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Job posted to this site on May 26th at 6:31pm
Director - Library Education & Research Services at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Full Time
Roles & Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Associate Dean of Libraries and Information Sciences, the Director, Library Education & Research Services ensures that the reference, consultation, education and scholarly communications services available from the library meet the needs of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (ISMMS) and wider Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) communities. This role will be responsible for coaching and collaborating with others on cultivating relationships with campus partners and key stakeholders across the health system. Specific duties are outlined below.
Education and Research Services
Builds and maintains relationships with academic and clinical departments in order to ensure library informational and educational resources and services meet student, house-staff, clinicians, nurse, researchers and trainee and administrator and staff needs.
Leads library’s research synthesis service, providing guidance on methodology, best practices and search strategy development for systematic reviews/meta analyses, scoping reviews, etc.
Develops and delivers both online and in-person education sessions for students, trainees, and faculty within courses, didactic sessions, Grand Rounds and other venues.
Provides research consultation services on literature searching, research synthesis methods, selecting a publication venue, data management planning and other relevant topics.
Participates in the Ask-A-Librarian service, fielding reference inquiries via email, text, chat, phone and in-person and providing usage data to inform service development. Supports library staff in fielding inquiries and serves as an escalation point for difficult-to-answer inquiries.
In collaboration with the Library Marketing Coordinator, creates and maintains library website and social media content related to areas of responsibility.
Scholarly Communications
Shares responsibility for maintenance and sustainability of the research information management system, Pure, particularly in engaging with system contributors.
Develops original programming related to scholarly communications.
Contribute to management and editing of Levy Library Press Journals, including mentoring of ISMMS student editors.
Provides publication and authors’ rights guidance to authors, including the Mount Sinai Health System Libraries’ support for open access publishing.
Administration and Management
Leads a team of five+ full-time employees throughout the health system, helping staff to develop and achieve organizational and individual professional goals.
Serves on library leadership team, assisting in development of library policies and strategic planning.
Participates in recruitment, onboarding, and training of new staff.
Helps the library team oversee the organization, development, and maintenance of LibApps content.
Monitors and updates Library staff on trends and best practices for education, research, and scholarly communications services in libraries.
Advances diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility for all Health System library users.
Assists in the evaluation of resources and tools for potential library or organizational acquisition.
Compiles and evaluates usage statistics for areas of responsibility.
Requirements:
Master's degree earned from an ALA-accredited Library/Information Science program or internationally recognized equivalent.
Minimum of five years working with students and faculty in an academic library, preferably in a health sciences setting.
Minimum of three years of management experience managing at least one non-student employee.
Demonstrated ability to explain evidence based medicine concepts and approaches to effectively using clinical resources.
Effective communication and leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to mentor staff and work collegially across departments.
Experience with instruction and pedagogy in one or more of these modalities: classroom demonstration, small-group, virtual, or one-on-one teaching.
Experience partnering with students, researchers, and/or clinicians in research synthesis projects.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated initiative and ability fostering relationships with stakeholders across complex and diverse institution.
Knowledge and experience with scholarly communications topics and services.
Experience with using and maintaining research information management platforms (e.g. Pure).
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and contribute to strategic planning initiatives.
Demonstrated editorial or science writing and publishing experience.
Application Information:
Deadline for Submissions: Applications received by July 5, 2022 will receive first consideration.
To Apply: Qualified applicants who wish to be considered for this position should submit the following information requested: a cover letter, a complete resume, and a list of three professional references (names and contact information only) via the Mount Sinai Careers Portal.
Salary range: $100K-$110k annually
About the Levy Library
The mission of the Gustave L. and Janet W. Levy Library is to support the educational, research and patient care activities of the faculty, students and staff of the Mount Sinai Health System. The Library implements its mission by providing access to biomedical information resources in paper, digital and electronic formats, and by serving as a resource on communications, Web and computing issues for the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
About the Icahn School of Medicine
The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is an international leader in medical and scientific training, biomedical research, and patient care. It is the medical school for the Mount Sinai Health System, which includes eight hospital campuses, and has more than 5,000 faculty and nearly 2,000 students, residents and fellows. Our unwavering pursuit of intellectual exchange, breakthrough research, and multidisciplinary teamwork propels us ever forward in biomedical discoveries and advances. We pursue ideas that often challenge conventional wisdom to revolutionize the practice of medicine and produce dramatically better outcomes for patients. We make big, bold bets by investing in radical free thinkers and technology at the cutting edge.
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Job posted to this site on May 24th at 10:35am
Senior Librarian at New York School of Interior Design
Full Time
Position Overview: The New York School of Interior Design, an accredited, independent institution of higher education devoted entirely to the discipline of interior design and its related professions, seeks an individual to serve as Senior Librarian.
Reporting to the Director of the Library, the Senior Librarian manages the day-to day operations of the Library’s public and technical services activities, including the two materials libraries and supervision of all library student workers for coverage of the Library’s circulation and reference desk. Working with the Director of the Library, the Senior Librarian develops the Library’s collection development policy, maintains the library collections, and process acquisitions and donations following established guidelines and criteria. The Senior Librarian also assists the Director with selection and evaluation of electronic resources and negotiation of licenses with vendors. The Senior Librarian plays a leadership role in adopting and implementing new and creative technologies and workflow in the above-mentioned areas. This person also coordinates with NYU’s Knowledge Access & Resource Management Services (KARMS) for routine cataloging and database maintenance tasks. The Senior Librarian will serve as the backup of the Director when s/he is absent.
Job Responsibilities:
Manage the day-to-day operations of the Library’s circulation desk, including scheduling desk coverage, supervision and training of all student workers, managing the Reserves collection, and providing circulation and reference services when needed.
Working with other librarians, assess and determine the levels of library services, formulate and document library procedures and policies pertaining to its services, recommend and implement new service models if necessary.
Assume the leadership role in introducing and implementing new library/information technologies pertaining to public and instructional services, including but not limited to WordPress (on which the library website is built), LibGuides, Omeka, and other social media channels.
Manage The Mario Buatta Materials Atelier on the 2nd floor of NYSID’s 70th Street building (Main Campus), and The Ruth and C.J. Trimble Materials Collection on the 3rd Floor of NYSID’s Graduate Center.
Working with the Director, develop relationships with vendors and firms to ensure steady supply of new material samples.
Working with the Director, develop and fine-tune the Library’s collection development policy, process acquisitions and donations following established guidelines and criteria.
Assist the Director with selection and evaluation of electronic resources; may need to negotiate terms and conditions of licenses and access protocols with vendors.
Maintain the Library’s collections, including performing inventory and implementing yearly shelf-read workflow, weeding, tracing lost books, and recommending books for replacement.
Assess preservation needs for the collection, including training student workers to perform simple book repairs or coordinating with vendors for professional bindery or preservation services.
Working with Facilities, develop and maintain the Library’s written disaster plan, providing training in disaster prevention and preparedness for library staff and student workers.
Coordinate with NYU’s Knowledge Access & Resource Management Services (KARMS) to perform routine cataloging and database maintenance tasks, including serials subscription, holdings and item record maintenance. Manage serials check-in, claims and annual renewals.
Maintain and collect statistics relevant to the above-mentioned areas.
Serve as the backup of the Director when s/he is absent.
Other duties, projects and activities as may become necessary.
Qualifications:
MLS from an ALA-accredited institution. Bachelors in art history, fine arts, design or architecture preferred. At least 2-4 years’ experience in an academic or research library environment with specialization in circulation, reference, or library instruction services. Proven experience in managing part-time staff or student workers. Former experience in formulating and documentation library procedures and policies. Experience using integrated library systems, such as Aleph, particularly the circulation module; basic knowledge of MARC cataloging and acquisition records. Strong technical skills of evaluating and employing a variety of new Web tools, systems platforms, and social media channels to facilitate and promote library services and operations. Former experience of collection development and library instructional programs preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills for lectures, presentations, and working with library/archives users, staff, and outside donors and vendors. Professional committee memberships/activities in related organizations, such as ARLIS/NA, VRA, SAA, ALA, or ACRL, desirable. May be required to cover some evening or weekend shifts. Ability to perform physical activities associate with archival collections.
