardozo provides students with a strong foundation in legal theory combined with practical hands-on experience in a variety of areas including criminal law, civil rights law, and business law. The school prides itself on creating a vibrant and warm community for faculty, staff and students.
A division of Yeshiva University, Cardozo Law School offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans. The law school is a secular institution within a religious university and welcomes people of all religions, ethnic backgrounds, races and sexual identities.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
Application Instructions:
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4623571
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Job posted to this site on September 25th at 4:36pm
Seeking Teen Services Librarian at Ridgefield Library
Full Time
(Search re-opened) The Ridgefield Library in beautiful Ridgefield, CT is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic librarian with a track record of innovative public library service for tweens, teens and emerging adults to join our staff as the Teen Services Librarian. Join our collaborative, supportive team dedicated to providing welcoming, patron-driven services to our entire community.
The Teen Services Librarian develops the full range of library resources, materials and programming for students in grades 6-12. The Teen Services Librarian reports to the Adult Services Department Head and is an integral member of the Adult Services team, upholding the mission, vision and values of the Ridgefield Library. The Teen Services Librarian participates in setting the future direction for the Library as a whole by working towards the goals and objectives embodied in the Library’s Strategic Plan.
Qualifications: Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills; three (3) years of experience in a public or school library position working with teens; completion of a master’s degree in library science OR education OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Education and/or experience must demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in job description.
Physical requirements include ability to lift up to 40 pounds and ability to push and pull objects weighing up to 80 pounds on wheels. This is a full-time (35 hours per week), exempt salaried position. Salary range of $57,000 to $62,000, dependent on experience, with an outstanding benefit package that includes paid time off, health coverage and 401K retirement plan with generous organizational matching. Must be available to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekend rotations. Detailed job description available here.
Please email cover letter and resume to Laura Zolotorofe, Executive Assistant/Facilities Manager, LAZolo@ridgefieldlibrary.org by 5:00 PM on October 13, 2023. Review of applications will begin immediately.
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Job posted to this site on September 22nd at 8:19pm
Preservation Digital Imaging Librarian at Yale University Library
Full Time
Position Focus:
Reporting to the Head of Digital Reformatting & Media Services (DRMS), the Preservation Digital Imaging Librarian will manage a suite of imaging services designed to meet the Library’s preservation goals and increase online access to collections. As a member of DRMS, the position will contribute to the efforts of a nationally and internationally recognized program for the preservation of library and archives collections. The incumbent will keep abreast of key trends in preservation, digital imaging practice/technology and will work with a wide range of staff stakeholders and experts to build sustainable digital collections for users now and in the future. The role oversees services that include both inhouse scanning and digital photography, and work accomplished through commercial vendors.
The Preservation Digital Imaging Librarian will:
Direct the services and workflows for digital imaging projects and patron requests from end-to-end. Prioritize requests and projects to maximize staff time. Create timelines for completion and measure outputs to improve processes and future planning. Coordinate with multiple stakeholders, experts, and external service providers to ensure that specifications and standards are followed. Uphold preservation best practices for source originals and the creation digital surrogates.
Collaborate with Digital Special Collections & Access (DSCA), public services staff, and subject specialists to coordinate digitization services for patron requests, and for project-based workflows. Partners with DSCA in determining appropriate digitization center or solution for digital imaging projects for special collections. Partner with general collections-focused scanning units to address collection and patron needs that fall outside of their capabilities or service model. Integrate programmatic preservation reformatting for fragile or damaged collections into priorities and workflows.
Work closely with Preventive Conservation staff to manage incoming and outgoing collections. Ensure that conservation recommendations for care and handling of collections and staff training needs are met. Coordinate with Media Preservation Manager to ensure the workflow for patron-requested AV formats follows a process that reflects preservation, archival, and operational best practices.
Liaise with public services staff and service points to answer questions, provide information, set appropriate patron expectations, and evaluate how well patron and staff needs are being met.
Coordinate and/or supervise the work of staff, including a photographer, a digitization assistant, and student assistants, who carry out digital capture, processing and quality control of images using a variety of equipment, specialized software, databases, and online workflow tools.
Contribute to initiatives and ongoing efforts to make library content more available and accessible online, sustain effective and efficient processes, and leverage software and other tools to their best advantage.
DEIA Commitment in Recruitment: Yale University Library serves a diverse staff, campus, local, and global community and is deeply committed to advancing its goals for equity, inclusion, and accessibility. This commitment is reflected in our mission, strategic directions, staff values, initiatives, and scholarly activity. To support our goals for staff recruitment, retention, and development, Yale Library invites applications from candidates who have a proven commitment or demonstrated success with supporting diversity and inclusion through their work, service, research, and/or teaching.
This position will be assigned a rank of Librarian 2 or Librarian 3. Yale University assigns ranks to librarian positions based on a combination of professional experience and accomplishments. Librarian ranking information can be found at: http://bit.ly/YULRanksPromotions.
Essential Duties
1. Actively practices and advocates effective communication in all aspects of digital initiatives within the Library and throughout the YUL system. Establishes productive relationships with individuals and organizations both at Yale and at other institutions in order to advance Library objectives. 2. Work closely with curators and key staff to assess feasibility, propose, and develop plans for digital projects. 3. Work with Library IT to design and implement technical infrastructure and workflows. 4. Evaluate and make recommendations on digitization procedures for a wide range of collection materials considering issues of original format, productivity and preservation, as well as YUL standards. 5. Analyze researcher, faculty and student needs and develop programming in support of digital research and teaching. Analyze the feasibility of new services or modifications to existing Library services. Work independently or lead a project team to implement Library goals. 6. Assume full or partial responsibility in project management for Library digital initiatives including assessment and evaluation of project scope, analysis, project proposals, quality assurance, workflows, staffing, budgeting, documentation, and reporting. 7. Evaluate, recommend and assist with digitization equipment and software selection as well as facility oversight including staff and patron workstations located in the library. 8. Manage local and/or vendor digitization. 9. Serves on various Library, Yale University Library, and Yale University committees in support of the Library and University’s mission relevant to digital initiatives. 10. Participates in professional activities outside of Yale and monitors developments and best practices elsewhere to help ensure the excellence of the Library’s technology activities. 11. May be required to assist with disaster recovery efforts. 12. May be assigned to work at any Yale University Library location.
