Summary Reporting to the Dean of Barnard Library and Academic Information Services (BLAIS) and incorporating values of equity, inclusion, diversity, and accessibility into all practices, the Director of Collections Strategy and Library Operations provides strategic leadership of three major areas. The Director leads and motivates the Operations team to deliver excellent access services and technical services to the Barnard Community. The Director leads collections strategy for BLAIS, coordinating the work of the Operations team with subject specialist librarians to build collections that support Barnard’s curriculum, increase access to affordable textbooks and open access materials, and enable interdisciplinary research in women’s, gender, and sexuality studies, and critical dance studies. The Director coordinates BLAIS’s collection development and access services as an affiliate of Columbia University Libraries (CUL). The Director manages library spaces in the Milstein Center for Teaching and Learning, ensuring equitable and affirming access to library collections, equipment, and spaces for all users. As a member of the BLAIS management team, the Director engages in strategic planning and collaborates with all library departments, the Academic Centers in the Milstein Center, and colleagues across the College to establish, implement, and assess services, projects, and policies  that manifest the BLAIS and Barnard College values, priorities, and mission. Duties and Responsibilities 1.  Operations Team Leadership  Manage the Operations Team, which includes Technical Services (2 FTE for acquisitions and cataloging); and Access Services (4-5 FTE for Student Engagement, the Information & Circulation Desk, Course Reserves, and up to 20 student staff.)  Work with staff to develop and achieve annual goals that align with BLAIS strategic initiatives and staff’s professional development goals. Forecast and manage the budget for student staffing, materials, equipment, and equipment maintenance. Manage vendor contracts for equipment and collections storage and retrieval. Lead and support staff in creating innovative services for access broadly defined: through discovery of open access scholarship, participation in critical cataloging and metadata standards; user-focused and sustainable policies for course reserves and textbook affordability, interlibrary loan, circulation; affirming practices for student engagement.   Build and sustain connections between the Operations Team, counterparts at Columbia University Libraries (CUL), and colleagues across BLAIS. 2. Collections Strategy  Lead strategies, planning, and policies for collection development, including assessment, in collaboration with colleagues in Teaching, Learning, and Research Support, in Archives and Special Collections, and in the Zine Library.  Communicate collections development policy and strategies with faculty, students, colleagues in the Academic Centers, Student Experience and Engagement, the Student Government Association, and others as needed to support curriculum and other College priorities.  Plan and manage the budget for circulating collections in all formats, coordinating with Operations team and subject selectors. Provide budget reports to the Finance office, Development and Alumni Relations, and other stakeholders.  Develop and implement acquisitions practices and workflows with subject selectors and Operations Team to support purchasing and licensing for sustainable access in all formats.  Coordinate Barnard Library’s role as an affiliate of Columbia University Libraries (CUL), including collections development, operations policies and practices. Participate in CUL committees and work groups. Develop and advocate for policies and procedures that support equitable access to both collections and spaces.  Collaborate with CUL to maintain connectivity and discoverability of databases and other digital materials we purchase or license. Manage off-site storage and delivery of BLAIS collections.  3. Library Operations  Develop and implement policies and practices to support access to library collections, equipment, and spaces for all users. Share best practices with colleagues across BLAIS, in the nine Academic Centers in the Milstein Center, and CUL. Coordinate and support Barnard affiliate access to CUL resources. Collaborate with colleagues in CARES (Community Accountability, Response, and Emergency Services), Facilities, Capital Projects, AV, BCIT, and others as needed to maintain library collections, equipment, and furniture, and to ensure accessible, safe, and effective library spaces for all users.  Collaborate with Instructional Media and Academic Technology Services (IMATS) on web & mobile accessibility of library applications and software, scripting, or database needs; collaborate with the IMATS Media Services team in relation to the equipment checkout desk, such as on technology equipment inventory requests. Sustain and expand services for affordable and free access to course materials through Course Reserves, the FLI (First-generation and Low Income) Library Partnership, and other efforts. Evolve policies about access services practices, in conversation with and informing practice of Columbia University Library, including around storage retrieval, visitors, inventory, missing searches, fines, etc. Conduct outreach about Barnard Library and how to use it, via web content, news, signs, customer service, and tours. 4. Serve on the leadership team for the Barnard Library and Academic Information Services With the Dean of BLAIS and other members of the leadership team, develop, implement, and assess library-wide strategic initiatives that support the mission, values, and priorities of BLAIS and Barnard College. Support a culture and practices of equity, inclusion, diversity, and accessibility in BLAIS. Participate in BLAIS budget management meetings, ensuring that the CSLO and collections budgets support library strategic priorities and values. Represent BLAIS on Barnard-wide and Columbia University Libraries committees as appropriate.  Actively represent BLAIS in professional associations at the national, regional, and local levels; maintains currency with new, emerging, and established standards and best practices in pedagogy and library instruction; shares knowledge and expertise within the division and with other colleagues. Work with the leadership team to establish professional development goals and initiatives that reflect the mission, values, and priorities of BLAIS and Barnard College.  5. Perform additional responsibilities and duties as needed. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrated initiative and the ability to create and maintain an equitable and inclusive work environment. Demonstrated supervisory experience and management skills essential. Ability to perform detailed analytical work as well as a talent for strategic planning and implementation of long term goals.  Excellent communication skills and ability to interact effectively with faculty, staff, students, alums, librarians, vendors and publishers, as well as College leadership and external stakeholders. Book and media acquisitions experience and familiarity with the publishing trade. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with publishers and vendors. Knowledge of cataloging practices and experience with online bibliographic utilities, integrated library systems, library automation applications, and bibliographic database management. Knowledge of access services, interlibrary loan, and other resource-sharing practices. Required Qualifications Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution, or relevant advanced degree combined with academic library leadership experience.  7-10 years of related work experience and 5+ years of progressively responsible management experience in academic library collections management, technical services, and/or access services. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, particularly as they inform collections, access services, communications, and library labor practices.  Preferred Qualifications Experience with Open Access or Open Educational Resources policies and programs  This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position.  The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future. We strongly encourage those who will further advance Barnard’s commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community, including those from historically underrepresented groups, to apply for this position. We welcome applicants with a range of experiences, including those who come from a less traditional background. Applicants are encouraged to think broadly about and communicate how their skills and experiences transfer to the qualifications in ways that may not be obvious. EEO Statement Barnard College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community. We especially encourage applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ people, and individuals from more than one of these and other underrepresented groups.

The Queens Memory Project is an ongoing community archiving program of Queens Public Library and Queens College, CUNY. Thanks to a generous grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, Queens Memory has embarked upon a year-long Monuments project running through March 2023. The project includes identifying places in Queens named after individuals (including streets, schools, statues, and parks) and fleshing out biographical and demographic data for those named people. The project also includes analyzing the demographics of the neighborhoods of Queens to identify gaps in representation between named places and the people who live in these communities. The team will present the gathered information on UrbanArchive.org with a map that features these named places in Queens. The project will engage members of the public and bring new knowledge into the library’s archives. Under the direction of the Director of the Queens Memory Project, the Project’s Outreach Manager will work closely with the Project’s Data Specialist and Archivist, the QPL Marketing and Metadata Department staff, and Urban Archive to engage members of the public and bring new knowledge into the QPL local history collections. The Outreach Manager will be responsible for leveraging research and assets generated by the project to reach audiences across Queens, raising awareness of this local history and engaging the public to contribute their knowledge and energy to the project. The project also includes identifying knowledge gaps that will be addressed in crowdsourcing campaigns. The Outreach Manager will lead efforts to use social media, public programming, and local press to achieve strategic goals around audience engagement and acquisition of new knowledge. Responsibilities: Lead the team developing a marketing and outreach plan with the Project’s Archivist, Queens Memory Curator and Community Coordinator, Urban Archive, QPL Government Affairs, and QPL Marketing & Communications. Create a schedule of outreach activities for project and assure tasks are assigned. Pitch ideas for crowdsourcing campaigns, outreach materials, social media explainers and public programs. Leverage, and advise on the curation of, compelling content identified by the team such as a list of individuals to feature in outreach and programming as well as “mystery spots” that require more research and can be featured in crowdsourcing campaigns. Coordinate with the Project Archivist and the Queens Memory Community Coordinator to engage local educators, artists, community groups, and historical societies to tackle research about named places and cultivate nominations for new named places. Participate in the development of outreach materials and public programs to share information about individuals honored by place names and to explore who is not represented in these monuments. Lead the public campaign to nominate and then select named place proposals, disseminate results of campaign through social media and public programs. Qualifications: Prior experience with marketing and communications campaigns for cultural projects or engagement journalism Experience with leveraging social media analytics for responsive optimization of campaigns Experience with Air Table, Instagram, Buffer, Facebook, and Twitter, preferred Strong research skills and familiarity with Queens history, neighborhoods, demographics, and its quirky street naming, preferred Ability to work independently Ability to produce work on deadline Collaborative nature and the ability to take constructive editorial feedback when applicable Compensation: $10,000 to be paid in installments upon completion of deliverables Deliverables: May 2022: Preliminary outreach plan for project with key deadlines and goals July 2022: Packaged assets, scheduled social media posts, and schedule of other outreach tasks for use in the outreach campaign. September 2022: Mid-project press advisories and task schedule, scheduled posts, and other materials for use in campaign for crowd-sourced contributions and nominations for new named places in Queens. December 2022: Assets, scheduled posts, and task schedule for public campaign to vote for nominated place name proposals. February 2023: Final outreach metrics needed for final project reporting To apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and links or files of work samples such as previous campaign assets, analytics reports, or websites to queensmemory@queenslibrary.org. Please include OUTREACH MANAGER in the subject line of your email. This posting closes April 22nd and our team hopes to begin interviews the week of April 18th.