New York School of Interior Design (NYSID) is an AA/EOE employer. NYSID is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and particularly seeks applications from members of underrepresented groups, as well as candidates who share this commitment.
Candidates for this position should submit resume, along with a cover letter, indicating salary requirements to:
resumes@nysid.edu
Human Resources Office
New York School of Interior Design
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Job posted to this site on May 23rd at 10:03am
Library Services Associate Director of Assessment and Data Analysis at SUNY
Full Time
The Library Services Associate Director of Assessment and Data Analysis (State title: Instructional Support Specialist) will design and lead a program to conduct both ongoing and targeted analysis of services, collections, and educational effectiveness, of the Office of Library and Information Services (OLIS) portfolio which includes, the SUNY Library Services, the OER Services, and the Open Access Repository program.
This position reports directly to the Senior Library Strategist in the SUNY Office of Library and Information Services and will provide leadership for the design and coordination of a program of assessment to optimize decision making, service provision, library-led education, stakeholder satisfaction, and strategic priorities within SUNY libraries and the campuses they serve. The incumbent will lead, design, and participate in the collection, analysis, and documentation of quantitative and qualitative assessment data to support informed, data-driven decisions about services and priorities.
Responsibilities:
Support targeted decision making concerning the acquisition, licensing, renewal, retention, and use of library and shared collections.
Employ a consultative, strategic approach with colleagues, campuses and their libraries to foster a culture of assessment and effectiveness that meets system-wide goals for student and faculty success.
Utilize structured research methods to gather library input on strategic directions for OLIS services and programs.
Collaboratively work with colleagues in SUNY OLIS to leverage existing data and determine additional data collection needs.
In consultation with diverse groups across SUNY, provide assessment support to help evaluate and develop a culture of inclusivity in SUNY Libraries.
In partnership with the Open Education Research Lab at UB or other partners internal and external to SUNY, conduct analysis of the overall effectiveness of the OER Services program.
Provide methodology and tools for implementing assessment at the individual library, university, and system-wide levels.
Participate in dissemination activities, such as papers, presentations, and reports.
Extract raw data, import data into data visualization software, evaluate the integrity of data, conduct data clean-up projects, and support data-driven collections assessment activities.
Provide periodic updates of assessment indicators demonstrating trends and library impact on the teaching, learning, and research activities of libraries across SUNY.
Coordinate and/or perform special projects and perform other duties as needed.
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Job posted to this site on May 21st at 11:16am
Library Director at The Hagaman Memorial Library
Full Time
Library Director-The Board of Trustees of the East Haven Library are seeking applications for the position of Library Director.
The East Haven Library is in the center of East Haven, Connecticut and serves a population of 28,000 residents and offers an array of library services and materials. The library has recently celebrated 100 years of service to its community and is the home to a collection of more than 70,000 items.
The Director of the library is the primary administrator and manager of the East Haven Public Library, Inc. (popularly known as the Hagaman Memorial Library), an Association Library/ 501(c)3 organization. The successful candidate must be able to prepare, publicly advocate for, and administer the annual budget. The candidate will also work closely with, and under the supervision of, the Board of Trustees while being responsible for compliance matters such as the annual tax return.
See Full Job Description here.
Requirements: MLS from an ALA accredited institution. Significant experience in library administration while in a leadership role in a public library. Vision and imagination regarding the evolution of libraries (strategic planning). Thorough understanding and working knowledge of current library technology. Proven ability to work effectively with board members, staff, elected and appointed officials, community leaders, and the public. Strong oral and written communication skills. Effective management skills. Experience preparing, advocating for and working within a budget. Involvement in state, local or national library associations. Experience with fundraising and grant writing a plus. Salary $67,000.
Please provide a current resume and meaningful cover letter to EastHavenLibraryDirectorSearch@gmail.com by Tuesday, May 31st.
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Job posted to this site on May 19th at 4:43pm
NYU Libraries Adjunct Librarian at New York University
Part Time
The New York University Division of Libraries is seeking multiple user-focused adjunct librarians for the 2022 Summer semester, with high potential for reappointment in later semesters. These are exciting opportunities to join the world-class NYU Libraries community as we advance our mission and values. Duties may include a number of tasks, including virtual and in-person reference services, in-depth one-on-one consultations, instructional activities, and special projects. Adjuncts will work closely with our diverse and collaborative librarian staff, ensuring service hours coverage, meeting incoming requests, and communicating regularly with full-time librarians about activities and needs.
Reference services are provided during the following times:
Monday - Thursday: 10am - 11pm
Friday: 10am - 5pm
Saturday: 11am - 6pm
Sunday: 1pm - 10pm
Instruction services are scheduled during the following times:
Monday - Friday: 8am - 6:30pm
Adjunct Reference & Instruction Librarians provide a variation of weekday, weekend, and evening hours within the timeframes above. Priority will be given to applicants with daytime and weekend availability for 10-20 weekly hours. For these positions, we’re looking for candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, skills, and experiences in a variety of social science, humanities, and science fields.
All adjuncts must be available for in-person service in New York City, as well as hybrid and virtual support services from home. You must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship and have reliable access to the internet.
Qualifications
Required
ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS or relevant coursework and current matriculation in an MLS/MLIS program.
Experience in reference, virtual reference, or research consultation services
Experience or related coursework regarding the provision of small or large group instruction
Familiarity with key library resources (e.g., databases, LibGuides)
Comfort operating in a virtual environment with standard tools (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams)
Application Instructions
We would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, a short cover letter, and a 1-2 paragraph statement on how you think diversity should inform work in the library and information field. Materials will be received on a rolling basis, but initial reviews for Summer 2022 will begin May 1, 2022. Please detail your scheduling preferences, including the number of hours per week you would be available, and roughly the days and times you would prefer in 5-hour blocks.
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Job posted to this site on May 18th at 11:49am
Archivist and Special Collections Specialist at Queens College - CUNY
Full Time
Queens College Libraries (QCL), The City University of New York, seeks to hire a fulltime Special Collections Specialist. Reporting to the Head of Special Collections and Archives, the Special Collections Specialist will work closely with the Head to implement an engaged, user-focused, and collaborative archives program. The Special Collections Specialist will be responsible for the management of archival records, special collections, and rare books. In collaboration with the Head of Special Collections and Archives, and with the Queens College Graduate School of Library and Information Studies, they will work to develop and implement hands-on learning opportunities for students within the Library Science Program.
Job Duties for this title include but are not limited to:
• Provide archival reference services, including reproduction and publication requests, and onsite and remote assistance
• Assist in the management of distinctive collections including the University Archives, and other Special Collections
• Accession, arrange, describe, and preserve archival collections
• Assist with the implementation of several ongoing digitization projects within the unit
• Create a welcoming and inclusive environment in a new public-facing reading room and archives lounge
• Curate exhibits of interest to the campus, alumni, and local communities
• Supervise part-time and student workers
• Coordinate the administrative aspects of the Library Archives Fellowship Program
CUNY Vaccinatine Mandate Policy
Candidates will be required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Exemption (medical or religious) requests to this requirement will be considered in accordance with applicable law. Being fully vaccinated is defined for this purpose as being at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. Final candidates must be fully vaccinated as of their first day of employment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree and four years' related experience required; MLS degree or Master's in a related field may be substituted for a portion of the experience
requirement.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Certificate in Archives / Special Collections Program, or the equivalent from an ALA accredited institution (or the equivalent in experience or education)
• Administrative, supervisory, communications, or customer service experience (can be from outside of libraries/archives)
• A minimum of one year of experience working with archives and special collections materials (including internships, part-time, and/or temporary positions) strongly preferred
• Proficient in Archives Space software or other collections management systems related to archival materials
• Demonstrated knowledge of standards, best practices, and trends regarding archival description, technology, and outreach
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, make constructive recommendations, interpret, and apply policies and procedures, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved.
CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW
Administers one or more aspects of Library operations and coordinates Library services.
Assists faculty, students, and librarians in order to evaluate needs and locate appropriate materials on a timely basis
Participates in acquiring materials in all formats and media
Reviews Library usage patterns and makes recommendations regarding services; plans and conducts training and outreach activities
Assists in developing and monitoring Library policies and user service standards
May oversee a Library unit such as Circulation, Access/User Services, Reserve, Stack Maintenance, and/or Acquisitions
Supervises and/or trains staff, students, and others assigned to the Library
Performs related duties as assigned.
CUNY TITLE
Higher Education Assistant
FLSA
Exempt
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
HOW TO APPLY
From our job posting system (CUNY.Jobs) select “Apply Now,” create or log in to a user account, and provide the requested information. If you are viewing this posting from outside our system, access the employment page on our web site (CUNY.jobs) and search for this vacancy using the Job ID (24396) or Title (Archivist and Special Collections Specialist). Upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information of three professional references (as one document) by the closing date.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups.
Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity.
EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
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Job posted to this site on May 18th at 7:31am
Head of Library Technology and Innovation (71101) at Pratt Institute
Full Time
Head of Library Technology and Innovation (71101)
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Description:
The Pratt Institute Libraries are seeking a creative, collaborative, and service-oriented colleague to lead their Technology Department. Reporting to the Library Director, the Head of Library Technology & Innovation leads the Libraries' Technology Department and provides technology leadership, management, budgetary oversight, and long-term strategy in support of the Libraries' mission to provide access to a resource-rich environment that facilitates critical thinking and creative teaching. The Head supervises the unit's Library Systems Administrator and student employees (including Graduate Assistants) and leads a cross-departmental Libraries' Technology Team to collectively focus on library-wide initiatives such as circulating equipment, building a robust web presence, and making online resources discoverable. The Library Technology Department collaborates with library staff, faculty, and institutional IT toward the development of innovative services, interfaces, and applications. This senior-level position sits on the Libraries' Management Team.
This position will lead our technology efforts to pioneer the next stage of technology evolution in the Libraries. Major projects on the horizon include an Integrated Library System (ILS) migration, implementation of best practices in digital preservation, evaluating open-source platform opportunities, development of open educational resources, and the development of an institutional repository to share Pratt authorship.
On a typical day you will be required to:
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Supervise the library systems administrator and student employees to ensure systems integrity for the libraries' 24/7 mission-critical systems and networks. This includes installing, maintaining, security, and troubleshooting.
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Manage the Libraries' systems budget supporting new and continuing technologies, software, and web-based applications or services.
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Liaise with the Institute's IT and other campus stakeholders for planning system maintenance, strategizing new campus-wide technologies, and implementing institutional technology priorities.
The Pratt Institute Libraries support the research and education of approximately 4,800 undergraduate and graduate students across campuses in Brooklyn and Manhattan. The Libraries provide research support to students, faculty, staff, and visiting scholars pursuing teaching and learning in areas of art, design, architecture, information studies, writing, and other fields of academic inquiry and creative work.
Salary is $90k + generous benefits
Qualifications:
Education: Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program concentrated in Information Science, Information Technology, or related field.
Experience: 3-5 years of experience in information technology management in an academic library or similar organization. Experience in a variety of web scripting languages and standards (e.g. JavaScript, jQuery, XML, JSON, PHP, Python, HTML, CSS). Demonstrated intercultural competence and ability to work effectively in a diverse community while centering equitable and inclusive practices.
Required Skills:
• A strong service orientation with the ability to foster a collegial, collaborative work environment, and maintain positive professional working relationships.
• The ability to work accurately and productively in a busy environment with many competing priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to set and modify work priorities independently with a high degree of initiative.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Skills:
• Familiarity with existing and emerging metadata standards, models, applications, and initiatives, such as BIBFRAME, EAD, RDF, XML, Dublin Core, VRACore, PB Core, PREMIS, OAI-PmH and linked data.
• Working knowledge of databases and querying. (e.g. MySQL.)
• Familiarity or knowledge of WCAG 2.0
• Awareness of cyber security standards and methodologies
For campus access requirements related to COVID, click https://www.pratt.edu/coronavirus/campus-access/
Pratt Institute gives the creative leaders of tomorrow the knowledge and experience to make a better world. A top-ranked college with opportunities in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The Institute’s impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, an additional historic building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, PrattMWP College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. Since its founding in 1887, Pratt has prioritized diversity and inclusion, welcoming students from all walks of life while developing and sustaining pathways to more equitable workplaces and careers. Today, Pratt and its exceptional faculty pride themselves on being academically excellent as well as adaptable to both in-person and online learning. Pratt students are part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary, research- and inquiry-based education that prepares them for professional and personal success in creative fields and with the goal of contributing to a more just and sustainable world. With a long-held commitment to the communities of New York, Pratt offers a variety of programs for local pre-college and continuing education students in the Pratt Center for Community Development, the Center for Art, Design and Community Engagement, the Pratt Center K-12, and the School for Continuing and Professional Studies. The value of a Pratt education is evident in its graduates' diverse and thriving careers, where their designs, art, work, and environments have reimagined our world. In over 75 countries across the globe, Pratt’s 61,000 alumni are advancing the creative economy and making a positive impact through their remarkable work and research.
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Job posted to this site on May 17th at 12:58pm
Systems Librarian 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 almost twenty-three 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 creative, pragmatic, and insightful individual to become our Systems Librarian. Primary responsibilities include the management of the shared integrated library system and discovery layer as well as coordinating metadata remediation projects, generating and maintaining customized reports, training staff, creating and maintaining documentation, and troubleshooting. The successful candidate can see both the forest and the trees, and will be able to balance system-wide implications with a detail-oriented focus and perspective.
The Systems Librarian 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 Librarian will work closely with department members, as well as the Center’s Information Technology department, vendors, and stakeholders in the Center and Partner community to ensure that the physical, digital, and electronic holdings available at the Center are discoverable and accurately described.
The salary range for this position is between $62,000 and up to $70,000, based on experience.
Responsibilities:
Oversees the maintenance of library systems, technologies, and software related to the description and discovery of the physical and digital holdings of the Partners and Center.
Develops and refines workflows to effectively describe physical and digital holdings within Center library systems and externally in OCLC products.
Troubleshoots application and software problems in collaboration with Center’s Information Technology department and colleagues in Metadata and Discovery Services.
Collects statistics for systems usage to assist with future resource allocation, identifying trends in use of systems, improving the description of resources, and gap analysis.
Utilizes and tests a variety of software tools to extract and manipulate data from various sources.
Cooperates in the development, creation, promotion, and assessment of system-based policies and best practices.
Required Qualifications:
Master’s in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited library school.
3-5 years’ experience working within Integrated Library Systems and other library systems software in a special library setting.
Strong background in cataloging and knowledge of descriptive standards (like MARC, AACR2, DACS, RDA, Dublin Core), authorities, and tools (like OCLC Connexion, Cataloger’s Desktop, and MarcEdit).
Commitment to programmatic and systems-based solutions for correcting and optimizing description across library systems.
Expertise in organizing and manipulating data using spreadsheet applications, like Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or OpenRefine.
Basic competency in UNIX, SQL queries, Python, and/or Perl.
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Capable of fostering a collaborative environment and developing diplomatic, adaptable approaches to shared library systems.
Comfort balancing daily and strategic, longer-term systems-based projects and priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with Ex Libris library systems products, such as Aleph, Primo, or Rosetta.
Comprehension of and comfort with descriptive metadata across library systems, including ability to crosswalk data from different formats.