Required Education and Experience
1. Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school or equivalent accredited degree. In selected instances, a post-graduate degree in museum studies or a related discipline in the humanities or social sciences may be substituted for a master’s degree in library science.2. Demonstrated knowledge of current national and international metadata content and structure standards related to library and archival control of collection materials.3. Demonstrated knowledge of library digitization standards and practices.4. Demonstrated excellent oral and written communications and analytical ability.5. Demonstrated record of designing projects and bringing them to conclusion in a timely fashion.6. Demonstrated experience working collaboratively and independently with various groups within a complex organization and rapidly changing team environment. Yale University assigns ranks to librarian positions based on a combination of professional experience and accomplishments (see range assigned to this description as noted in the posting position title). Librarian ranking information can be found at: http://www.library.yale.edu/about/departments/lhr/rank.html.
Required Skill/Ability 1:
Two or more years of project management experience in support of a large, complex, timebound projects. Ability to lead a high production program and service for a range of preservation and access purposes.
Required Skill/Ability 2:
Excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to explain complex technical and preservation issues and processes to non-specialist audiences.
Required Skill/Ability 3:
Demonstrated knowledge of digitization workflows. Ability to evaluate options for digitization equipment, such as scanners and digital cameras, and image capture, post-production, color management and processing software applications.
Required Skill/Ability 4:
Demonstrated ability supervising or directing the efforts of a high performing team and training staff.
Required Skill/Ability 5:
Demonstrated ability with digital imaging projects for preservation purposes. Demonstrated understanding of digitization challenges and solutions for cultural heritage collections.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
Skill with digital content stewardship and digital collections metadata. Familiarity with archival processing practices and metadata schema. Experience working in a research library, archive, or special collections library. Experience applying principles of DEIB to digitization projects and prioritization. Experience with grant writing and budget management.
Drug Screen
No
Health Screening
No
Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:
https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines
Posting Disclaimer
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
EEO Statement:
University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).
Note
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Job posted to this site on September 22nd at 10:39am
Library Techinician at St. Joseph's Seminary
Full Time
Position Responsibilities:
Responsible for a range of daily circulation tasks, including shelving books, checking books in/out, organizing book displays, shelf reading, issuing library cards, and managing overdue book fines.
Provides students with reference services to help them use our resources to locate relevant research materials for their papers.
Oversees all aspects of the library’s periodical collection including checking in, claiming missing issues, shifting back issues, and assisting in their evaluation.
In charge of the fulfillment of interlibrary loan requests from our students and other libraries via the use of our interlibrary loan service.
Assists in the cataloging and physical processing of new books including labeling, covering, and repairing books.
Responsible for the set-up, maintenance, and breaking down of course reserves each semester.
Regular physical work such as shifting books, shelving books, and bound periodicals is a requirement of the position.
Assists with the gathering and collating of data required for annual library reports for our accrediting bodies.
Responsible for the processing, mailing, and checking in of annual bindery orders.
Assists with the use of and maintenance of library hardware throughout the library.
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned by the library director.
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Job posted to this site on September 21st at 9:41pm
Circulation/Document Delivery Clerk (LVL 5) at Maloney Law Library, Fordham University School of Law
Full Time
Reporting to the Head of Circulation & Access, the Circulation/Document Delivery Clerk assists with the circulation and document delivery services including the processing, tracking and communication regarding requests. Additionally, the position supports the maintenance of the library collection, library’s social media presence and the training and assessment of the part-time staff.
This full-time position is 35 per week, with evening and weekend hours required. The biweekly salary range is $2,051.06
Fordham University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.
Essential functions include:
Assists in the coordination of circulation and document delivery services.
Assists and communicates with patrons regarding material requests and informational needs in person, over the telephone and by email.
Staffs the circulation desk and communicates library policies, procedures and directional information, and answers routine circulation questions.
Serves as point person for faculty requests on evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
Processes Interlibrary loan and document delivery requests.
Tracks and records material requests and statistical data.
Supports maintenance of the library collection, including shelving and shifting material, inventorying the collection, searching for missing items, and filing and distribution of incoming legal updates.
Supports training and assessment of PT staff, and assists with coordination of PT staff tasks and projects.
Assists with managing the library course reserve service, including scanning of items for controlled digital lending.
Supports the law library’s social media presence on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
Assists with research, planning, promotion, and execution of library events and outreach programs.
Assists with generating website content, and developing and producing instructional videos.
Organizes and uploads material to the Fordham Law Archive of Scholarship & History (FLASH).
Participates in the development and implementation of circulation and library policies.
Performs additional duties and tasks as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Library and/or customer service experience
Willingness to learn new digital tools and resources
Organized and detail oriented
Must be capable of light lifting and shelving activities
Mandatory Competency Testing
Demonstrated Writing Ability
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
Experience with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office suite
Familiarity with library circulation module
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Job posted to this site on September 21st at 4:21pm
Executive Director of Library Services at Manistee County Library (MI)
Full Time
Executive Director of Library Services – Manistee County Library (MI)
The Manistee County Library (MI) Board of Trustees seeks a thoughtful and engaging leader as its next Executive Director of Library Services. With a $1.5 million budget, 18.5 FTE, and six locations, the library provides over 24,000 residents with essential services and resources through a variety of programming, diverse print and electronic resources, and knowledgeable staff. Library highlights include robust children’s programming, a Library of Things collection, and one-on-one technology assistance. In the coming years, the library will be focusing on a renewal of its existing tax millage, an assessment of the organization’s facilities, and building lasting relationships with community organizations.
Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan, Manistee County boasts a unique blend of natural beauty and small-town charm that make it a destination for many. The area has a rich history, with Victorian-era architecture adorning the streets of downtown Manistee. The county’s arts scene, featuring the historic Ramsdell Theatre, eight museums, and frequent Little River Casino concerts, offers cultural enrichment for all. The area offers hiking, fishing, and water sports across 25 miles of sandy shoreline on Lake Michigan, over 500,000 acres in the Manistee National Forest, multiple inland lakes, 270 miles of rivers, and many four-season fisheries.
Responsibilities: Under the general direction of the Manistee County Library Board of Trustees, the Executive Director of Library Services plans and directs the services of the library system to provide for the education, reading entertainment, and information needs of the community. The Executive Director of Library Services, as the only staff member with an MLS, is responsible for building and maintaining library collections; developing policies for Board approval to guide library operations; supervising library staff, training new staff members, assisting in negotiations with the libraries’ unionized employees, preparing and administering the budget, and performing other administrative functions.
Qualifications: A master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited library school and five years of progressively more responsible experience in library administration with extensive prior supervisory/administrative experience is required. The Library Board, at its discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience. The ideal candidate will have experience with long-range planning, training new library workers, involvement with a successful millage effort, and be a team leader who will serve as the face of the library.
Compensation: The hiring salary range is $60,000 – $75,000 (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 Brian C. Hare (brianhare@bradburymiller.com). This position closes on Sunday, October 22, 2023.
View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links at https://bradburymiller.com/job/manistee/.
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Job posted to this site on September 20th at 4:26pm
Coordinator of Information Literacy at Lehman College
Full Time
Reporting to Associate Dean and Chief Librarian, Coordinator of Information Literacy is responsible for managing and scheduling all library instruction activities and promoting information literacy throughout the campus.
Specific responsibilities include:
Plan, implement, market, and evaluate Library’s instruction programs
Coordinate and schedule instruction activities with team of library teaching faculty
Work collaboratively to produce information and instruction support materials and guides
Chair Instruction-Assessment Committee and support pedagogy and professional development in information literacy instruction
Work productively with campus discipline faculty to incorporate information competencies across the curriculum by integrating resource-based learning
Keep abreast of new developments in instructional technologies, online pedagogy, and virtual resources
Identify and leverage innovative education technologies to develop assessment tools
Provide library instruction, Reference service, and collection development activities in designated disciplines
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED: MLS from an ALA-accredited institution. Second Master’s degree preferred and required for appointment to Assistant Professor. At least two years of academic library experience. Experience in teaching, lecturing, or presenting to groups.
PREFERRED: Demonstrated expertise in information literacy theory and practice; experience with instructional technologies, course management software, and design of information materials; knowledge of best practices in assessment and evidence-based research; supervisory or management experience; demonstrated commitment to outstanding customer service and teamwork in a multicultural environment.
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Job posted to this site on September 20th at 2:36pm
Electronic Resources Discovery & Access Librarian at Columbia University Librarian
Full Time
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Collection Strategies, the E-Resources Discovery & Access Librarian is responsible for the establishment and maintenance of stable and consistent online access, development of local workflows, and maintenance of effective discovery and retrieval of electronic resources. This position also ensures quality metadata of electronic resources through internal review and collaboration with staff in the collection Strategies unit, cataloging and acquisitions units, library information technology, selectors, and vendors. This position oversees electronic resource troubleshooting, focused on complex access problems.
This position exhibits: a knowledge of bibliographic records and a holistic view of the metadata workflow across e-resource lifecycle management; a thorough knowledge of openURL linking to improve the quality and workflow of data in knowledge bases and on public Web sites, knowledge of KBART, DOI, Z39.50 and other database cross-searching standards; knowledge of cataloging practices for electronic resources.
This position has the option to operate partially remotely and requires residency within a commutable distance.
This position is being hired for at the same time as one other position in the Collection Strategies unit, the ‘Electronic Resources Acquisition Librarian.’ Applicants are encouraged to explore and apply to one or both relevant positions.
Responsibilities
Manage key Electronic Resource Management (ERM) systems, including knowledge base, openURL linking service, and article discovery service. Create and implement standards, best practices, and workflow for ERM tools and maintenance updates. Manage electronic resource customization and configuration, including uploading locally hosted streaming media. Develop, maintain, and document tools and workflows for the management of electronic resources.
Lead and monitor metadata management (discovery) for records loaded into ERM system, ILS (CLIO), MARC record uploads, and non-MARC metadata.. Lead electronic resource maintenance projects incorporating global editing, record enhancement and batch processing of records. Collaborate across departments for efficient and effective discovery and access of electronic resource records. Optimize procedures for receiving, reviewing and processing of electronic records for all formats, including streaming video. Serve as metadata consultant for library-wide projects to document and develop solutions for manipulating data at scale.
Maintain quality control of e-resource purchases and subscriptions in Library management systems, including but not limited to CLIO, Intota, GOBI, and other library management systems.
Conduct data clean-up projects using scripting tools
Maintain title records provided by vendors, shepherding them through the uploading process to library discovery platforms
Coordinate and implement vendor platform changes
Work with librarians and library staff via committee or working group on identifying, proposing and implementing solutions for improved discovery and access
Provide solutions to e-resource problem reports submitted by staff and users
Supervise one bargaining unit employee with primary responsibility for problem reporting and resolution
Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices related to electronic resources, metadata discovery, and access. Pursue professional development activities to improve knowledge, skills, and abilities.