The Queens Memory Project is an ongoing community archiving program of Queens Public Library and Queens College, CUNY. Thanks to a generous grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, Queens Memory has embarked upon a year-long Monuments project running through March 2023. The project includes identifying publicly available datasets of places in Queens named after individuals (including streets, schools, statues, and parks) and researching and visualizing biographical and demographic data of those people. The project also includes analyzing the demographics of the neighborhoods of Queens to identify gaps in representation between named places and the people who live in these communities. The team will present the gathered information on a project page created by Urban Archive that features a map of these named places in Queens. The project will engage members of the public and bring new knowledge into the QPL local history collections. Under the direction of the Director of the Queens Memory Project, The Data Specialist will work closely with Urban Archive staff, QPL’s Senior Manager of Organizational Assessment, the Project Archivist, QPL’s Metadata Services and Marketing departments to capture, aggregate, filter and disseminate data in this project. Responsibilities: Coordinate with civic tech partners including Urban Archives and QPL staff, offices of elected officials, and municipal repositories to access public datasets and records such as proclamations created for naming ceremonies in Queens Assemble dataset of individuals whose personal names have been used to name public places in Queens including parks, streets, schools and other public spaces. This involves identifying, mining, and organizing relevant data from existing datasets. Generate demographic comparisons between the individuals represented in named places and the people who live in Queens today. (Utilizing data from the U.S. Census and NYC Open Data) Assist the Urban Archive team in creating accurate map locations for named places. Coordinate with the Project Archivist, Urban Archives, and QPL staff to develop workflow and systems for data sets and assets developed by this project that will enable public sharing and archival preservation of the assets and metadata generated by the project. Contribute to the development team at Urban Archive to enhance discoverability of named places on their platform and to filter the project’s named places dataset by geographic boundaries of NY City Council Districts, QPL branch libraries, and Link NYC kiosks to enable curation and public programming. Work with Queens Memory Director and Queens Public Library (QPL) Senior Manager of Organizational Assessment to develop a set of demographic data points about the neighborhoods of public space designations (street, park, etc.) with named individuals, as well as historical data points about the individuals whose names are used in public spaces. Develop visualizations for this data. Develop evaluation plan for project and oversee data collection for project’s impact assessment and reporting to funder. Qualifications: Prior experience with data wrangling, cleaning, analysis, and visualization Working knowledge of the open data landscape as it pertains to civic space, history and the built environment Experience with spatial data Experience with U.S. Census data, NYC Open Data, and other demographic information Experience with Tableau, Air Table, Urban Archive, and ArcGIS, preferred Experience with creating visualizations and stories from data required Ability to work independently Ability to produce work on deadline Collaborative nature and the ability to take constructive editorial feedback when applicable Compensation: $17,500 to be paid upon completion of deliverables Deliverables: May 2022: (1) Complete dataset of individuals whose personal names have been used to name public places in Queens, (2) a workflow and systems for the data collected and generated during the project, (3) an evaluation plan with tools for collecting data for final reporting. July 2022: Demographic data for individuals identified in Queens’ named places, organized into NY City Council districts, QPL branch locations, and NYC Link kiosks (2) demographic data of city council districts’ populations, and (3) data visualizations of these data sets. February 2023: (1) Visualizations and demographic data connected to crowd-sourced contributions, and (2) delivery of project outcomes data prescribed by the evaluation plan that will be needed for final project reporting. To apply: Please send a cover letter, resume and links or files of work samples to queensmemory@queenslibrary.org. Please include DATA SPECIALIST in the subject line of your email. This posting closes April 22nd and our team hopes to begin interviews the week of April 18th

Associate Professor - Medical Librarian   Job ID: 23776 Location: CUNY School of Medicine Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular   FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT The CUNY School of Medicine (CSOM) at The City College of New York (CCNY), is the only medical school in the City University of New York system. Our innovative curriculum allows students to complete both their undergraduate Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degrees in seven years. CSOM also offers a Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies (P.A.). Our mission is to provide access to medical education to talented youth from social, ethnic, and racial backgrounds historically underrepresented in medicine and to develop health professionals committed to practicing in under-served communities with a special emphasis on primary care. It has a reputation for excellence that has earned national acclaim for performance and a broad network of clinical sites for clerkships.   The City College Library and CSOM invite applications for a 12-month tenure-track medical library faculty position at the Associate Professor or Full Professor Rank to develop library services to meet the mission and strategic plan of CSOM, including education, research, clinical care, and outreach. The experienced candidate is expected to integrate the library resources and services into the medical school curriculum. We are seeking a candidate who is able to provide exceptional research support and consultations, collaborate with teaching faculty on assignment and course content, and maintain effective collections in the health sciences disciplines. This position will require experience with the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) accreditation standard for library services and resources.   This Medical Librarian(Associate or Full Professor) reports to the Associate Dean and Chief Librarian of the City College of New York (CCNY) Library and works in close consultation with the Dean of CSOM for all programmatic issues, and will collaborate with our current Medical Librarian.   Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Serves as the head of the Medical Library, and is responsible for the direction and the administration of all medical library activities Works with administrators and faculty in the School of Medicine to integrate library resources and services into the medical school curriculum to assure that the library collection, services and programs are meeting the needs of faculty, staff and students Develops new services and supports the outreach programs to the affiliated clinical sites and hospitals Provides course integrated instruction, orientation sessions, seminars, library sponsored workshops to support research and evidence-based practice Provides instructional support to students as requested by the CSOM administration and/or faculty members Conducts expert searches, including systematic and integrative reviews Represents the library as an ex-officio member of the School of Medicine Curriculum Committee. Serves on specially appointed committees within the School of Medicine, completing tasks assigned to the committees Participates in planning and execution of activities associated with School of Medicine accreditation by the LCME; prepares and represents the medical library during the accreditation survey visit Continuously monitor and evaluate usage of library resources and services consistent with current trends and issues in medical education, scholarly communication, copyright, and the changing roles and technologies of academic medical libraries Engages in scholarly activities in accordance with the CCNY Libraries and CCNY College standards for promotion and tenure Communicate and provide training in the availability and usage of library resources to clinical affiliate faculty, residents and medical school students Performs other duties related to the medical school as assigned   Librarians support a college library through providing in-depth consultation with students and faculty and collaboration for the ongoing improvement of instructional programs and practices. Pursues an active scholarly agenda, performs supervisory duties, and participates in college-and university-wide programs and committees as assigned.   QUALIFICATIONS All titles require a Master's in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.   For appointment as Associate, or Full Professor, a second graduate degree is required.   PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Five or more years of relevant job experience showing progressive growth in responsibilities in areas relevant to an academic medical library with three years in a supervisory position Excellent organizational skills, and effectiveness in balancing multiple assignments and projects Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills Strong leadership skills, and excellent customer service skills Experience with data collection, analysis and metrics reporting Membership in the Medical Library Association's Academy of Health Information Professionals Experience assessing student learning and library instruction Fluency with emerging library technology and trends, which may include areas of scholarly communication Experience with library marketing and outreach programming Familiarity with Web accessibility standards Proficiency with HTML, CSS, and Web scripting language to customize the medical library website Grant writing experience   COMPENSATION 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 From our job posting system (http://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 and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title.   Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.   CLOSING DATE Open until filled, with review of resumes to begin March 23, 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.

