Library Director – Anderson Public Library (IN) The Anderson Public Library (IN), a renowned and progressive institution serving the vibrant communities of Anderson City, Anderson, Stony Creek, And Union Townships in Indiana, is seeking a dynamic and visionary individual to serve as its next Library Director. Working with 41.16 FTE staff, two locations, including both the Anderson Public Library and the Lapel Branch Library, and a $5.7 million budget, the new director will work to provide nearly 70,000 residents in the library district with a thriving, diverse, trusted, library at the center of the community. Key initiatives include making the library more visible to the population it serves, developing a healthy organizational culture, and working with the board and staff to align the organizational structure with patron’s needs.  Anderson, Indiana, a city nestled in the heart of Madison County, is an hour northeast of Indianapolis and its international airport.  Downtown Anderson boasts an array of restored historic buildings. Anderson’s devotion to the arts is evident through its historic Anderson Museum of Art, located in the former Carnegie Library building, the restored Paramount Theatre and ballroom, and live music venues, which provide a platform for creativity to thrive.  Nature enthusiasts will delight in the abundance of parks and green spaces scattered throughout the city, along with the hiking trails at Mounds State Park and mountain bike trails at the Rangeline Nature Preserve. It is also the home of Anderson University, Purdue Polytechnic and a new Ivy Tech Community College campus.  Anderson’s warm and welcoming community radiates a sense of pride and unity, fostering connections among its residents.  Responsibilities: The Library Director functions as the Chief Executive Officer of the library and is responsible for overseeing systemwide services and physical facilities, assessing and determining budgetary operating and capital needs, selecting and directing managers, and promoting library services. Responsibilities include but are not limited to selecting, supervising, training, and evaluating department staff and effectively scheduling staff to best meet library needs; administering library business in compliance with the Library Board of Trustee’s policies, grant stipulations, Indiana Code Law, and Indiana State Library requirements, including compliance with professional certification requirements for library staff; designing and developing plans to ensure effective use of present and future materials, collections, and technology applications to best meet customer and staff needs; developing a strategic plan and short-term goals in collaboration with library board and staff; and modeling open communication with library staff and customers.  Qualifications: A master’s degree in library and information science and 5 years of relevant experience are required. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator and listener, appreciate the value of staff to an organization, possess knowledge of current trends in the library profession, and will collaborate when problem solving.  Compensation: The hiring salary range is $116,000 – $130,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package which includes health, dental, a 457 plan, pension, and life insurance.  For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or PDF attachments to Briana Trudell (brianatrudell@bradburymiller.com). This position closes on Sunday, September 3, 2023.  View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links at https://bradburymiller.com/job/anderson-in/.

Part-Time 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 Chief Librarian Meagan Lacy at Meagan.Lacy@guttman.cuny.edu The position is open until filled, and review of applications will begin immediately. Preference is given to applications submitted before August 7. Hourly rate: approximately $50 per hour; consult the PSC-CUNY salary schedule for non-teaching adjunct hourly rates.

Overview The Cybersecurity team is tasked with maturing NYPL’s overall security posture to ensure personal information and critical systems are safeguarded throughout the Library. The team works closely with internal and external stakeholders to implement the security program. The Cybersecurity Intern will participate in risk management processes, review alerts, contribute to IT and Security policies, assist in refining the security program, work on vulnerability disclosure processes, develop training and awareness materials, analyze threat intel, and contribute to other projects. The Cybersecurity Intern collaborates with the IT, Cloud, Development, Policy, and other teams. Gain real-world exposure to security practices. Learn how to translate security theory into practical application. Access to training materials.   Hybrid 21-28 hours per week (2 days in the office) See full details on the NYPL Careers website.

The Access Services Librarian, Hudson Valley Community College, performs the following duties:  •    oversees circulation and resource sharing services and operations to provide consistent delivery and user experience at all campus locations.   •    leads full-time support staff who deliver daily access services, including training, workflow development, scheduling, and resolving complex problems. •    oversees fulfillment-related functions in Ex Libris Alma and the Primo discovery service and coordinates resource sharing services via Alma and ILLiad as part of the Alma Management Team.   •    effectively communicates policies and practices in face-to-face, written, and other communication.   •    advocates for both access and removal of barriers to library materials, resources, and services in a climate centered on student success.   •    collects and analyzes metrics to assess effectiveness of library services as well as user experience in the library.   •    engages in best practices including those defined by the campus, SUNY shared services, and the profession.   •    delivers reference, instruction, and subject-specific liaison services as a member of the library faculty. •    works one evening weekly during fall and spring semesters and shares in building oversight during evening and weekend hours.

Reporting to the Faculty Director of the Digital Humanities Center (DHC), this position provides leadership and coordination in the strategic planning and implementation of policies, systems, programs, and services to support the DHC’s mission. The Associate Director’s responsibilities include designing, implementing, and assessing Center services and programming that enable transformative digital humanities pedagogy and research at Barnard. The AD collaborates with faculty on implementing DH methods into specific courses, develops and leads workshops for digital humanities methods and tools, and partners with other Centers and BLAIS staff on shared programs such as the Thinking Digitally Summer Institute. The AD supports a portfolio of digital humanities research projects and works with BLAIS colleagues to provide infrastructure, maintenance, and preservation of digital humanities scholarship. The AD oversees all DHC operations including the budget, digital infrastructure, workflows, programming, and staff (currently 1 Post-Baccalaureate Fellow, and graduate and undergraduate student workers.) We may fill the role as Associate Director or as Senior Associate Director, depending on experience. The DHC is housed in the Milstein Center for Teaching and Learning along with Barnard’s other Academic Centers and the Barnard Library and Academic Information Services (BLAIS.) Each of the Academic Centers supports the internal instructional mission of the College–by training students and faculty in the use of technologies, methods, and instructional practices–and promotes external-facing programming and community engagement that explore trends and academic research within their respective domains of expertise. Essential Duties Develops and leads services to train and support students and faculty in digital humanities methodologies and approaches, e.g., text analysis, timelines, mapping, data visualization, digital archives, etc. Consults with faculty to introduce and build digital humanities skills and assignments into their courses, especially in support of the Thinking Technologically and Digitally foundations requirement.  Coordinates the annual Thinking Digitally Summer Institute, a multi-center collaboration that supports a cohort of Barnard faculty to create or transform a digital assignment.  Leads and empowers a high-performing team, including supervising, training, and mentoring the Post-Baccalaureate Fellow and undergraduate and graduate student workers.  Forges strong relationships and collaborations with Centers and BLAIS staff that result in dynamic and generative digital humanities scholarship, pedagogy, and programming.  Builds inclusive and resilient communities of learning among Barnard faculty and students through DHC programs. Designs sustainable workflows, processes, and documentation to support the ongoing work of the center. Manages the DHC budget and collaborates with DHC leadership to propose annual budgets in support of the center’s essential programs and services.  Plans and implements solutions for the DHC’s digital infrastructure, in collaboration with colleagues in BLAIS, and provides digital humanities training and skill development for DHC staff and relevant BLAIS staff. Consults with faculty on digital humanities research projects, providing guidance on technology choices and project management. Represents the DHC in local, national, and/or international venues and promotes the work of the DHC at academic and/or professional conferences.   Skills, Qualifications & Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities     In-depth knowledge of the field of digital humanities, including experience working on a range of digital humanities projects and in digital humanities classrooms. Highly effective in interpersonal relations, strong verbal and written communication, and a proven ability to interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, administrators and external stakeholders. Knowledge of budgeting procedures and techniques. Knowledge of principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building, and professional development. Proficiency with one or more digital humanities technologies and platforms. The portfolio currently includes Omeka, Scalar, WordPress, StoryMap, TimelineJS, CSS, HTML, and Trello. Required Qualification Summary     Demonstrated commitment to diversity, social justice, and inclusive excellence, and an ability to connect with others and cultivate relationships based on mutual trust and respect and collegiality is required. An ALA-accredited graduate degree in library or information science and/or advanced degree in humanities discipline is required. Ph.D. preferred. For Associate Director: Minimum of 5 years’ progressive administrative leadership experience, including supervisory responsibilities, preferably in an academic library or digital scholarship or digital humanities center AND Minimum of three years’ experience teaching or supporting teaching at the collegiate level.  For Senior Associate Director: 5-7 years' progressive administrative leadership experience, including supervisory responsibilities, preferably in an academic library or digital scholarship or digital humanities center AND 5 or more years experience teaching or supporting teaching at the collegiate level.  Associate Director (Grade 7) salary range is $77,250 – 85,821 Senior Associate Director (Grade 8) salary range is $89,314 – 93,000 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