Understanding of database construction and architecture.
Previous experience working in a multilingual environment with bibliographic knowledge in at least one of the following languages (in addition to English): 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 by June 1, 2022. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. No phone calls please.
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Job posted to this site on May 17th at 10:16am
Developer at Center for Jewish History
Freelance
The Center for Jewish History seeks an experienced freelance Windows developer to assist with scripting the automation of two distinct workflows related to the preservation and conversion of digital files. The development work is projected to take up to 50 hours at a rate of $50/hour to complete and test the two new automated workflows. Successful candidates should have experience using Amazon Web Services APIs specific to Glacier and familiarity with software/applications like ImageMagick for reformatting files. To apply for the temporary development opportunity at the Center, please send a brief introductory letter explaining your suitability for the automation projects, your resume, and a list of references familiar with your experience as a developer.
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Job posted to this site on May 16th at 1:38pm
Research Services Librarian at New York Medical College
Full Time
Overview
The Research Services Librarian empowers users to conduct research and teaches and works with students, faculty, staff and residents in research matters. Reporting to the Associate Director, USER Services, responsibilities include but are not limited to: partnering with researchers, expert searching and participation on systematic review teams, reference services, technical support, web content delivery, data visualization and data management support, instruction and outreach, special projects, and assigned liaison responsibilities with academic departments. The incumbent is expected to participate in varied aspects of the library’s operations through work on committees. We will accept a recent graduate who is willing to learn about research at an academic health sciences institution. We expect some of the hours to be remote, but the applicant will be expected to work partially in-person and must live or relocate within commuting distance.
Responsibilities
Provides leadership in the design and delivery of library research services;
Recommends appropriate use of new and emerging technologies and initiatives;
Teaches instructional workshops, classes, orientations and one-on-one consultations related to the position and the use of library resources, data visualization and management, the research cycle, and the library and its services;
Develops high-quality teaching materials for classes and online instruction;
Guides users in discovering, using, and evaluating resources;
Works as a member of the reference team;
Acts as liaison to multiple academic departments;
Creates web pages (LibGuides) related to research, library services and resources;
Utilizes appropriate communication tools and social media to deliver messages and information to users;
Performs searches for users and promotes the library’s role in systematic review teams;
Participates in ongoing learning and professional development relevant to position responsibilities and delivery of services and programs;
Exhibits continuous improvement of subject knowledge, resources, and technology.
Qualifications
Required:
Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school;
Knowledge of and experience in research;
Knowledge of and experience using reference resources, Internet resources, and other electronic products;
Strong interpersonal skills, a public services orientation, demonstrated written and spoken communication skills, and question negotiation skills. Ability to work in a team environment;
Ability to initiate and manage projects effectively, with attention to detail;
Desire and ability to continuously improve skills and knowledge level;
Strong computer skills, LibApps, bibliographic management software such as EndNote, MS Office software, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc;
Demonstrated ability to make innovative use of technology in library services and communications.
Preferred:
Reference and instructional experience in a health sciences library, preferably academic;
Educational or experiential background in the pre-clinical or health sciences;
Knowledge of sources of health sciences information, evidence-based practice, and critical appraisal of resources;
Fluency in the use of biostatistics and statistical software and/or willingness to develop these skills in support of the curriculum;
Proficiency in data visualization
Touro College and University System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and is committed to ensuring a productive and non-discriminatory work environment in compliance with the Higher Education Act and Amendments, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Violence Against Women Act (“VAWA”), the New York State Education Law, New York Human Rights Law and other applicable laws. It is the policy of the Touro College and University System to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Job posted to this site on May 14th at 9:26am
Librarian I at Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library
Full Time
Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library - Librarian I
*FILING FEE: * A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION FEE OF $15 MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION* Check or money order payable to City Comptroller accepted. Include examination number on your check. Credit cards are accepted for online payments. See general instructions regarding exceptions to the fee requirement. Applicants whose personal checks are returned for insufficient funds will be charged an additional fee.
LAST FILING DATE: Applications must be received no later than close of business (4:30 PM) May 26, 2022.
VACANCIES: The list will be used to fill vacancies as they occur at the Roswell P. Flower Memorial Library.
SALARY: $48,302 - $60,438
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: There is no residency requirement for this examination.
DUTIES OF THE POSITION: This position involves responsibility for basic level librarian duties. The Librarian I may serve as the head of a functional area of the library such as Teen Space, Genealogy, or the Children’s area. Employees in this class are expected to perform specific applications of professional duties under the general supervision of the Library Director. Performs related work as required . A complete job description is available from the Civil Service Commission.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Master’s Degree in Library Science from a library that is accredited by the American Library Association. These requirements must be met on or before the date of the exam.
Salary and Benefits: $48,302-$60,438 NYS retirement and optional health, vision, and dental insurance
How to apply: https://watertown-portal.mycivilservice.com/exams
About the library: Flower Memorial Library is located in Watertown NY and serves a population of over 24,000 citizens.
Link to the job on the library's website: https://www.flowermemoriallibrary.org/we-are-hiring/
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Job posted to this site on May 11th at 4:29pm
Part-Time Librarian (Evening), Library West at School of Visual Arts
Part Time
Hours: 21-25 hours per week
Department: Library
Reports To: Librarian, Library West
Position Overview: In conjunction with the full-time Librarian, responsible for managing SVA’s branch library (Library West). Provide reference, instruction, and circulation services. Support event programming. Work with technical services on special cataloging assignments.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage the service desk and provide reference support in-person, email, chat.
Oversee evening events and initiate programming (i.e. game nights, screenings, and passive programming).
Assist in collection maintenance including shelf reading and display.
Contribute to the training and supervision of student workers.
Monitor the computers, printers, scanners, and A/V systems, troubleshooting when possible, escalating to the SVA Help Desk when necessary.
Teach evening library instruction classes as needed.
Coordinate with Technical Services to execute special cataloging projects.
Promote library resources and services via departmental representative program.
Contribute to library acquisitions as part of the collection development team.
Create Library research guides.
Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:
M.L.S from ALA-accredited institution.
Independent, self-motivated worker with ability to set priorities, multitask, and exercise consistent good judgment.
Highly responsible and punctual.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Experience with an Integrated Library System (ILS).
Knowledge of cataloging processes and techniques, and familiarity with basic cataloging standards.
Reference and instruction experience preferred.
Knowledge of and interest in tabletop and video gaming preferred.
Some supervisory experience preferred.
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Job posted to this site on May 11th at 3:36pm
Collections Librarian at The University Club
Full Time
COLLECTIONS LIBRARIAN
The University Club is a prestigious private club in NYC- offering unparalleled services to members - from gracious dining, luxurious accommodations and a variety of social events, to extensive athletic facilities and the world’s largest and finest club library. We are looking for an experienced Collections Librarian to join our team.
Job Summary
The Collections Librarian assumes primary responsibility for the creation, organization and maintenance of all of the Library’s bibliographic records in order to maximize the usefulness to members of the Library’s Web-based online catalog and to insure the availability to members of print, eBook and audiobook resources, and also performs acquisitions, Inter-Library Loan (ILL), reference, research and record-keeping activities relating to the Library and its services, as well as other responsibilities indicated below or assigned by the Library Director. An MLS or MSLIS degree and 2+ years professional library experience is preferred.
Job Duties
Acquisitions and Deaccessions: The Collections Librarian recommends for purchase and, after Library and Art Committee approval acquires and processes all books (both print and eBook/Audiobook) added to the Library both as part of current acquisitions and for retrospective collection enhancement and replacement of worn or missing volumes, and also deaccessions works which are no longer considered necessary for the collection.
Cataloging: The Collections Librarian creates—through a combination of online resources and original input—bibliographic records for every title that comes into the collection (in both print and eBook/Audiobook format), whether through purchase or gift, and updates those records should changes in status occur.