About the Columbia University Electronic Resources Unit Collections
The Collections Strategies unit manages the purchasing, renewals, licensing, and maintenance of e-resource collections of more than 1,800 databases, 300,000 e-journals, 9 million e-books and a growing number of streaming media collections and data sets. The unit troubleshoots user access to e-resource collections and enhances the discovery of e-resource collections in its ILS and discovery platform. Improving the discovery and accessibility of e-resources collections, particularly e-books, is a continuing focus across the Libraries especially as systems rapidly grow, expand and change in the evolving electronic resources environment.
About Columbia University Libraries
We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities to apply for this unique opportunity to become a part of our evolving Libraries and University community. Columbia University Libraries is a globally-recognized academic research library system, serving one of the world’s most important centers of research and learning in the most exciting and dynamic city in the world. Talented Libraries staff build, sustain, and make discoverable collections that transcend traditional boundaries of format and domain, keeping pace with a dynamic and rapidly evolving information environment and creating opportunities for users to encounter 4,000 years of human thought.
Our decisions are informed by new curricula developed to meet the needs of a more diverse student body, new and emerging areas of research being conducted by a broad spectrum of researchers, including graduate students and newly-hired faculty, as well as by perspectives from the diminished or entirely lost voices of historically oppressed, marginalized, and underserved populations and communities. As an organization, the Libraries provides a supportive, connected environment where every employee’s perspective is valued and every employee is encouraged to grow. All staff members have an impact on Columbia’s mission to advance knowledge at the highest levels and make the results of research accessible to the world.
Columbia University has a longstanding commitment to diversity rooted in values of inclusion and social justice, a commitment reflected in the curriculum and throughout University life. Columbia welcomes applications from candidates who share these values and who will foster their contribution to the University’s educational mission. We invite applicants who have demonstrated creative approaches to empowering and mentoring staff, leading projects, solving problems, and developing user-centric programs, services, or collections.
Qualifications
Minimum Degree Required:
ALA Accredited MLS degree or equivalent in theory or practice
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience managing and coordinating the access and discovery of electronic resources utilizing ERM tools.
Demonstrated understanding of principles of descriptive metadata in MARC and non-MARC environments.
Ability to apply the principles that guide the organization of bibliographic information to the organization of electronic resources (metadata).
Knowledge of Electronic Resource Management systems and Integrated Library Systems. Knowledge of openURL and link resolvers.
Experience fostering a collaborative team environment with a focus on professional growth and development.
Demonstrated commitment to fostering an environment of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Excellent supervision, teamwork, and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate clearly, knowledgeably, and personably, orally and in writing.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience providing expert solutions to and troubleshooting for user e-resource problem reports
Experience working with Library vendors in regard to metadata records
Familiarity with accessibility standards and issues related to vendor/provider compliance for online/electronic resources
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Job posted to this site on September 20th at 1:05pm
Electronic Resources Acquisitions Librarian at Columbia University Libraries
Full Time
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Collection Strategies, the E-Resources Acquisitions Librarian is responsible for acquiring and integrating electronic resources content for the Columbia University Libraries, with a focus on acquiring Ebooks (firm orders, approval plans, and frontlists), databases, datasets, and media. This position works collaboratively with the Collection Strategies unit and staff in all areas of the library in the purchase and implementation of purchased electronic resource content.
This position exhibits a knowledge of the acquisitions landscape for e-resource content of multiple types and formats; vendors and publishers of e-resource content; the quickly evolving ways of purchasing Ebooks including frontlists and evidence-based acquisitions; and the complexities of both purchased and leased Ebook collections.
This position has the option to operate partially remotely and requires residency within a commutable distance.
This position is being hired simultaneously with another position in the Collection Strategies unit, the ‘Electronic Resources Discovery & Access Librarian.’ Applicants are encouraged to explore and apply to one or both relevant positions.
Responsibilities
● Manage acquisitions of purchased content, focusing on Ebook firm orders, approval plans, databases, datasets, frontlists, and streaming media. Manage tracking, processing, and invoice payment of purchased e-resource content. Advise and collaborate with the Assistant Director on effective workflow management for e-resource acquisitions. Assist selectors with the management of approval profiles. Coordinate with E-Resources Discovery & Access Librarian to ensure e-resource content is accessible to all users.
● Liaise with vendors to facilitate e-resources acquisitions. Evaluate and enhance vendor record sets for e-resource packages. Coordinate new vendor setup and vendor maintenance of electronic resource platforms, including trials. Coordinate and implement vendor platform changes with the E-Resources Discovery & Access Librarian.
● Participate in internal committees to represent issues relating to e-resource-purchased content and participate in consortial partnerships for e-resource-purchased content.
● Supervise two bargaining unit employees with primary responsibility for purchased content acquisitions.
● Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices related to electronic resource acquisitions. Pursue professional development activities to improve knowledge, skills, and abilities
About the Columbia University Electronic Resources Collections
The Collections Strategies unit manages the purchasing, renewals, licensing, and maintenance of e-resource collections of more than 1,800 databases, 300,000 e-journals, 9 million e-books, and a growing number of streaming media collections and data sets. The unit troubleshoots user access to e-resource collections and enhances the discovery of e-resource collections in its ILS and discovery platform. Improving the discovery and accessibility of e-resources collections, particularly e-books, is a continuing focus across the Libraries, especially as systems rapidly grow, expand, and change in the evolving electronic resources environment.
About Columbia University Libraries
We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities to apply for this unique opportunity to become a part of our evolving Libraries and University community. Columbia University Libraries is a globally-recognized academic research library system, serving one of the world’s most important centers of research and learning in the most exciting and dynamic city in the world. Talented Libraries staff build, sustain, and make discoverable collections that transcend traditional boundaries of format and domain, keeping pace with a dynamic and rapidly evolving information environment and creating opportunities for users to encounter 4,000 years of human thought.