The Ursula C. Schwerin Library at New York City College of Technology, CUNY (City Tech) seeks to hire Reference and Instruction librarians for part-time work during the Fall 2023 semester, which runs from August 25 to December 20. City Tech is a comprehensive college in downtown Brooklyn, offering associate and baccalaureate degrees in technology and health related degree programs, other career-oriented degrees and liberal arts transfer degrees in its Schools of Arts and Sciences, Technology and Design, and Professional Studies. Adjunct reference and instruction librarians will be responsible for providing high quality reference service in person and online, for teaching in person library instruction classes, and for contributing to instructional design and outreach projects. Other projects, including blogging, maintaining library guides and tutorials, assisting with collection development, occasional website updates, and collaborating on promotion and outreach efforts are within the scope of this position. Successful 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 as part of a team of diverse individuals; and excellent communication skills, including the ability to interact positively with colleagues, students, faculty, staff in the library and at the college. Experience with LibGuides and WordPress preferred.  Shifts during the Fall 2023 semester may be scheduled between 9am-5pm Monday through Friday, with a possibility of occasional reference desk shifts on Saturdays from 10am-5pm. 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; an additional graduate degree is required for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. Applicants should send a cover letter and CV by email to Prof. Anne Leonard at Anne.Leonard81@login.cuny.edu. The position is open until filled, and review of applications will begin immediately. Preference is given to applications submitted before August 7. Hourly rate: approximately $50 per hour; consult the PSC-CUNY salary schedule for non-teaching adjunct hourly rates.

The Young Adult Librarian, under the overall supervision of the Neighborhood Library Supervisor, works as part of the branch team and performs basic library work concentrating on service to Young Adults and their parents and caregivers. This position requires professional knowledge and judgment, including, but not limited to, reference and reader’s advisory services, collection development, and individual/group programming. The schedule is 35 hours per week and reports directly to the Library Information Supervisor. Responsibilities Provides reference and reader’s advisory services for all age groups utilizing print and electronic resources Develops, maintains, and promotes the young adult collection in the branch Maintains the attractive appearance of the young adult room/area through appropriate displays Plans, conducts, schedules, and evaluates age-appropriate programs and class visits for young adults ages 13-17 and their educators Visits schools, neighborhood organizations, community meetings and participates in community affairs promoting Brooklyn Public Library services, collections and programs Acts as an advocate for young adults and their educational and social needs within the library and engages in work with schools, and other local agencies that work with young adults Serves on committees when necessary Interprets and implements BPL policy Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited library school; Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York, required General experience working with the public and diverse communities Excellent customer relations and communication skills Knowledge of young adult literature and programming Basic understanding of adolescent development and issues facing young adults in urban communities Excitement in engaging, nurturing and mentoring young adults Working knowledge of current and emerging library technology, service and programming trends for young adults, and urban public library issues Familiarity with internet, electronic databases, social media, and basic computer applications Bilingual skills highly desirable Candidates must be flexible, able to handle multiple competing priorities and tasks, adaptable to change and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Ability to bend, reach, sit and stand as needed Ability to work evenings and weekends   This position is a union position, represented by District Council 37. The salary for this position is $66,191.

The Children's Librarian, under the overall supervision of the Neighborhood Library Supervisor, works as part of the branch team and performs basic library work concentrating on service to children and their parents and caregivers.   This position requires professional knowledge and judgment, including, but not limited to, reference and reader’s advisory services, collection development, and individual/group programming. The schedule is 35 hours per week and reports directly to the Library Information Supervisor.  Responsibilities Provides reference and reader’s advisory services for all age groups utilizing print and electronic resources Develops, maintains, and promotes the children's collection in the branch Maintains the attractive appearance of the children’s room/area through appropriate displays Plans, conducts, schedules, and evaluates age-appropriate programs and class visits for children birth to age 12  and their parents, educators, and caregivers Visits schools, neighborhood organizations, community meetings and participates in community affairs promoting Brooklyn Public Library services, collections and programs Acts as an advocate for children and their educational and social needs within the library and engages in work with schools, childcare centers and other local agencies that work with children   Qualifications Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited library school; Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York, required General experience working with the public and diverse communities Excellent customer relations and communication skills Knowledge of children's literature and programming as well as child development Experience providing early childhood or early literacy programming desirable Basic understanding of current and emerging library technology, service and programming trends for children, and urban public library issues Familiarity with internet, electronic databases, social media, and basic computer applications Bilingual skills highly desirable Candidates must be flexible, able to handle multiple competing priorities and tasks, adaptable to change and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment  Ability to bend, reach, sit and stand as needed Ability to work evenings and weekends   This position is a union position, represented by District Council 37. The salary for this position is $66,191.