Overview Located within the New York Public Library’s Digital Research Division, the Metadata Services Unit (MSU) improves access and discovery of library resources through Digital Collections and strengthens data interoperability across the library through metadata production services, software development support, and metadata strategy. Our team supports and engages staff in efficient metadata creation for digitization, offering development and documentation of local standards and practices, project consultation, quality control, staff training, and works to raise awareness and connect stakeholders across NYPL concerning metadata. The MSU also supports the improvement and maintenance of our Metadata Management System (MMS) and online Digital Collections through data modeling, data mapping and enrichment, record assessment and cleanup, and staff user services.   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.    MSU seeks candidates enthusiastic about metadata and the future of libraries for the position of Metadata Specialist II. The Metadata Specialist II balances high productivity and high quality output to wrangle metadata across a corpus of more than a million metadata records. Strong interpersonal and written skills are key to supporting quality metadata creation and remediation across NYPL research library divisions and within a cooperative team environment. This role is a perfect opportunity for a proactive, reliably thoughtful individual with the ability to quickly synthesize complex information, invested in team cohesion and metadata futures.   This role is eligible for a performance based upgrade in salary to $60,574 after one year of successful performance.   Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Manager, Metadata Services, the Metadata Specialist II will: Create, update, and enhance metadata for the Library’s digital collections Liaise with metadata creators across NYPL divisions to support metadata project planning, training, guidance on standards, and the efficient creation/maintenance of high-quality metadata, specifically metadata related to Divisions within the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture Contribute to local metadata policies, procedures, and standards as well as technical requirements for NYPL’s Metadata Management System, digital repository, and other tools Participate in large-scale and targeted remediation and enhancement projects to improve discovery and access to digital content Keep up with current standards, trends, and technologies in the field Required Education, Experience & Skills Required Education & Experience ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library or Information Science (open to candidates graduating Spring 2022) Two years relevant work experience Required Skills Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Ability to work well collaboratively and independently on complex projects involving diverse participants, using informed judgment and clear communication to successfully complete tasks in a timely manner Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and independent problem-solving skills, with the ability to process a large quantity of work while maintaining a consistently high degree of accuracy Facility with rapidly synthesizing new information and new workflows Aptitude for being organized, productive and effective while involved with a variety of simultaneous projects Demonstrated knowledge of data and database structures, metadata standards, and encoding schemas, including MARC21, MODS, and EAD Experience interpreting and applying descriptive content standards (such as RDA, DACS, CCO, etc.) in a non-MARC metadata environment Basic understanding of Linked Data concepts and technologies Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with scripting and querying languages such as Python, SQL, etc. Experience working with special collections or academic libraries Experience building positive and productive interdepartmental or interdisciplinary relationships Coursework related to African American, African and African diasporan history Experience working with library collections related to African American, African and African diasporan history More... 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 Local 1930 FLSA Status Non-Exempt Schedule Regular hours: 9am-5pm - Overall hours: 35 hours per week - may require nights/weekends This is not a remote role, and requires onsite work About The New York Public Library The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations—including research and branch libraries—throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org. 

Assistant Professor (Librarian) - Electronic Resources   Job ID: 23774 Location: CUNY School of Medicine Full/Part Time: Regular/Temporary: Regular   FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT The CUNY School of Medicine (CSOM) at The City College of New York (CCNY), is the only medical school in the City University of New York system. Our innovative curriculum allows students to complete both their undergraduate Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degrees in seven years. CSOM also offers a Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies (P.A.). Our mission is to provide access to medical education to talented youth from social, ethnic, and racial backgrounds historically underrepresented in medicine and to develop health professionals committed to practicing in under-served communities with a special emphasis on primary care. It has a reputation for excellence that has earned national acclaim for performance and a broad network of clinical sites for clerkships.   CUNY School of Medicine seeks an experienced and innovative individual for the position of Electronic Resources Librarian. Under the supervision of the Associate Professor – Medical Librarian, the successful candidate with take the lead in the areas of acquisition, evaluation, management of electronic resources, and will possess a thorough knowledge of electronic resources licensing awareness of Open Access Initiative, records management, metadata and promotion of a wide range of electronic resources including databases, journals, and reference sources. The candidate will support a college library by providing in-depth consultation with students and faculty and collaboration for the ongoing improvement of instructional programs and practices, pursue an active scholarly agenda, perform supervisory duties, and participate in college-and university-wide programs and committees as assigned.   Duties: Develop procedures and workflows for making the Library’s electronic resources discoverable and accessible Work with vendors, publishers, consortia, and University procurement office to proactively address ordering, access, payment, and performance issues Troubleshoot and work collaboratively to ensure continuous access and technical support for electronic resources. Maintain authentication protocols, specifically the proxy configuration files, for electronic resource access and discovery Identifies, evaluates, and stays current with emerging trends, resources, practices, and standards in electronic resource management, usage statistics, data management, access, and discovery to enhance library services Research and analyze products, set up product trials, and coordinate electronic subscription changes and renewals   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.   Preferred Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS or equivalent advanced degree as well as an additional graduate degree preferably in the sciences or health sciences 3 years post MLS/MLIS experience Strong customer service, as well as a positive, proactive approach to problem-solving Knowledge of integrated library systems (ILS) A thorough understanding of trends and ongoing developments in areas related to the entire life cycle of electronic resources Experience working with electronic resources tools such as OpenURL resolvers, proxy systems, knowledge bases   COMPENSATION 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 From our job posting system (http://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 and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title.   Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.   CLOSING DATE Open until filled, with review of resumes to begin March 22, 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.

Overview With a research collection that exceeds 46 million items, and a mission to advance knowledge and inspire lifelong learning, the New York Public Library stands as 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. The Library seeks a dynamic, engaged, and collaborative professional to serve as the Curator for Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies. In this exciting opportunity, the curator will provide leadership for the development, interpretation and promotion of the Middle Eastern and Islamic studies collection at the New York Public Library, working with colleagues in the Library’s Manuscripts, Archives and Rare Books Division; Wallach Division of Art, Print, and Photographs; the Spencer Collection, and the General Research and Reference Division. The New York Public Library offers extensive interdisciplinary collections on and from the Middle East, ranging from the Ancient Near East to the most recent current events across multiple countries and diverse cultures. During the early twentieth-century, the Library was one of a handful of research institutions collecting in these areas, making it one of the outstanding centers for the study of Arabic history and culture to this day. The collection is also rich in Persian, Turkish, Armenian, and early Semitic language materials. Islam is especially well covered in both Eastern and Western languages and includes materials on the Hanafi, Shafi'i, Maliki, and Hanbali schools of Islam as well as the history of Islamic groups, including the Kharijites, Sunnīs and Shī‘as among others.  The Library has extensive special collections, with more than 400 Islamic manuscripts and more than 3,000 Persian, Indian-Islamic, Turkish, and Arabic miniatures. The  collection also features preeminent early maps of the region; rare books of poetry, law, and religion; illustrated volumes of 18th- and 19th-century travel accounts and archaeological expeditions; as well as materials documenting the full range of artistic human expression from classic Islamic architecture to contemporary works by today’s painters and photographers. The Library also seeks to build on its collection documenting diasporic communities from the Middle East and the Islamic world in North America, particularly in New York City.  Based within the Collections and Research Services department, which is responsible for establishing a unified strategic vision for NYPL’s Research Collections, the Curator will work collaboratively with staff across the Research Libraries to develop and promote the collections and the delivery of research services that help position the Library as a vital resource to support learning, creativity, and scholarship. The Curator will provide strong and effective subject expertise and leadership in the development and promotion of the Library's Middle Eastern and Islamic collections, serving as the primary spokesperson for the collections, and undertaking activities that advance expanded use and other strategic goals. In support of teaching, learning, and scholarship, the Curator will contextualize the collections through instruction, outreach to academic communities, exhibitions, publications, facilitating digital humanities and other scholarly projects, and collaborating on the development of public programming and educational resources.  The Curator will maintain and strengthen existing institutional partnerships and identify and initiate opportunities to collaborate on new approaches to building collections, promoting their use to both a national and international audience.  The Curator will work to broaden and deepen the collections in line with the Library’s commitment to its Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access goals, helping the Library to invest in collections documenting underrepresented communities, but also surfacing hidden aspects of our collections.  Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Associate Director for Collection Development, priorities for the position include: Drawing on an understanding of the collection’s historical strengths, its use, and scholarly trends, the curator will plan for, communicate, and implement strategies to build and shape the collections, including the management of approval plans and selecting contemporary materials in Arabic, actively collaborating on special collection acquisitions, and advising on the selection of electronic resources. The curator will also develop the Library’s collection of materials published by diasporic communities from the Middle East and the Islamic world in North America and particularly in New York City.  The Curator will actively collaborate with colleagues in the Manuscripts, Archives, and Rare Books and the Wallach Division of Art, Prints, and Photographs to serve and promote the Library’s special collections related to the Middle East to educational and scholarly communities Actively engage with researchers by providing consultative services in collaboration with public service staff; cultivating strong relationships with the academic community through classes, outreach, public programming, and strategic partnerships Identify, evaluate, and prioritize materials for digitization initiatives and help facilitate the use of digital collections Collaborate with Development staff on fundraising activities to support the needs of the collection, fellowships for researchers, and new initiatives Keep abreast of the changing needs of researchers in the field, as well as emerging trends in research libraries, higher education, and history and social science scholarship in general Provide oversight for the processing and preservation needs of the Middle Eastern collections, liaising with staff in BookOps, Preservation and Special Collections Processing, and the Humanities and Social Sciences Research Divisions Collaborate with the Library’s peers in ReCAP (Columbia, Harvard, and Princeton), MaRLI (NYU and Columbia), and the CUNY system to ensure that we are collecting the full spectrum of materials needed by our users and making them broadly available Establish a record of participation in and contributions to the profession by serving on committees and representing the Library at professional organizations, conferences, and various public meetings Required Education, Experience & Skills Required Education & Experience An MLS from an ALA-accredited program with appropriate subject and language expertise, or a relevant graduate degree focussing on Middle Eastern or Islamic studies with experience in a research library or museum setting Two years of relevant professional experience in an academic or research library, or museum  Demonstrated understanding of the information needs of researchers in Middle Eastern studies, including the ways research methods and scholarship are evolving Knowledge of collection development in an academic or research library, including familiarity with core print and e-resources relevant to the Middle East Knowledge of initiatives and trends related to research in international and area studies fields and to the evolving scholarly communication landscape, including knowledge of the publishing industry in these regions. Required Skills Fluency in Arabic, reading knowledge of other Islamicate languages (such as Persian, Turkish, or Urdu) preferred. Record of professional engagement and contribution, such as research, publication, and involvement in pertinent professional and scholarly organizations Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to collaborate across Library departments and across institutions Strong commitment to excellent public service Preferred Qualifications Experience working with special collections Familiarity with curation of exhibitions and public programing Experience selecting materials for digitization More... 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 Limited physical effort is required May require travel within NYC Physical Required? No Union/Non Union Non-Union FLSA Status Exempt Schedule 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday 9am- 5pm

