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Job posted to this site on July 12th at 9:55am
University Librarian at Fairleigh Dickinson University
Full Time
Under the direction of the Associate University Librarian for Technical Services, the Digital Initiatives Librarian will spearhead library-wide efforts to advance open access initiatives, provide scholarly publishing guidance and training to researchers and scholars including copyright and fair use, and manage and maintain the library’s institutional repository. The incumbent will lead and support efforts to develop and promote a sustainable campus community of practice surrounding open access and digital initiatives through advocacy, seeking out contributors, marketing and collaboration efforts with the University community particularly within the digital humanities. The librarian is responsible for new and ongoing digitization projects, provides copyright guidance to users, advocates for access, creation and use of open access in support of the libraries and University’s mission.
1. MLS or MLIS from an ALA accredited library school. Additional Master’s Degree in a discipline related to courses of study offered at Fairleigh Dickinson University preferred.
2. Five years professional experience working in scholarly communications field, preferably in an academic library setting. Experience managing digital initiatives, copyright, fair use, open access materials and institutional repositories required.
3. Experience with Open Educational Resources including identification, dissemination, adoption and assessment of affordable course content.
4. Demonstrated proficiency and capabilities with personal computers (Microsoft suite), various software, Web and library relevant information technology applications.
5. Knowledge of current trends in scholarly communications in higher education setting and commitment to professional development.
6.Effective analytical skills to quickly assess and resolve library procedural and system issues.
7. Project management experience with effective organizational skills to work on several projects simultaneously while continuing to meet schedules and implementation dates.
8. Ability to work independently with strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
9. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal and external parties and diverse constituencies, including administration, staff, faculty, students, and vendors.
10. Experience with instruction and staff training; excellent written and oral communication skills.
11. Knowledge of OCLC WMS, MARC records, RDA, AACR2, LCSNH experience with original cataloging preferred.
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Job posted to this site on July 12th at 9:54am
Librarian, Adult Services & Programs at Bedford Hills Free Library
Full Time
Bedford Hills Free Library seeks a self-motivated professional to assume the position of Librarian, Adult Services & Programs. S/he shares the leadership’s 21 century vision for library service and is responsible for developing and managing library materials collections as well as planning and coordinating programs and services for adults.
The Bedford Hills Free Library is an association library serving the hamlet of Bedford Hills in the Town of Bedford, located an hour north of New York City. The Library is a member of the Westchester Library Service (WLS). Since marking the Centennial of its founding in 2015, the Library has launched an Early Literacy Initiative, a robust Summer Reading Program, outreach to a diverse constituency, and exciting collaborative partnerships. The Library is now poised to expand its reach and impact by developing services and programs through curation of content, technological and digital access and information, creative programs for adults, and facilities improvement. This is an exciting opportunity for an intelligent, energetic, and forward-thinking librarian to have a positive impact within our Library, community, and beyond.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and manage the adult collection and reference services. This includes electronic resources (audio and e-books, digital resources, etc.). Coordinate tech training and one-on-one support for patrons.
Work with the Executive Director to develop new initiatives for adults and to manage events such as book groups, workshops, community reads, or public forums.
Oversee acquisitions manager, clerks, and volunteers assigned to assist with tech services, collection maintenance, or services for adults. Provide guidance and support to circulation staff to ensure exceptional and friendly patron service and public interface.
Research and prepare content for reader’s advisory, ready reference, website, or social media platforms other strategies to connect adult patrons with library resources.
Participate in planning ways to optimize the library facility; create displays, signage, and other methods to attract visitors and provide a pleasing learning environment.
Participate in evaluating needs of an economically and ethnically diverse community and help to develop new services to stimulate thinking, life-long learning, and civic engagement.
Actively promote services and programs, including community outreach and engagement.
Keep abreast of library trends and technology through professional organizations, system meetings, and professional development opportunities.
Attend strategic planning and staff meetings, prepare annual goals, action plans, and budgets; maintain statistical information and produce reports about activity. Adhere to policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
An MLS/MLIA degree from an ALA-accredited program is required.
At least 5 years of experience and professional aptitude with library collections, reference, programming, technology, and/or services for adults.
High level of proficiency with computers/technology, Inter-Library System (experience with Evergreen is a plus) as well as digital resources (e-books, streaming, etc.) social media platforms, and websites.
Good judgment and ability to establish effective working relationships with a diverse community of patrons and team of staff and volunteers.
Strong initiative, creativity, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including public speaking.
Ability to effectively organize time and resources, aptitude with administrative systems.
Bilingual in Spanish is not required, but highly desirable.
The Bedford Hills Free Library is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, age, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Employees of Bedford Hills Free Library must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
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Job posted to this site on July 12th at 9:54am
Part-Time Reference and Instruction Librarian at McEntegart Hall Library, St. Joseph's University, Brooklyn Campus
Part Time
St. Joseph’s University invites applications for a part-time reference and instruction librarian for the McEntegart Library on the Brooklyn Campus, located in the historic neighborhood of Clinton Hill. Reference responsibilities include staffing the reference desk, providing remote information (chat) services, updating subject guides, and collection management. The instructional services role includes teaching information literacy skills to undergraduate students enrolled in freshman seminars, writing courses, and core curriculum offerings. Additional projects will be assigned based upon librarian strengths and the needs of the library.
The regular (academic semester) weekly schedule is Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am – 2:00 pm, plus two Saturdays per month. There will be a reduced schedule during the summer and intersessions. Successful candidates will possess excellent communication skills and adhere to scheduled hours by punctual, regular attendance. A courteous, tactful, professional demeanor should epitomize all interactions, including strict maintenance of confidentiality of user records. Any changes in local/state/federal guidelines to ensure health and safety may revise the responsibilities and requirements of the position.
REQUIRED:
Completed MLS/MLIS/MS degree from an ALA-accredited institution
Professional-level proficiency in database searching and technology skills
Demonstrated ability to teach students at the post-secondary level
References from professional librarians or graduate-level library school faculty
DESIRED:
Familiarity with LibGuide software and a learning management system (e.g., Canvas)
Ability to create online tutorials for campus-based and distance education students
Experience providing reference and information services in person and remotely
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Preference will be given to credentials received by 5 pm on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. Send cover letter and resume/CV in one file (MS Word or pdf) addressed to Dr. Elizabeth Pollicino Murphy, Executive Director of Libraries, at Callahan.Instruction@sjcny.edu (SUBJECT LINE: PT Librarian). Only electronic submissions will be accepted (i.e., no phone inquiries or hard copy materials).
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Job posted to this site on July 12th at 9:53am
Head, Reference and Reader Services at Teachers College, Columbia University
Full Time
Posting Summary:
The Gottesman Libraries aspire to excellence in advancing and sharing transformative knowledge to develop informed and engaged thinkers and leaders in the educational, psychological, and health professions.
The Gottesman Libraries seeks a Head of Reference and Reader Services. This position is responsible for working with other librarians to strengthen library services; document relevant procedures and policies; and recommend and implement innovative service models. The incumbent must be highly dedicated to patron-facing library services and high professionalism in the delivery of reference, instruction, information skills training; publishing; and circulation, including the resolution of patron accounts.