Head of Adult Services Librarian - Develops and coordinates all aspects of adult services and supervises adult services and reference staff.  Plans, organizes and supervises the activities of adult services, and evaluates and recommends policies relating to adult services. Evaluates adult collection annually for balance and comprehensiveness, weeding and selecting materials as necessary. Responsibilities: Plan, implement, publicize, execute and evaluate Adult Services and programs, including book discussions, and educational and recreational programs. Supervises, trains and monitors the performance of the department staff. Evaluate, monitor and weed adult fiction, non-fiction and reference collections; purchase adult fiction including e-collections, large print fiction, and reference materials.  Provide reference, referral and reader’s advisory services to patrons as needed. Develop goals and objectives for Adult Services. Maintain awareness of advanced techniques, newest procedures and latest equipment. Assist at the information desk or other public desks as needed. Undertake special projects related to Adult Services. Maintain online resources relating to Adult Services.  Oversee services and schedule coverage of the information desk. Work with community agencies and organizations serving adults to provide services; may act as library representative to professional organizations and community groups. Attend professional meetings, workshops and conferences; maintain membership in professional organizations and participates in their activities. Participates in community outreach as needed. Interpret library policies to the public.  Report statistical information pertaining to adult services. Assist in preparation of budget. Perform other duties as required or requested. Experience and Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Library or Information Science or related field. A Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA accredited institution. A minimum of three years' responsible experience in a professional librarian capacity including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities An understanding of current library objectives, principles and procedures of professional library administration. Knowledge of automated library system and equipment. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to multitask and complete multiple projects on time and within budget. Have initiative, good judgment, accuracy and flexibility. Proficiency with current computer and web-based technology. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to interact professionally with the general public, town officials and employees. Ability to meet people easily and speak in public. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform he essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, bend stoop and kneel.  The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally life and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time to view & operate computer equipment, and to stand for extended periods of time.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop and kneel.  The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.    

The Bronx Community College Archives is seeking applications for a part-time Assistant Archivist. Work will focus on preserving the Archives’ digital and physical collections. They will be assisting with the description of archival records relating to the Hall of Fame national landmark, BCC’s oral history collections, as well as other archival holdings. The Assistant Archivist will also be the point-person in our inter-institutional projects with Urban Archive. Additionally, they will be assisting with the processing of new collections and recently digitized media holdings.  This position will report to the Archivist of the BCC Archives & Special Collections, a unit of the Library Resource Center.  Responsibilities will include:  ● Rehousing and reordering contents in the physical archives.  ● Assist in the creation of metadata schema for digital archiving of video and image assets. ● Analyze stored assets and the file integrity of stored data.  ● Editing finding aids, transcripts, as well as contents on BCC Archives’ digital platforms. ● Develop methods and systems to streamline workflow for digital preservation. ● Research new technologies for the preservation of digital video and image files. ● Performing other related duties, as assigned.  Prospective applicants should be currently enrolled in or have recently completed a graduate program. They must also have a keen interest in video production workflows, image processing, metadata description and management, digital storage systems and data integrity measurement techniques. This is a part-time position that requires onsite work on campus 2-3 days a week.  Compensation  – This is a part-time position for up to 20 hours per week.  – Maximum tenure for any employee in this hourly position is 1040 hours per year. – $15-17 per hour Application Process:  Please email a letter of interest, resume, and names of two professional/academic references to: Cynthia.Tobar@bcc.cuny.edu (with “BCC Assistant Archivist” in the subject line) no later than July 31, 2023.

POSITION: Technology and Reference Librarian REPORTS TO: Director of the Library STATUS: Full-time, Exempt, Hybrid Work Environment SALARY RANGE: $75,000 to $110,000, dependent on skillset and experience.   SUMMARY: Founded in 1901, Brooklyn Law School is a distinguished, independent law school located in Downtown Brooklyn, New York. The Law School is searching for a dynamic, innovative, user-focused individual to serve as a Technology and Reference Librarian.   The Technology & Reference Librarian manages the day-to-day technical support as well as the lifecycle of the Library’s systems, applications, hardware and web services, and collections management applications; coordinates the planning, evaluation and implementation of the Library’s electronic resources; recommends, configures, and provides support for new and emerging technologies and processes, and evaluates new education technologies and provides training on its use. The Librarian also manages the operations of the Library's Student Computing Network and the executes the library’s vision for education technology. Qualifications  M.L.S. from an ALA (or equivalent) accredited library school. Strong information technology skills. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work both independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of legal electronic information resources. Strong analytical and decision-making skills. Ability to remain flexible and to adjust to change. Strong service orientation. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Minimum of 3 years of experience, however, experience can be substituted with relevant education. Preferred Qualifications ABA accredited JD (or equivalent foreign degree)  Degree in a computer science, information design, network technology or equivalent experience. Commitment to emerging library practices and technologies. Familiarity with KOHA or other integrated library systems.  Familiarity with cataloging and metadata standards for e-resources. Proficiency with web design and familiarity with web standards and usability practices. Experience teaching or training people to use legal research tools. Experience providing reference and instructional services in a law library setting. Duties & Responsibilities  Manage the operations of the Library's Student Computing Network including supervision of 2 full-time and 8 part-time computer technicians. Administrative management and technical support for Koha (integrated library system), EBSCO Discovery Service, and other library systems and applications. Manages, implements, and troubleshoots systems for optimal performance, usability and accessibility. Collect statistics for systems usage to assist with resource allocation, identify trends, improve metadata descriptions, and gap analysis. Investigate, implement and support library technologies and resources, and develop and document relevant policies and procedures. Manage discovery, access, and usage of library technology and resources. Investigate and implement education technology and develop related training programs & documentation. Collaborate with IT, Library, and vendors to maintain the Library’s systems and services. Manage inhouse digital collections. Reference and research support. Instruction Professional development. To Apply: All application materials must be submitted online.  Please begin your application using this link. Applications must include: A cover letter describing interest, qualifications, and experience A current resume detailing education and relevant experience The names and contact information for three professional references NOTE: Applications without these additional materials may not be considered.  The position is available immediately; applications will be reviewed upon receipt and will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.   Brooklyn law school has an excellent benefits package that includes sick, personal and vacation paid time off, a generous retirement plan, dependent tuition scholarship Pre K- undergraduate college and additional summer Friday PTO.   Brooklyn Law School is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Brooklyn Law School not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law.   Brooklyn Law School values a diverse and vibrant community and affirmatively encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and life ex