Donations: The Collections Librarian takes primary responsibility for reviewing all unrestricted gifts in kind offered and received by the Library in order to determine which materials, if any, will be added to the collection, which will be offered in the Library book sale, and which will be discarded. Materials added are cataloged and processed as acquisitions (see above).
Record Keeping: In addition to bibliographic records (see above) the Collections Librarian maintains records of Library Associates membership and prepares reports and mailing lists as needed using an interface with the Club’s membership database.
Member Services, Support and Advisory: The Collections Librarian works with members seeking assistance with reference and research queries, as well as providing readers advisory services for members seeking recommendations and reading suggestions in a variety of subject areas. Assistance is also provided to members using the public-access computers in the Library.
Outreach: The Collections Librarian is involved in outreach services both to members of The University Club, and to the general community of librarians. This includes such activities as the preparation of exhibitions of Library materials, writing articles for Library and Club publications, attendance at relevant professional meetings, and participation in an informal group of Club Librarians who meet to discuss matters of mutual interest.
Current Awareness: The Collections Librarian maintains a familiarity with trends and changes in Library cataloging and circulation practices in order to assure that The University Club Library remains up-to-date in these areas.
Vendor Liaison: Collections Librarian interacts regularly with the providers of several online services used by the Library, both to insure up-to-date knowledge of the system, and to act as the Library’s “point person” in interactions with those vendors, including enhancement requests, reports of system problems, and, where needed, customization of systems to accommodate the special requirements of The University Club Library.
Other Responsibilities:
· Reviews invoices relating to book acquisitions to assure that all materials have been received and that invoices are ready for payment
· Assists library users seeking assistance
· Creates temporary signage for special information that must be imparted to members on a short-term basis
· Assists with checking in members at Library events, and with other aspects of carrying out such events
· Makes regular “rounds” of the library to be certain that all is in order.
Requirements
Accredited MLS or MSLIS degree
Familiarity with OCLC
2+ years’ experience in cataloging preferred but not required
Benefits:
Major medical, Dental and Visions
Vacation, Personal, Holidays and Sick days
STD and LTD Disability coverage
401K with club contribution
Complimentary cafeteria
Holiday Bonus
The University Club is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status
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Job posted to this site on May 11th at 1:56pm
Assistant Professor - Reader Services Librarian at Kingsborough Community College, City University of New York
Full Time
FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The Department of Library at Kingsborough Community College is seeking self-motivated candidates for Reader Services Librarian. The Reader Services Librarian in collaboration with colleagues, serves as a reference librarian, develops and delivers instructional classes, and participates in collection development in one or more subject areas. Supports the library through providing in-depth consultation with students and faculty and collaboration for the on-going improvement of institutional programs and practices. Pursues an active scholarly agenda, performs supervisory dutites, and participates in college and university-wide programs and committees, as assigned. The librarian will attend forums, professional development workshops, and other faculty and/or college-wide programs as a participant and representative of the library faculty. The successful candidate will also be assigned additional professional tasks according to individual strengths and experience. Candidate must demonstrate and maintain a record of excellence in librarianship, scholarly achievement and service for reappointment, tenure and promotion. Serves on Library, College and University committees. The work schedule during an academic year includes regular evening rotations and some weekends.
For more information, see the Robert J. Kibbee Library website at https://www.kbcc.cuny.edu/kcclibrary
Candidates will be required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Exemption (medical or religious) requests to this requirement will be considered in accordance with applicable law. Being fully vaccinated is defined for this purpose as being at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. Final candidates must be fully vaccinated as of their first day of employment. All CUNY employees must reside within a commutable distance to their campus.
QUALIFICATIONS
Master's in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution, with a second graduate degree required. Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.
COMPENSATION
$51,242- $97,580. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID 24414 or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.
CLOSING DATE
June 10, 2022
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
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Job posted to this site on May 11th at 1:56pm
Library Administrative Assistant PT at Adelphi University
Part Time
The Administrative Assistant’s primary responsibility is to provide excellent service to the Adelphi community. They will consistently demonstrate a strong commitment to service within the context of the mission of the library and the University. This includes knowledge of policies and procedures, participating in service development, and working knowledge of both online and physical resources. Additional responsibilities include processing of all User Service related requests (ex. Fulfillment, Reading Lists, Connect NY and Interlibrary Borrowing etc.). Administrative Assistant will adapt to meet the evolving needs of students, faculty and administration.
Our union positions have excellent benefits including Tuition Remission for the employee, spouse and dependent children. A pre-employment assessment on Microsoft Word and or Excel will be conducted.
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Job posted to this site on May 11th at 10:07am
Head of Library Technology and Innovation at Pratt Institute Libraries
Full Time
The Pratt Institute Libraries are seeking a creative, collaborative, and service-oriented colleague to lead their Technology Department. Reporting to the Library Director, the Head of Library Technology & Innovation leads the Libraries’ Technology Department and provides technology leadership, management, budgetary oversight, and long-term strategy in support of the Libraries’ mission to provide access to a resource-rich environment that facilitates critical thinking and creative teaching. The Head supervises the unit’s Library Systems Administrator and student employees (including Graduate Assistants) and leads a cross-departmental Libraries’ Technology Team to collectively focus on library-wide initiatives such as circulating equipment, building a robust web presence, and making online resources discoverable. The Library Technology Department collaborates with library staff, faculty, and institutional IT toward the development of innovative services, interfaces, and applications. This senior-level position sits on the Libraries’ Management Team.
This position will lead our technology efforts to pioneer the next stage of technology evolution in the Libraries. Major projects on the horizon include an Integrated Library System (ILS) migration, implementation of best practices in digital preservation, evaluating open-source platform opportunities, development of open educational resources, and the development of an institutional repository to share Pratt authorship.
On a typical day you will be required to:
Supervise the library systems administrator and student employees to ensure systems integrity for the libraries’ 24/7 mission-critical systems and networks. This includes installing, maintaining, security, and troubleshooting.
Manage the Libraries’ systems budget supporting new and continuing technologies, software, and web-based applications or services.
Liaise with the Institute’s IT and other campus stakeholders for planning system maintenance, strategizing new campus-wide technologies, and implementing institutional technology priorities.
The Pratt Institute Libraries support the research and education of approximately 4,800 undergraduate and graduate students across campuses in Brooklyn and Manhattan. The Libraries provide research support to students, faculty, staff, and visiting scholars pursuing teaching and learning in areas of art, design, architecture, information studies, writing, and other fields of academic inquiry and creative work.
Salary is $90k + generous benefits
Qualifications
Education: Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program concentrated in Information Science, Information Technology, or related field.
Experience: 3-5 years of experience in information technology management in an academic library or similar organization. Experience in a variety of web scripting languages and standards (e.g. JavaScript, jQuery, XML, JSON, PHP, Python, HTML, CSS). Demonstrated intercultural competence and ability to work effectively in a diverse community while centering equitable and inclusive practices.
Required Skills:
A strong service orientation with the ability to foster a collegial, collaborative work environment, and maintain positive professional working relationships.
The ability to work accurately and productively in a busy environment with many competing priorities.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to set and modify work priorities independently with a high degree of initiative.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Skills:
Familiarity with existing and emerging metadata standards, models, applications, and initiatives, such as BIBFRAME, EAD, RDF, XML, Dublin Core, VRACore, PB Core, PREMIS, OAI-PmH and linked data.
Working knowledge of databases and querying. (e.g. MySQL.)