About Us Libraries Without Borders (LWB US) is an education nonprofit that brings the 21st-century library and its resources to underserved communities nationwide. We partner with public libraries, schools, and local organizations to transform public spaces into places of lifelong learning—from basic reading, writing, and computer skills to health, legal, and financial literacy. Since 2015 we have created out-of-classroom learning opportunities in laundromats, low-income housing co-ops, public parks and community gardens, houses of worship, and community centers. Everywhere we work, we connect people to the vital information they need to live, work, learn, and play. A branch of Bibliothèques Sans Frontières (BSF), LWB US is headquartered in Washington, D.C. and oversees all work in the United States. Our programs have won numerous awards, including the Google Impact Challenge and the Library of Congress International Literacy Award. About the Role A new position in the organization, the Director of Development will have the opportunity to shape fundraising and development strategies to meet the needs of the organization. With a current operating budget of $1.7 million, the Director will be responsible for identifying long-term and sustainable revenue sources, including but not limited to individual giving campaigns, multi-year unrestricted operating grants, corporate partnerships, and multi-year public contracts. In this leadership role, the Director will work in strategic partnership with the LWB US leadership and Board of Directors to define fundraising philosophy and goals for the organization. The Director will manage relationships with individual donors, foundations, and public entities. Who We’re Looking For LWB US seeks a strategic, adaptable, detail-oriented, and people-centered leader with a demonstrated commitment to racial and economic justice. Candidates should have demonstrated success identifying potential donors and supporters, managing donor relationships, developing corporate partnerships, and earning public dollars. The Director’s experience should be relevant to projects in education and learning, literacy, and social justice. Qualifications ●  Demonstrated commitment to social, racial, and economic justice. ●  Lived or professional experience working with priority communities, partners, and stakeholders ●  5-10 years of experience in development and fundraising, including demonstrated success in at least two of the following: individual donor prospecting; the pursuit of grant funding; the pursuit of public funding opportunities; and developing corporate partnerships. ●  Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interact with senior leadership, staff, Board, and stakeholders. ●  Familiarity with donor management software and systems (Classy, Salesforce, etc.) ●  Strategic mindset and willingness to innovate and adapt development strategy to the needs of a growing, changing organization.   Work Location ●  The majority of LWB US staff are currently working remotely; the Director of Development would be expected to travel to the main office for meetings as well as to funded project areas and to meet with donors, as needed. ●  The Director of Development position can be remote or based in the LWB US office in Washington, D.C., however, some preference may be given to qualified individuals located in or near major urban centers in the Northeast, including but not limited to Washington D.C., New York City, Philadelphia, and Boston.   Diversity, Equity & Inclusion ● Libraries Without Borders is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. We would like to see our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion reflected in the candidate pool for this vital position.   Responsibilities Fundraising ●  Oversee ongoing and new public and private grants from application to reporting, as well as identify new federal, state, and local funding opportunities. ●  Identify and cultivate a network of individual donors, with the goal of identifying, securing, renewing, and increasing financial support. ●  Create and implement corporate and private sector partnership strategies. ●  Plan special events, online and in-person, and other opportunities to grow individual donor networks and increase support for LWB US.   Strategy ● Collaborate with Executive Director, and Board of Directors to create and execute a development strategy that increases donor awareness and LWB US revenue streams.   Board Development ●  Liaise with the Board of Directors and keep members apprised of the organization’s development efforts through periodic reports and updates. ●  Identify and recruit new members of the Board of Directors.   Management ● Manage growing development team, currently, a Development Associate, including but not limited to setting and tracking goals; developing processes and systems that enhance donor communication; and supporting fundraising best practices.   What We Offer ●  $90,000-$100,000 (commensurate with experience) ●  Benefits: Health insurance (including dental, mental health, vision) ●  Vacation: 20 days of PTO (including sick days), plus public holidays and the final week of December ●  Work from home: generous annual stipend to cover remote work costs ●  Professional development: generous annual stipend   Timeline ●  Applications will be accepted until May 2, 2022 ●  Anticipated start date: June 2022   Please note: ● Bilingual (English/French) candidates are preferred but not required.   Interested? Please send an email with the subject line “Director of Development” to jobs@librarieswithoutborders.us with the following information: ●  Resume (1 page) ●  Cover letter (1 page) ●  Writing sample (2 pages)

The Queens Memory Project is an ongoing community archiving program of Queens Public Library and Queens College, CUNY. Thanks to a generous grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, Queens Memory has embarked upon a year-long Monuments project running through March 2023. The project includes identifying publicly available datasets of places in Queens named after individuals (including streets, schools, statues, and parks) and researching and visualizing biographical and demographic data of those people. The project also includes analyzing the demographics of the neighborhoods of Queens to identify gaps in representation between named places and the people who live in these communities. The team will present the gathered information on a project page created by Urban Archive that features a map of these named places in Queens. The project will engage members of the public and bring new knowledge into the QPL local history collections. Under the direction of the Director of the Queens Memory Project, The Data Specialist will work closely with Urban Archive staff, QPL’s Senior Manager of Organizational Assessment, the Project Archivist, QPL’s Metadata Services and Marketing departments to capture, aggregate, filter and disseminate data in this project. Responsibilities: Coordinate with civic tech partners including Urban Archives and QPL staff, offices of elected officials, and municipal repositories to access public datasets and records such as proclamations created for naming ceremonies in Queens Assemble dataset of individuals whose personal names have been used to name public places in Queens including parks, streets, schools and other public spaces. This involves identifying, mining, and organizing relevant data from existing datasets. Generate demographic comparisons between the individuals represented in named places and the people who live in Queens today. (Utilizing data from the U.S. Census and NYC Open Data) Assist the Urban Archive team in creating accurate map locations for named places. Coordinate with the Project Archivist, Urban Archives, and QPL staff to develop workflow and systems for data sets and assets developed by this project that will enable public sharing and archival preservation of the assets and metadata generated by the project. Contribute to the development team at Urban Archive to enhance discoverability of named places on their platform and to filter the project’s named places dataset by geographic boundaries of NY City Council Districts, QPL branch libraries, and Link NYC kiosks to enable curation and public programming. Work with Queens Memory Director and Queens Public Library (QPL) Senior Manager of Organizational Assessment to develop a set of demographic data points about the neighborhoods of public space designations (street, park, etc.) with named individuals, as well as historical data points about the individuals whose names are used in public spaces. Develop visualizations for this data. Develop evaluation plan for project and oversee data collection for project’s impact assessment and reporting to funder. Qualifications: Prior experience with data wrangling, cleaning, analysis, and visualization Working knowledge of the open data landscape as it pertains to civic space, history and the built environment Experience with spatial data Experience with U.S. Census data, NYC Open Data, and other demographic information Experience with Tableau, Air Table, Urban Archive, and ArcGIS, preferred Experience with creating visualizations and stories from data required Ability to work independently Ability to produce work on deadline Collaborative nature and the ability to take constructive editorial feedback when applicable Compensation: $17,500 to be paid upon completion of deliverables Deliverables: May 2022: (1) Complete dataset of individuals whose personal names have been used to name public places in Queens, (2) a workflow and systems for the data collected and generated during the project, (3) an evaluation plan with tools for collecting data for final reporting. July 2022: Demographic data for individuals identified in Queens’ named places, organized into NY City Council districts, QPL branch locations, and NYC Link kiosks (2) demographic data of city council districts’ populations, and (3) data visualizations of these data sets. February 2023: (1) Visualizations and demographic data connected to crowd-sourced contributions, and (2) delivery of project outcomes data prescribed by the evaluation plan that will be needed for final project reporting. To apply: Please send a cover letter, resume and links or files of work samples to queensmemory@queenslibrary.org. Please include DATA SPECIALIST in the subject line of your email. This posting closes April 22nd and our team hopes to begin interviews the week of April 18th