The consistently Star-Ranked East Baton Rouge Parish Library System (LA) is seeking an experienced and energetic Director with demonstrated leadership skills, professionalism, relevant library experience, excellent communication skills, and the vision and talent to take the system to the next level of excellence to better serve the community. Nationally recognized as a top library system, EBRPL provides public library services for the City of Baton Rouge and the Parish of East Baton Rouge. Serving a population of more than 450,000 in the metropolitan area, the system consists of a Main Library and 13 branches, including one under major renovation, plus one new branch in the construction phase. The library has 587 staff who work to better serve the community by offering daily service, deploying three bookmobiles and a fleet of other outreach vehicles, maintaining a collection of 2 million items with an annual circulation of 2.5 million. The library is funded by a ten-year 11.1 mill property tax, currently rolled back to 10.52, that generates an estimated $51.7 million annually for the operation and maintenance of the existing system as well as a robust, award-wining pay-as-you-go capital improvements program. The tax, which has been continually approved by the voters since its inception in 1986, is up for renewal in 2025. As Louisiana’s Capital City, Greater Baton Rouge is the largest city in the state. With both a vibrant urban environment downtown and small, friendly neighborhoods surrounding its core, Baton Rouge is a great place for both families and singles to live, work, and play. It is the home of Louisiana State University, Southern University, Baton Rouge Community College, Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University, a thriving medical community, an internationally known biomedical research complex, and an exciting film and television industry. Businesses such as IBM, Amazon, Electronic Arts, and Exxon call Baton Rouge home, and the city routinely appears in the top rankings as a Digital City. Located on the Mississippi River, the city has a temperate climate and is in the heart of a historically rich and diverse area with access to a wide variety of cultural and sporting opportunities.   Responsibilities: The Director plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs the operation of a diversified library system; establishes departmental policies and procedures in conjunction with the administrative team; formulates book selection and acquisition policies and standards; recommends a level of services to be offered; interprets library services, programs, and resources to the Chief Administrative Officer for the City-Parish, Library Board, city officials, and citizens; attends meetings of the Library Board, provides advice, and makes recommendations; initiates and gives direction to special studies, followed by recommendations concerning selected aspects of the library organization and services; prepares departmental budget, and maintains budgetary controls. The Director is expected to provide a leadership role within the library, the community, the library profession, and serves as the official representative of the library. The Director will be skilled at sustaining community partnerships as well as establishing new ones and provide the vision and talent to take the system to the next level of excellence to better serve the community.   Qualifications: An ALA‐accredited MLS or MLIS degree and three to five years of progressively supervisory management and financial experience as a Director and/or Assistant/Deputy Director; or someone serving in an advanced senior management role.  The ideal candidate should have demonstrated high standards of professional and personal ethical conduct, excellent communication skills, possess the ability to work effectively with the Library Board, city administrators, and staff, be an active listener, and provide visionary leadership that is grounded in the realities of proven public library service and prudent budget practices.  Certification by the Louisiana Board of Library Examiners (certification must be attained within the first year of employment) is required.  Compensation: The hiring salary range is $101,156 – $120,785 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package which includes a relocation package, a monthly vehicle stipend, as well as membership dues and travel allowance for professional development, and a one-time monetary incentive awarded upon earning state certification.  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, August 20, 2023.   View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links at https://bradburymiller.com/job/east-baton-rouge/.

The Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Library seeks an innovative and collaborative individual to apply for its Librarian, Data Management position. Come join a team of professionals dedicated to supporting patient care, research excellence, and education. Reporting to the Associate Librarian for Research Data Management, the person in this role will contribute to the ongoing development of the Library’s data management program including enhancements to current services based on the needs of the research community. Responsibilities Include: Identifying datasets produced by or relevant to research at MSK in repositories and publications, Creating catalog records in the MSK Data Catalog and enhancing metadata with subject headings, descriptions, and other relevant information, Documenting workflows and data dictionaries, Providing quality assurance for records and links in the MSK Data Catalog, Data Policy Finder, and other Research Data Management resources, Developing augmented workflows to improve various infrastructure support, Responding to client questions, requests, and issues related to data management, Contributing to the development of data management and sharing training programs, including presentations, training materials, resources, and workshops data repository usage, Leading instructional sessions about the use of various data resources and tools, best practices for research data management, and writing data management plans, Assisting in providing support for researchers by responding to requests for consultations, in-person and virtual reference services, and Data Management Plan review, Participating in scholarly activities, such as publication and professional society committee service, Other duties as assigned. Requirements Master’s Degree Library Science or related degree, 2-4 years’ experience, Experience using, interpreting, and applying traditional metadata standards, schema, and subject headings used for print, digital, and archival collections as well as emerging metadata schema and techniques, Awareness of the FAIR/CARE principles and trends in data management and sharing best practices throughout the research lifecycle, Knowledgeable about next-generation discovery tools and interfaces (e.g., data catalogs), Familiar with commonly used data ontologies within the scientific research community, Knowledge of database structure and design preferred, High level attention to detail, Excellent oral and written communication skills, Ability to work both collaboratively and independently. This is a hybrid position working on-site a minimum of two days per week. The position is managed through a contracting company (Lincoln IT) and pays an hourly rate with limited benefits.  Hours are Monday thru Friday, 9am-5pm. Hourly salary range: $30.00 to $45.00 (salary commensurate with experience and credentials).   One year contract position. Applications will be reviewed as received. Interested applicants should send their cover letters and resumes to the attention of: Anthony Dellureficio: dellurea@mskcc.org

Columbia University Libraries seeks applicants for the remote, part-time Ask A Librarian Internship. The Ask A Librarian Internship provides currently-enrolled Library & Information Science students with hands-on experience in academic librarianship. Interns will receive training and support from a librarian supervisor in order to assist users through the Ask A Librarian chat reference service. Additionally, interns will work in collaboration with their supervisor to conduct a project, such as designing and delivering a workshop session, creating topical research guides, or processing special collections. Interns will be assigned to a project based on their interests, experience, and project availability.  The Ask A Librarian Internship Program seeks to provide meaningful working experiences that relate to the goals and interests of the intern. BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) Library & Information Science students are highly encouraged to apply. Availability Applications will be accepted from July 12th to July 30th, 2023. Applications received before or after this time will not be considered.  Three positions will be available for Fall 2023. Interns are anticipated to start August 28th, 2023, with an expected end date of on or before December 22nd, 2023, for a period of approximately four months total.  Additionally, we are recruiting for three positions for Spring 2024 at this time. Interns for this semester are anticipated to start January 8th, 2024, with an expected end date of on or before May 10th, 2024. Location The internship will be conducted remotely. Interns residing in the New York City area will have the option to conduct project work at Columbia University’s Morningside Campus if desired. Compensation $20-25/hour Schedule The schedule is an average time commitment of 10-12 hours per week, but varies week to week. It includes nine hours of chat reference staffing during evenings and/or weekends, and up to 3 hours of working on a project. Anticipated evening and weekend chat reference hours include Monday-Friday 5pm to 8pm, and Saturday or Sunday 12pm to 6pm (Eastern Time). Please note that there is some flexibility in scheduling, and interns are encouraged to swap chat reference shifts with one another as needed. Duties Provide research assistance to users via chat reference Refer users to appropriate Libraries departments or staff members Successfully complete a project as directed by a librarian supervisor Meet with supervisor once per week Projects Interns will work on one of the following projects. In your application, please note which project(s) you are most interested in.  Voicing Chinese American Identities Research Guide. Availability: Fall 2023. The intern will create a research guide on Voicing Chinese American Identities with the support of the Chinese Studies Librarian. The intern will begin by conducting a review of institutions which initiated and conducted Chinese American oral histories, and collecting identifying information (such as organization, project title, oral history title, interviewer, interviewee, and URL). After conducting this research, the intern will design and draft a research guide with the information using LibGuides under the librarian's guidance. Knowledge in Chinese languages is useful but not required. Supporting International Affairs Adjuncts and Instructors in Diversifying Course Materials. Availability: Fall 2023. The Columbia School of International & Public Affairs (SIPA) Economic and Political Development faculty have recently been asked to diversify their course readings via the recommendation of their school’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Climate and Engagement Committee. To support SIPA's goal to diversify course readings, this project involves working with the Social Sciences & Policy Librarian to create a guide for part-time adjuncts and lecturers for curating course content under an inclusive pedagogy and critical information literacy lens. Depending on how needs evolve, this work may extend into tasks related to workshop curriculum development and outreach. Developing and Teaching a Workshop on Open Access. Availability: Spring 2024. The intern will develop and teach an online workshop aimed at graduate students, postdocs, and faculty on how to publish scholarly articles or presentations Open Access. The workshop would also demonstrate why making scholarly output open access is beneficial to the scholar and the world. This project will be an opportunity for the intern to gain instructional design and teaching experience, as well as become more familiar with scholarly publishing and Open Access. Learning About and Leading Library Instruction. Availability: Spring 2024. The intern will begin this project by observing different librarians' instruction sessions (including workshops, orientation sessions, and course-integrated instruction), and learning about instructional best practices using readings selected by the librarian supervisor and modules from the Columbia Center for Teaching & Learning. Then, the intern will lead two workshops in March and April (on the topics of using the library catalog, searching databases, or using Zotero), and one workshop on a topic of the intern's choosing in late April that they will design and teach. This project will be ideal for someone with an interest in teaching in academic libraries who would like to gain hands-on teaching experience. Required Qualifications Must be currently enrolled in a Master of Library Science (MLS) or equivalent program in the United States and be a U.S. resident Demonstrated effective communication skills Ability to work evenings and/or weekends Preferred Qualifications Coursework or experience in reference/research services Ability to evaluate, understand, refer, and respond to research questions Strong commitment to service Applicant Instructions Applications will be accepted from July 12th to July 30th, 2023. Please submit a cover letter and resume to the Ask A Librarian Internship Coordinators at AskALibrarianInternship@library.columbia.edu by Sunday, July 30th at 11:59pm Eastern.  Submit your cover letter and resume as a single document (preferably PDF), with the naming convention: Lastname_Firstname_Application.pdf  Your cover letter should include: How you meet the required qualifications for the internship Which project(s) you are most interested in conducting Any preferred qualifications as applicable  Which semester you wish to be considered for: Fall 2023, Spring 2024, or no preference. We expect to notify successful applicants in mid-August, and unsuccessful applicants in late August. For Questions or Additional Information Please contact the internship organizing team at AskALibrarianInternship@library.columbia.edu.