Job Summary/Basic Function:
The Gottesman Libraries seeks a Head of Reference and Reader Services. This position is responsible for working with other librarians to strengthen library services; document relevant procedures and policies; and recommend and implement innovative service models. The incumbent must be highly dedicated to patron-facing library services and high professionalism in the delivery of reference, instruction, information skills training; publishing; and circulation, including the resolution of patron accounts.
Reporting to the Library Director, the Head of Reference and Reader Services will play a key role in managing a small number of professional staff and collegially raising the production, effectiveness, and visibility of research, information, and access services for the Teachers College, Columbia University community. Entailed is a collaborative focus on growing excellence in service to meet changing needs; application of resources for open and digital scholarship to enhance research; and building on initiatives that support diversity, equity, and inclusion.
We invite applications from candidates who, through their experience, and/or service, will contribute to the diversity and advancement of the College community.
Job Duties:
Lead and coach the public services team in the delivery of reference and reader services, and in so doing document processes to fulfill objectives that meet or exceed the demands of a graduate research library.
Conduct and promote best practices for tailored and/or specialized research services, including course-specific instructional sessions; individual research consultations; and mindful, timely response to patrons to strengthen research, information, and access via online support, chat, and in-person desk assistance.
Actively publish new research and information tools on the library's platforms, including: academic program research guides, FAQs, tutorials, training documentation, with special attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Collaborate with the Head of Technical Services and colleagues in the application and promotion of open and digital scholarship, and fulfillment of policies and practices that support access to resources, acquired or open.
Collaborate with the Library Director and others on reporting, writing, and planning to demonstrate high professional standard and emerging areas of need in reference, instruction, and circulation.
Participate in select coordinated collection development, including outreach to faculty on research and access needs.
Participate on campus committees, engage in professional development, and perform other duties to ensure growth.
Minimum Qualifications:
– Master's in Library Science (MLS) or Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS)
– Supervisory experience of professional staff
– Knowledge of best practices in public services
– Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively as a team member, and establish cooperative working relationships with colleagues
– Ability to provide effective user support services including consulting, training, and documentation
– Facility with a range of technology, including ILS, higher education administrative software, content management and information sharing systems
– Excellence in communication and organization skills
– 3-5 years of experience in library research services
– 1-2 years of experience in library access services
Preferred Qualifications:
– Experience in an academic or research library
– Experience using exLibris Alma and Primo VE
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Job posted to this site on July 12th at 9:53am
Digitization/Cataloging Archivist at New York Transit Museum
Full Time
The New York Transit Museum is seeking an experienced temporary grant-based Project Archivist to digitize and catalog approximately 2,000 historic photographic prints and negatives that depict construction for Contract 1, Sections 1 & 2; containing the earliest segments of the New York City subway system. The project will additionally include organizing roughly 594 boxes of 4x5 and 8x10 photographic negatives of subway construction images and creating an inventory.
This position will be 37.5 hours per week for 46 weeks. Work will be performed on-site at the archives in Downtown Brooklyn. Start date: August 1, 2022. Rate: $30/hour.
Qualified individuals interested in this position 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. Please specify subject heading as Digitization/Cataloging Project Archivist. Due to high volume of applicants, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
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Job posted to this site on July 10th at 4:06pm
Dean, Sojourner Truth Library at SUNY New Paltz
Full Time
The State University of New York at New Paltz invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the Sojourner Truth Library (STL). We seek a leader to share our vision of effective, collaborative, and innovative service. Key to this vision is leading a Library faculty and staff of approximately 25 and representing the Library to campus constituencies and beyond. Named for Sojourner Truth, who lived in New Paltz, the Library serves an eight-county region and houses some 550,000 volumes, with access to over 85,000 periodicals in over 100 databases.
For more information and to apply: https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/1712
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Job posted to this site on July 7th at 1:01pm
Digital Asset Metadata Management Librarian at Fordham University, Walsh Library
Full Time
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manages the appropriate consistency of collection and item-level description and quality control across all digital collections.
Consults with Fordham University stakeholders about best metadata practices, workflows and tools to facilitate research data management.
Participates in library digital projects using CONTENTdm or other digital collections software. Keeps abreast of developments in electronic publishing
Develops documentation for the creation and application of metadata and provide training and consultation to faculty and library staff.
Provides leadership in the development and management of metadata curation and assessment
Assists in the development of plans, practices, workflows and priorities with in the unit.
Supervises and trains students and staff members working on metadata quality control and database management projects.
Creates and maintains local documentation on metadata standards and application guidelines.
Develops and provides training to university community regarding resource description and metadata management.
Oversees the harvesting of the library’s digital collections for ingestion into larger initiatives (ATLA Digital Library, JSTOR, DPLA, etc.)
Ensures copyright compliance on all of the library’s digital initiatives.
Prepares grant proposals
QUALIFICATIONS:
M.L.S. from an ALA accredited institution
Experience in creating, editing and transforming metadata
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in technical services of an academic library
In-depth knowledge of an integrated library system, Sirsi Symphony highly preferred.
Experience using OCLC Connexion and CONTENTdm
Working knowledge of a variety of resource description standards, formats and schemes including but not limited to RDA, Dublin Core, XML, BIBFRAME, MARC bibliographic and authority formats.
Professional experience with non-MARC metadata standards.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a strong commitment to teamwork.
Aptitude for technology and a willingness to learn new systems, software and data manipulation tools.
Experience in grant writing
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Job posted to this site on July 6th at 3:47pm
Librarian at - The Union Club of the City of New York
Full Time
We are looking for an experienced Librarian and Archivist to oversee the Library and Archives of the historic Union Club of the City of New York.
The Union Club is a private social club in New York City that was founded in 1836. It is the oldest private club in New York City and the fifth oldest in the United States. The clubhouse is located at 101 East 69th Street on the corner of Park Avenue, in a landmark building designed by Delano & Aldrich.
The Union Club Librarian is responsible for the organization and maintenance of the library’s circulating collection, rare book collection and archives. Responsibilities include maintaining the physical book collection, organizing, and maintaining institutional records, including documents, photographs, maps, and multi-media records, and arranging for the preservation and housing of archival materials.
In addition to overseeing the library’s collections, the librarian acts as registrar for the Club's art collection in collaboration with the Art Committee.
The librarian is also involved in planning and arranging events, lectures, and author talks in collaboration with the Library and Art Committees.
Requirements:
MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution
Experience with Art collection management
Familiarity with OCLC; experience using integrated library systems; knowledge of MARC cataloging and acquisition records
Experience with archives and familiarity with records management and records management systems
A background in American and European history, American and English literature, and Art history would be an asset
Compensation
Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
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Job posted to this site on July 6th at 11:03am
Archives Director at The Metropolitan Opera
Full Time
The Archives Director oversees the Met’s collections of documents, photography, costumes, artwork, and other artifacts from its 139-year history. This includes responsibility for proper archival methods of categorization, organization, and conservation. The Archives Director will be expected to focus on the development of a plan for digitizing the existing collections and develop strategies for organizing born-digital assets that are currently accumulating. Familiarity with digital platforms suitable for institutional archives and experience of managing digitization projects are important priorities. The Archives Director is responsible for a team of two full-time staff and a team of volunteers.