The Queens Memory Project is an ongoing community archiving program of Queens Public Library and Queens College, CUNY. Thanks to a generous grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, Queens Memory has embarked upon a year-long Monuments project running through March 2023. The project includes identifying places in Queens named after individuals (including streets, schools, statues, and parks) and fleshing out biographical and demographic data for those named people. The project also includes analyzing the demographics of the neighborhoods of Queens to identify gaps in representation between named places and the people who live in these communities. The team will present the gathered information on UrbanArchive.org with a map that features these named places in Queens. The project will engage members of the public and bring new knowledge into the library’s archives. Under the direction of the Director of the Queens Memory Project, the Project’s Outreach Manager will work closely with the Project’s Data Specialist and Archivist, the QPL Marketing and Metadata Department staff, and Urban Archive to engage members of the public and bring new knowledge into the QPL local history collections. The Outreach Manager will be responsible for leveraging research and assets generated by the project to reach audiences across Queens, raising awareness of this local history and engaging the public to contribute their knowledge and energy to the project. The project also includes identifying knowledge gaps that will be addressed in crowdsourcing campaigns. The Outreach Manager will lead efforts to use social media, public programming, and local press to achieve strategic goals around audience engagement and acquisition of new knowledge. Responsibilities: Lead the team developing a marketing and outreach plan with the Project’s Archivist, Queens Memory Curator and Community Coordinator, Urban Archive, QPL Government Affairs, and QPL Marketing & Communications. Create a schedule of outreach activities for project and assure tasks are assigned. Pitch ideas for crowdsourcing campaigns, outreach materials, social media explainers and public programs. Leverage, and advise on the curation of, compelling content identified by the team such as a list of individuals to feature in outreach and programming as well as “mystery spots” that require more research and can be featured in crowdsourcing campaigns. Coordinate with the Project Archivist and the Queens Memory Community Coordinator to engage local educators, artists, community groups, and historical societies to tackle research about named places and cultivate nominations for new named places. Participate in the development of outreach materials and public programs to share information about individuals honored by place names and to explore who is not represented in these monuments. Lead the public campaign to nominate and then select named place proposals, disseminate results of campaign through social media and public programs. Qualifications: Prior experience with marketing and communications campaigns for cultural projects or engagement journalism Experience with leveraging social media analytics for responsive optimization of campaigns Experience with Air Table, Instagram, Buffer, Facebook, and Twitter, preferred Strong research skills and familiarity with Queens history, neighborhoods, demographics, and its quirky street naming, preferred Ability to work independently Ability to produce work on deadline Collaborative nature and the ability to take constructive editorial feedback when applicable Compensation: $10,000 to be paid in installments upon completion of deliverables Deliverables: May 2022: Preliminary outreach plan for project with key deadlines and goals July 2022: Packaged assets, scheduled social media posts, and schedule of other outreach tasks for use in the outreach campaign. September 2022: Mid-project press advisories and task schedule, scheduled posts, and other materials for use in campaign for crowd-sourced contributions and nominations for new named places in Queens. December 2022: Assets, scheduled posts, and task schedule for public campaign to vote for nominated place name proposals. February 2023: Final outreach metrics needed for final project reporting To apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and links or files of work samples such as previous campaign assets, analytics reports, or websites to queensmemory@queenslibrary.org. Please include OUTREACH MANAGER in the subject line of your email. This posting closes April 22nd and our team hopes to begin interviews the week of April 18th.

The Sarah Lawrence College Library invites applications for the position of Head of Access Services. This position reports to the Library Director and currently oversees operations of the Circulation Department, Interlibrary Loan Department, Visual Resources Library, and Music Library.   The successful candidate will have an inclusive, patron-centered approach to access services, be a collegial and pro-active leader, and will serve a key role in supporting the students, faculty, and wider Sarah Lawrence Community by fostering a welcoming environment for learning and creativity.  In addition to providing excellent patron service, the Head of Access Services monitors trends and recommends emerging technologies for resource sharing, circulation, and facilities management. Candidates with prior experience and familiarity with innovative and emerging library services and technologies (e.g. makerspaces, 3-D printing, etc.) are particularly welcomed to apply.   Sarah Lawrence is a prestigious, coeducational liberal arts college that consistently ranks among the leading liberal arts colleges in the country. Sarah Lawrence is known for its pioneering approach to education, its rich history of impassioned intellectual and civic engagement, and its vibrant, successful alumni. In close proximity to the unparalleled offerings of New York City, the historic campus, located in southern Westchester, is home to an intellectually curious and diverse community.   This position is located in Bronxville, NY. This is a full-time exempt position. Hours during the academic year are Monday-Friday, 8:30-4:30, with participation in a Saturday rotation. Librarians at Sarah Lawrence College are administrative staff members. For more about working at Sarah Lawrence College, please visit our Human Resources Department website: https://www.sarahlawrence.edu/human-resources/working-here.html. Essential Duties Oversees the operation of Circulation Departments in both the Main Library and Music Library, the Interlibrary Loan Department, and Visual Resources Library. Establishes departmental and individual goals, objectives, and performance standards. Manages work schedules to ensure adequate service desk staffing during all hours of operation. Hires, trains, and supervises 3.4 FTE employees and, in collaboration with the Circulation Services Assistant, manages over approximately 30 student employees during the academic year, including interviewing, hiring, time reporting, performance evaluations, training and daily work operations. Projects and manages the department's student employee budget.  Manages building access issues and hours, updates community on changes, and serves as first point of contact for reporting library facilities and safety issues to Library administration or campus offices for follow-up and resolution. Leads by example and plays a key role in maintaining excellent patron service. Promotes patron satisfaction through communication and education about library services and policies. Develops, implements, and documents Access Services policies and procedures Responds to patron and staff inquiries and issues regarding library hours, services, rules, and regulations, including overseeing all aspects of billing for overdue materials, reconciling bills, ensuring courteous conflict resolution and troubleshooting. Manages the collection and analysis of statistics for Circulation, Interlibrary Loan, and Visual Resources; makes data-driven recommendations for improvements in policies and services. Participates in projects across the library and the college as needed, and serves as leader for continuing physical collection maintenance, inventory control and deaccessioning initiatives. Ensures that collections are accessible through activities such as shelving, shelf-reading and proper signage Works closely with other library senior staff to develop policies that support the college’s educational mission   Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree Supervisory experience Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others 2-4 years work experience in a library Demonstrated knowledge of two or more core access services functions (circulation, document delivery, interlibrary loan, stacks maintenance, technology /makerspace service) Demonstrated familiarity with integrated library systems and technology Excellent English-language written and oral communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with a diverse population.   Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program, or equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education. Supervisory experience in an academic library or similar setting 2-4 years work experience in an academic library Experience assessing and planning for the use and development of learning spaces. Demonstrated understanding of the evolving nature of higher education and library users’ changing needs. Experience with the OCLC WMS library services platform Experience with the Tipasa interlibrary loan management system Familiarity with visual resource management tools, systems and best practices Experience or familiarity with instructional technology and makerspaces Familiarity with institutional repositories and archives Experience producing and manipulating digital files, PDFs and multiple image/audio/video formats Experience creating reports, generating statistics, and creating and using libguides Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.  To apply for this position please visit:  https://slc.peopleadmin.com/postings/1770 Effective October 15, 2021, all employees of Sarah Lawrence College must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Exceptions to this requirement will only be considered for documented medical reasons or sincerely held religious beliefs. Any offers of employment will be contingent on successful completion of a background check and submission of proof of vaccination.