Contingent Senior Librarian II ** Reference Department Are you ready to take your next career step?  Are you ready to join a growing team of professionals dedicated to providing excellent service? Are you ready to excel?  The Great Neck Library is a multi-branch system seeking an energetic, detail oriented, service driven Senior Librarian in the Reference Department for a very active, culturally diverse library system in a highly educated community. **This position is currently a contingent permanent position, meaning that this position is left temporarily vacant by reason of a promotion. Full permanency of this position cannot be guaranteed.  Should the permanent employee fail to complete the probationary period, such employee has the right to return to their previous position and displace the contingent employee. Duties and Responsibilities include: Provide Reference and reader’s advisory Assist patrons with access to digital services Collection development Adult programming Serials maintenance Online database management Weekly staff scheduling and staff supervision In Department Heads absence, serve as Person in charge of department Provide assistance with general administrative duties to the Head of Adult Services and Reference Budgeting Function as person-in-charge of the library on scheduled nights and weekends Position may involve prolong periods of sitting and lifting of up to 25 lbs. Other duties as assigned Qualifications & Experience Required: MLS or MLIS from an ALA accredited institution New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate required at time of employment Minimum of three (3) years Librarian Experience Excellent interpersonal, communication and professional skills are a must. Schedule:  Full time – 35 hours/week, includes nights and weekends. Sundays as needed. Starting Salary Range: The minimum starting salary is $65,000.00 + commensurate with experience and qualifications plus full benefit package including NYS Retirement System. This is a Union Position and is non-civil service. Reply with resume, cover letter, completed GNL employment application (found here - https://greatnecklibrary.org/employment/) and references by July 25, 2023 Great Neck Library 159 Bayview Ave. Great Neck, NY  11023 employment@greatnecklibrary.org   No Phone Calls Please. The Great Neck Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

The Center for Fiction seeks currently enrolled library school students for an onsite internship for Fall 2023 in Downtown Brooklyn.    Overview: The Center for Fiction, founded in 1820 as the Mercantile Library, is the only organization in the United States devoted solely to the vital art of fiction. The mission of The Center is to encourage people to read and value fiction and to support and celebrate its creation and enjoyment. In February 2019, we opened the doors to our new building in Downtown Brooklyn, creating a home for NYC’s literary community. Our library collection has been in existence since our founding and continues to be a thriving part of our nonprofit. We are a membership library with a collection of literary fiction, mystery and suspense novels, and nonfiction titles about fiction. Our library interns gain experience in many facets of library work and a glimpse into a nonprofit organization with a special collection. This internship for current MLS students and will appeal to those interested in a collections focused internship.   Description Details:  Reports directly to the Head Librarian and the Assistant Librarian and assists in the maintenance of the library’s collection. Length of internship can be for one or two semesters. Tasks will include:   Catalog materials (both original and copy) Perform circulation tasks including check out, check in, run library and patron reports, process holds Assist in weeding of onsite collection, including evaluation of materials and research of authors Communicate with Center for Fiction members regarding library matters Perform reference and reader’s advisory Represent the Library at Book Buzz events throughout the year   Skills: Attention to detail, knowledge of and/or curiosity about special library collections, excellent verbal and written communication, able to juggle priorities, able to work independently on assigned tasks and work collaboratively with others, proficiency in Google apps, basic Zoom experience.   Compensation: This is an unpaid internship but can be used for credit in an MLS degree program. Interns receive complimentary membership ($180 value) to the Center and discounts on writing workshops, reading groups, and events.   Interested applicants should attach a resume and include a brief letter of introduction in the body of the email to allison@centerforfiction.org.