Primary Responsibilities:
Oversight and organization of historically significant records.
Collaboration with other internal departments and external users who require archives as an information resource.
Management of departmental budget.
Creation of a prioritized plan to digitize the collection incorporating recommendations on platforms required, accessibility needs and staffing requirements.
Assist in writing funding proposals relevant to the archive, including the digitization project.
Collaborate with Met internal teams and necessary consultants on Archive exhibitions, presentations, and website content.
Establish best practices for professional archival management and conservation methods.
Facilitate and guide research by academics, journalists, and writers.
Skills & Qualifications:
Advanced Degree in Archival or Library Science
Experience in working with digitized collection management for an institution
Strong analytical, verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills. Presentation skills preferred.
Demonstrated ability to manage a team of staff and volunteers.
Familiarity with opera
Physical Demands:
The Metropolitan Opera is a performance venue that requires employees working in the building to be fully vaccinated. Due to the nature of this role, you must be fully vaccinated and receive a COVID-19 booster shot, if you are eligible, at the time your employment is scheduled to start.
Archives are in an enclosed space beneath the stage of the opera house and contain a climate -controlled room, rolling shelves and a separate office for the Archives Director
Some bending will be required to access shelves plus occasional lifting of boxes of materials
The Metropolitan Opera believes that diversity is critical to our success and growth as a leading performing arts institution and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities we serve.
The Metropolitan Opera is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and existing employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship status, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
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Job posted to this site on July 5th at 10:17am
Ask A Librarian Internship at Columbia University Libraries
Internship
Columbia University Libraries seeks applicants for the remote Ask A Librarian Internship. The Ask A Librarian Internship provides current and recently-graduated 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 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 and recent graduates are highly encouraged to apply.
Availability
Applications will be accepted from July 5th to July 24th, 2022. Applications received before or after this time will not be considered.
Five positions will be available for Fall 2022. Interns are anticipated to start August 29th, 2022, with an expected end date of on or before December 23rd, 2022, for a period of approximately four months total.
Additionally, we are recruiting for five positions for Spring 2023 at this time. Interns for this semester are anticipated to start January 9th, 2023, with an expected end date of on or before May 12th, 2023.
Location
The internship will be conducted remotely. Interns residing in the New York City area may have the option to conduct project work at Columbia University’s Morningside Campus if desired.
Compensation
$20 per hour
Schedule
The schedule is an average time commitment of 10 hours per week, but varies week to week. It typically includes six hours of chat reference staffing during evenings and/or weekends, and four hours of working on a project and meeting with a librarian supervisor. 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 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 Columbia University Libraries departments or staff members
Conduct a project as directed by an intern supervisor
Meet with supervisor once per week and participate in group meetings periodically
Required Qualifications
Must be currently enrolled in a Master of Library Science (MLS) or equivalent program in the United States, or have graduated from a MLS program within the past year 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 5th to July 24th, 2022. Please submit a cover letter and resume to the Ask A Librarian Internship Coordinators at AskALibrarianInternship@library.columbia.edu by Sunday, July 24th 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, as well as any preferred qualifications as applicable. Please also indicate in your cover letter which semester you wish to be considered for: Fall 2022, Spring 2023, or both.
We expect to notify successful applicants in early August, and unsuccessful applicants in mid-August.
For Questions or Additional Information
Please contact AskALibrarianInternship@library.columbia.edu.
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Job posted to this site on July 1st at 2:31pm
Library Services Coordinator at NYU Langone Health
Full Time
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Library Services Coordinator.
The Library Services Coordinator, Document Delivery Services provides resource sharing services (Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery) for the NYU Health Sciences Library, ensuring consistent and high-quality service across NYU Langone Health (NYULH) and NYU College of Dentistry communities. In addition, this position provides a range of library service and project coordination duties in support of the Librarys mission and goals. This position requires strong communication, organizational skills, and excellent time management skills.
Job Responsibilities:
Process incoming borrowing and lending requests. Manage and implement interlibrary loan (ILL) workflows.
Identify incomplete bibliographic citations by searching appropriate reference sources.
Request materials for library users using resource-sharing systems.
Analyze other libraries holdings and policies in order to determine the fastest and most economical way of obtaining requested publications.
Receive and process requested articles, notifying patrons of the status of their requests in a timely manner.
Respond to patron queries, providing accurate information in a timely manner.
Identify resource display issues and inform Document Delivery Services manager and/or applicable units. Ensure necessary edits and corrections are completed.
Process monthly invoices for the Librarys Interlibrary Loan Service via email or online payment systems (e.g. Authorize.net).
Independently lead the DDS/ILL shipping program; schedule inventory and recurring purchases; maintain up-to-date lending library shipping addresses, and ensure timely shipment of physical materials.
Manage coverage as an alternate staff at the Lapidus Librarys service desk, providing excellent customer service through in-person consultation, phone, chat, and the librarys ticketing system.
Participate in special projects and working groups as needed.
Participate on Library and NYULH committees as needed.
Other administrative duties as assigned.
Additional Position Specific Responsibilities:
Ability to work in a team environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business Administration, health care administration or related field.
Two years of experience coordinating project/programs, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience providing customer service in an academic setting.
Proficiency in searching databases such as WorldCat, Pubmed, and library catalogs. Knowledge of resource sharing systems such as OCLC World Share and Docline.
Experience working with interlibrary loan systems (e.g. ILLiad).
Proficient in Windows and Microsoft office.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.
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Job posted to this site on June 28th at 4:09pm
Archivist and Digital Asset Manager at Wildlife Conservation Society
Full Time
About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS):
WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run field programs spanning 60 countries and the entire ocean. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our more than 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.
The Opportunity:
WCS is seeking a talented and driven Archivist and Digital Asset Manager to join the WCS Library and Archives. Reporting to the WCS Library and Archives Director, the Archivist and Digital Asset Manager will advance a key mission of the department: to preserve and enhance understanding of WCS’s legacy.
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Managing the acquisition and appraisal of WCS Archives records, including physical and digital materials.
Fulfilling reproduction and licensing requests related to Archives materials, including facilitating payments and agreements.
Assisting with Archives research and reference services for WCS staff and external researchers.
Assisting with managing interns and volunteers.
Extending the reach of the Archives by managing social media posts, and through other outreach opportunities to staff and external groups.
Monitoring environmental conditions of Archives’ storage spaces and assisting with preservation practices in these spaces.
Participating in department strategic planning.
Collaborating within the Public Affairs division and other WCS divisions to deliver on goals in support of WCS’s mission.
As time allows, processing archival collections by arranging and describing them.
WCS Photo Collection duties (20% of time).
Ingesting WCS Photo Collection photos into WCS’s digital management system and organizing them on a server.
Fulfilling photo requests for WCS staff and external users.