Our decisions are informed by new curricula developed to meet the needs of a more diverse student body, new and emerging areas of research being conducted by a broad spectrum of researchers, including graduate students and newly-hired faculty, as well as by perspectives from the diminished or entirely lost voices of historically oppressed, marginalized, and underserved populations and communities. As an organization, the Libraries provides a supportive, connected environment where every employee’s perspective is valued and every employee is encouraged to grow. All staff members have an impact on Columbia’s mission to advance knowledge at the highest levels and make the results of research accessible to the world.
Columbia University has a longstanding commitment to diversity rooted in values of inclusion and social justice, a commitment reflected in the curriculum and throughout University life. Columbia welcomes applications from candidates who share these values and who will foster their contribution to the University’s educational mission. We invite applicants who have demonstrated creative approaches to empowering and mentoring staff, leading projects, solving problems, and developing user-centric programs, services, or collections.
Qualifications
Minimum Degree Required:
MLS degree or equivalent degree in theory or practice
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience managing e-resources of acquisitions of purchased content.
Knowledge of the complex, ever-changing academic library electronic resources environment.
Demonstrated understanding of the MARC bibliographic and authorities formats for e-books, databases, and other purchased e-resource content.
Experience with electronic resource management (ERM) systems, bibliographic records, Ebook vendors and resources and Integrated Library Systems.
Understanding of best practices for tools and resources for electronic resource subscriptions and licensing.
Demonstrated commitment to fostering an environment of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Excellent supervision, teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate clearly, knowledgeably, and personably, orally and in writing.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience on use of major vendor acquisition e-book platforms.
Experience working with Library vendors in regards to setup, trials and maintenance.
Familiarity with accessibility standards and issues related to vendor/provider compliance for online/electronic resources.
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Job posted to this site on September 20th at 12:00pm
Assistant: Alumni, Archives & Program at Skowhegan School of Painting & Sculpture
Full Time
Skowhegan seeks an Archive and Program Assistant to work in a small, creative, and fast-paced environment. Working out of the New York office, this individual will provide broad support to Skowhegan’s programming, with an equal emphasis on the school’s rich history and its active community of working artists. This individual will help maintain and grow a dynamic program that reflects the breadth and depth of Skowhegan’s archives and alumni. They will work closely with the Alumni and Archives Coordinator, the Program Manager when seasonally relevant, and other Skowhegan staff.
The ideal candidate is as comfortable problem-solving with artists at a live performance as spending a whole day with a spreadsheet. They should have a high level of fastidiousness and organizational acumen, coupled with responsiveness and a knack for innovation. The office is small and convivial, and the Assistant should anticipate working in-person at least three days a week, and at least one evening a month.
Alumni Alliance project support (30%)
Attend all Alumni Alliance meetings and programs (evenings required)
Provide project and program support as needed (all-hands / responsive attitude required – build a wall, hang a picture, layout a zine, photograph an event, edit a press release, etc.)
Interface with artists of many ages and backgrounds with candor, professionalism and respect for both Skowhegan’s mission and the artists that comprise the program.
Archive project support (40%)
Process raw materials to be integrated into document archive
Supplement and maintain organization of digital holdings
Catalog Lecture Archive in JSTOR Forum using Dublin Core and providing access to JSTOR front-end
General Administrative Support (30%)
Coordinate website updates and emails with Communications point person
Manage form submissions (mailing list, alumni updates, archive requests, open calls)
Provide general administrative support as needed to advance program goals.
Reports to: Archives & Alumni Coordinator, and other project leads as required
Desired Skills & Experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
1+ years of relevant experience (academic and/or professional)
Ability to manage and liaise on multiple projects at one time
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Strong organizational skills, and research or archival experience a plus
Interest and knowledge of contemporary and 20th century art, artists, and practice
Proficient in Google Suite; Adobe Creative Suite; Filemaker Pro; Zoom
Cataloging experience, HTML/CSS a plus
Compensation & Benefits
40-hours weekly, in-person M-W-F, hybrid optional for T-Th, at least one evening a month (in person). Full time benefits (health, vision, dental, 401k matching plan, PTO). Occasional evenings and weekends required. Salary range: $45,000 - $53,000
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Job posted to this site on September 19th at 11:34am
Research and Instructional Technology Librarian at Marymount Manhattan College
Full Time
Marymount Manhattan College is seeking a dynamic and tech-savvy librarian to fill the role of Research and Instructional Technology Librarian. This position is responsible for providing comprehensive support services and research assistance to our diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in both in-person and online library initiatives, contributing to the enhancement of teaching and learning experiences through innovative practices and effective use of technology. Reporting to the Director of the Library, the Research and Instructional Technology Librarian will collaborate closely with faculty, students, and various college departments to promote online learning initiatives, information literacy, facilitate faculty development, and contribute to the overall educational mission. This is a full-time non-tenured staff position.
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Job posted to this site on September 18th at 4:02pm
P/T Bilingual Outreach Assistant-New Americans Program at Queens Public Library
Part Time
Queens Public Library's New Americans Program, a division of the Programs and Services Department, celebrates Queens residents’ cultures and helps newcomers understand life in the United States.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the NAP Immigrant Services Coordinator, the part-time NAP Bilingual Outreach Assistant is responsible for conducting outreach, promoting programs, and providing clerical support to the NAP division.
The part-time NAP Bilingual Outreach Assistant, while working closely with the Community Engagement Department, represents NAP at community fairs and promotes library programs and resources. This position will conduct outreach visits to community-based organizations serving immigrants and identify the specific needs of those immigrant communities. Conducts outreach visits to Senior Centers in Queens that serve immigrant seniors and facilitates presentations to center members. Prepares reports of outreach visits.