POSTING DATE: July 6, 2023 JOB TITLE: Digitization/Cataloging Project Archivist POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 1 (Temporary Contractor) LENGTH OF POSITION: Duration of grant project (approx. July 2023 – March 2024) HOURS OF WORK: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday – Friday - Flexible schedule as required SUMMARY: Friends of the New York Transit Museum has an opportunity for a grant funded contract Archivist for a cataloging, survey, and digitization collections care grant project awarded by the Robert D.L. Gardiner Foundation. The grant project will focus on surveying museum collections with Long Island Transportation related materials and flagging items from these collections to catalog and digitize. The goal is to add roughly an additional --- individualized catalog records to the museums database and online portal focusing on the Long Island Region for internal use by the museum for exhibition purposes and for greater researcher access. The New York Transit Museum collects, preserves, and presents material relating to the region’s public transportation, past and present, focusing on the agencies of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and their predecessor companies. Established in 1976, the Transit Museum currently holds a collection of more than 5300+ linear feet of historical records and approximately 8,000+ artifacts, including historical vehicles. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS • The Contract Archivist should have a master’s degree in museum studies, library & information science, archival studies, history or a closely related field. • Experience working with archival, photographic, and/or museum collections • Skilled in processing, cataloging, digitizing collections and creating finding aids • Knowledge of best practices in handling and preservation of archival material • Computer skills in Microsoft Office, Photoshop, and familiarity with PastPerfect Museum Software • Knowledge and interest in New York history, preferably transportation history ABOUT THE TRANSIT MUSEUM: The New York Transit Museum is the largest museum in the United States devoted to urban public transportation history, and one of the premier institutions of its kind in the world. The Museum explores the development of the greater New York metropolitan region through the presentation of exhibitions, tours, educational programs, and workshops dealing with the cultural, social, and technological history of public transportation. Since its inception 40 years ago, the Museum, housed in a historic 1936 IND subway station in Downtown Brooklyn, has grown in scope and popularity. As custodian and interpreter of the region's extensive public transportation networks, the Museum strives to share, through its public programs, this rich and vibrant history with local, regional, and international audiences. Compensation and Project Timeline: The position will be 37.5 hours per week. Grant allows for compensation of $27.05/hour, from approximately July 2023 through March 2024. Application: Qualified individuals interested in this job opening must apply by e-mail. Resume and cover letter should be sent as .doc or PDF to Daniel Brenner, Acting Collections Manager: daniel.brenner@nyct.com. Specify subject as Digitization/Cataloging Project Archivist. Due to high volume of applicants, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Submission Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2023 Friends of the New York Transit Museum is an equal opportunity employer.

Assessment Program Senior Data Analyst Columbia University Libraries seeks an Assessment Program Senior Data Analyst.  Reporting to the Associate Director, Assessment and Analytics, the Assessment Program Senior Data Analyst manages and participates in assessment and analytics efforts across Columbia University Libraries.  The position leads the collection, verification, maintenance, analysis, and documentation of assessment and analytics data; contributes to an evidence-based approach to achieving strategic initiatives related to library operations and user needs; develops, produces, and disseminates annual and ad hoc reports; promotes data transparency and awareness across the Libraries; coordinates and supports colleagues engaged in assessment work. The Senior Data Analyst works with staff across the Libraries to employ assessment measures and data analysis tools and methodologies effectively. The responsibilities include: Analyze quantitative data for trends, patterns, and projections, and synthesize data for presentation to the Libraries’ Leadership team to facilitate decision-making and support operational planning and strategic initiatives. Develop and administer qualitative research studies, including surveys, focus groups, interviews, usability studies, and other qualitative methods. This responsibility includes managing research projects, designing research instruments, monitoring research progress and participation, performing qualitative data analysis, and producing reports for stakeholders. Promote data transparency by creating and maintaining a standardized set of dashboards to increase the ability of the Libraries’ staff to access, use, and understand data for decision-making. Ensure the accurate and timely availability of assessment reports on the staff intranet and other collaborative document management tools. Plan, develop, and execute appropriate assessment and planning approaches, methods, measures, techniques, documentation, and infrastructure for a sustainable institutional assessment program. Work with various divisions across the library system (Technical Services, Collection Development, Distinctive Collections units, Library Information Technology Office, Research & Learning, Access Services, Financial Services, etc.) to appropriately manage and secure sources of data with an aim to enable data-informed decision-making. Identify and implement strategies that cultivate and sustain a culture of assessment and evaluation.  Activities supporting this responsibility include leading and instructing workshops, designing and providing training programs, and consulting colleagues on assessment and analysis. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree required in statistics or a related field with a strong background in data analysis. 3-5 years of experience applying qualitative or quantitative data analysis methods. Proficiency in using SPSS. Experience with dashboard development and data visualization using software such as Tableau, Excel, etc. Knowledge of survey tools, such as Qualtrics. Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment. Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to form strong collaborative relationships. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work under deadlines. Must recognize requests that involve confidential concerns and respect the privacy and confidentiality of all library users and library employees. Must follow guidelines established by ethical or institutional review boards to maximize benefits and minimize harm to human research subjects. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree  Proficiency in using qualitative and quantitative analysis software such as SAS, R, NVivo, etc. Experience working in higher education. Experience developing and performing training programs for both individuals and groups. Competence with various technologies and applications; willingness to explore the use of new technology in support of effectively achieving goals. High risk tolerance for failure and iterative improvement. Salary Range:  $66,000-$78,200 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. 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.  

We welcome applicants for the position of Library Program Director at Staten Island University Hospital (SIUH), Staten Island NY, a major tertiary hospital of Northwell Health.  This position directs the library services at SIUH, oversees financial management of the library budget, provides expert reference and education services, and builds critical relationships with clinical, research, education, and administrative staff to support their information needs and facilitate excellence in library services. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic collaborator with all of our librarians across our health system and medical school on scholarly publishing and research impact initiatives, our systematic review service, creation of comprehensive LibGuides, and evaluation of our jointly subscribed robust collection of electronic resources. Our Northwell Health librarians support evidence-based practice for our large GME trainee programs, collaborate extensively with nursing professionals in education and research, conduct expert literature searches, and present interactive educational activities for faculty, students, and administrative staff.  There will be opportunities to conduct research, develop new services, and apply for grant support.  Active participation in professional organizations is encouraged with support for professional development. Qualifications:  Master's Degree in Library Science and a minimum of five years of relevant library experience required.  Demonstrated knowledge of content and formats of health sciences resources and experience in teaching library information literacy is also required. The hospital location on Staten Island is an easy commute from Brooklyn as well as parts of New Jersey.   Work hours may be scheduled as a hybrid position with remote time complementing work on-site to engage with clinicians, researchers, trainees, and staff. Northwell Health is a health care provider with over 20 hospitals, a research institute, and over 1,900 GME resident and fellow positions, spanning Long Island, New York City, and Westchester County.  Hofstra University and Northwell Health are integrated partners of the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.  https://siuh.northwell.edu https://medicine.hofstra.edu  

Library Director, Red Wing Public Library (MN) The Red Wing Public Library (MN) seeks an innovative and community-building leader as its next Library Director. Serving nearly 17,000 residents from a single branch, with 10.23 FTE staff and a $1.3 million budget, the Red Wing Public Library seeks a new director who will tap into the full potential of the staff, board, and community.  Library highlights include a flourishing youth services program, a diverse and relevant collection, and a strong commitment to excellent customer service.  Creativity, innovation, experience, and collaboration all have a home here.  The City of Red Wing is a sprawling riverfront community nestled among the bluffs of southeast Minnesota’s Mississippi River Valley. It offers a blend of enviable natural environments, community pride, and quick access to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul. Named for a leader of the Mdewakanton Dakota, Red Wing is a city rich in natural beauty, with a vibrant arts scene and thriving local businesses. It is home to the Red Wing campus of Minnesota State College Southeast and maintains a robust park system with access to the Mississippi River and He Mni Can-Barn Bluff. Venues like the Sheldon Theatre and the Central Park Bandshell offer musical and theatrical experiences for everyone, while downtown Red Wing provides a unique mix of restaurants and retail shops with a “Main Street America” vibe. Music in the Park happens all summer; fall brings the Red Wing Arts Festival, and winter is conquered when the Big Turn Music Festival warms up dozens of venues across the city.  Red Wing is proud of its strong partnership with the Prairie Island Indian Community. Red Wing has an active Hispanic Outreach organization, and the high school boasts a Black Student Union, a Native American Student Association, and a Gender and Sexuality Alliance. Every year the city enjoys a Hispanic Heritage Festival and a Juneteenth celebration, and this year brought its first Pride Celebration.  Red Wing strives to be a place where every person feels at home.  Responsibilities: The Library Director serves as the chief administrative officer with authority to implement Library Board policy for the City of Red Wing. The director reports to a 9-member board, works closely with the Council Administrator, and serves on the city’s department head team. This person will also direct the library staff; maintain collections of library materials; perform a variety of complex administrative, supervisory, and professional tasks in order to plan, coordinate, and direct the activities of the library; operate the department in an efficient, customer service-oriented manner; implement City Council directives; and continue to promote and sustain a positive working environment. The new director will continue strengthening the library’s connections with the increasingly diverse Red Wing community.  Qualifications: A Master’s in Library Science, seven (7) years of progressively responsible work in a library setting, and five (5) years of supervisory experience are required. The ideal candidate will be a strong advocate for intellectual freedom and possess excellent communication skills.    Compensation: The City of Red Wing has a fifteen-step salary range. The hiring salary range for this position is $90,637 – $107,828 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and comes with an excellent fringe benefits package.  For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates. Apply via email with a cover letter and your resume as Word or PDF attachments to Brian C. Hare (brianhare@bradburymiller.com). This position closes on Sunday, August 6, 2023.  View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links at https://bradburymiller.com/job/red-wing/.

About the William and Anita Newman Library   The William and Anita Newman Library at Baruch College supports over 19,700 students of The Austin W. Marxe School of Public and International Affairs, The George and Mildred Weissman School of Arts and Sciences, and The Zicklin School of Business. The library is a part of the 330,000-square-foot Library and Technology Center, which also houses a 400-seat student computing lab, Subotnick Financial Services Center, a conference center, and more.  General Responsibilities  – Provides exceptional front-facing customer service at busy circulation and technology service desks. The ideal candidate must be helpful, courteous, and able to multi-task when assisting patrons such as students, faculty, visitors, alumni, and others.  – Perform technical operations in library circulation, information services, and materials maintenance.  –  Providing general administrative support, such as   circulation desk coverage  screening visitors and calls  taking detailed messages and relaying them to the appropriate parties  filing, organizing, and scanning documents  and other duties as needed  – Supports routine workflows during evening and weekend hours  – Answering inquiries and providing service to library users in person, by email, and by phone: answer questions, enforce policies  – Uses online system to perform various tasks in both circulation and technology services  – Performs clerical library work, such as sorting and shelving books, performing data entry into library systems, or binding books and periodicals.    Preferred Qualifications  – Must be prompt and responsible  – Ability to multitask and follow complex instructions  – Demonstrated success working both individually and in collaborative environments   – Excellent judgment and professionalism  – Strong interpersonal skills  – Basic Microsoft Office Skills  – Customer–focused with the ability to interact and work cooperatively and collaboratively on a team to assist diverse internal and external constituencies.  Compensation  – This is a part-time position for up to 20 hours per week. Evening and weekend hours are mandatory to ensure normal business operations.  – Maximum tenure for any employee in this hourly position is 1040 hours per year.  – This is an in-person position with a 100% in-office presence required.  – $17 per hour  Benefits  CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. 

TITLE: Temp Science Communications Assistant REPORTING TO: Senior Librarian, Research and Science Communications LOCATION: 1 Dag Hammarskjold Plaza, New York, NY JOBS SUPERVISED: N/A ASSIGNMENT LENGTH: 6 months POSITION SUMMARY: The Science Communications Assistant will support the Council’s Publications and Creative Services Unit in organizing various projects related to communicating our work to a broad range of audiences. We’re looking for a strong communicator who can provide administrative, writing and design support across our social media channels and scientific knowledge management platforms. This role will also serve as a back-up for the Council’s library services. We are looking for a motivated individual with strong attention to detail who can adapt to our department’s unique position in sharing the Council’s work across the entire research lifecycle and assist where appropriate.   RESPONSIBILITIES: Monitors mailboxes for incoming communications, flagging, routing correspondence. Supports social media planning and messaging by writing social media content and designing graphics in Canva and provide other administrative tasks for social media channels. Serves as the back-up for library services including Interlibrary Loan retrieval. Assist within the Publishing and Creative Services Unit such as data entry for Knowledge Management initiatives, and other duties as assigned and needed. QUALIFICATIONS: We understand that there are many paths to acquiring expertise and experience and strong candidates may not have every qualification listed here. We encourage applications from individuals with diverse and/or nontraditional backgrounds who bring passion, skills, and experience in many or most of these areas.   1. Bachelor’s degree in Science Communications or a relevant field required. 2. 1-3 years of experience in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or Library Services, prior work with non-profit organizations a plus. 3. Demonstrated use and/or familiarity with social media platforms (Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube) and best use practices. Experience with Sprout, and Canva or other similar social media design and planning applications. 4. Prior experience working in a library setting with digital libraries, interlibrary loan and circulation services a plus. 5. Web savvy, excellent research, writing and communications skills. General understanding of biomedical sciences, social sciences, or public health is preferred. 6. Self-motivated, able to work independently, and manage multiple tasks with a willingness to learn. 7. Excellent English language skills (oral and written). Knowledge of French and Spanish a plus. 8. Proficiency in MS Suite of products, and web-based applications   Hourly rate between $28-33 per hour, depending on knowledge, skills and experience.   Application Deadline: July 21, 2023 When applying through the web portal please attach your CV and Cover Letter in Word or PDF format.   The Council requires all U.S. based staff, interns, and fellows to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. New staff members must verify vaccination at the time of hire. Exemptions will only be considered for medical reasons and sincerely held religious beliefs. Exemptions are not guaranteed and must be discussed with Human Resources.   The Population Council is an international, nonprofit, nongovernmental institution that seeks to improve the well-being and reproductive health of current and future generations around the world and to help achieve a humane, equitable, and sustainable balance between people and resources. The Council conducts biomedical, social science, and public health research and helps build research capacities in developing countries. Established in 1952, the Council is governed by an international board of trustees. Its New York headquarters supports a global network of country offices. We are seeking an individual to fill the position described. If you know of a qualified candidate or are interested in this position, please apply at: http://www.popcouncil.org/employment/index.asp.   The Population Council provides equal opportunity; it does not discriminate against any person with regard to age, color, creed, national origin, disability, political belief, veteran status, religion, marital status, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Decisions on employment are based on an individual’s qualifications as related to the position for which they are being considered. The Council especially encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups including but not limited to Black people and people of African descent, Indigenous people, people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, including people who identify as transgender, non-binary, or gender expansive, people with disabilities, first-generation college graduates, and those from communities with the most to gain from expanded access to sexual and reproductive health services and information. The Population Council is international in the composition of its board of trustees and its staff, as well as in the nature and deployment of its activities.