Fulfilling licensing requests for the Photo Collection, including facilitating payments and agreements.
Qualification Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in library science or a related field.
Demonstrated knowledge of archival standards and best practices related to accessioning, processing, accessing, and preserving both physical and digital records.
High degree of familiarity with collections management and digital asset management software (preferably ArchivesSpace, Preservica, and Widen).
Demonstrated success working both independently and collaboratively.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong creative problem-solving skills.
Natural sense of curiosity and interest in subjects related to the position.
2-4 years’ experience related to the position’s responsibilities.
Ability to lift and carry boxes up to 40 pounds and to reach high and low shelves.
Workplace Conditions and Environment:
This is a full-time, salaried position with competitive benefits and regular work hours.
Workplace conditions may include exposure to dust and mold.
The nature of the work will require you to be regularly physically present at our Bronx Zoo location.
WCS is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to hiring and supporting a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value. EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled
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Job posted to this site on June 27th at 2:21pm
Graduate Archives Fellow at Tusk Strategies
Internship
Tusk Strategies is a consulting firm. Under the company’s Archivist, Tusk Strategies assists clients with contract archiving projects.
Tusk is looking for an Archives Fellow to assist the Archivist with a project that will conclude in 2022. The Fellow will create metadata and conduct quality control checks of vendor metadata.
Responsibilities may include:
Confirming metadata follows established project standards
Reviewing metadata for errors
Creating or adding metadata (descriptive, administrative, technical, etc.)
Updating internal documentation
Assisting with DAM metadata uploads
Desired qualifications:
Experience with cataloging and controlled vocabularies
Experience working with a DAM
Strong research, writing, and communication skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work on-site in New York
Application requirements:
Resume
Cover letter
Time commitment:
Flexible, 15-20 hours a week (within a 9am-6pm, M-F work schedule)
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to hiring@tuskstrategies.com
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Job posted to this site on June 27th at 1:46pm
Systems Archivist at Center for Jewish History
Full Time
The Center for Jewish History (cjh.org) is the collaborative home to five in-house Partners—American Jewish Historical Society, American Sephardi Federation, Leo Baeck Institute, Yeshiva University Museum, and YIVO Institute for Jewish Research. When the Center opened its doors twenty-two years ago, it made a commitment to preserve the collections housed within its walls and make them accessible to scholars, students, and diverse audiences by implementing a unique, shared services model across all five partners.
The Center for Jewish History seeks a diligent, practical individual to become our Systems Archivist. The newly created position will complement our Systems Librarian but focus instead on archival description and digital access to archival materials. Responsibilities include management and troubleshooting related to our shared archives information management system, ArchivesSpace, as well as coordinating remediation projects, training staff, and maintaining documentation. The successful candidate will be able to articulate and promote best practices related to systems-based archival description in addition to access to archival materials available online and in The Lillian Goldman Reading Room.
The Systems Archivist will report to the Senior Manager for Metadata and Discovery. The Metadata and Discovery Services department is tasked with coordinating the interoperability and integration between Center systems that control, describe, preserve, and provide access to the rich physical and digital holdings of the five Partner institutions. The Systems Archivist will work closely with department members, as well as our service provider, LYRASIS, and stakeholders in the Center and Partner community to ensure that the archival holdings available at the Center are discoverable and accurately described.
The salary range for this position is $58,000-$64,000, based on experience.
Responsibilities:
Oversees the maintenance of ArchivesSpace and peripheral tools related to the description and discovery of the physical, digitized and born-digital archival holdings of the Partners and Center.
Troubleshoots and resolves issues with web-based application and/or archival description in collaboration with LYRASIS and colleagues in Metadata and Discovery Services.
Provides greater access to digitized and born-digital archival materials via deposit of assets into Ex Libris’ Rosetta, the Center’s digital asset management and preservation system, and subsequent synchronization with ArchivesSpace.
Develops, refines, and documents workflows used to effectively describe physical and digital archival holdings within Center library systems and externally with data-sharing partners and platforms.
Utilizes and tests a variety of strategies to programmatically extract and manipulate archival description to aid in remediation projects and greater intellectual control of archival resources.
Required Qualifications:
Master’s in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited library school, accredited graduate degree in archival science, or with a specialization in archives.
2-3 years’ experience working within an archival or a special library setting using archival management or library systems.
Strong background in archival description and standards (such as DACS, EAD, EAC-CPF, and/or MARC) and familiarity with controlled vocabularies and authority files.
Commitment to programmatic and systems-based solutions for correcting and optimizing archival description in ArchivesSpace and across shared library systems.
Basic competency with UNIX, Python (or another programming language), and Application Programming Interface (APIs).
Capable of fostering a collaborative environment and developing diplomatic, adaptable approaches to creating and enhancing archival description within shared library systems.
Comfort balancing daily and strategic, longer-term systems-based projects and priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience with ArchivesSpace, another archival collection management system, or digital asset management systems.
Comprehension of and comfort with descriptive metadata across library systems, including ability to crosswalk data from different formats.
Experience providing access to multilingual collections in any of the following languages: Hebrew, Yiddish, German, or Russian.
Company Benefits:
15-21 federal and religious holidays off each year in addition to generous vacation, sick, and personal days.
Full health benefits (medical, dental and vision) with minimal employee contributions.
Free life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
Flexible spending account and commuter benefits.
Generous 403b retirement benefits.
The Center for Jewish History is committed to diversity and inclusion. Qualified individuals who bring diverse perspectives to the workplace are especially encouraged to apply.
Review of applications will begin immediately. For priority consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to Eric Fritzler, Senior Manager for Metadata and Discovery, at eafritzler@cjh.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. No phone calls please.
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Job posted to this site on June 27th at 9:29am
Shelby White & Leon Levy Fellowship in Manuscript Cataloging at Morgan Library & Museum
Full Time
The Morgan Library & Museum invites applications for the Shelby White & Leon Levy Fellowship in Manuscript Cataloging. The Fellowship is intended for new professionals who have demonstrated engagement with general cataloging and archival processing and wish to enhance their skills through intensive specialized training. This is a unique opportunity for early-career professionals to receive training and mentoring as members of the Morgan Library & Museum curatorial and cataloging staff.
Starting in September 2022, the Fellowship will consist of 650 hours, and applicants will have a choice between full-time (35 hours per week) or part-time (21 hours per week) work in order to complete the 650 hours. Fellows will be assigned to work on specific groups of manuscripts. They will be expected to research the historical and cultural context in which the manuscripts were produced, create collection and item level records in CORSAIR—the Morgan's collections database—according to DCRM(MSS), assign accession numbers, and attend to the rehousing and conservation needs of the material. Considerations will be given to applicants’ areas of experience or expertise, such as specific language skills or subject specialization in art, literature, history, film, history of science, etc.
This opportunity is the first in a series of Manuscript Cataloging Fellowships that will be offered by the Morgan every September and February from September 2022 to February 2025. The Morgan Library & Museum is grateful to the Leon Levy Foundation for their generous support of these special opportunities.