Assistant Librarian for Technical Services Dominican College seeks an enthusiastic candidate with a strong orientation toward user-centered service to fill the role of Assistant Librarian for Technical Services. Reporting to the College’s Head Librarian, the Assistant Librarian manages electronic resources and the integrated library system, catalogs library materials in all formats, coordinates all interlibrary loan requests and assists with reference questions.  Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to: Manages access to electronic resources Facilitates maintenance, development and technical support for Library software and resources through vendor collaboration Administers basic configuration of SirsiDynix Sirsi integrated library system (ILS) Catalogs and processes library materials in all formats Manages and delivers interlibrary loan services (ILL) Delivers reference service Evaluates collections and materials Assists with outreach Trains and supervises library work study students Provides library instruction, as needed Performs 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 excellent communication, interpersonal and technology skills. Must demonstrate a learner-centered approach to assisting library users. Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System, OCLC, MARC, RDA for cataloging. Familiarity with ILLiad and DOCLINE. Experience managing an integrated library system and Discovery layer like Ebsco’s EDS. A commitment to developing and maintaining familiarity with current and emerging trends in technical services is essential. Two years of experience, preferably in an academic library and experience in technical services or electronic resource services preferred. Dominican College is located in Orangeburg, New York approximately 20 miles north of New York City. We are 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. Application deadline May 1, 2022 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

Medgar Evers College Acquisitions/Collection Development Assistant or Associate Professor: Library FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT The Acquisitions/Collection Development librarian is responsible for managing the Library's resource allocation, acquisitions, and gift books. The candidate is tasked with stewarding the annual resource budget, arranging for database licenses, vendor relations, and working closely with the Budget, Accounts Payable, and Procurement Offices. Manages orders, renewals, statistical reporting, invoicing, etc. for library materials. The individual keeps current with developments in the resource management arena, develops workflows and policies, and integrates new technologies to streamline efficient processing. This position supervises support staff and students. In addition, candidate provides reference and instructional services and teaching information literacy. Plan, coordinate, and evaluate procedures for the development of library materials (books, electronic resources, serials, films, etc.) Oversee all collections decisions. Oversee library materials acquisitions and monitor expenditures. Prepare and maintain library department budget requests for the college administration. Establish and maintain relationships with college business office personnel, publishers, and vendors. Responsible for the analysis and implementation of ordering and claiming. Supervises and trains clerical staff, faculty, and student employees. Develop and revise the library’s collection development policies. Provides reference and instructional services and teaches information literacy; service at the reference desk as assigned. Serve as a liaison to specific academic departments with collection development, and library instruction responsibilities. Represent the Library Department on college and university committees and professional associations as assigned. Fulfill requirements of a tenure track appointment including research, publishing, and involvement in professional organizations.   Assistant or Associate Professor: Supports a college library by providing in-depth consultations with students and faculty and collaboration for the ongoing improvement of instructional programs and practices. Pursues an active scholarly agenda, performs supervisory duties, and participates in college-and university-wide programs and committees as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS All titles require a Master's in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution, the ability to meet the responsibilities and requirements of a tenure-track appointment, including research, publishing, and involvement in professional organizations. For appointment as Assistant or Associate Professor, a second graduate degree is required. Ph.D. degree in Library Science or equivalent preferred Preferred Qualifications: Candidate should possess superlative financial and data management acumen, knowledge of copy cataloging, and familiarity with integrated library systems. Excellent communication and supervisory skills. Experience working in an academic or research library. Experience with vendors and content providers, including subscription agents, publishers, and library consortia. Familiarity with Alma and OCLC. 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 dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. Final candidates must be fully vaccinated as of their first day of employment. COMPENSATION 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: 21610 or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information. Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests. CLOSING DATE May 5, 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.  

Overview Special Collections Processing (SCP) is the department within NYPL’s Preservation and Collections Processing that promotes access to the Library’s most distinctive collections by describing rare and unique materials and preparing them for preservation and use. We support collections in all of the Research Libraries, including the curatorial divisions at the Library for the Performing Arts, Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, and Stephen A. Schwarzman Building.   Within SCP, the Archival Processing unit supports access to distinctive collections by arranging and describing archives and manuscripts and creating finding aids for research use. Staff process digital and analog collections in all formats, including personal papers, institutional records, visual materials, and sound and moving image recordings. They also support the assessment and transport of acquisitions and manage archival metadata and its movement across systems.    The Archivist’s primary responsibilities are to arrange and describe archival collections of personal papers and organizational records.   This position is grant funded for 3 years.   Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Senior Manager, Archival Processing, the Archivist will: Arrange and describe archival collections of personal papers and organizational records, perform rehousing and other basic preservation needs, and prepare finding aids in accordance with local and national standards. Perform original cataloging for special collections in a variety of formats in accordance with local and national standards. Help develop and maintain cataloging routines which provide access to the library's newly acquired collections as well as any archival backlogs. Supervise interns, volunteers, and non-professional staff assisting in processing activities. Participate in the planning and execution of division-wide projects, especially those related to cataloging and collection management. Represent the Division through active participation in professional organizations. Perform related 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. One to two years experience in an archives or manuscripts repository creating descriptive records for archival collections. Required Skills A strong background in archival theory and practice, especially regarding arrangement and description, as well as a familiarity with current approaches to born-digital materials. Demonstrated knowledge of current standards for archival description (APPM, DACS, LC subject headings, authority control, and MARC 21). Demonstrated experience in original and copy cataloging. Working knowledge of historical research methodology and experience with standard bibliographic tools. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Successfully demonstrated initiative, accuracy, attention to detail, judgment, analytic and organizations. Ability to work well independently and collaboratively in a production-oriented, team environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience in EAD markup. Experience using ArchivesSpace or Archivists' Toolkit. Reading knowledge of at least one foreign language. Experience supervising and training non-professional staff.   More... 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 Limited physical effort is required Light lifting required Lifting up to 40 lbs. required May require travel within NYC Physical Required? No Union/Non Union Local 1930 FLSA Status Non-Exempt Schedule 35 hours per week

Monroe Community College is seeking an engaging and innovative First Year Experience Librarian. With a sensitivity to the needs of a diverse student population, this librarian will advance the library’s role in student learning, partner with stakeholders to improve the first year experience, and facilitate undergraduate research via a variety of instructional strategies to ultimately impact student retention and success. They will coordinate  library participation in campus programming for first year students and develop engagement opportunities for those students with the library. The First​ Year Experience librarian will also serve as a liaison to one of the MCC Schools, serving as the main point of contact between members of the School and the library. This also entails leading the library's engagement, teaching and learning, collection development, and research services for the School. The successful applicant will enter a full-time tenure-track position with a salary range that starts at $ 57,684. This position’s projected start date is July 2022.  For further information and to apply, visit https://monroecc.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=144840