The Great Neck Library is seeking an energetic, detail oriented, service driven Librarian in the Reference Department for a very active, culturally diverse library system in a highly educated community.  The successful candidate(s) will assist patrons in finding books, other materials, and information both on-line and in print, reader’s advisory, digital services, collection development and adult programming. Excellent interpersonal, communication and professional skills and cultural competencies are a must. Duties and Responsibilities include: Provide reference and readers advisory services Database searching, computer assistance, resource selection and collection development,  book discussions and book displays. Develops and presents library programs for adults Position may involve prolong periods of sitting and lifting of up to 25 lbs. Other duties as assigned Qualifications & Experience Required: Basic understanding of MARC records Knowledge of Sierra, Microsoft Word and Excel preferred Knowledge of the principles, practices and standards of library work Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively Strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with the community Prior reference experience preferred Fluency in Hebrew, Farsi, Mandarin or Spanish is a plus Masters of Library Science or Masters of Library Information Science from ALA accredited college or university New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate required at time of employment Schedule: Full time – 35 hours/week, includes days, nights and Saturdays.  Sundays as needed Starting Salary Range: The minimum starting salary is $55,000.00+ commensurate with experience and qualifications plus full benefit package including NYS Retirement System.  This is a Union Position and is non-civil service. Reply with resume, cover letter, and references by July 21, 2023: Great Neck Library 159 Bayview Ave. Great Neck, NY  11023 employment@greatnecklibrary.org No Phone Calls Please.  The Great Neck Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Division of Libraries at New York University (NYU) seeks a Reference Associate in the Special Collections Department. This role will report to the Special Collections Librarian for Public Services, Instruction, & Outreach. We are hoping to fill this position before the next academic year.  Position Summary  Provide reference and public services to on-site and remote library patrons; respond to appointment requests via online systems; assist patrons in the use of appointment request and reproduction request systems; staff the reference desk(s) and monitor the operations of the reading room; provide general research support to users, assist in library outreach activities.  Primary Duties  ● Supervise operations for public services functions including being the primary respondent to appointment requests; routing reference queries; staffing the reference desk(s); managing patron reading room and reproduction requests; providing support and instruction for users on searching collections including general research guidance.  ● Monitor the operations of the reading room including implementing policies, managing registration procedures, and ensuring proper handling of archival, manuscript, and rare materials. Instruct researchers on the use of the appointment and request system (Aeon) for both print and archival materials.  ● Hire and supervise student workers in conjunction with other Special Collections staff. Manage student schedules and work flows for public and in-house operations, including updating relevant training documentation. Identify and prioritize assignments and review work for accuracy.  ● Work with students, curatorial and other staff to maintain the library’s stacks and other storage areas to ensure that collections are shelved efficiently and properly, and that materials have appropriate housing.  ● Compile and analyze data from public services and reference statistics and make recommendations for improvement in practice based on data. Create and assess workflows used by student staff regarding circulation of materials, and maintain up-to-date documentation on these processes.  ● Assist with the development of outreach services, including preparation of exhibits, providing content for the website and social media, and providing support for public programming and events. Qualifications  Required Education:  ● Bachelor's Degree Bachelor’s degree in literature, history, or other branches of the humanities relevant to the holdings and focus of the Special Collections.  Preferred Education:  ● Progress towards MLS, MLIS in Library or Information Science with an archives or public history concentration preferred.  Required Experience:  ● Minimum two years experience in special collections, archives, academic libraries, or other related institutions.  ● Experience with ILS systems and other related databases, including Aeon or other scheduling software systems.  Preferred Experience:  ● Familiarity with variety of project management software.  ● Ability to supportively and efficiently supervise student workers.  Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:  ● Strong public service orientation and analytical skills, including the demonstrated ability to analyze information requests and to identify appropriate information sources in response to a broad range of queries and the ability to manage several reference inquiries or projects at once.  ● Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and an aptitude for detail, accuracy, and efficiency. Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people from different ethnic, educational, and economic backgrounds in physical and virtual environments.  ● Good organizational and time management skills, ability to complete tasks in a reasonable amount of time, follow-through on tasks to completion, ability to manage time and tasks, and complete projects in a timely manner.  ● Ease with learning new systems and databases, including experience with running reports. ● Knowledge of general MS Office/Google Suite applications.  ● Familiarity and comfort with archival and bibliographic descriptions and systems.  ● Knowledge of basic preservation and conservation issues as they relate to library and archival collections.  In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $58,500.00 to USD $71,500.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.  NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.  EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity  Apply here:  https://uscareers-nyu.icims.com/jobs/12197/reference-associate%2c-special-collections/job ?hub=10

Open Administrative Position: Community Engagement Associate https://uscareers-nyu.icims.com/jobs/12196/community-engagement-associate/job  The Division of Libraries at New York University (NYU) seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic Community Engagement Associate in the External Engagement Department, which resides in the Teaching, Learning, and Engagement sub-division. This role will work on a variety of engagement projects such as exhibitions, library tours, wellness, and other engagement event activities. The role will also provide administrative support and reference services. The Community Engagement Associate will report to the Head of External Engagement, Roxane Pickens. *This position is on an accelerated timeline, and application review will begin approximately two weeks from posting date. The search panel includes the External Engagement Department. Please reach out to Roxane Pickens or Shawn Smith-Cruz, Associate Dean for Teaching, Learning, and Engagement, with any questions. Duties include: Participating in development and implementation of engagement programs for internal and external members of the NYU community. Supporting logistical workflows for special events, exhibitions, and outreach activities. Assisting with content development for departmental website, online research guides, digital exhibitions catalogs, and outreach materials. Staffing reference desk in-person and remote virtual reference services. Committee work that supports the Division of Libraries' values of inclusion, diversity, equity, belonging, and accessibility Qualified candidates will have flexibility to work a hybrid work schedule, mostly onsite, with some evening and weekend availability when needed. Qualifications Education Required: Bachelor's Degree Preferred: Master's Degree Experience Required: 2+ years experience in library events and/or exhibition development, library outreach, reference, library instruction or teaching, or coursework, or other relevant comparable experience. Excellent interpersonal, research, and oral and written communication skills. Ability to interact with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and patrons. Knowledge of online research resources and databases. Familiarity with standard office software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel spreadsheets, and/or Adobe Acrobat. Ability to work evenings and weekends. Preferred: 2+ years experience or coursework in an academic library setting, especially in public services. Exhibitions and special events implementation experience. Familiarity with research methods in the humanities or social sciences. Customer service/public service experience. Strong interest or knowledge of events and exhibitions planning. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions. Additional Information In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $59,400.00 to USD $72,600.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.  NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.