Familiarity or knowledge of WCAG 2.0
Awareness of cyber security standards and methodologies
For campus access requirements related to COVID, click here
Pratt Institute gives the creative leaders of tomorrow the knowledge and experience to make a better world. A top-ranked college with opportunities in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The Institute’s impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, an additional historic building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, PrattMWP College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. Since its founding in 1887, Pratt has prioritized diversity and inclusion, welcoming students from all walks of life while developing and sustaining pathways to more equitable workplaces and careers. Today, Pratt and its exceptional faculty pride themselves on being academically excellent as well as adaptable to both in-person and online learning. Pratt students are part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary, research- and inquiry-based education that prepares them for professional and personal success in creative fields and with the goal of contributing to a more just and sustainable world. With a long-held commitment to the communities of New York, Pratt offers a variety of programs for local pre-college and continuing education students in the Pratt Center for Community Development, the Center for Art, Design and Community Engagement, the Pratt Center K-12, and the School for Continuing and Professional Studies. The value of a Pratt education is evident in its graduates' diverse and thriving careers, where their designs, art, work, and environments have reimagined our world. In over 75 countries across the globe, Pratt’s 61,000 alumni are advancing the creative economy and making a positive impact through their remarkable work and research.
Application Instructions
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position. The cover letter should be submitted alongside your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position, outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position, and describe your leadership philosophy. If you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to provide three references via our on-line reference tool system. References should be people who are knowledgeable about your qualifications and/or suitability for this position and may include teachers, professors, or fellow employees, but at least one of them must be or have been, a direct supervisor.
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Job posted to this site on May 10th at 12:51pm
Interlibrary Loan Technical Assistant at St. John's University
Full Time
Under the supervision of the Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Librarian, performs library work related to interlibrary borrowing and lending. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the day-to-day processing of materials using ILLiad software or other related software and OCLC Discovery within the Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Department. Completes other department projects as assigned. May be responsible for supervision of student workers.
Essential Functions:
Uses Illiad Resource Sharing Management software (or it's equivalent) to process all aspects of interlibrary loan requests for lending and borrowing.
Responds to ILL injuries.
Performs searches for materials in an integrated library system and correctly interprets bibliographic data.
Finds and retrieves books, periodicals and other materials using the Library of Congress Classification System.
Scans documents for electronic delivery.
Packs and labels ILL items, and carries outgoing packages to mailboxes.
Inputs data into Deluxe online delivery system for mail items shipping via Deluxe (courier system).
Processes incoming materials by generating appropriate slips and labels and notifying customer of loan arrival.
Monitors department email and voicemail and responds promptly to communications.
Communicates with borrowers and lenders as needed to ensure correct and timely interlibrary loan processing.
Assists library patrons as needed.
Participates in hiring and training of student assistants and provides daily supervision.
Prepares interlibrary loan invoices for payment and maintains records.
Assists in the development and maintenance of policies and procedures documentation for staff and student workers.
Performs other work as needed.
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Job posted to this site on May 10th at 9:25am
Information Literacy Librarian at Dominican College
Full Time
Dominican College, located 20 miles north of New York City in Rockland County, seeks an enthusiastic candidate with a strong orientation toward student-centered service to fill the role of Assistant Librarian for Information Literacy.
Reporting to the College’s Head Librarian, the Assistant Librarian works in close collaboration with Library staff and College faculty to actively coordinate, integrate, implement, promote and assess information literacy services and initiatives for the College. Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to:
Coordinate and advocate for information literacy initiatives across the College.
Serve as liaison to academic departments and collaborate with them to provide information literacy instruction.
Mentor colleagues in information literacy pedagogy and delivery
Help integrate information literacy into the ‘Dominican Curriculum’ gen ed curriculum
Deliver reference/research services
Serve as coordinator of the Learning Commons
Hire, train, and supervise Library paraprofessional staff and work-study students
Assist with collection management
Other duties as assigned
Hours: During the Academic Semesters: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm; hours may vary during exam periods
Requirements: The successful candidate will have an ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent graduate LIS degree. This individual should have supervisory experience and excellent communication, interpersonal and technology skills. The candidate should demonstrate a learner-centered approach to assisting library users and a vision for information literacy and teaching in an evolving library environment. A commitment to developing and maintaining familiarity with current and emerging trends in information literacy is a must. This position teaches, assists and mentors a diverse student population and candidates whose lived experiences reflect our students’, are especially encouraged to apply. Two years of experience, preferably in an academic library and experience in instruction preferred.
Dominican College is a private institution with approximately 2,000 students and 400 faculty and staff. Our heritage stresses the humanistic value of a Liberal Arts education, a commitment to social justice, and a strong belief in the need for integrity and community engagement, all in the service of preparing students to reach their potential as responsible citizens who enrich the world in which we live.
Qualified candidates should email their cover letter and CV to: m.schaub@dc.edu
Dominican College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to excellence through equity and inclusion, and, in this spirit, particularly welcomes applications from members of historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected category in accordance with applicable law.
AA/EOE
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Job posted to this site on May 9th at 4:06pm
Manager, Permissions and Reproduction Services at The New York Public Library
Full Time
Overview
The New York Public Library is one of the world’s great public research libraries. Its research centers provide opportunities for engagement with in-depth and unique collections, inspirational reading rooms, exhibitions, programs, and a range of research services. Research Services, part of the Collections and Research Services Department, facilitates discovery and use of the collections by developing responsive programs and services for a diverse group of users, working to provide a consistent and integrated user experience for print and digital collections, and partnering across institutions to more effectively provide access to the broadest range of research materials. The department coordinates the development and assessment of collaborative institutional partnerships, research services and discovery systems that position the Library as a vital resource to support learning, creativity, scholarship, and enterprise.
Reporting to the Associate Director for Research Services and Institutional Partnerships, the Manager for Permissions and Reproduction Services oversees the collections reproduction request process, negotiates licenses for the digitization of the Research collections by third-party vendors, and supports the Associate Director and the Collections department in aligning permissions policies with the Library’s overall user services goals. We seek a service-oriented manager with strong organizational and time-management skills, knowledge of best practices in reproduction services, and a commitment to excellence in public service.
Key Responsibilities
Oversees a service-driven unit providing access to the research collections through public orders and third party digitization
Develops and implements user-focused policies and procedures for the duplication and use of reproductions of the Library’s research collections, including print materials, special collections, microfilm, audio and moving image, and digital assets
Reviews all duplication requests and works closely with the Digital Research Division (Media Preservation Services, Media Preservation Labs, Metadata Services Unit, Digital Imaging Services, Digital Preservation, Digital Archives, Copyright and Information Policy) to arrange for permissions clearance, digitization of collections and delivery of digital files
Processes reproduction requests for digital images, book scans, and audio moving image materials
Maintains a high level of customer service in communications with patrons about all parts of the permissions and reproductions process
Collaborates with Collections and Research Services staff and curators across the research libraries to evaluate and manage proposals for third-party digitization of Library research collections
Contributes to the development of the Library’s strategy around digital collections and open access
Negotiates licensing fees and royalties, and prepares licenses for reproductions of the Library’s in-copyright collections
Collaborates with colleagues in Earned Revenue and Visitor Experience around requests and royalties for NYPL brand licensing
Reviews and approves invoices through Freshbooks, and manages the department’s budget
Prepares reports on the department’s activity to aid decision making around Library digitization priorities
Maintains the department’s public-facing documentation including pricing schedule, forms and web pages
Supervises a small staff responsible for processing reproduction requests
Required Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree and substantial experience with rights management, digital project management, or contracts negotiation
At least 3 years of experience negotiating contracts and licenses, preferably in a library or similar environment
3-5 years of public or customer service experience
1-3 years of supervisory experience
Experience managing budgets
Required Skills
Demonstrated understanding of copyright and licensing in the library service context
Successfully demonstrated experience in the areas of project or resource management
Experience developing and implementing new policies and workflows
Successfully demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with staff across departments
Demonstrated commitment to excellence in public service
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in a related field
Experience using Freshbooks or other payment management system
Experience working with digital asset management systems
Please Note: Effective August 2, 2021, absent a qualifying exception for medical or religious reasons, newly hired employees of the New York Public Library must present proof of receipt of a COVID-19 vaccination and may not begin employment at the Library until 14 days after their receipt of their second dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines or 14 days after their first dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Newly hired employees who need additional time to receive their vaccination prior to their start date may request an adjournment of their start date with their hiring manager. The Library will consider such requests on a case by case basis, depending upon the Library’s operational needs, among other factors. The Library will further consider exemptions for prospective employees who cannot become vaccinated due to a qualifying medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief or practice. Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment and who seek a medical or religious exemption to the Library’s vaccination policy will be provided with additional instructions at the time of the conditional offer.
Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
Be Resourceful in solving problems
Be Curious in all aspects of your work
Be Welcoming and Inclusive
Physical Duties
May require travel within NYC
Physical Required?
No
Union/Non Union
Non-Union
FLSA Status
Exempt
Schedule
35 hours per week, Monday through Friday 9am - 5pm
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Job posted to this site on May 9th at 4:05pm
Acquisitions and Collections Librarian at Seton Hall University Libraries
Full Time
The successful candidate will oversee and manage all aspects of the full life cycle of print and electronic library resources and collaborate with the Assistant Dean for Information Technologies and Collections Services, library faculty and staff, to ensure electronic and physical collections are accurately represented on the shelves and in integrated library systems. The successful candidate will supervise and mentor a team of three staff members. This is a tenure track position; an additional graduate degree, scholarship, and service are required for consideration for tenure.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Fiscal Planning: Ensure the effective and appropriate use of funds in a materials budget over $2 million. Create and maintain budget strategies for the general collection, new gifts and resources, integration of ILL and acquisition workflows, and shifting funds to meet changing collection needs.
• Acquisitions: Supervise daily operations for firm and standing order acquisitions in print and electronic formats. Serve as primary liaison with vendors regarding the potential purchase and renewal of electronic resources. Ensure invoices submitted for payment in a timely manner. Track expenditures, vendor payments, encumbrances, and status of orders.
• License Management: Negotiate and formalize resource licensing agreements that include favorable pricing and licensing terms. Work with the electronic resources librarian to manage and maintain smooth access to electronic resources. Monitor service contracts and license agreements.
• Collection Development: Lead the analysis and development of the physical and electronic collections. Guide the University Libraries’ Collection Development Committee. Oversee an efficient and effective selection and processing of materials in all formats. Work collegially with the access services librarian and other library faculty, staff, donors, consortia, publishers, and vendors.
• Cataloging/metadata: Oversee the full range of cataloging functions. Develop and implement efficient workflows for maintenance of bibliographic, holdings, and item records. Manage workflow for original and difficult cataloging records with subject matter experts.
Required Qualifications:
• MLS or equivalent from an ALA Accredited institution.
• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in an academic library or 1-3 years’ experience working with library finances.
• Commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion in our workplace and in the systems, services, and collections we build.
• Demonstrated skills: Strong negotiation skills. Meticulous, organized, ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively under deadlines.
• Strong people skills. Ability to build relationships, lead teams and committees and embrace change and foster innovation. Excellent communication skills (listening, speaking and writing).
• Ability to produce accurate statistics and reports.
• Commitment to supporting the Mission of the University and servant leadership (the servant-leader shares power, puts the needs of others first and helps people develop and perform as highly as possible).
Desired Qualifications:
• Knowledge of accounting principles as relates to academic libraries.
• Previous experience working with electronic resource management systems such as OCLC WorldShare Management system.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience negotiating contracts and electronic resource licenses, including a basic understanding of licensing and copyright issues.
• Knowledge of monographic and electronic acquisitions and serials processing, including management of resource records, vendor tracking, licensing terms and other account and subscription information.
• A basic knowledge of cataloging; understanding of MARC, Dublin Core.
• The position as described is neither comprehensive nor exhaustive. University Libraries is aware that additional knowledge, skills, and abilities may meet the needs of the position, and we encourage all prospective applicants who meet the basic requirements to apply. We strongly encourage diverse applicants, including, but not limited to race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or veteran status.
Salary Grade:
FA01 - Faculty
Exempt/Nonexempt:
Exempt
Physical Demands:
General Office Environment
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please provide contact information for 3 professional references.
Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and the principles of affirmative action.
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Job posted to this site on May 9th at 9:31am
Children's Services Librarian at Ridgefield Library
Full Time
The Ridgefield Library in beautiful Ridgefield, CT, seeks an energetic, creative, detail-oriented team player to begin year-round full-time employment as the Children’s Services Librarian in our outstanding Children’s Services Department. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for serving children ages 0-12 and their families and caregivers.
This position provides direct patron service through Readers’ Advisory and Reference Services assistance and instruction in Library resources; develops and leads original programming; supports Library programming and service initiatives; orders and maintains a significant portion of the Children’s collection; develops book lists and displays; maintains communication with the town’s Library Media Specialists; and supports the successful operation of the Children’s Services Department and the Library overall.
Physical requirements include ability to lift up to 40 pounds and ability to push and pull objects weighing up to 80 pounds on wheels. MLS or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience required. Starting salary range is $50,000 to $55,000 depending on experience with a generous benefits package including paid time off, health coverage, and 401K retirement plan with organizational matching. This is a full-time position scheduled for 35 hours per week, including some evening and weekend hours. Detailed job description available here. Please email cover letter and resume to Laura Zolotorofe, Administrative Assistant/Facilities Manager, LAZolo@ridgefieldlibrary.org Position open until filled.
Ridgefield is the first town in the State of Connecticut to receive the designation of having a “Cultural District.” The Cultural District has an expansive yet walkable downtown area with many exceptional cultural wonders, both for profit and nonprofit. The Ridgefield Library is within the designated Cultural District.
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Job posted to this site on May 7th at 8:09am
Information Management Specialist at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Full Time
Working at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York positions you at the center of the financial world with a unique perspective on national and international markets and economies. You will work in an environment with a diverse group of experienced professionals to foster and support the safety, soundness, and vitality of our economic and financial systems.
The Bank believes in work flexibility to balance the demands of work and life while also connecting and collaborating with our colleagues in person. Employees can expect to be in the office a couple of days per week as needed for meetings and team collaboration and should live within a commutable distance.
What we do:
Research Information Services (RIS) provides information and data support to the Bank’s Research economists for their policy projects, Bank work, and scholarly publishing.
This role is core to providing knowledge services, cataloging and collection management of print and digital material. Reporting to the Head of Research Information Services, you will be responsible for streamlining access to digital content, evolving and maintaining the RIS intranet site, and delivering knowledge services and collection management within the Research Information Services team.
Your role as an Information Management Specialist:
Execute an end-to-end process for identification, acquisition, tagging and cataloging, retrieving, synthesizing, and sharing data and information for 2nd District business purposes.
Provide knowledge services by indexing NY Fed work products in repositories for broader scholarly dissemination.
Support Group, Bank, and System efforts to systematically ensure value is leveraged through discovery and sharing of collected, created, and contracted information as permitted.
Fulfill research requests to support Research economists’ business and develop bespoke alerting services, internal information products, trackers, and databases.
Advises in developing policies, best practices, and strategies to enhance information management and services, and adhere to industry standards.
Participate in and lead System workgroups and integrate System requirements into the broader Information Management initiatives.
What we are looking for:
Aptitude at leveraging information hierarchies, meta data, and technology to support the design of tools for digital content and to evolve the RIS intranet site.
Proficient with commercial cataloging tools, indexing and abstracting standards and methodologies.
Experience conducting financial or economic searches, thinking critically, in support of ad hoc reference requests.
Strong collaboration skills.
Experience with commercial news service, such as Factiva and Lexis-Nexis.
Familiarity with financial and economic data products, such as Bloomberg, Eikon, Capital IQ.