The part-time NAP Bilingual Outreach Assistant also assists with marketing PSD programs. Enters program information/attendance in the LAMPS marketing database and assists in updating the Dynamics Community Partner Database. They will assist with monitoring programs in the Community Libraries and with the translation of program flyers and other library materials. The part-time NAP Bilingual Outreach Assistant will be responsible for setting up and monitoring virtual programming and troubleshooting software issues. Assists in the receiving and organizing of incoming supply orders, sending out supplies to staff, data entry, filing, and other clerical duties. Performs other duties as required.
Position Information:
Flexible schedule with a maximum of 17 hours per week, Monday to Friday; weekends as needed. This is an in-person position.
Extensive travel required.
Part-time positions do not offer any medical or health benefits.
Please submit your resume and cover letter by email to the address indicated below.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or High School Equivalency is required, some college preferred. A minimum of one (1) year of office experience is required. Must be highly organized and detail-oriented. Excellent oral and written communication skills and intermediate knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel are required. Fluency in a second language spoken in Queens is required. Proficiency in Spanish preferred. Experience working with SAP or financial management software preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft suite preferred.
About Queens Public Library:
Queens Public Library is a national and international leader in the delivery of public library service. Our mission is to transform lives by cultivating personal and intellectual growth and by building strong communities. Queens Public Library welcomes innovators and leaders to contribute to a long history and dynamic future of serving the most diverse county in the United States. Queens Public Library is a private, non-profit corporation with 1,700 employees serving 66 locations.
The Queens Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Job posted to this site on September 17th at 9:40pm
Substitute Visual & Performing Arts-Music Librarian (Instructor or Assistant Professor) at Queens College
Full Time
The Substitute Visual & Performing Arts-Music (VPA-Music) Librarian is a full-time substitute position at Queens College Library (QCL). As a member of the Library Faculty this public services position reports through the Development Group to the Chief Librarian. QCL promotes a hybrid work schedule (80% on-site, 20% remote) for full-time personnel, which may include evenings and weekends. Substitute appointments are made generally for a six-month period, renewable up to a total of two years.
Responsibilities
Participates in core librarianship and teaching functions, such as:
Provides research assistance through in-person, online, and hybrid means
Participates in the Library instruction program by teaching course assignment-based sessions for ENGL 110 and for subjects relevant to the position, other kinds of workshops and sessions, and credit courses
Develops learning objectives and library instruction materials in arts disciplines.
Participates in resource development (e. g. collection development, guides, etc.) and outreach as VPA-Music subject specialist for the varied subjects in the Aaron Copland School of Music (ACSM) and the department of Drama, Theatre & Dance (DTD)
Fosters VPA involvement and collaboration with Library professionals providing specialized resources and services, such as Digital Scholarship & OER, Makerspace, etc., to facilitate a holistic approach to supporting performing arts teaching and applied learning
Plays an active service role in Library teams, and engages in service to the profession, college, and university
Pursues opportunities for scholarly conversations, presentations, publications, etc.
Performs other professional duties as needed by the Library
As a member of the Development Group and the VPA team participates in activities such as:
Manages the Music Library in the ACSM, its spaces, resources, and services, and supervises its personnel.
Collaborates with the VPA-Art Librarian to maintain a strong relationship between the Library and the varied School of Arts and related humanities departments
Takes an innovative approach to expanding and developing collections in the performing arts, and pursues outreach opportunities to materially support them
Creates digital and physical exhibits showcasing library resources in the visual and performing arts, collaborating with the VPA-Art Librarian, the Head of Special Collections and Archives, and other library personnel supporting exhibits & events
Serves as backup for the VPA-Art Librarian who oversees the Art Collection and other VPA and related subjects in the main library
Minimum Qualifications
Master's in Library Science (MLS) or Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. A second Graduate Degree is required for appointment as an Assistant Professor. Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.
Preferred Qualifications
Subject Knowledge & Skills:
Undergraduate or graduate degree in Music OR the equivalent in demonstrated experience in music performance accompanied with an undergraduate or graduate degree in the performing arts
Familiarity with digital tools and technologies in the performing arts
Familiarity with current trends in resources and research strategies in the performing arts
Librarianship & Teaching:
One cumulative year’s experience providing library research & reference services
One cumulative year’s experience in performing arts librarianship and/or performing arts teaching
Supervisory experience managing personnel
Interest in participating in scholarly conversations, presentations, publications, etc.
To Apply:
This position is open until filled
Review of applications begins October 13th, 2023
Applicants should email the following to: library@qc.cuny.edu
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
One-page cover letter
Contact information for two professional references
Include “Substitute VPA-Music Librarian” in the email subject line
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Job posted to this site on September 15th at 12:31pm
Senior Librarian - Cataloging (Music) at The New York Public Library
Full Time
Overview
BookOps Cataloging is responsible for discoverability of all resources in all formats for users who search the New York Public Library and Brooklyn Public Library catalogs. Resources are discoverable if they are cataloged correctly to include author, title, and subject access in addition to keyword indexing, thereby making materials available to more library users of Research and Branch collections of NYPL and the Brooklyn Public Library circulating collections.
The Music Cataloger (Senior Librarian) position creates original catalog records and updates existing catalog records for materials in all formats in the areas of music, performing arts, and other subjects as needed by the BookOps member libraries.
Responsibilities:
Performs original, complex-copy, and copy cataloging of music and performing arts materials in print and non-print formats, including scores, books, sound recordings, audio-visual, and electronic resources.
Assigns and maintains name, subject, and title access points in bibliographic records and performs authority work at national level.
Processes bibliographic and authority data files from vendors and other sources.
Catalogs and classifies print and non-print materials in English and other languages.
Plans and executes special cataloging assignments.
Assists in training staff in the Cataloging department.
Contributes to the development of cataloging procedures and reports for music related resources.
Required Education & Certifications
ALA accredited Master’s degree (MLS, MLIS) in Library and Information Studies.