The position reports to the Manager of Collections Information and Library Systems, and works closely with curators in the Department of Literary and Historical Manuscripts.
Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution or substantial course work towards the degree; degree or substantial course work towards it in related areas, such as art, literature, history, film, or history of science, with specialization in working with original historical documents, will also be considered;
Experience with reading handwritten documents preferred;
Experience with archival processing preferred;
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Knowledge of European languages preferred;
Knowledge of standard library cataloging tools, such as MARC21, RDA, DCRM, LCSH, and other standard vocabularies preferred;
Familiarity with an integrated library system and with the OCLC Connexion client preferred;
Understanding of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness in interactions with coworkers and contacts and a commitment to reflecting those principles in descriptive work;
Ability to work for extended periods at a computer workstation and lift moderately heavy boxes (10 lbs.)
Schedule: Work hours must fall within the hours of 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. Tentative start date: September 19, 2022.
Compensation:
$22/hour; up to $500 towards related professional activities, such as conference and workshop attendance, professional memberships, or acquiring relevant resources.
To apply:
Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter and resume to: cisjob@themorgan.org. Priority will be given to applications received by August 8, 2022.
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Job posted to this site on June 24th at 2:34pm
Director of the LuEsther T. Mertz Library at New York Botanical Garden
Full Time
New York Botanical Garden – Director of the LuEsther T. Mertz Library
Established in 1891, The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) is distinguished by the beauty of its landscape, collections, and gardens, and the scope and excellence of its programs in horticulture, education, and science.
The 250-acre Garden—the largest in any city in the United States—is a National Historic Landmark. NYBG encompasses 50 specialty gardens and collections comprising more than one million plants, the Nolen Greenhouses for Living Collections, and the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, the nation’s preeminent Victorian-style glasshouse. Highlights include the award-winning Peggy Rockefeller Rose Garden, considered among the world’s most sustainable rose gardens; the Native Plant Garden, celebrating the diversity of northeastern North American plants; and 30,000 distinguished trees, many more than 200 years old. More than one million visitors annually enjoy the grounds, view innovative exhibitions, and participate in educational programs that are larger and more diverse than those of any other garden in the world.
NYBG is also driven by a mission to conduct basic and applied research on the plants of the world with the goal of protecting and preserving them. Currently a growing staff of 17 Ph.D. scientists are engaged in hundreds of collaborations at field sites around the world, including in North America, South America, the Caribbean, southeast Asia, and the south Pacific. NYBG is one of the few freestanding botanical gardens in the world where plant and fungal research is conducted, thanks to the resources of the International Plant Science Center, the William and Lynda Steere Herbarium, and the LuEsther T. Mertz Library. The second largest in the world, the Steere Herbarium houses 7.8 million plant specimens, representing all groups of plants and fungi from around the world, with strength in the flora of the Americas. The LuEsther T. Mertz Library is the largest botanical and horticultural library in the Western Hemisphere, with more than 11 million archival items spanning 10 centuries.
The LuEsther T. Mertz Library was founded in 1899 and has evolved to be one of the largest, most comprehensive botanical libraries in the world and contains ten centuries of knowledge about all aspects of plants and related topics. The Library’s collections comprise more than one million print and non-print items, including 550,000 volumes of books and journals, more than 32,000 pieces of art and illustration, plus 6,953 linear feet of archival materials representing more than 75 percent of the world’s literature on systematic botany and approximately 83 percent of the world’s published floras. The Library builds its collections through active purchasing, exchanges with other libraries and gifts.
Reporting directly to the Head of Science, the Library Director will oversee the activities of the LuEsther T. Mertz Library and provide strategic vision and leadership for the team and collections. The Director will be a champion of libraries and must be able to lead the Library on a global stage as well as within NYBG. The new director will envision a future for the library as a major site of support for and expression of the NYBG's mission and core values. They will be active participants in garden-wide discussions of creating and enhancing teaching and learning that are relevant to 21st-century challenges and opportunities. They will raise the visibility of and advocate for the library and the institution. The Library is a key player in the execution of the NYBG's strategic goals, including the advancement of the NYBG's commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility.
The successful candidate must have a record of demonstrated leadership in a library setting, with increasing responsibilities, which include effective supervision of professional librarians and commitment to realizing the values of the NYBG in a library context. A MLS or MLIS from an accredited program is preferred but not required. An ability to inspire, set goals, and innovate; to engage and unite stakeholders; to listen carefully and communicate persuasively; to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively; to understand and support the needs of all disciplines and inter-disciplines; to be a strong fundraiser for the Library; and to operate library administrative and budgetary functions with a high level of skill are all desired qualities.
All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile.
WittKieffer is assisting The New York Botanical Garden in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by July 15, 2022. Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer’s candidate portal.
Nominations and inquiries can be directed to: Jessica Herrington, Cathryn Davis and Melissa Fincher at NYBGDirectorMertzLibrary@wittkieffer.com
Compensation Range: $155,000 to $200,000
The New York Botanical Garden is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Garden does not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin and veteran or disability status. Underrepresented communities, Black, Indigenous, persons of color, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Job posted to this site on June 23rd at 12:42pm
Director - Cromaine District Library (MI) at Cromaine District Library (MI)
Full Time
Director – Cromaine District Library (MI)
Cromaine District Library’s Board of Trustees seek a community-centric Director excited and ready to lead a respected and well-funded Library in serving the community with increasingly vibrant opportunities for cultural enrichment, community engagement, and education—all to advance the well-being and prosperity of area citizens. Cromaine serves an independent library district encompassing all of Hartland, and parts of five other townships, with 29,699 residents. The 18,200 square-foot building was recently expanded (2017) and renovated (2019). The Library has a staff of 29 (22.5 FTEs), a collection of over 67,000 physical items including a Library of Things, as well as 2.1 million e-items, and an annual general fund (operating, capital, and gift) budget of $2.34 million. A productive and generous Friends of Cromaine group, business sponsors, in-kind nonprofit partnerships, and vibrant adult and teen volunteer programs boost the library’s accomplishments. Cromaine Library is focused on the community it serves and all of the individuals who choose to live, work, and learn within the district. Known for its friendly, high-quality service and for offering exceptional events, such as Hartland’s Polar Express Day and the Summer Concert Series, as well as classes for people of all ages and interests, it is the place to learn, discover, and connect. An integral touchstone of a nearly 100-year-old legacy called the Hartland Area Project, Cromaine has led in the use of technologies among libraries its size in the state. Expect to find up-to-date digital resources and exciting new technologies, including 3-D printing and AR/VR tools. Key opportunities include representing the Library externally to community stakeholders and partners, completing the current strategic plan and laying the groundwork for planning beyond 2023, maintaining vibrant library programming and innovative utilization of the Hartland Music Hall, working with the community to achieve continued support for the library through successful millage campaigns in the future, and enhance outreach into all areas of our service population.