The Museum of the City of New York is seeking a full‐time Institutional Archivist for an initial period of two years with extensions possible, supported by a generous grant from the Leon Levy Foundation. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the Museum’s institutional archives program and supporting preparation for the Museum’s Centennial, in 2023. Reporting directly to the Director of Collections, the Shelby White & Leon Levy Institutional Archivist will expand upon a processing plan for the institutional archives, provide access, implement an outreach strategy, identify digitization priorities, and facilitate records retention policies and procedures. Roles and Responsibilities: Serve as the custodian of all institutional archives, including, but not limited to: Respond to and oversee internal research inquiries and appointments. Facilitate records transfers from staff and incorporate them into the institutional archives. Processing Assess backlog and expand processing plan. Implement an arrangement for the institutional archives. Formalize a procedure for the removal of redundant and non‐archival records. Description Write finding aids and container lists for institutional archives. Maintain and update any existing descriptive documents as work progresses. Access and Outreach Routinely update internal stakeholders as the collection becomes available for research. Conduct regular training sessions tfamiliarize staff with retention policies and records transfer procedures. Digitization Nominate series for digitization. Future Planning Update records retention policies in accordance with current standards. Participate in any planning for the institution’s digital record-keeping. Support Centennial planning and programming as it related to the Museum’s history. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: A Master’s Degree in Information and Library Science. Dedicated coursework in archival studies and records management. At least two years post‐grad professional experience in an institutional or corporate archive. Familiarity and interest in New York City history and museums in general. Fluency in the complete MS Office suite and other digital applications. Familiarity with general object handling and preservation best practices. Highly organized, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently or collaboratively on multiple projects simultaneously. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: The position is primarily based out of the Museum’s main building located at 1220 Fifth Avenue. Food and drink are not permitted in the majority of this position’s workspace, though appropriate breaks are allowed. Work usually takes place over a 9‐5 workweek, Monday through Friday, during regular business hours. Evening and weekend work may be required at times. Must be able to handle collections objects and inspect objects and images. This position requires candidates to move about the Museum or facility while also positioning oneself to move and transport equipment up to 30 pounds. Candidate must also be comfortable ascending and descending ladders and moving oneself to a kneeling position to retrieve boxes and other items. Benefits: The position offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, life insurance, 401K and pension plan, short and long-term disability. Voluntary critical illness, accident insurance, legal services, pet insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. The Museum has a generous paid time off policy including 12 sick days per year, vacation and 12 holidays. Employment at the Museum qualifies the employee for free or discounted admissions to other participating cultural institutions. How to Apply: Please email your resume and cover letter in PDF format to the Museum of the City of New York Attention: Human Resources Department to jobs@mcny.org. To be considered, please include Institutional Archivist within the subject line of your email. In accordance with applicable law, as a term and condition of employment, all candidates must present full vaccination against COVID-19. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to Human Resources in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law.

Posting Summary: The Gottesman Libraries aspire to excellence in advancing and sharing transformative knowledge to develop informed and engaged thinkers and leaders in the educational, psychological, and health professions. Job Summary/Basic Function: The Gottesman Libraries is looking for a Part Time Circulation and User Experience Librarian, responsible for the provision of excellent service and efficient operation of circulation functions, stacks’ management, and building access. We invite applications from candidates who, through their experience, and/or service, will contribute to the diversity and advancement of the College community. This Part Time position of Circulation and User Experience Librarian, is responsible for the provision of excellent service and efficient operation of circulation functions, stacks’ management, and building access. This Part Time Librarian position will oversee the daily operation of the Library Services Desk, including scheduling of the Library Associates team; managing circulation and related library services; participating in on-demand reference services and technology-related questions; and addressing accommodations for persons with special needs. Minimum Qualifications: - Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library science program - Experience with daily operations of an academic library - Experience supervising library staff and/or students - Demonstrated ability to successfully work in a team environment - Demonstrated ability to work creatively in a rapidly changing environment - Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills - Demonstrated commitment to diversity in the workplace or community - Must be able to work evenings and weekends Preferred Qualifications: - 2-3 years of academic library experience - Experience providing assistance to library users at a single library service desk - Knowledge of Alma software - General understanding of the mission and functions of a research library and the information needs of academic users Hours: - 27 per week with a range of $34.46 to $43.08 per hour

Data Analyst (Temporary) AVP is looking for a talented and energetic Data Analyst to join our team.  AVP is a growing information innovation firm. We offer consulting, software development, and professional services to help organizations transform how they protect, manage, and use data and digital assets. We also develop and manage several software applications. We are a dynamic, multidisciplinary team who love solving big, complex, difficult problems that have a huge positive impact. We holistically straddle human, business, and technology aspects of each challenge, apply proven and rigorous approaches, and collaboratively partner with customers to innovate and overcome. Take a look at our portfolio and you’ll see what we mean. We are deeply committed to creating a more equitable and inclusive world. We pursue our values through our work, ensuring that accurate and authentic data is available and used to create breakthrough solutions and solve knotty problems. We also stand firmly committed against systemic racism and all other forms of oppression; and hold ourselves accountable for taking actions that reflect our values. With these values firmly in place, we invite potential team members who share our commitments and reflect a diverse array of lived perspectives and experiences. Read more below and apply! P.S. If you're not interested in or available for this position, but know someone who is, we would really appreciate it if you passed this along! What you will do: Identify, analyze, and interpret patterns in complex metadata sets Filter and “clean” metadata following strict guidelines Automate manipulation of metadata where possible Clean up interview transcripts Code and extract qualitative data from interviews A little about you: You have strong knowledge of Excel/Google Sheets for analyzing and manipulating data You have strong analytical skills with the ability to organize and interpret metadata content and redundancy You have an extremely strong attention to detail You have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision Knowledge of contemporary/popular music is a plus Additional Details: Hours/week: 15 hours minimum through Jun 30, 2022 Office hours: 8:30am-4:30pm Salary: $20-25/hour depending on experience  Location: Onsite at AVP office in Madison, WI or Brooklyn, NY - This is an on-site opportunity. 

Summary The Circulation Librarian assists patrons at the Circulation Desk and over telephone/email by performing procedures related to the circulation of materials and public services and by providing supervisory support in the absence of the Circulation Supervisor. Minimum Skills and Qualifications Two or more years of supervisory experience Two or more years of professional library experience ALA-accredited Master of Library Science or MLS candidacy is highly preferred. Experience with integrated library systems (preferably Sierra), reference and public services Experience with OCLC Worldshare Excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, computer proficiency, a commitment to providing superior service and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy environment Excellent teamwork, project management, and conflict resolution skills Duties and Responsibilities (Circulation, Supervisory, and Reference) Performing all Circulation Desk duties including but not limited to checking out and renewing Library materials, placing holds, collecting fines and fees, and responding to patron requests Providing backup supervision in the absence of the Circulation Supervisor by overseeing Circulation Assistants/Pages in their daily operations and ensuring smooth and secure running of the Circulation work area Providing reference services as needed Overseeing Library opening and closing procedures Assisting patrons and adjudicating conflicts Working strategically with Assistant Head Librarian and Circulation Supervisor to assess, propose, and implement improvements in Circulation workflows and procedures in support of public services Supporting interdepartmental projects and initiatives Providing basic assistance with Library computer workstations/printers and usage of/access to online resources Performing other duties as required Maintaining compliance with all Library policies and procedures Maintaining a strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and public services Physical/Environmental Requirements Sitting:  70-80% Standing/Walking:  20-30% Lifting: Occasional to frequent lifting up to 30 lbs. Sitting:  60-80% Vision:  Normal.  Requires long periods of work at computers. Environmental:           Indoor environment; Working closely with others and also independently. Occasional exposure to dust and mold. Direct Reports N/A This is a full-time position with the following schedule: Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 11am-7pm, Wed, Thu, and Fri 9am-5pm. Schedule subject to change. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed, sometimes on short notice is required. Salary is commensurate with experience and includes a benefits package including health/dental/vision plans, 403(b) defined contribution plan, flexible benefits plan, and vacation and holiday time. The New York Society Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. How to Apply Potential candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and the names of three (3) references with contact information to Meg Donabedian, Assistant Head Librarian, at mdonabedian@nysoclib.org with “Circulation Librarian” in the subject line to be considered. Visit our website at www.nysoclib.org for more information. Proof of full vaccination required About the Library The New York Society Library is a historic membership library founded in 1754. The Library today is open to all for reading, reference, and selected events, with circulation and other services by subscription. The beautiful landmarked building dates from 1917 and includes reading rooms, spaces for study, book stacks, a Children's Library, and the Assunta, Ignazio, Ada and Romano Peluso Exhibition Gallery. The Library has approximately 300,000 volumes and hosts a variety of special events, reading groups, and workshops, as well as the New York City Book Awards.

JOB SUMMARY: Assist in the delivery of library services and in daily maintenance operations. RESPONSIBILTIES: Provide reference and bibliographical services including assistance in the use of library resources and services and direction in locating information and utilizing resources and services available on and off campus. Participate in the daily operations of a library including facilities and collection maintenance, materials reception and reconciliation, and record keeping and tabulation. Assistant must make every effort to make sure the library atmosphere should be one of cooperation, civility, and collegiality. Perform other duties as assigned and contribute to the overall operating efficiency of the library. Maintain social media contacts. QUALIFICATIONS: Degrees Bachelor of Arts Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities Knowledge of bibliographic databases searching Strong customer service and organizational skills Must be able to multi-task and prioritize work Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook Travel Possible temporary coverage at Extension Site Libraries as needed. Physical Demands Able to lift up to 10 lbs. Touro College is an equal opportunity employer. Touro College treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.