Application Deadline: Monday, May 23, 2022
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Benefits:
Our organization offers benefits that are the best fit for you at every stage of your career:
Fully paid Pension plan and 401k with Generous Match
Comprehensive Insurance Plans (Medical, Dental and Vision including Flexible Spending Accounts and HSA)
Subsidized Public Transportation Program
Tuition Assistance Program
Onsite Fitness & Wellness Center
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Candidates must undergo an enhanced background check and will be tested for all controlled substances prohibited by federal law, to include marijuana.
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York is committed to a diverse workforce and to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, or military service.
The successful candidate must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and receive a booster shot within 30 days of being eligible to do so, unless the Bank grants an exemption based on a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief.
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, performance standards or requirements, efforts, skills or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change.
Touchstone Behaviors set clear expectations for leading with impact at every stage of our careers and aspire to achieve in our continued growth and development.
Communicate Authentically: Empathetically engage one another with direct and transparent dialogue and listening. Actively discuss viewpoints with respect and compassion in a timely and candid manner, taking into account verbal and nonverbal cues. Ask questions, learn from each other, and share information widely to move the Bank's work forward.
Collaborate Inclusively: Inspire a diverse and inclusive environment that empowers others to contribute meaningfully. Intentionally bring a diverse set of people together to achieve positive business results.
Drive Progress: Grow and adapt to changing priorities in the Bank. Experiment with new concepts and take appropriate risk to drive innovation. Remain curious and action oriented, navigating through ambiguity and uncertainty to drive outcomes.
Develop Others: Equitably champion, mentor, and develop others to grow professionally. Demonstrate vulnerability and empathy to create a trusted environment.
Take Ownership: Establish an environment of action and excellence by holding self and others accountable to execute to the highest standard.
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Job posted to this site on May 7th at 8:09am
Research Archives Intern at NYC LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Internship
The Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) is the largest municipal preservation agency in the nation. It is responsible for protecting New York City's architecturally, historically, and culturally significant buildings and sites by granting them landmark or historic district status and regulating them after designation. The agency is comprised of a panel of 11 commissioners who are appointed by the Mayor and supported by a staff of approximately 80 preservationists, researchers, architects, historians, attorneys, archaeologists, and administrative employees. There are more than 37,500 designated buildings and sites in New York City, most of which are located in 152 historic districts across in all five boroughs.
Working at the Landmarks Preservation Commission provides a great opportunity to cultivate intellectual inspiration and professional development.
Responsibilities
Research Department Archives
LPC is in the process of the consolidation and reorganization of archival material which requires an intern to move, arrange, and catalog items, label/document files and photographs, maintain and consolidate existing collections, rehouse materials, perform basic preservation activities, and appraise current collection holdings. The intern will also contribute to the development of an offsite storage strategy.
This position is part time, approximately 28 hours per week.
Qualification Requirements
Currently matriculated in a college or university graduate program pursuing an MLIS or an accredited Archival Studies Program.
Preferred Skills
The ideal candidate would have:
Some experience handling ephemera and processing analog and digital collections
Experience developing and writing finding aids
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach, detail oriented
Excellent research and data analysis skills
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
The ability to learn quickly and work independently
As of August 2, 2021, all new hires must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability. If you are offered city employment, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved by the hiring agency.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran's status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Job posted to this site on May 6th at 11:38am
Assistant Professor and Scholarly Communications Librarian at St. John's University Library
Full Time
Job Description
In its commitment to teaching, learning, scholarship and service in support of the University’s mission St. John’s University Libraries invites applications for a one-year non-tenured track appointment as the Scholarly Communications Librarian (SCL). Reporting to the University Librarian, the Scholarly Communications Librarian will support the scholarly communication endeavors of all faculty, researchers, students, staff, and librarians working. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting library-led initiatives including the development and/or updating of policies and procedures for as well as the implementation and management of the institutional repository, and the electronic theses and dissertations (ETD) program. The Scholarly Communications Librarian will provide leadership in the area of data curation on behalf of the Libraries and work with faculty researchers to identify, recruit, ingest and deposit data in the library’s digital repository. The SCL will play a role in significant outreach to the University community both to publicize and to develop robust content in the digital repository. Additional responsibilities would include the design and provision of, training workshops, online tutorials, help guides and web resources that support this effort. The Scholarly Communications Librarian will also be responsible for advising in areas related to digital publishing, copyright, intellectual property, and other emerging trends in digital scholarship. The one-year contract faculty position requires self-motivated and continual learning, and application of additional expertise in these and related areas.
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Job posted to this site on May 5th at 9:22am
Reference Librarian (Librarian II/Specialist II) at Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture
Full Time
Overview
Founded in 1925 and named a National Historic Landmark in 2017, the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture is one of the world’s leading cultural institutions devoted to the collection, preservation, and study of materials focused on African American, African Diaspora, and African experiences. The Schomburg Center, featuring diverse programming and collections spanning over 10 million items, has for over nine decades illuminated the richness of black history, arts, and experience worldwide. As a key part of one of the largest public library systems in the world, the Schomburg Center is committed to maximizing free and public access to its collections, exhibitions, educational activities, and much of its programming.
The Manuscripts, Archives and Rare Books Division enables researchers to work directly with original, rare, and unique source materials. Beginning with rare treasures from Arturo Alfonso Schomburg’s personal holdings, the collection has grown since Arturo Schomburg’s collection was acquired in 1926. Today, the Division holds more than 5,000 rare books, nearly 1,000 manuscript collections, and 15,000 pieces of sheet music and rare printed material, with more added annually.
The Librarian II/Specialist II is responsible for providing reference services in the Manuscripts, Archives and Rare Books Division. The reference librarian interfaces with the public and the research community, performing an important public service function within the Schomburg Center and the field itself. The reference librarian will work 35 hours per week to be scheduled between Monday and Saturday, 10:00am-6:00pm, and some evenings and weekends as required. Schedule is subject to change.
Librarians start at $55,027 per year and are eligible in 12 months for an increased salary of $60,574 based on successful job performance.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to Curator of Manuscripts, Archives and Rare Books, the Reference Librarian will:
Provide onsite reference and referral services, written and remote reference assistance, and subject expertise in the Manuscripts, Archives and Rare Books Division of the Schomburg Center
Provide in-depth research assistance to users via one-on-one consultations
Participate in outreach activities such as class visits, group presentations, and donor and membership tours
Update and create content for Web pages, user guides and training materials
Oversee the division’s reference reproduction services
Supervise Library Pages
Maintain a personal program of continuous education and professional development
Perform other duties as required
Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Experience
ALA-accredited Master’s degree in library, archival or information studies, or Master’s degree in liberal arts or humanities and successful completion of archival training
Required Skills
Knowledge of African American, African and African diaspora history
Demonstrated experience providing reference service in a library or archival repository
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Successfully demonstrated initiative, accuracy, attention to detail, judgment, and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Demonstrated digital literacy skills
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of archival theory, practice, and national and international standards and best practices.
Advanced degree in any of the following: African American History/Studies/Literature, Africana Studies, or cultural studies
Familiarity with reading room management software
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Please Note: Effective August 2, 2021, absent a qualifying exception for medical or religious reasons, newly hired employees of the New York Public Library must present proof of receipt of a COVID-19 vaccination and may not begin employment at the Library until 14 days after their receipt of their second dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines or 14 days after their first dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Newly hired employees who need additional time to receive their vaccination prior to their start date may request an adjournment of their start date with their hiring manager. The Library will consider such requests on a case by case basis, depending upon the Library’s operational needs, among other factors. The Library will further consider exemptions for prospective employees who cannot become vaccinated due to a qualifying medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief or practice. Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment and who seek a medical or religious exemption to the Library’s vaccination policy should contact hrservicecenter@nypl.org for instructions on how to submit the required information for the evaluation of their exemption request.
Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
Be Resourceful in solving problems
Be Curious in all aspects of your work
Physical Duties
Limited physical effort is required
May require travel within NYC
Daily use of a computer
Physical Required?
No
Union/Non Union
Union 1930
Schedule
35 hours per week including regular monthly Saturdays