The Hartland area of Michigan, “a community connected,” is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere. It enjoys small-town charm with convenient big-city access to Ann Arbor, Lansing, Flint, and Detroit. Hartland’s location, schools, and beautiful setting make it a desirable place to call home and appeals to all generations. Recognized regionally as one of the area’s most welcoming and engaged communities, “Hartland Living” (Partners in Progress—the Cromaine Library, Hartland Area Chamber of Commerce, Hartland Consolidated Schools, and Hartland Township) is a unique collaborative partnership created to promote and enhance the Hartland area’s excellent quality of living. Hartland Township is committed to preserving green spaces while pursuing smart growth. The Hartland School District is a Premier School of Choice district because of its reputation for embracing a whole-child approach to education. The Chamber works to connect businesses, civic groups, local government, education, and the community to advance the economic, professional, and civic welfare of the Hartland area. The Library serves as the cultural center of the community supporting learners, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement.
Responsibilities. Under the general direction of the seven-member elected Cromaine District Library Board of Trustees, the Director is responsible for all library operations and overall administration and management of the District. Specific areas of responsibility include board relations; planning, organization, and evaluation of library services; general administration and financial management including development and fundraising; internal and external communications; and professional and staff development.
Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program; a minimum of five years of progressively more responsible library experience including supervisory and budget development experience; and the ability to obtain and retain a Librarian’s Professional Certificate (Level 1) from the Library of Michigan as required by state law for a Class 5 library. The successful candidate will exhibit visionary leadership; creativity; excellent listening skills responsive to the needs and concerns of staff, patrons, and the community; financial and political acumen; the ability to build productive partnerships through civic engagement; the ability to foster a team environment through coaching and development; excellent interpersonal skills; and a desire to achieve operational excellence. Successful experience as a library director reporting to a governing board and experience with a successful millage campaign are highly desirable.
Compensation. The starting salary range is $80,000 – $101,000 (with placement dependent upon qualifications) and an attractive benefits package, including immediate vesting of the employer’s contribution of 10% to TIAA, 160 hours of paid vacation accrued per year and usable after three months of the six-month introductory period, and fully paid insurances for the employee, with opt-in for dependents at employee’s cost.
For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates. Apply by email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Brian C. Hare. This position closes on July 24, 2022.
View this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links and information at https://bradburymiller.com/job/cromaine/.
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Job posted to this site on June 22nd at 4:48pm
Research Experience Associate at The New York Public Library
Part Time
The New York Public Library has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years.
The Center for Research in the Humanities, located on the second floor of the NYPL’s flagship location, the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, is dedicated to furthering the Library’s mission to to engage, inspire, support, and connect a growing community of scholars worldwide with each other and with the Library’s world-class collections. The Center encompasses four admission-by-application research study rooms, and programming space. The Center is home to public classes, workshop series, class visits that provide researcher orientation and instruction, as well as events that foster engagement with the Library’s collections and research services.
Reporting to the Associate Manager of the Center for Research in the Humanities, the Research Experience Associate supports the day to day operations of the Center, including staffing the Center’s welcome desk, greeting incoming researchers, and working with staff to assist the public in their use of the Center.
We are seeking enthusiastic candidates interested in careers in librarianship, that demonstrate a strong work ethic, commitment to inclusivity, possess excellent written and verbal communications skills, and have a friendly and helpful demeanor. These positions serve as ambassadors for the Library, and work with library staff to help ensure that a welcoming and productive research environment is preserved for researchers, fellows and staff working in the Center's spaces.
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Job posted to this site on June 22nd at 10:45am
Electronic Resources/ Reference Librarian. at LIM College
Full Time
LIM College - Where Business Meets Fashion is currently seeking candidates for the position of Electronic Resources/ Reference Librarian.
General Description:
LIM College educates students for success in the global business of fashion and its many related industries. Located in midtown Manhattan - the fashion capital of the world - and devoted exclusively to the study of business and fashion, LIM College fosters a unique connection between real-world experience and academic study in business principles. Undergraduate students may major in Fashion Media, Fashion Merchandising, International Business, Management, Marketing, Visual Studies, Business of Fashion or Business of Cannabis. At the graduate level, LIM College offers an MPS programs in Fashion Marketing, Fashion Merchandising & Retail Management, Global Fashion Supply Chain Management, and Consumer Analytics.
The Electronic Resources/ Reference Librarian manages the electronic resources of the library and serves as the systems administrator and IT liaison for internal library department software. Configures, maintains, and troubleshoots subscription resources and digital acquisitions; creates and maintains metadata for both electronic and print resources; maintains usage statistical data of library resources; trains staff and work-study students on related library procedures. Also, answers library reference questions, instructs classes for student and faculty on research and use of the library. Performs and oversees specific projects and programs as assigned. Works closely with the Office of Information Technology and the Office of Learning Innovation on cross-departmental projects. Serves on college-wide committees as appointed; attends open-house events and provides college service as directed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
Assumes responsibility for the effective performance of library electronic resources.
Configures, maintains, and troubleshoots library electronic resources including subscription academic and industry resources: databases, e-books, business cases, and online video.
Serves as technical support to students, faculty, and other departments for library resources, sometimes requiring to be the liaison between vendor support and the end user.
Configures, upgrades, and troubleshoots internal library software including Sirsi Symphony (ILS), Sirsi Enterprise (OPAC), LibraryH3lp (chat platform), and EzProxy (proxy server).
Configures and maintains library learning technology integrations with Canvas (LMS) and creates library learning objects at the direction of the Office of Learning and Innovation and faculty request.
Creates and maintains the schedules for librarian private appointments and study room reservations on the WC Online platform.
Performs collection development, acquisition and configuration of technical aspects of e-textbook and digital video selections on behalf of faculty, course coordinators, academic chairs, and the Office of Learning and Innovation.
Creates end-user support materials for using library technologies.
Creates and maintains metadata for monographs, serials and electronic resources.
Acts as liaison between IT department, ILS vendors and the library, keeping the Director and other library staff updated regarding progress.
Providing staff with regular updates on events and issues that may impact the library.
Assumes responsibility for maintenance of library’s digital and physical collections.
Maintains, inventories, and weeds collections in line with curriculum needs.
Collects and maintains usage statistics for library digital and physical collections.
Creates MARC21 metadata records for digital and print materials for the ILS.
Processes new print materials to add to library physical collections.
Oversees processing of incoming periodicals as well as binding of periodicals semi-annually.
Serves on library and college committees, specifically those surroundings technology.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Assumes responsibility for identification and implementation of emerging technologies in the library field.
Keeps informed on emerging technologies inside of and external to the library field that would improve library services.
Learns how to use and implements new technologies in the library department.
Identifies opportunities for collaboration across college departments on technological platforms.
Assesses the use of library technologies to remain relevant to curriculum needs and essential to library and information literacy functions.
Assumes some responsibility for the effective performance of library reference functions.
Provides online library research assistance to students with print and online resources via in-person, email, phone, video conference, and chat reference.
Trains and schedules student workers for Peer-to-Peer Chat Reference service.
Works with the Reference & Instruction Librarian to create and modify canned responses and makes other platform configurations as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Assumes some responsibility for the effective performance of library instruction services.
Teaches library instruction sessions to classes based on curriculum designed by Reference & Instruction Librarian.