The Board of Trustees of the Locust Valley Free Association Library is looking for a community-oriented and creative Library Director.  The successful candidate must possess strong communication skills, work well with the trustees, staff and public and build on our outstanding record of high quality service.  This administrator must provide vision and leadership in the position of Library Director.  The Library is located in Locust Valley on the bucolic north shore of Long Island and includes the villages of Lattingtown and parts of Matinecock and Mill Neck.  The Library district consists of 6,800 residents and has over 3,000 homes.  The Library’s budget is $1.5 million and it has a collection of over 58,000 items.  The Library is staffed with 10 full-time and 15 part-time personnel.  The Library Director reports to a seven-member board and should have public relations talent and be able to forge strong community partnerships.  Qualifications: A Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited library school, a New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate and five or more years of satisfactory professional library experience. Salary starts at $95,000 and is negotiable, based on qualifications and experience. The Library does not participate in the NYS retirement system but does contribute 10% of salary to a 403b plan with no match requirement. Please note that this library is not a civil service library, is not unionized and does not have a staff association. Please forward your resume and cover letter to Kerian Carlstrom, Board President, at search@locustvalleylibrary.org by April 30, 2022.

Columbia University Libraries seeks a Chinese Processing Archivist to arrange and describe archives and manuscript material in all formats held by the C.V. Starr East Asian Library according to local and national practices. This position is uniquely situated in that it plays a principal, integral role in both the technical services and access services pieces of Starr Library's operations. This position manages a student employee. *This is a three (3) year temporary position from date of hire with possibility for extension* Responsibilities: Processing: Arrange and describe manuscript material and archival collections in all formats (paper, photographic, electronic, audiovisual, etc.). Develop processing plans for collections, including determining level of granularity at which to process, assure appropriate housing of materials, identify and recommend materials for conservation treatment, write and edit finding aids according to DACS (Describing Archives: a Content Standard) specifications. Technical Services: Upload finding aids to ArchivesSpace. Maintain metrics on processing and submit regular reports on the ongoing processing and cataloging work. Create item-level metadata for digital objects relating to archival collections as appropriate. Triage unprocessed collections for possible use by researchers upon request. Public Service: Provide reference assistance related to the archives in process, including answering reference queries (email, telephone), and participate in supervising the Special Collections reading room. Training, Instruction, and Supervision: Train and supervise the work of a student working on archival projects. Professional Involvement and Development: participate in unit-wide, library-wide, and profession-wide planning and committee activities Administrative Tasks: Participate in staff meetings for the general staff and various smaller groups. The Search Committee will review applications and nominations and will continue to receive and review them until the position is filled. Proposed start date is negotiable.  Minimum salary: $71,000 Minimum Degree Required: Master’s Degree in Library Science or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum Qualifications: Comprehensive knowledge of archival theory and practice with at least one or more years of processing collections. Knowledge equivalent to a minimum of one graduate level course in cataloging and metadata. Familiarity and experience with ArchivesSpace or similar software equivalent to six months to two years Thorough command of the Chinese language. Strong writing and editing skills. Project management skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications: Graduate degree in an academic discipline. Working knowledge in at least one additional East Asian language. Some familiarity with other relevant metadata standards, including Dublin Core, VRA Core, METS, and MODS. Previous experience providing reference services. Some supervisory experience, including students. Some experience working with born-digital archival content. About Columbia University Libraries We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities to apply for this unique opportunity to become a part of our evolving Libraries and University community. Columbia University Libraries is a globally-recognized academic research library system, serving one of the world’s most important centers of research and learning in the most exciting and dynamic city in the world. Talented Libraries staff build, sustain, and make discoverable collections that transcend traditional boundaries of format and domain, keeping pace with a dynamic and rapidly evolving information environment and creating opportunities for users to encounter 4,000 years of human thought. Our decisions are informed by new curricula developed to meet the needs of a more diverse student body, new and emerging areas of research being conducted by a broad spectrum of researchers, including graduate students and newly-hired faculty, as well as by perspectives from the diminished or entirely lost voices of historically oppressed, marginalized, and underserved populations and communities. As an organization, the Libraries provides a supportive, connected environment where every employee’s perspective is valued and every employee is encouraged to grow. All staff members have an impact on Columbia’s mission to advance knowledge at the highest levels and make the results of research accessible to the world. Columbia University has a longstanding commitment to diversity rooted in values of inclusion and social justice, a commitment reflected in the curriculum and throughout University life. Columbia welcomes applications from candidates who share these values and who will foster their contribution to the University's educational mission. We invite applicants who have demonstrated creative approaches to empowering and mentoring staff, leading projects, solving problems, and developing user-centric programs, services, or collections. We offer salary and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.    

Westchester Library System (WLS) seeks an enthusiastic and creative candidate to fill the role of Bilingual Digital Resource Trainer (“Bilingual Trainer”). The Bilingual trainer will provide individuals with digital training, service assistance and technology training. This position is grant funded for up to 16 hours per week through October 2022.

Overview The Collections and Research Services Department is responsible for establishing a unified strategic vision for NYPL’s Research Collections. This includes aligning budget resources to support and enhance collecting priorities; formulating and implementing a clear, responsible collection management and preservation plan for the lifecycle of all research collection material; and coordinating the development and assessment of research services and systems that position the Library as a vital resource to support learning, creativity, scholarship, and enterprise. Electronic resources are a key part of the NYPL research libraries’ collections strategy, comprising a third of the annual collection budget. NYPL’s Research Libraries make major investments in electronic reference resources, frontlist academic ebooks, digitized historical newspapers and popular magazines, and select business databases. The management and oversight for electronic resources involves multiple departments at the Library, and so the Coordinator will collaborate with colleagues from BookOps’ Acquisitions, IT, Digital, Patron Experience, and public service staff to improve the user experience for NYPL’s electronic resources. The Electronic Resources Coordinator will play a pivotal role in advancing key initiatives over the coming years, including supporting the implementation of a web scale discovery product, transitioning English-language approval plans to e-preferred, and managing and expanding remote access to electronic resources.   Key Responsibilities Reporting to Collections and Research Services, the Librarian will: Support implementation of web scale discovery product for electronic resources  Assist in managing transition to e-preferred approval plan model, including assessing ebook platforms, tracking usage, and analyzing receipts Collaborate with Acquisitions, IT, and Digital staff to manage the electronic resources menu, including updating and checking links and descriptions of products Collaborate with staff in Acquisitions, ASK and IT in tracking, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues for both onsite and remote users, including calling vendors and responding to patron emails Coordinate with Cataloging and Acquisitions staff to ensure that records for e-resources, as well as SerialsSolutions analysis of holdings and linking, are loaded and updated in a timely manner Support Acquisitions and Collection Development staff in processes to trial, acquire, and renew electronic resources Contribute to optimizing processes and communication channels related to electronic resources  Collaborate with Senior Digital Analyst and others to analyze usage to ensure most effective investment in electronic resources and strategic use of budget resources Monitor trends and best practices related to electronic resource access, discoverability, licensing, assessment, and budgeting Support public service staff through training and promotion of electronic resources Promote electronic resources through the development of resource guides and blogs Required Education, Experience & Skills Required Education & Experience Master’s degree in Library and Information Science At least two years of relevant work experience in a library setting Required Skills Successfully demonstrated experience in the areas of project or resource management, problem-solving and decision-making in a collaborative and coordinated work environment Demonstrated flexibility and the ability to handle detail-oriented work Successfully demonstrated experience meeting deadlines Successfully demonstrated commitment to excellence in public service Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Successfully demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with staff across departments  Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated experience with managing electronic resources in an academic or research library environment Demonstrated experience with SerialSolutions 360 or other knowledge base products Knowledge of trends in humanities scholarship and academic publishing Department Collections This is a full time, permanent position

Drexel University Libraries is Hiring — Manager, Information Assistance   Drexel University Libraries seeks a motivated and creative manager to lead the Libraries’ Information Assistance Program. The program supports efforts to empower the Drexel community with effective processes of finding, accessing, evaluating, and using information through guidance and personal consultation. Reporting to the Director, Library Services, the manager develops quality client experiences for inquiries made via the Libraries’ cyber platform, physical sites, or directly with staff regardless of whether the expected response is a simple statement of fact, suggestion of a tool or resource, or an extended information consultation. The manager leads a team of 2-4 librarian direct reports, several matrixed librarians, and a dozen or more matrixed library staff to collaboratively work with faculty, librarians, and students to provide intuitive assistance with information. For more information and to apply, see the formal job posting via Careers at Drexel. https://careers.drexel.edu/en-us/job/497935/manager-information-assistance