Public Librarian’s professional certificate issued by the State of New York (can be obtained from the NYS Dept. of Education upon employment)
Bachelor’s Degree or second Master’s Degree in music
Required Experience
At least one year of experience in library cataloging and classification of scores, print and non-print music resources
Required Skills
Demonstrated knowledge of RDA and AACR2.
Demonstrated knowledge of Dewey Decimal Classification and Library of Congress Classification.
Demonstrated knowledge of MARC21 and ISBD.
Demonstrated knowledge of Library of Congress Subject Headings, Library of Congress Medium of Performance Thesaurus for Music (LCMPT), and Library of Congress Genre/Form Terms (LCGFT)
Strong knowledge of music history, theory, notation and a wide variety of music genres.
Knowledge of Music Library Association Best Practices for Music Cataloging Using RDA and MARC 21.
Familiarity with a ILS system (preferably Innovative’s Sierra) and a bibliographic utility such as OCLC Connexion.
Knowledge of one or more non-English languages (preferably Romance, Germanic, or CJK languages).
Knowledge and awareness of emerging trends in the field of cataloging and metadata.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team to meet planned goals and deadlines.
Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to problem-solve in a collaborative environment to address cataloging issues
Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities
N/A
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Job posted to this site on September 13th at 4:09pm
Reference and Instruction Librarian at Guttman Community College, CUNY
Part Time
Adjunct Reference and Instruction Librarian
The Stella & Charles Guttman Community College, CUNY is seeking a part-time Reference and Instruction Librarian for the upcoming 2023-2024 Academic Year.
Conveniently located in midtown Manhattan, Guttman draws a culturally diverse student body from across New York City and is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution. The College is committed to using a range of innovative approaches to achieve its goals and to improve student persistence, retention, completion, and transfer. The centerpiece of Guttman’s educational model is an integrated first-year core curriculum, where students examine current world issues and use New York City as a living text and laboratory.
The part-time Reference and Instruction Librarian’s key responsibilities include:
Providing reference in-person and online
Promoting and teaching in-person library instruction classes
Embedding library services online via Blackboard
Creating online learning materials for students, including LibGuides and LibWizard tutorials
Preferred candidates will have experience working in an academic library; experience providing in-person and online library reference; experience with library instruction; the ability to work independently and excellent communication skills.
Shifts may be scheduled between 9am-5pm Monday through Friday. The successful candidate will be able to work around 15 hours per week over 2 or 3 weekdays. Applicants must have an ALA-accredited MLIS.
Applicants should send a cover letter and CV by email to Interim Chief Librarian Alexandra Hamlett at Alexandra.Hamlett@guttman.cuny.edu The position is open until filled, and review of applications will begin immediately. Preference is given to applications submitted before September 20.
Hourly rate: approximately $50 per hour; consult the PSC-CUNY salary schedule for non-teaching adjunct hourly rates.
Alexandra Hamlett
Interim Chief Librarian
Guttman Community College, CUNY
alexandra.hamlett@guttman.cuny.edu
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Job posted to this site on September 13th at 10:18am
Substitute STEM & Data Management Librarian (Instructor or Assistant Professor) at Queens College
Full Time
The Substitute STEM & Data Management Librarian is a full-time substitute position at Queens College Library (QCL). As a member of the Library faculty this public services position reports through the Instruction & Research Group to the Chief Librarian. QCL promotes a hybrid work schedule (80% on-site, 20% remote) for full-time personnel, which may include evenings and weekends. Substitute appointments are made generally for a six-month period, renewable up to a total of two years.
Responsibilities
Participates in core librarianship and teaching functions, such as:
Provides research assistance through in-person, online, and hybrid means
Participates in the Library instruction program by teaching course assignment-based sessions for ENGL 110 and for subjects relevant to the position, other kinds of workshops and sessions, and credit courses
Develops learning objectives and library instruction materials in STEM disciplines.
Participates in resource development (e. g. collection development, guides, etc.) and outreach as STEM subject specialist for the varied subjects in the three departments of Biology, Chemistry & Biochemistry, and Physics
Facilitates a holistic approach to supporting STEM teaching and applied learning through STEM involvement and collaboration with Library professionals in specialized areas such as Digital Scholarship & OER, Makerspace, etc.
Plays an active service role in Library teams, and engages in service to the profession, college, and university
Pursues opportunities for scholarly conversations, presentations, publications, etc.
Performs other professional duties as needed by the Library
Performs Data Management (DM) activities as a member of the Data Services team, such as:
Supports scientific openness and effective communication through DM best practices and policies, and instruction and consultations to students and faculty Substitute STEM & Data Management Librarian
Selects tools and technologies to analyze and manage data, and provides instruction and training on the data and IT platforms supported by the Library
Manages data and innovative data services responsive to the needs of faculty and students in STEM and other data-heavy disciplines (e. g. Business & Economics), with plans to facilitate data integrity & access, and data preservation & storage
Minimum Qualifications
Master's in Library Science (MLS) or Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. A second Graduate Degree is required for appointment as an Assistant Professor. Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.
Preferred Qualifications
Subject Knowledge & Skills:
Undergraduate or graduate degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline
Familiarity with current trends in resources and research strategies in STEM fields
Formal education or experience in data (e. g. data management, data science, etc.)
Proficiency in one statistical or quantitative analysis software (e. g. R, SPSS, Stata)
Proficiency in one data visualization or geospatial software (e. g. ArcGIS, Tableau)
Proficiency in one scripting or programming language (e. g. SQL, Python, Perl, PHP)
Librarianship & Teaching:
One cumulative year’s experience providing library research & reference services
One cumulative year’s experience in STEM librarianship and/or STEM teaching
Interest in participating in scholarly conversations, presentations, publications, etc.
To Apply:
This position is open until filled
Review of applications begins October 13th, 2023
Applicants should email the following to: library@qc.cuny.edu
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
One-page cover letter
Contact information for two professional references
Include “Substitute STEM Librarian” in the email subject line
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Job posted to this site on September 13th at 10:17am
Non-Teaching Adjunct Librarians (Adjunct Lecturer) at Queens College
Part Time
As part-time members of the Library Faculty these public service positions report through the Instruction & Research and User Experience Groups to the Chief Librarian. QCL adjunct librarians shall expect a semesterly schedule of approximately 150 hours, which may include evenings and weekends.
The following subject specialist positions are excellent opportunities for recently graduated librarians interested in academic librarianship:
Adjunct Humanities Librarian: Africana Studies, Comparative Literature, Hispanic Languages & Literatures, Latin American & Latino Studies
Adjunct Social Sciences Librarian: American Studies, Arabic & Middle Eastern Studies, Disability Studies, Geography & Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Sociology
Adjunct Sciences Librarian: Anthropology & Archaeology, Health & Medicine, Native American Studies
Adjunct Makerspace Librarian: Technology
Adjunct Web Librarian: Computer Science
Responsibilities
Participates in core librarianship and teaching functions, such as:
Provides research assistance through in-person, online, and hybrid means
Participates in the Library instruction program by teaching course assignment based sessions for ENGL 110 and for subjects relevant to the position, other kinds of workshops and sessions
Develops learning objectives and library instruction materials in relevant disciplines
Participates in resource development (e. g. collection development, guides, etc.) and outreach as a subject specialist NTA Librarians
Fosters involvement and collaboration with library professionals providing specialized resources and services, such as Digital Scholarship & OER, Makerspace, etc., to facilitate a holistic approach to supporting teaching and applied learning
Creates digital and physical exhibits showcasing library resources in the relevant subject specialties, collaborating with library personnel supporting exhibits & events
Performs other professional duties relevant to the candidate’s skills and experience, as needed by the Library
Minimum Qualifications
Master's in Library Science (MLS) or Master’s in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.
Preferred Qualifications
Subject Knowledge & Skills:
Undergraduate or graduate degree in a subject relevant to the position
Familiarity with digital tools and technologies in subjects relevant to the position, OR in the case of the Makerspace and Web librarians, relevant to the functional practices of making & design thinking, and web -maintenance, -design, -programming, -usability, respectively
Familiarity with current trends in resources and research strategies in subjects relevant to the position Librarianship & Teaching:
One semester’s cumulative experience providing library research & reference services
One semester’s cumulative experience in library instruction and/or teaching
To Apply:
These positions are open until filled
Review of applications begins October 13th, 2023
Applicants should email the following to: library@qc.cuny.edu
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
One-page cover letter
Contact information for two professional references
Include the specific adjunct librarian title in the email subject line (e. g. Adjunct Humanities Librarian)
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Job posted to this site on September 12th at 6:55pm
Substitute Visual & Performing Arts - Art Librarian (Instructor or Assistant Professor) at Queens College
Full Time
The Substitute Visual & Performing Arts-Art (VPA-Art) Librarian is a full-time substitute position at Queens College Library (QCL). As a member of the Library Faculty this public services position reports through the Development Group to the Chief Librarian. QCL promotes a hybrid work schedule (80% on-site, 20% remote) for full-time personnel, which may include evenings and weekends. Substitute appointments are made generally for a six-month period, renewable up to a total of two years.
Responsibilities:
Participates in core librarianship and teaching functions, such as:
Provides research assistance through in-person, online, and hybrid means
Participates in the Library instruction program by teaching course assignmentbased sessions for ENGL 110 and for subjects relevant to the position, other kinds of workshops and sessions, and credit instruction materials in arts disciplines
Participates in resource development (e. g. collection development, guides, etc.) and outreach as VPA-Art subject specialist for the varied visual arts subjects in the Art department and in the department of Media Studies
Fosters VPA involvement and collaboration with Library professionals providing specialized resources and services, such as Digital Scholarship & OER, Makerspace, etc., to facilitate a holistic approach to supporting performing arts teaching and applied learning
Plays an active service role in Library teams, and engages in service to the profession, college, and university
Pursues opportunities for scholarly conversations, presentations, publications, etc.
Performs other professional duties as needed by the Library
As a member of the Development Group and the VPA team participates in activities such as:
Manages the Art Collection on Rosenthal’s 6th floor, its spaces, resources, and services, and supervises its personnel
Collaborates with the VPA-Music Librarian to maintain a strong relationship between the Library and the varied School of Arts and related humanities departments
Takes an innovative approach to expanding and developing collections in the performing arts, and pursues outreach opportunities to materially support them
Creates digital and physical exhibits showcasing library resources in the visual and performing arts, collaborating with the VPA-Music Librarian, the Head of Special Collections and Archives, and other library personnel supporting exhibits & events
Serves as backup for the VPA-Music Librarian who oversees the Music Library and related subjects in the department of Drama, Theatre & Dance
Minimum Qualifications
Master's in Library Science (MLS) or Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. A second Graduate Degree is required for appointment as an Assistant Professor. Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.
Preferred Qualifications
Subject Knowlege & Skills:
Undergraduate or graduate degree in the visual arts or in media studies
Familiarity with digital tools and technologies in the visual arts or in media studies
Familiarity with current trends in resources and research strategies in the visual arts or in media studies
Librarianship & Teaching:
One cumulative year’s experience providing library research & reference services
One cumulative year’s experience in visual arts or media studies librarianship and/or visual arts or media studies teaching
Supervisory experience managing personnel
Interest in participating in scholarly conversations, presentations, publications, etc.
To Apply:
This position is open until filled
Review of applications begins October 13th, 2023
Applicants should email the following to: library@qc.cuny.edu
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
One-page cover letter
Contact information for two professional references
Include “Substitute VPA-Art Librarian” in the email subject line