Teaches topic-specific workshops to students and faculty on library technologies as well as general research concepts.
Provides feedback to the Reference & Instruction Librarian about students’ information literacy needs as observed in instructions sessions and reference interactions.
Participates in college-wide assessment and accreditation effort.
Assumes responsibility for preparing and maintaining assigned records and reports.
Works with Director to oversee student projects, providing input into acquisitions decisions, and proposes long-term strategies for the growth and maintenance of the library in general.
Prepares annually, and as needed, usage reports using statistics gleaned from both the ILS system and electronic resources.
Prepares collection statistics annually for library sections of college IPEDS report.
Assumes some responsibility for managing library space and student workers.
Supervises student workers in day-to-day operations, schedules student worker shifts, and completes biweekly payroll.
Works with Library Director to interview, hire, and train new student workers.
Oversees that the library space is kept tidy throughout the day, keeps flyers and promotional materials current, and keeps book displays up-to-date and attractive.
Maintains the scheduling of the private study rooms.
Keeps Library Director informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
Serves on library and college committees, specifically those that impact technology.
Performs special operations and manages special projects as assigned.
Ensures that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.
Requirements: The person selected will have the following qualifications:
Minimum Required Qualifications:
At least one (1) year relevant library experience.
Master’s Degree in the field of Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution.
Thorough knowledge of electronic resource management and some knowledge of reference and bibliographic instruction.
Ability to teach bibliographic instruction & information literacy courses.
Ability to administer library electronic resources and proxy server.
Ability to administer library software, such as Sirsi or Aleph.
Ability to supervise part-time workers.
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Job posted to this site on June 17th at 1:35pm
Freelance Archivists for Processing Projects at Leo Baeck Institute New York
Freelance
The Archives of the Leo Baeck Institute (LBI) in New York is looking for archivists for freelance processing projects.
The Leo Baeck Institute, located at the Center for Jewish History in Manhattan, is an archival repository and library devoted to Jewish history and culture in German speaking lands from earliest times up to and through the Holocaust. The majority of our archival collections are from 1880 – 1940. You can learn more about the Leo Baeck Institute by accessing our website at www.lbi.org.
The freelance archivists will work in close coordination with our senior processing archivist and our head archivist. The tasks consist of processing archival collections, often the personal papers of German-Jewish families and individuals, according to standard archival practices and in-house conventions, and writing a finding aid.
Requirements: The Freelance Archivists must have an MLS degree from an accredited college, or be studying for it, or have equivalent professional experience in an archive. A strong reading knowledge of German is necessary. In addition, the Freelance Archivists should have a basic knowledge of the history of Jews in Germany and Austria; and should be able to handle the lifting of boxes equal to 30 lbs.
We have several small and mid-size archival collections and will negotiate a price for each assigned project. Work hours are flexible within our office hours, Mondays to Thursdays from 9 am to 5 pm and Fridays from 9 am to 3 pm. Work hours can be accommodated according to the candidate’s schedule and based on Covid restrictions.
To apply, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to Archivist & Head of Public Outreach Michael Simonson at msimonson@lbi.cjh.org
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Job posted to this site on June 17th at 12:55pm
Senior Software Engineer I at New York Public Library
Full Time
The New York Public Library is seeking an experienced Python engineer to join our eReading team. This role will contribute to the back-end development of multiple projects, including SimplyE and Open eBooks. These projects serve a large community of patrons and offer the opportunity to improve their access to NYPL's catalog.
This role will focus on a technology stack consisting of: Python (Flask API), PostgreSQL, ElasticSearch and Docker. In this role the engineer will collaborate closely with librarians, communities members and other stakeholders to understand the objectives of our projects and implement technical solutions addressing those needs. This position will also collaborate with other engineers across the Digital department at NYPL as a Python engineer helping diagnose, approach and solve problems on other projects.
Full details on the role and application process can be found at the job posting here: https://nypl.pinpointhq.com/jobs/52878
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Job posted to this site on June 17th at 12:13pm
Special Collections Archivist at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Full Time
The Special Collections Archivist is responsible for processing and overseeing collections such as the Genentech Center for the History of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Collections, the BGI Nobel Laureates Collections, and the Rare Book Collection. Defined as materials from prominent scientists or scientific movements that did not primarily take place at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory but showcase exemplary work in the fields specialized at the Laboratory, Special Collections traces the development of modern molecular biology over the course of the last 130 years. Prominent collections include materials from Nobel Laureates such as Sydney Brenner, Hermann J. Muller, Frances Crick as well as the Matthew Meselson Collection, Robert Olby, Norton Zinder, Janet Mertz, and others. The Rare Books Collection includes monographs and journals on such topics such as eugenics, genetics, anthropology, plant biology, and others.
The position is a liaison between the Archives and the public, and is responsible for making the unique historical materials that constitute these collections accessible. Materials from the collection are also utilized by scholars, educators, and media publishers, as well as in-house by the CSHL Press, Public Affairs, and Development departments.
This position works with interns and scholars and assists with outreach and the promotion of the archives’ special collections.
Reference:
- The archivist provides reference assistance to both internal (CSHL) and external patrons for the Special Collections. This includes answering reference questions, scheduling and booking study rooms, providing photocopies and digital copies of material from the collections, conducting in-depth research as requested from the Archives users, and providing publication quality images for textbooks, magazines, films, and other projects as needed.
Collection Processing & Management:
- Day-to-day activities include accessioning new material; fielding reference requests from both internal and external patrons; processing collections; writing and updating finding aids; digitization ingest; basic preservation tasks.
Outreach:
- The position is responsible for broadening the Archives audience online through the use of Instagram, Twitter, and the Archives blog as well as the digitization of historical material from our collections. This position also helps develop and implement exhibits in collaboration the Senior Archivist and Executive Director of Library & Archives. The position also creates posters and announcement flyers for Archives events, such as talks, meetings, and presentations.
Development of New Collection Areas:
- Along with the Senior Archivist and Executive Director of Library & Archives, the position will help develop and pursue new areas of collection development in conjunction with the Center for Humanities at the Library & Archives. The development of a Women in Science collection will be a dual responsibility of both the Senior Archivist and the Special Collections Archivist. Pursuing donations and acquisitions of the collections of prominent women scientists in medical and genetic biology and assisting in the planning and organization of events focused on Women in Science will be the initial goals for this responsibility.
Education:
Masters in Library Science from ALA accredited institution.
Experience:
Minimum 3 years of professional experience in an archival setting performing tasks such as processing, arranging, describing, and providing reference for archival/manuscript collections.
Knowledge/Skills:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft software suite.
- Experience with photo editing software, such as Photoshop.
- Strong knowledge of descriptive standards, such as Dublin Core, EAD and XML.
-Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Ability to move 40lbs.
Preferred Requirements:
- Experience with or demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging trends in rare books and manuscripts.
- Experience using a Content Management System such as ArchivesSpace.
- Experience with a Digital Asset Management System.
- Experience supervising interns and student workers.
- Grant writing experience.
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Interested candidates should apply for this position via the CSHL website at:
https://cshl.peopleadmin.com/postings/19689
Position Number: 00633-E
For more information about CSHL, please visit us at: www.cshl.edu
CSHL is an EO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status.
You are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition to your employment at the Laboratory, except in instances where you have a qualifying medical condition or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance that is contrary to receiving the vaccine. You will be required to provide proof of your vaccination on your first day of employment. For those individuals, who are unable to receive a vaccine due to access issues, they will be expected to receive the vaccine upon arrival in New York.
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Job posted to this site on June 16th at 3:24pm
Project Cataloger (part-time) at Yeshiva University
Part Time
Project Cataloger (part-time)
Job No: 496254
Work Type: Staff Part-time, Temporary and/or Hourly
Department: University Libraries
Location: Wilf Campus, 500 West 185th Street, NY, NY
Categories: Library
Position Summary:
Perform original and copy cataloging for rare and non-rare materials in Hebrew and Western European languages. Use bibliographic utilities, such as OCLC, to compose accurate descriptive data. Input records into the cataloging module of Virtua, the integrated library system.
This position is donor-funded and expected to last for one year at 19 hours/week. The position may be renewed if there is additional funding.
Position Responsibilities:
• Perform original and copy cataloging of materials in Hebrew and other languages under the supervision of a catalog librarian
• Use bibliographic utilities to create accurate descriptive data
• Perform other related duties as assigned
Experience & Education Background:
• 1 year of library experience preferred.
• ALA-accredited master's degree in library science highly preferred.
Skills & Competencies:
• Very good reading proficiency in Hebrew required
• Basic knowledge of European languages desired
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds
• Accuracy and attention to detail
Application Instructions:
Please include a letter of interest and resume with your application.
About Us:
Comprising Pollack Library (general studies), Mendel Gottesman Library (Hebraica-Judaica) on the Wilf Campus and Hedi Steinberg Library on the Beren Campus, Yeshiva University Libraries offer a wide range of collections and services in support of University academic programs, both undergraduate and graduate. With its collection of over 500,000 physical volumes, and access to more than 50,000 electronic-journals, several hundred databases, and 428,000 electronic book titles, the Libraries provide students and faculty members a vast array of information sources. Computing, wireless access, scanning, copying and printing services, along with software tools such as electronic reserves and citation programs, support research and learning activities.
Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more.
We are a leading global educational institution that employs 2,000 people across our various campus locations -- Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve. We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.
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/3145020
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Job posted to this site on June 16th at 3:23pm
Part-time & ADHOC Librarians - Mount Kisco Public Library at Mount Kisco Public Library
Part Time
Positions Open: Part-time & ADHOC Librarians
The Mount Kisco Public Library has Part-time & ADHOC Librarian positions open. ADHOC Librarians are scheduled on an as-needed basis.
Duties include: providing reference and readers’ advisory services to adults, seniors, children, and teens; assisting library patrons with the use of library materials and technology; providing information; responding to library users’ needs; assisting users of all ages in accessing print and electronic resources; keeping accurate statistics; may coordinate library programs; performing other job-related duties as assigned. Evening, weekend (Saturday & Sunday) availability are required. Hours are scheduled based on the needs of the library.
A Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited school and NYS Librarian Certificate is required. Familiarity with MS Office Suite, Evergreen, and bi-lingual English-Spanish is helpful.
Range of pay: $23-27 per hour. Sunday hours are at a rate of time and a half of regular rate of pay.
To apply please send a cover letter, resume and three professional references to Sioban Keane at skeane@wlsmail.org no later than July 15, 2022.
The Mount Kisco Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job posted to this site on June 16th at 12:29pm
Adjunct Reference and Instruction Librarian at Borough of Manhattan Community College
Part Time
NON-TEACHING ADJUNCT FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Adjunct Reference and Instruction Librarian
The A. Philip Randolph Memorial Library at the Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) seeks an enthusiastic, creative, and motivated professional for the position of Adjunct Reference and Instruction Librarian. The ideal candidate will be someone who has experience providing library instruction both in-person and online (or other teaching experience), and reference both in-person and online, who shares the College’s and Library’s commitment to social justice, anti-racism work, and inclusive pedagogy, who is equity-minded, who is committed to student success, and who is able to work successfully in a collaborative environment. An equity-minded individual understands the importance of creating a learning environment responsive to cultural and ethnic differences, one which empowers all members of the college community to create initiatives that foster student success.
Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) is a vibrant, pluralistic learning community committed to the intellectual and personal growth of students. With enrollment of 21,000 students, BMCC is the largest of the 24 institutions comprising The City University of New York (CUNY). BMCC prides itself on the diversity of our students: over 41% are Hispanic, 30% are Black or African American, over 30% were born outside the US, and they represent more than 160 countries of origin with over 115 languages spoken. We are an inclusive community that promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect of each member’s ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity and national origin, among other personal characteristics. Collectively we share a belief in the transformative power of education to further the intellectual, economic, and social vitality of individuals and communities—and in the role of community colleges in advancing equity and social justice. BMCC’s motto speaks to this common sense of purpose and possibility: Start Here, Go Anywhere. As we strive to make BMCC the very best it can be— a leading community college nationwide— we are dedicated to building a diverse and talented faculty that is committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service within our multicultural and international environment.
Please note the COVID 19 vaccine is mandated for faculty who work on campus. For more information please see: https://www.cuny.edu/coronavirus/faculty-and-staff-vaccination-faq/#req-1
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Providing library instruction both in-person and online,
Providing reference help both in-person and online,
Collaborating with other BMCC library faculty on instructional videos and materials
This is a non-teaching adjunct position. Non-teaching adjuncts are limited to 375 hours per semester for the fall and spring semester. If working at more than one CUNY campus, you cannot exceed 225 hours at the first CUNY campus and 150 hours at the second. This position is available for up to 225 hours.
More information about adjuncts' rights and benefits can be found at the PSC-CUNY website: https://www.psc-cuny.org/sites/default/files/NTA%20Brochure.pdf
Please see CUNY’s salary schedules for non-teaching adjuncts: https://psc-cuny.org/content/adjunct-and-hourly-professorial-rates
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must have earned a Master’s in Library Science (MLS) or Master’s in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent accreditation if degree is from outside the U.S.
Library school students are invited to apply if they have acquired at least 12 credits and have reference and instruction experience.
Evening and weekend hours are available. But candidates must be available to work in-person for a few hours during the day each week.
Experience working in an academic library
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team of diverse individuals.
Excellent communication skills, including demonstrated cross-cultural competency in communications with diverse groups of students and colleagues.
Must have a strong service orientation, and the ability to interact positively with students and colleagues in the Library, the College, and the University.
Demonstrated commitment to participating in and building an anti-racist, inclusive, equitable and diverse campus community.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send a cover letter and resume to Kathleen Dreyer, Chief Librarian (kdreyer@bmcc.cuny.ed), and Professor Robin Brown, Head of Public Services (rbrown@bmcc.cuny.edu), by July 22, 2022. Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis.