Part-time: 15-20 hours a week Hofstra University seeks an innovative Adjunct Reference Librarian with subject specific knowledge in the areas of the Sciences and Computer Science to work in a collegial environment that emphasizes reference services, collection development, subject-area support via the LibShare suite of apps, and library instruction. Reporting to the Chair of the Research & Technical Services Department, the Adjunct Reference Librarian in this role will join a team of library faculty in providing reference services, collection development, subject-area support via the LibShare suite of apps, and library instruction to the Hofstra academic community. This position is for approximately 20 hours per week. Responsibilities: • Provide reference desk services • Perform collection development responsibilities • Support curricula via reference services, collection development, the LibShare suite of apps, and library instruction • Support student and faculty research in the Sciences and Computer Science • Other professional duties as assigned College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities to apply. Position requirements: • ALA-accredited MLS degree required • Reference desk experience required • Knowledge of the LibShare suite of apps required • Teaching or training experience preferred This position will be filled at either the Instructor or Assistant Professor rank. An additional graduate degree is required for an initial appointment at the Assistant Professor rank. Compensation: Initial compensation is based on academic rank at appointment. Successful candidates will have demonstrated a commitment to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion in an educational environment. Applications will be reviewed beginning February 22, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume as separate attachments by email (MS Word or pdf attachments only) to contact listed below. No phone calls, please. Prof. David Woolwine Chair, Ad Hoc Search Committee Joan & Donald E. Axinn Library 123 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549 David.Woolwine@hofstra.edu Voluntary forms for completion: https://hofstraonline.hofstra.edu/pls/HPRO/hzpkpers.P_SelectEthnRaceGndr?p_job_id=999971&p_job_date=01/20/2022  Open until filled.  

CUNY Jobs: https://cuny.jobs/queens-ny/professor-librarian-chief-librarian/13898434CAFE40208BD39DB82323523D/job/ Job Title                                      Professor (Librarian) - Chief Librarian Job ID                                          23500 Location                                      LaGuardia Community College Full/Part Time                            Full-Time Regular/Temporary              Regular  FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York/CUNY. In 2019, LaGuardia served over 30,000 students in pre-college, associate degree, and continuing education programs. Major areas of study include Health Sciences, STEM, Business and Technology, and Liberal Arts. Consistent with the diversity of Queens, 56 percent of LaGuardia students are born outside of the United States. More than half are first-generation college students.  Sixty-nine percent live in Queens; the rest come from Brooklyn and beyond. Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (88 percent), 58 percent are women, and 31 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-eight percent of LaGuardia students are Hispanic, making the college a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). Sixty-six percent of LaGuardia students receive financial aid. Slightly less than half attend part-time, often because they need to work to support their families. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in a 2017 Stanford University study.  For more information about LaGuardia Community College please visit www.laguardia.edu. Reporting to the College’s Provost, the Chief Librarian is responsible for organizing, directing and evaluating library services, information resources, policies, planning, outreach, personnel, budgets, as well as the Library facility and its online presence. This is a tenured position. The Chief Librarian will: • Serve as the principal advocate for the Library, and its faculty and staff • Oversee all aspects of Library administration including instruction and reference, public and technical services, collection management and development, institutional archives and special collections, budgeting and staff supervision, facility planning and management • Mentor and guide untenured and tenured faculty • Supervise and facilitate continued integration of new and emerging technologies in Library operations, and maintain effective local, regional, and state consortial partnerships • Establish a strategic vision that aligns the Library’s mission, goals, and objectives with the College’s Strategic Plan • Serve as Chairperson of the Library Department. Prepare faculty evaluations based on annual goals and carry out Library departmental activities related to faculty promotion and tenure • Represent the College on the CUNY Council of Chief Librarians which is charged with advancing library services across CUNY • Represent the Library on College-wide and University committees • Seek grants to enhance Library funding for systems, resources, programs, and services, and participate in other College fundraising activities • Demonstrate a record of scholarship 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 are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - At least 5 years demonstrated administrative/management experience in an academic library environment. - Understanding of and significant experience in addressing the major challenges (including technology) facing academic libraries. - Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. COMPENSATION Salary is commensurate with education and experience. 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, 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 February 17, 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. CUNY Jobs: https://cuny.jobs/queens-ny/professor-librarian-chief-librarian/13898434CAFE40208BD39DB82323523D/job/

Columbia University Libraries seeks a Digital Project and Outreach Librarian to coordinate the first phase of what will be a multi-phased Frank Lloyd Wright Digital Archive initiative. The nature of this digitization project is new to Columbia and the Digital Project and Outreach Librarian will play a pivotal role in coordinating production efforts within the Avery Architectural and Fine Arts Library as well as across CUL while negotiating needs and requirements suitable for digitizing, describing, and making accessible digital surrogates of Frank Lloyd Wright’s residential drawings. Because of the international demand for these drawings (the basis  of  Phase I), the Librarian will also define outreach and research support approaches as many of the most in-demand materials are taking offline for this project.   As this digitization project progresses, this role will also contribute to prospective considerations about future phases encompassing the entirety of the Archive. The Digital Project and Outreach Librarian sets the daily production schedule including: coordinating photo studio workflows for the project; coordinating digital asset uploads into Hyacinth, CUL’s repository/digital collection system; overseeing the development of a Frank Lloyd Wright project website; coordinating QC imaging work with the contract photographer and other project staff; initiating improvements to workflows; and, collaborating with Avery and CUL staff in promoting the project to Avery’s local, national, and international constituencies. Responsibilities: Oversees day-to-day operations of the FLW Digital Archive project including coordinating imaging schedule with contract photographer; monitors quality control and ingest workflows; coordinating work of the Technical Assistant VI including QC work and preparing materials for imaging.   Consults with FLW Digitization Project Team members on policies and workflows to manage long-term stewardship and access to the project in accordance with emerging standards and best practices. Coordinates outreach and research support efforts for the digital archive by a) contributing to the distributed reference service in Drawings & Archives; and, b) supporting research and instruction activities relating to the physical FLW Foundation Archives and the digital archive. Oversees the handling and moving of archival materials.  Assists in analyzing materials for suitability in the FLW digital archive and recommends priorities based on level of preservation risk. Logs those materials that require conservation treatment and convenes quarterly meetings to review log and needs with the conservation team. *This is a three (3) year temporary position from date of hire with possibility for extension* 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.   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 Degree Required: Master’s Degree in Library Science or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum Qualifications: Experience in a library or museum specializing in digital projects, repository or digital asset management, information services, or collection development. Demonstrated knowledge of general project management practices. Experience delivering research services to faculty, students, and researchers. Familiarity working with and handling special/archival collections. Good technical skills and flexibility to work in a dynamic and changing environment. Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Advanced studies in architectural or art history. Familiarity with national imaging and digital preservation standards and practices. Hands-on experience with digital imaging, stitching, quality control. Supervisory experience in a large, academic library is highly desirable. Minimum Salary: $73,000

Lehman College's Leonard Lief Library seeks a dynamic, creative, and experienced individual to provide strategic direction and oversight of the Technical Services Unit.  The Head of Technical Services is responsible for managing database licensing, resource allocation, acquisitions, cataloging, and materials processing.  The successful individual will: Steward the annual resource budget, arrange for database licenses, handle vendor relations, working closely with Lehman’s Finance, Accounts Payable, and Procurement Offices  Recommend and implement best practices to ensure functionality and interoperability of CUNY Libraries’ Alma-Primo discovery environment to enhance cataloging and acquisitions Develop policies and procedures for resource description expertise and participate in CUNY-wide library initiatives and projects with a resource description emphasis In collaboration with the Electronic Resources Librarian, oversee licensing of additional electronic content (eJournals and eBooks), standing orders, and monographs – with related cataloging and processing  Keep current with developments in the resource management arena, develop workflows and policies, and integrate new technologies to streamline efficient processing Supervise three support staff members who provide resource description for purchased and donated materials including monographs (print and electronic), serials, and electronic databases Provide reference and instruction services, as well as collection development responsibilities QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution.  Second Master’s required for appointment to Assistant Professor.  Candidate should possess:  superlative financial and data management acumen; knowledge of original and copy cataloging (OCLC, MARC, RDA); familiarity with online metadata and the Alma-Primo environment; as well as interest and expertise in adapting emerging technologies.  Excellent communication and supervisory skills, as well as comfort dealing with diverse constituencies. 

Brooklyn Public Library is seeking a Job Information Resource Librarian to provide quality public service in neighborhood libraries throughout BPL as well as the Business & Career Center at Central Library. The successful candidate for this position will have a commitment to working with the public and providing services essential to their economic well-being. These will include offering one-on-one resume help, presentations on job search and job readiness, skills building workshops, and referrals to workforce development and training organization. They will collaborate with colleagues to identify relevant resources and community-based organizations that can improve the outcomes for the individuals the library serves.   Responsibilities Provide personalized one-on-one career, job, and education information sessions to library users both virtually and in-person. Sessions would offer the following services: review and edit resumes and cover letters; discuss job search and career planning techniques and conduct mock interviews.  Provide these in-person services regularly at the Business & Career Center and at specified branch locations  Provide resume/job help assistance using laptops and online resources   Develop and conduct job readiness workshops at multiple library locations and offsite.  Participate in outreach and community events  Visit Adult Learning classes to provide job readiness and other relevant information sessions  Identify community partners and build relationships with workforce development, job training and community-based organizations.  Coordinate promotion of job readiness resources and services across departments and locations  Establish programming and service calendars with branch and Adult Learning staff.   Perform regular B&CC duties, including collection development and B&CC reference desks   Support BPL’s online training platforms by hosting information sessions and open computer labs.  Performs other duties as assigned  Qualifications Masters Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited library school; Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York, required  Candidates must be flexible, able to handle multiple competing priorities and tasks, adaptable to change, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment  Excellent communications and customer service skills  Strong presentation and programming skills  Knowledge of education and job information resources; working with job seekers is highly desirable  Basic understanding of current and emerging library technology and public library issues   Experience working with the public, diverse communities   Strong teamwork & teambuilding skills  Working knowledge of electronic resources including the Internet and Microsoft Office. Knowledge of career-related library databases and online learning platforms is a major plus    Bilingual skills in Spanish or other languages a plus   Ability to travel regularly to BPL branches and offsite locations  Required to work some evenings and weekends   May require the ability to carry a laptop & projector as needed  This position requires travel between different branches 

The Community Engagement Librarian and Head of External Engagement will lead the department of External Engagement which aspires to engage external communities of the Division of Libraries’ (DoL) through the development of programmatic opportunities that emphasize anti-racism and rectify inequalities. Using concepts such as critical race theory, queer theories, reparative justice models and feminist practices, to name a few, this new position will incorporate the DoL values and missions of Inclusion, Diversity, Belonging, Equity, and Accessibility (IDBEA) into our engagement practices. This tenure-track faculty position will apply critical teaching and learning practices to its engagement work, and support the coordination of current and new external partnerships. The position will also work to coordinate library-focused NYU-based engagement programs and university-wide initiatives such as NYU Welcome, NYU Reads, and Gallery exhibitions, to name a few. The Community Engagement Librarian and Head of External Engagement will have supervisory oversight of (3-6) full-time administrative staff, including the Associate Director for Annual Fund, Alumni Outreach, & External Engagement to support development, as well as the Assistant Director of Special Events to coordinate events and programming. This position will work closely with the Department of Communications to brand strategic priorities for community engagement, the Reference Services department, and Undergraduate & Instructional Services department to enhance engagement priorities in teaching and learning. This position will be required to provide periodic reference services, library instruction, and participate in Division-wide committees. Programs of the External Engagement Department include, but are not limited to fundraising, internships, mentorships, gallery exhibitions, events, and collaborative partnerships such as Friends of Bobst, and NYU's Dual Degree program with The Palmer School of Library and Information Science at Long Island University. The External Engagement Department resides in the Teaching, Learning, and Engagement subdivision, and includes a sub-department of Engagement and Development. This position will report directly to the Associate Dean for Teaching, Learning and Engagement. A list of duties is below: Hiring, training, and evaluating 3-6 full-time administrative professional administrative employees within the External Engagement department Manage and coordinate engagement offerings, supporting library-based programming and outreach to students and external communities. Formulate and continue partnerships with community organizations as well as NYU-based schools, centers, and institutes, such as LIU Palmer School of Library and Information Science, to plan and deliver library programs and services to a broad range of community members, both within and outside the library. Steer student engagement activities including but site-based welcome programming such as tabling, student-club engagement, and library tours in collaboration with library committee members and partners Explore new types of engagement programs such as fellowships, internships, exhibitions, residencies, mentorship, symposia, conferences, co-sponsorships, and events, in a collaborative manner with cross-functional teams both in and beyond the library. Establishes engagement goals, objectives, and performance targets aligned with the institutional strategic plan and priorities. Support budgetary projections to meet goals. Maintain and report statistics/metrics for evaluation of library engagement programs. Provide in-person and virtual reference desk service, library instruction, and orientation sessions. Participate in and chair committees, and develop policies and procedures as needed. Produce research and scholarship as a requirement for tenure. NYU Cluster Hiring Initiative NYU Libraries is participating in the NYU Faculty Cluster Hiring Initiative to recruit, welcome, and support new library faculty working across the Division on timely themes of social importance, such as Inequality and Anti-racism, Population Health and Health Equity, Open Science and the Public Good, and Urban Environments and Politics. NYU Libraries will use the cluster-hire approach to address our goal of building a more diverse faculty community in a concerted way, with the full weight of the University’s recruitment and retention toolkit. It also allows us to mobilize our internal resources, including onboarding, cohort mentoring, and measures to protect time for research and service, and bring them to bear to ensure the success of new hires. For full details about the Libraries cluster hiring initiative, see this link. This particular position is part of our Centering Underrepresented Voices: Anti-Racist Practices in Libraries and Archives cluster. The positions in the cluster are strategically placed in three core areas of librarianship: collections and subject expertise, description and discovery, and engagement and outreach. The cluster will center underrepresented communities' voices by bringing in new collections of African American and Black Diaspora Studies materials in all formats, creating anti-racist descriptive and metadata practices to support the discovery an use of these collections, and promulgating engagement and research services that draw on and support the growth of new knowledge. By approaching collections curation, description, and research support through a lens of inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity, and accessibility (IDBEA), we create a set of interlocking and cohesive supports that enrich the scholarly lives of our communities. Qualifications  Required  Minimum one graduate degree (master’s level or higher), by start date, for consideration. A second graduate degree will be required to be eligible for tenure. One of the two graduate degrees must be an ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent. Experience managing community engagement projects and/or events. Knowledge of trends and issues in library engagement and outreach services. Ability to work collaboratively and contribute effectively as a member of a team. Commitment to public service, strong problem-solving skills, as well as effective customer service skills. Demonstrated commitment to critical librarianship, and values of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Belonging, and Accessibility. Preferred   Active participation in professional communities of practice and toward continuous professional development Exhibition coordination experience Supervisory experience Experience in donor relations and stewardship About NYU Libraries The Division of Libraries values diversity among its faculty, is committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community, and strongly encourages applications from members of underrepresented communities. We are proud of our organizational culture and are committed​ ​to​ ​building​ ​and sustaining​​ ​diverse,​ ​inclusive,​ ​and equitable​ ​organization​ that supports a sense of belonging for the staff and communities we serve. For more information regarding the Libraries’ commitment to IDBE, see the Libraries’ Mission & Values Statement, our Diversity and Inclusion Values Statement, and our Commitment to Anti-Racism. Salary/Benefits: Faculty status, attractive benefits package including five weeks annual vacation. Salary commensurate with experience and background. Faculty at NYU, including in the Division of Libraries, have always enjoyed relative flexibility in their work, allowing for moments of remote work as appropriate.  Application Instructions We would love to hear from you! To ensure consideration, submit your CV and letter of application, including the contact information of three professional references to http://apply.interfolio.com/101157 NYU Division of Libraries requires all candidates for this position to supply a statement demonstrating their dedication to inclusion, diversity, equity, and belonging as part of their application. Access the Diversity Statement prompt here https://nyu.box.com/v/diversity-statement Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications received by February 24. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

NYU Shanghai is currently inviting applications for the position of Reference and Research Services Librarian for Social Sciences and Economics. The successful candidate will establish strong relationships with faculty and students in the social sciences disciplines, and connect them to the services, content and tools that meet their research, teaching and learning needs. We seek candidates who have the capacity to thrive in a fast developing environment, and have enthusiasm for building more experience on the job. Working in a collaborative environment, this position serves as the Library’s primary liaison to faculty and students in Social Sciences and Economics programs and research institutes. The incumbent Provides in-person, chat and email reference services and research consultations to members of the NYU community, with a focus on social sciences and economics resources and datasets. Develops research guides and provides in-person and virtual instruction in identifying, accessing and using library and open resources, and datasets.  Provides specialized research and instructional support such as systematic review and meta-analysis to students and faculty in social science programs as needed.  Stays current with social sciences and economics research (e.g. methods and data resources); builds collections in all formats that support teaching and research. Participates in library orientation programs and general information literacy instructions as needed.  Develops responsive outreach and other information services; and takes a leadership role on projects and initiatives as appropriate. Partners with colleagues at NYU New York, NYU Abu Dhabi, and across NYU’s global network to implement and enhance programs & services. Participates in library and system-wide committees and professional activities outside of the University. Qualifications Education ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent graduate LIS degree required. Second master’s degree in a subject area relevant to the NYU Shanghai academic program preferred. Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong commitment to reference service, library instruction and information literacy principles. Previous experience in reference service, collection development and library instruction in academic libraries, preferably in a research library. Demonstrated experience providing strong customer service and quality services, including developing creative solutions in responsible areas to support and engage users. Familiarity with social sciences and economics research resources and tools.  Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of qualitative data tools preferred. High proficiency in oral and written English; ability to read and speak Chinese preferred. Experience working in a culturally diverse environment and/or prior international experience preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated social sciences and/or economics subject experience in an academic library environment; or an advanced degree in related discipline.   Application Instructions Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three professional references.  Priority will be given to applications received before February 15, 2022. If you have any questions, please email the NYU Shanghai NY Office of Faculty Recruitment shanghai.faculty.recruitment@nyu.edu.  Terms of employment at NYU Shanghai are comparable to NYU New York and other U.S. institutions.    About NYU Shanghai NYU Shanghai is the third degree-granting campus within New York University’s global network. It is the first higher education joint venture in China authorized to grant degrees that are accredited in the U.S. as well as in China. All teaching is conducted in English. A research university with liberal arts and science at its core, NYU Shanghai resides in one of the world's great cities with a vibrant intellectual community. NYU Shanghai recruits scholars of the highest caliber who are committed to NYU's global vision of transformative teaching and innovative research and who embody the global society in which we live.  NYU’s global network includes degree-granting campuses in New York, Shanghai, and Abu Dhabi, complemented by fourteen additional academic centers across five continents. Faculty and students circulate within the network in pursuit of common research interests and cross-cultural, interdisciplinary endeavors, both local and global. For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr. About the Social Sciences at NYU Shanghai NYU Shanghai offers degree programs in Economics, Social Work, and nine tracks in the Social Sciences, including anthropology, environmental studies, global health, international relations, political economy, politics, psychology, sociology, and urban studies. These programs integrate a range of perspectives and methodologies to approach social phenomena, and utilize analytical, ethnographic, experimental, interpretive, and statistical tools in teaching, learning and scholarship.  About the NYU Shanghai Library The Library of NYU Shanghai will deliver and coordinate a wide range of academic services that support the teaching, learning and research of NYU Shanghai’s faculty and students. Drawing on the resources of the libraries at NYU New York, the NYU Shanghai library provides an opportunity to create a forward-looking 21st century library program and facility to serve a culturally diverse and academically talented population. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement NYU Shanghai is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from under-represented individuals in the profession, across color, creed, race, ethnic and national origin, physical ability, and gender and sexual identity. NYU Shanghai affirms the value of differing perspectives on the world as we strive to build the strongest possible university with the widest reach.

Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located within Archives Management Unit, Archives and Records Management Section (ARMS), Facilities and Commercial Activities Service (FCAS), Division of Administration (DOA) in the Department of Operational Support. Information Management Assistants reports to the Unit Chief. The Department of Operational Support was established to provide operational advisory services to operating entities across the Secretariat, including other departments, offices away from headquarters, field missions, and regional commissions. The Facilities and Commercial Activities Service (FCAS) operates the Headquarters complex, striving to provide effective and efficient planning, management, maintenance and operation for all existing physical facilities and assets at the UN Headquarters, New York. FCAS also supports office and conference facilities, property management, travel and transportation services, archives and records management, mail and pouch operations, catering, giftshop and the United Nations Postal Administration. The Archives and Records Management Section (ARMS) identifies, preserves and provides access to those records that document the history of the United Nations. ARMS is responsible for all aspects of UN record-keeping, ranging from measures to ensure that United Nations officials create records in the course of their duties, through the management of records in United Nations offices, to preserving and making records of continuing value accessible as United Nations archives. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Information Management Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: • Supports archival arrangement and description operations by identifying, planning and overseeing projects in consultation with Section archivists and/or in liaison with contractual archivists. • Undertakes archival arrangement and description projects by researching administrative histories and providing records content analysis for purposes of series description preparation and appraisal determinations; arranges records and prepares archival descriptions according to standards and database protocols. • Oversees reference and research operations by servicing on-site and remote researchers, including the supervision of reference staff in records identification, retrieval and reproduction and digitization services. • Provides curatorial and database management for artworks and archival photograph collections. • Coordinates access and declassification reviews by screening records for security-classified materials, preparing declassification review requests and updating the Section’s database. • Facilitates the periodic transfer of scheduled records into the Archives by liaising with Secretariat and overseas offices; ensures the completeness and accuracy of transfer documentation; and provides assistance to Secretariat staff in transfer preparations. • Oversees records accessioning operations by supervising staff in receiving transfers; applies retention schedules and links to previous accessions; and breaks accessions into records series and registers identifiers in the Section’s database. • Oversees records center operations by overseeing space allocations and associated accessions and database updating; responds to emergency disasters; and monitors environmental quality controls and arranges for the resolution of problems. • Oversees disposals by liaising with relevant Secretariat staff and off-site storage and paper recycling companies; prepares background information for the review of archivists and implementing retention schedules; supervises the staging of records for disposal; and updates the Section database. • Oversees contractually stored records by facilitating the establishment of contracts and monitoring compliance; prepares and arranges records for transfer to commercial storage; applies retention schedules and initiating reappraisals and disposals in consultation with archivists; registers actions in the Section database; and provides reference service. • Maintains statistics on service and workload measures. • Guides and supervises more junior General Service staff. • Provides administrative support for the section and unit chiefs and undertakes other duties as assigned. Competencies Professionalism Knowledge of electronic record keeping and relevant information systems and networks. Ability to undertake independent research, maintain records in a systematic fashion and to retrieve necessary materials with maximum speed and accuracy. Ability to identify and assess issues and develop accurate retrieval tools for relevant records. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. Education High school diploma or equivalent is required.   Work Experience Minimum 7 years of experience in archives, electronic records management, or related area is required. Experience working as a processing archivist is desirable. Experience providing archival reference services is desirable. Experience working with the records of an international organization is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desriable. Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview. Special Notice Appointment or assignment against this position is for an initial period of one year. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for selection consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Applicants who have not passed the GGST at the time of application may be invited for the test after submitting an application. Staff members who were granted a fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment as a result of having passed a predecessor test recognized by the Office of Human Resources Management, and who have continuously held such appointments, are not required to take the new test. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.   United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General. Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. 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Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located within the Archives and Records Management Section (ARMS), Facilities and Commercial Activities Service (FCAS), Division of Administration (DOA) in the Department of Operational Support. Information Management Assistants are under the overall supervision of the Unit Chief. The Department of Operational Support was established to provide operational advisory services to operating entities across the Secretariat, including other departments, offices away from headquarters, field missions, and regional commissions. The Facilities and Commercial Activities Service (FCAS) operates the Headquarters complex, striving to provide effective and efficient planning, management, maintenance and operation for all existing physical facilities and assets at the UN Headquarters, New York. FCAS also supports office and conference facilities, property management, travel and transportation services, archives and records management, mail and pouch operations, catering, giftshop and the United Nations Postal Administration. The Archives and Records Management Section (ARMS) identifies, preserves and provides access to those records that document the history of the United Nations. ARMS is responsible for all aspects of UN record-keeping, ranging from measures to ensure that United Nations officials create records in the course of their duties, through the management of records in United Nations offices, to preserving and making records of continuing value accessible as United Nations archives. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Information Management Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: • Supports external reference services by scheduling research appointments, drafting routine responses to enquiries for approval of the Section archivists. • Supports all aspects of the digitization of archival records conducted by ARMS under the guidance and supervision of the Section’s archivists. • Participates in maintaining the Section’s reference database. • Creates and maintains manual accession records and provides information to other Section staff in support of reference and archival arrangement and description activities. • Oversees internal records retrieval, loan, digitization and staff clearance operations. • Registers the Section’s incoming and outgoing records in electronic record keeping system. • Maintains the Section’s paper-based and electronic central file system by creating new folders, applying disposition instructions and tracking file circulation. • Participates in records and archives management projects in Secretariat offices, assembles records and creates electronic file lists in preparation for records transfer and arranges for their transportation from offices to non-current storage. • Assists in accessioning, disposition, description, and database updating activities as they relate to the Section records and archives related projects. • Performs clearinghouse functions concerning maintenance of accession, disposal and location elements of the Section database. • Supports disposition operations by liaising with records-originating offices on transfer procedures and documentation; and analyzes retention schedules and precedents in support of disposition decisions. • Liaises with document processing services with respect to preparation, reproduction and distribution of documents and publications. • Orders and follows-up on shipment of documents, reference materials, stationery and necessary equipment to various sites. • Provides document delivery services as required. • Conducts research as requested by more senior staff. • Provides relevant technical support to users of information services. • Provides administrative support for the Unit and Section Chiefs and undertakes other duties as assigned. Competencies Professionalism :Knowledge of electronic record keeping and relevant information systems and networks. Ability to undertake research, maintain records in a systematic fashion and to retrieve necessary materials with maximum speed and accuracy. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. Education High school diploma or equivalent required. Job - Specific Qualification Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for selection consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Applicants who have not passed the GGST at the time of application may be invited for the test after submitting an application. Staff members who were granted a fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment as a result of having passed a predecessor test recognized by the Office of Human Resources Management, and who have continuously held such appointments, are not required to take the new test Work Experience Minimum 5 years of experience in archives, electronic record management or related area is required. Experience working with permanent archival records is desirable. Experience supporting archival reference services is desirable. Experience working with the records of an international organization is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable. Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview Special Notice Appointment or assignment against this position is for an initial period of one year. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.  

Join an innovative and collaborative team at one of Philadelphia’s most vibrant research libraries. Temple University Libraries seeks an enthusiastic, patron-focused life-long learner to become our Public Health and Social Sciences Librarian. The position is based at our new, state-of-the-art main library and will support several programs in Temple University’s groundbreaking College of Public Health. Interested candidates from diverse backgrounds, including academic, corporate, biomedical and health sciences are encouraged to apply. Temple University Libraries serves the Temple community and beyond, including more than 37,000 students; over 2,000 full-time faculty; and researchers and visitors on Main, Center City, and Health Sciences Center campuses in Philadelphia and on our Ambler and Harrisburg campuses. We are committed to providing research and learning services, offering open access to our facilities and information resources, and fostering innovation and experimentation. Our collections total more than four million physical and digital titles, over 275,000 print and electronic journal subscriptions, and more than 700 research databases. We also collect, preserve, and provide access to a broad universe of special collections, including rare books, manuscripts, archives, photographs, and more. As part of our library enterprise, the award-winning Temple University Press supports our mission to advance learning and scholarship. For more information about Temple and Philadelphia, visit http://www.temple.edu/about/.    Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Head of Business, Social Sciences, and Education, the Public Health and Social Sciences Librarian serves as the subject librarian for Public Health and Social Work, and participates in the library’s systematic review service. The Librarian provides general reference and specialized research support for students, staff, and faculty in person and virtually, by appointment and upon request. Develops instructional materials and counsels faculty in developing effective information literacy assignments and activities.  Delivers library instruction to students in the disciplines and general education curriculum. Engages with faculty in their assigned liaison departments or programs and with the wider campus community through outreach and promotional activities, including committee participation and attendance at collegial meetings and events.  Develops and manages electronic and print collections in assigned subject areas. Authors research guides and instructional materials for courses and general subject area. Performs other duties as assigned.   Required Education and Experience: ALA accredited MLS. Five years’ experience as a health science, social work, or academic librarian. Experience designing and delivering innovative information and multi-literacy instruction. Experience providing research support. Experience in an academic library, medical library, or other experience supporting public health curricula and research.  Information literacy teaching experience.  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.   Required Skills and Abilities: Excellent interpersonal skills and a customer service orientation. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Demonstrated commitment to providing responsive research and reference services to a diverse population of students, faculty and staff. Expertise with social and health science research and data sources. Expertise in collection development practices for the health sciences. Ability to stay abreast of latest trends in academic and health librarianship, higher education and other fields relevant to maintaining professional expertise.   Preferred Skills and Abilities: Medical Library Association's (MLA) Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP) certification.  Graduate or undergraduate degree in a health or social science discipline.  Expert searching experience to support systematic, scoping and other types of evidence synthesis reviews Experience providing library public services support to other disciplines, such as business, or other social science or science fields Analytical skills for working with qualitative and/or quantitative data Demonstrated ability to lead and manage projects. Experience with universal design for learning, web and technology accessibility and usability standards Experience with Springshare products   Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation allowance.    To apply: To apply for this position, please visit www.temple.edu, click on Careers at Temple at the bottom of the home page, and reference 21004424: https://temple.taleo.net/careersection/tu_ex_staff/jobdetail.ftl?job=21004424  For full consideration, please submit your completed electronic application, along with a cover letter and resume. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to cultural diversity.

New York University Libraries is seeking a librarian to support the needs of data-intensive financial and economic researchers at New York University (NYU). The Financial & Economic Data Analysis Librarian guides faculty, students, and staff with data analysis software; statistical and qualitative data analysis techniques; and data collection, management, and visualization. This position conceptualizes, develops, deploys, and assesses frontline data support services tailored to members of the Stern School of Business and the broader business, economics, and entrepreneurship research community at NYU. The successful candidate may serve as the primary subject liaison to one or more departments at NYU, depending upon background and interest. The Financial & Economic Data Analysis Librarian position is a tenure-track position that reports to the Head of the Library’s Business, Economics, and Entrepreneurship department. This individual will collaborate closely with peers inside the Division of Libraries and across related units within the greater University. Collaboration, instruction, and data support services will incorporate critical analyses of data that unveil and respond to deep-seated social inequalities, and will be informed by Division-wide commitments to diversity and inclusion and anti-racism. The Financial & Economic Data Analysis Librarian will participate in library-wide committees, activities, and special projects, especially those involving data. The successful candidate will maintain awareness of data-focused initiatives across business as a discipline, engage in professional development, and develop a personal research itinerary that includes scholarly output for tenure. Research Faculty Librarians set their own active research agenda, contributing their expertise, experiences, and investigations to build new knowledge in an environment that values academic freedom. The Financial & Economic Data Analysis Librarian will be well positioned to make substantive contributions to research in any number of areas. Examples of areas of focus could include, but are in no way limited to: data literacy and the acquisition of data-analysis skills; critical analysis of the use and misuse of data in contemporary society; the role of the librarian in supporting analysis to understand policy, economic, or business-based questions and problems; the impact of data collection practices or the gaps in available data on underrepresented populations; the role of data in public-policy planning, particularly in urban contexts; etc. NYU Cluster Hiring Initiative NYU Libraries is participating in the NYU Faculty Cluster Hiring Initiative to recruit, welcome, and support new library faculty working across the Division on timely themes of social importance, such as Inequality and Anti-racism, Population Health and Health Equity, Open Science and the Public Good, and Urban Environments and Politics. NYU Libraries will use the cluster-hire approach to address our goal of building a more diverse faculty community in a concerted way, with the full weight of the University’s recruitment and retention toolkit. It also allows us to mobilize our internal resources, including onboarding, cohort mentoring, and measures to protect time for research and service, and bring them to bear to ensure the success of new hires. For full details about the Libraries cluster hiring initiative, see this link. This particular position is part of our Politics of Space: Data, the City, and Structures of Inequality cluster. Cities are a register of deep-seated social inequality, often understood through quantitative data analysis and data visualization. NYU Libraries’ Politics of Space cluster looks outward and imagines expanded capacity for urban economics and education disciplines, moored by holistic support for data analysis and visualization across the disciplines at NYU. This cluster hire anticipates a burgeoning need for information and research technology expertise for those in urban studies-adjacent disciplines at NYU, including sociology of education, educational leadership, and entrepreneurship and innovation. Qualifications Required Minimum 1 graduate degree (master’s level or higher) for consideration. A second graduate degree will be required for tenure review. One of the two graduate degrees must be an ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent. Experience in quantitative data analysis, use of datasets, or in supporting researchers engaged in quantitative data work; familiarity with common software tools used to conduct this type of research. Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and intercultural communication skills. Strong analytical, quantitative, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills, especially in a research context. Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, belonging, and accessibility within teaching and learning. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a service-oriented environment.  Preferred Experience providing data-focused teaching, training, and research support in an academic, corporate, or other context. Fluency with one or more common tools used by researchers to work with business, financial, and economic data, e.g. Excel, SAS, R, STATA, Python, etc. Familiarity with major financial data products, including but not limited to: WRDS (CRSP, IBES, TAQ), Bloomberg, Refinitiv Workspace/Eikon, CapitalIQ, Datastream, FactSet, etc. Graduate or undergraduate degree in a relevant quantitative field e.g. finance, economics, data science, or related quantitative experience. Demonstrated understanding of current and emerging trends in the scholarship of business and finance. About NYU Libraries The Division of Libraries values diversity among its faculty, is committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community, and strongly encourages applications from members of underrepresented communities. We are proud of our organizational culture and are committed​ ​to​ ​building​ ​and sustaining​​ a​ ​diverse,​ ​inclusive,​ ​and equitable​ ​organization​ that supports a sense of belonging for the staff and communities we serve. For more information regarding the Libraries’ commitment to IDBE, see the Libraries’ Mission & Values Statement, our Diversity and Inclusion Values Statement, and our Commitment to Anti-Racism. Salary/Benefits: Faculty status, attractive benefits package including five weeks annual vacation. Salary commensurate with experience and background. Faculty at NYU, including in the Division of Libraries, have always enjoyed relative flexibility in their work, allowing for moments of remote work as appropriate. Application Instructions We would love to hear from you! To ensure consideration, submit your CV and letter of application, including the contact information of three professional references to http://apply.interfolio.com/101104 NYU Division of Libraries requires all candidates for this position to supply a statement demonstrating their dedication to inclusion, diversity, equity, and belonging as part of their application. Access the Diversity Statement prompt here https://nyu.box.com/v/diversity-statement Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications received by February 21. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

New York University Libraries is seeking two librarians to support the Health Sciences: the Librarian for Nursing will support the Rory Meyers School of Nursing and the Librarian for Allied Health will support Steinhardt’s Allied Health programs for Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Communication Sciences and Disorders. Applicants can apply for one or both positions with a single application through this advertisement. Both of these positions are tenure-track. The Librarians for Health Sciences will provide in-depth information services to both on-campus and online students, connecting them to the services and information-seeking tools that meet their research, teaching, and learning needs throughout the research life cycle. Nursing and Allied Health students are highly diverse in cultural background, professional experience, age, and geographically, and are often representative of the health professionals centered in New York City. These two positions will address the needs of researchers (including methodological, ethical, and impact concerns) as well as future practitioners (including clinical point-of-care tools, openly available research, and lifelong learning). They will be central to supporting: research and learning in health equity;  the use of evidence and systematic methodologies in these fields;  the growing need for strong data and statistical skills; and  the development of curricula that promote multiple literacies across varying cultural contexts with an explicitly anti-racist lens  As the primary liaisons to the health science programs outside of the Langone Health enterprise and Grossman School of Medicine, these two positions are part of the Health, Education, and Human Development Team within the Research & Research Services subdivision in the Division of Libraries. Library liaisons at NYU contribute to the educational mission by establishing strong relationships with and support services for undergraduate through doctoral level students, faculty, and clinicians. They are expected to work closely with Division of Libraries colleagues across the sciences as well as with librarians at the NYU Health Sciences Library.  Research Faculty Librarians also carry out their own active research agenda, contributing their expertise, experiences, and investigations to build new knowledge in their chosen areas. Librarians have wide latitude in determining their research agendas, and the Librarians for Health Sciences would find themselves well positioned to make substantive contributions to research in a number of areas, including, but in no way limited to, systemic biases and inequities in scientific information culture, the role of misinformation and literacy in healthcare and science, and much more. NYU Cluster Hiring Initiative NYU Libraries is participating in the NYU Faculty Cluster Hiring Initiative to recruit, welcome, and support new library faculty working across the Division on timely themes of social importance, such as Inequality and Anti-racism, Population Health and Health Equity, Open Science and the Public Good, and Urban Environments and Politics. NYU Libraries will use the cluster-hire approach to address our goal of building a more diverse faculty community in a concerted way, with the full weight of the University’s recruitment and retention toolkit. It also allows us to mobilize our internal resources, including onboarding, cohort mentoring, and measures to protect time for research and service, and bring them to bear to ensure the success of new hires. For full details about the Libraries cluster hiring initiative, see this link. These particular positions are part of our Health and Scientific Literacy, Openness, and Equity cluster, which lies at the intersection of information science, health and scientific literacy, and social justice. The three positions in this cluster focus on equity within scientific information culture writ large, and support NYU research and curricular needs in the basic and health sciences, with an emphasis on equity, information literacy, and open scholarship. Two of the positions sit in the Libraries’ Health Sciences department and focus specifically on health equity and health information literacy, while the third position sits in the Libraries’ Science department, focusing on scientific literacy and open scholarship and bridging natural, computational, and health sciences disciplines. All three positions address an increased demand for health and science expertise at NYU that specifically engages with profound disparities around health and scientific literacy, access to information, and the politics of information.  Qualifications  Required  Minimum one graduate degree (master’s level or higher), conferred by start date, for consideration. A second graduate degree will be required to be eligible for tenure. One of the two graduate degrees must be an ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent. Demonstrated engagement with one or more fields germane to this position, including health, nursing, allied health, or similar Experience in a library, research, or clinical setting that demonstrates a commitment to the mission of research libraries (e.g., providing researcher support, building research collections, and creating programming) Demonstrated fluency in using and consulting with others in the use of biomedical databases (e.g., PubMed, CINAHL) Experience teaching or training in any learning environment Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, belonging, and accessibility within teaching and learning Demonstrated dedication to public or customer service  Comfort operating in a virtual environment with standard tools (e.g., Zoom, Meet, Teams) Preferred Experience with research methods (e.g. quantitative, qualitative, geospatial, or interdisciplinary data-driven methods) and evidence syntheses (e.g. systematic reviews or meta-analyses) Experience working across organizational boundaries and managing complex stakeholder groups Fluency with large, public datasets in this domain, and experience crafting pedagogy that invites learners to integrate data into health, social, or policy analysis Knowledge of issues, practices, trends, and technologies that support inclusive teaching and learning, including critical pedagogy and antiracist and/or feminist approaches About NYU Libraries The Division of Libraries values diversity among its faculty, is committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community, and strongly encourages applications from members of underrepresented communities. We are proud of our organizational culture and are committed​ ​to​ ​building​ ​and sustaining​​ ​diverse,​ ​inclusive,​ ​an equitable​ ​organization​ that supports a sense of belonging for the staff and communities we serve. For more information regarding the Libraries’ commitment to IDBE, see the Libraries’ Mission & Values Statement, our Diversity and Inclusion Values Statement, and our Commitment to Anti-Racism. Salary/Benefits: Faculty status, attractive benefits package including five weeks annual vacation. Salary commensurate with experience and background. Faculty at NYU, including in the Division of Libraries, have always enjoyed relative flexibility in their work, allowing for moments of remote work as appropriate.  Application Instructions We would love to hear from you! To ensure consideration, submit your CV and letter of application, including the contact information of three professional references to https://apply.interfolio.com/100593 Please indicate in your letter of application which position you are applying for, or if you would like to be considered for both. NYU Division of Libraries requires all candidates for this position to supply a statement demonstrating their dedication to inclusion, diversity, equity, and belonging as part of their application. Access the Diversity Statement prompt here https://nyu.box.com/v/diversity-statement Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications received by March 10, 2022. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity  

New York University Libraries is seeking a librarian to provide guidance, tools, and services to better meet the needs of faculty and students across the sciences, with a strong focus on scientific literacy and the values of equity, openness, and privacy. The Librarian for Open Science will work creatively with colleagues to implement and enhance STEM-focused instruction, programs, and services, deliver physical and virtual reference and consultation services, and take a leadership role on projects and initiatives. The person in this position should have a strong public service orientation, knowledge of library technologies and systems used in the sciences, and an understanding of the issues surrounding open science, scholarly publishing, and communications in STEM fields. The Librarian for Open Science will work closely with colleagues within the Sciences, Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Data Services, Scholarly Communications and Information Policy, and Engineering departments. As part of the Science Research Services team, the Librarian for Open Science contributes to the Libraries educational mission by establishing strong relationships with undergraduate through doctoral level students and faculty; providing in-depth information services to both on-campus and online students; and connecting our communities to the services and information seeking tools that meet their research, teaching, and learning needs throughout the research life cycle. This Librarian may serve as Liaison to one or more academic units, while also contributing to Science Research Services’ efforts to sustain a set of services broadly applicable to scientific communities at NYU, including support of scientific openness, social impact, and scientific communication; research collaborations workflows (including transdisciplinary, translational, and team science); data privacy, ethics, and consent; and community, citizen, and Indigenous contribution to the scientific record. Research Faculty librarians also explore their own active research agenda, contributing their expertise, experiences, and investigations to build new knowledge in their chosen areas. Librarians have wide latitude in determining their research agendas, and the Librarian for Open Science would find themselves well positioned to make substantive contributions to research in a number of areas, including, but not limited to, equitable and ethical research service provision, identifying and challenging bias in natural, computational, and health sciences research and publishing, mitigation of “information privilege,” and other topics at the intersection of scientific information and equity. NYU Cluster Hiring Initiative NYU Libraries is participating in the NYU Faculty Cluster Hiring Initiative to recruit, welcome, and support new library faculty working across the Division on timely themes of social importance, such as Inequality and Anti-racism, Population Health and Health Equity, Open Science and the Public Good, and Urban Environments and Politics. NYU Libraries will use the cluster-hire approach to address our goal of building a more diverse faculty community in a concerted way, with the full weight of the University’s recruitment and retention toolkit. It also allows us to mobilize our internal resources, including onboarding, cohort mentoring, and measures to protect time for research and service, and bring them to bear to ensure the success of new hires. For full details about the Libraries cluster hiring initiative, see this link. This particular position is part of our Health and Scientific Literacy, Openness, and Equity cluster, which lies at the intersection of information science, health and scientific literacy, and social justice. The three positions in this cluster focus on equity within scientific information culture writ large, and support NYU research and curricular needs in the natural, computational, and health sciences, with an emphasis on equity, information literacy, and open scholarship. Two of the positions sit in the Libraries’ Health Sciences department and focus specifically on health equity and health information literacy while the third position sits in the Libraries’ Science Research Services department, focusing on scientific literacy and open scholarship and bridging the natural, computational, and health sciences fields.  All three positions address an increased demand for health and science expertise at NYU that specifically engages with profound disparities around health and scientific literacy, access to information, and the politics of information.   Qualifications  Required  Minimum one graduate degree (master’s level or higher), conferred by start date, for consideration. A second graduate degree will be required to be eligible for tenure. One of the two graduate degrees must be an ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent. Demonstrated engagement with one or more STEM fields germane to this position, also including computer science or engineering, data science, science and technology studies, etc.  Experience with instruction, including current knowledge of critical pedagogy, antiracist and/or feminist approaches Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity, and accessibility within teaching, learning, and/or research services Experience providing in-person and/or virtual reference and consultation services for STEM communities Demonstrated knowledge of library technologies and systems used in STEM fields Preferred   Experience in a library or research setting that demonstrates a commitment to the mission of research libraries (e.g., providing researcher support, building research collections, creating programming that furthers the mission of a research community) Knowledge of the challenges and opportunities surrounding open science, scholarly publishing, and communications in STEM fields Experience working across organizational boundaries with complex stakeholder groups Experience with STEM research and/or scientific datasets Experience practicing and/or supporting rigor and reproducibility Experience crafting pedagogy that invites learners to integrate data into health, social, or policy analysis About NYU Libraries The Division of Libraries values diversity among its faculty, is committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community, and strongly encourages applications from members of underrepresented communities. We are proud of our organizational culture and are committed​ ​to​ ​building​ ​and sustaining​​ ​diverse,​ ​inclusive,​ ​an equitable​ ​organization​ that supports a sense of belonging for the staff and communities we serve. For more information regarding the Libraries’ commitment to IDBE, see the Libraries’ Mission & Values Statement, our Diversity and Inclusion Values Statement, and our Commitment to Anti-Racism. Salary/Benefits: Faculty status, attractive benefits package including five weeks annual vacation. Salary commensurate with experience and background. Faculty at NYU, including in the Division of Libraries, have always enjoyed relative flexibility in their work, allowing for moments of remote work as appropriate.  Application Instructions We would love to hear from you! To ensure consideration, submit your CV and letter of application, including the contact information of three professional references to http://apply.interfolio.com/101097 . NYU Division of Libraries requires all candidates for this position to supply a statement demonstrating their dedication to inclusion, diversity, equity, and belonging as part of their application. Access the Diversity Statement prompt here https://nyu.box.com/v/diversity-statement Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications received by March 15. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

NYU Libraries is seeking a tenure-track faculty librarian to support the creation and maintenance of metadata for audiovisual resources. NYU’s growing collections currently comprise 175,000 audio recordings, 75,000 video recordings, and over 100 streaming media subscriptions in addition to ongoing audiovisual digitization projects. This position will be responsible for describing these materials according to national cataloging standards and will contribute towards library initiatives making  audiovisual resources discoverable and accessible to a wider user community. NYU pursues broader library efforts including cooperative cataloging (PCC), authority control (NACO / SACO) and linked data (Wikidata). As a member of the Metadata Strategy Unit, this position reports to the Metadata Strategist, Team Lead of the Metadata Strategy Unit in the department of Knowledge Access (KA) responsible for cataloging and metadata services.  The Audiovisual Metadata Librarian will develop metadata application guidelines to optimize resource discovery and access, create sustainable metadata strategies to support digital preservation workflows, and promote the development of diverse, inclusive and equitable metadata through strategic community engagement and collaborative description workflows for collections representing traditionally underrepresented communities. In addition, this librarian will work closely with professional communities beyond NYU to promote the development of inclusive and representative metadata schema and vocabularies as well as conduct research in the area of inclusive and anti-racist descriptive practices. Read more about NYU librarians doing this work here: https://guides.nyu.edu/archival-collections-management/inclusive This position’s responsibilities may include: Cataloging materials in a variety of formats including but not limited to DVDs, analog video, digital audio / video recordings, and electronic resources. Creating MARC and non-MARC metadata in compliance with standards such Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR2) or Resource Description and Access (RDA).  Applying controlled vocabulary terms such as from Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) / Name Authority File (LCNAF) / Genre and Form Terms (LCGFT), Getty Art & Architecture Thesaurus (AAT), or Wikidata.  Collaborating with subject specialists to provide alternative solutions for inclusive metadata (e.g. multilingual names and subject headings, SACO lite) in response to the strategic priority of inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity, and accessibility (IDBEA).  Remediating legacy metadata (e.g. the Avery Fisher Center collection) and enriching electronic resource records to support library digitization efforts.  Participating in library committees on metadata policy, documentation, and workflows. Contributing to cataloging and metadata pilot projects including but not limited to Wikidata, authority training, and resource accessibility testing.  Engaging directly with state, regional, and national committees responsible for decision-making and emerging trends within librarianship. Participating in research, publication, and other professional and scholarly activities.   Research Faculty librarians also explore their own active research agenda, contributing their expertise, experiences, and investigations to build new knowledge in their chosen areas. The Audiovisual Metadata Librarian will be well-positioned to make substantive contributions to research in a number of areas including, but not limited to, critical cataloging and inclusive description, technology for accessing legacy media and playback formats, and collaborative collecting practices around open access resources and consortial metadata creation.  NYU Cluster Hiring Initiative NYU Libraries is participating in the NYU Faculty Cluster Hiring Initiative to recruit, welcome, and support new library faculty working across the Division on timely themes of social importance, such as Inequality and Anti-racism, Population Health and Health Equity, Open Science and the Public Good, and Urban Environments and Politics. NYU Libraries will use the cluster-hire approach to address our goal of building a more diverse faculty community in a concerted way, with the full weight of the University’s recruitment and retention toolkit. It also allows us to mobilize our internal resources, including onboarding, cohort mentoring, and measures to protect time for research and service, and bring them to bear to ensure the success of new hires. For full details about the Libraries cluster hiring initiative, see this link. This particular position is part of our Centering Underrepresented Voices: Anti-Racist Practices in Libraries and Archives cluster. The positions in the cluster are strategically placed in three core areas of librarianship: collections and subject expertise, description and discovery, and engagement and outreach. The cluster will center underrepresented communities' voices by bringing in new collections of African American and Black Diaspora Studies materials in all formats, creating anti-racist descriptive and metadata practices to support the discovery and use of these collections, and promulgating engagement and research services that draw on and support the growth of new knowledge.  By approaching collections curation, description, and research support through a lens of inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity, and accessibility (IDBEA), we create a set of interlocking and cohesive supports that enrich the scholarly lives of our communities. Qualifications Required Minimum one graduate degree (master’s level or higher), conferred by start date, for consideration. A second graduate degree will be required to be eligible for tenure. One of the two graduate degrees must be an ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent. Three to five years experience performing original or copy cataloging for a variety of physical and electronic non-print resources. Knowledge of MARC / non-MARC descriptive cataloging standards. Familiarity with library systems and tools such as OCLC Connexion, RDA Toolkit, MarcEdit, or OpenRefine.  Attention to detail and accuracy with strong oral / written communication skills.  Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues both within and beyond technical services.  Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity, and accessibility. Preferred ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS or equivalent. Experience contributing authority data to a national cooperative cataloging program such as the Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC NACO / SACO). Knowledge of metadata transformation tools and programming languages such as Python, XSLT, or Ruby.  Fluency in one or more non-English languages (Spanish / Portuguese preferred). About NYU Libraries The Division of Libraries values diversity among its faculty, is committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community, and strongly encourages applications from members of underrepresented communities. We are proud of our organizational culture and are committed​ ​to​ ​building​ ​and sustaining​​ a​ ​diverse,​ ​inclusive,​ ​and equitable​ ​organization​ that supports a sense of belonging for the staff and communities we serve. For more information regarding the Libraries’ commitment to IDBE, see the Libraries’ Mission & Values Statement, our Diversity and Inclusion Values Statement, and our Commitment to Anti-Racism. Salary/Benefits: Faculty status, attractive benefits package including five weeks annual vacation. Salary commensurate with experience and background. Faculty at NYU, including in the Division of Libraries, have always enjoyed relative flexibility in their work, allowing for moments of remote work as appropriate. Application Instructions We would love to hear from you! To ensure consideration, submit your CV and letter of application, including the contact information of three professional references to http://apply.interfolio.com/101106 NYU Division of Libraries requires all candidates for this position to supply a statement demonstrating their dedication to inclusion, diversity, equity, and belonging as part of their application. Access the Diversity Statement prompt here https://nyu.box.com/v/diversity-statement Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications received by March 9. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

The New York City Municipal Archives Conservation Unit seeks a paper conservator for a 4-day/week term position of up to 3 years. The successful candidate will participate in a grant-funded project to conserve a collection of drawings detailing the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. The paper conservator will use standard methods to assess and document condition, formulate and implement appropriate treatments with a high degree of independence, and document their work in accordance with AIC standards. Treatments may include: dry and aqueous cleaning, adhesive and tape removal, stain reduction and solvent treatment, humidifying and flattening, lining, and mending using appropriate adhesives. Minority candidates encouraged to apply. Please submit applications by 1/27/22.  Minimum Qual Requirements 1. A Masters degree from an accredited college in Library Science, Archival Science, American History, Political Science, or a related area; or 2. A baccalaureate degree form an accredited college and one year full-time professional experience in archival, records management or library work; or 3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have the baccalaureate degree from an accredited college. Preferred Skills 1. A Master's degree in Paper Conservation, or equivalent training and experience; 2. Demonstrated knowledge and skill in the analysis and treatment of paper-based materials; 3. Experience with creating and implementing treatment plans and completing before, during, and after treatment documentation in accordance with AIC standards; 4. Ability to plan, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet deadlines; 5. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to work well as part of a team; 6. Ability to stand for hours at a time, lift and transport up to 35lbs, and work in areas that may include exposure to dust and/or mold Additional Information Grant Funded Position, includes benefits To Apply Click "Apply Now" https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov/psc/nycjobs/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U NO E-MAILS, PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED. NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED. APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET (OMB) APPROVAL. Hours/Shift Part-time.  Work Location 31 Chambers Street, Manhattan  Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. POST UNTIL 01/27/2022  

Data Services Specialist Princeton University Library Requisition # D22 LIB 00005 Princeton University Library seeks a dynamic service-oriented library professional to serve as a Data Services Specialist in the Data and Statistical Services (DSS) unit at Firestone Library. DSS specialists play a critical role in helping world class academic researchers by providing instruction and support to juniors and seniors for independent research, as well as to faculty members and graduate students. Learn more about us at http://library.princeton.edu The successful candidate will: Provide direct support with statistical methods and software to a diverse community of highly motivated researchers - undergraduates, graduate students and faculty - in an inclusive and welcoming environment. Support researchers engaged in quantitative data analysis in a variety of academic disciplines; primarily in the social sciences, particularly economics, finance, politics, public policy, and sociology. Help shape quantitative research through supporting innovative methods and approaches. Assist in the choice, application, and interpretation of quantitative research methods, and with the use of statistical software. Manage, schedule, mentor and supervise a team of up to six doctoral students who provide one-on-one research consultations. Engage in individual consultation and group instruction. Keep up to date with new methods, software, and approaches. Maintain efficient operation of the DSS Lab. Retrieve and manipulate complex data from a variety of sources, transferring data between platforms for use in multiple computing environments. Create documentation and maintain the DSS unit's web presence. Process data and create metadata for files in the DSS unit's data archive. For more detail on Data and Statistical Services, see https://dss.princeton.edu/. Required Qualifications: Master's degree in a social science such as economics, finance, politics, public policy, sociology or related fields. Experience using STATA and helping others to do the same. Research methods background with focus on quantitative data analysis and computing. Preferred Qualifications: Experience using the R programming language and helping others to do the same. Advanced degree in a quantitative-focused social science discipline such as economics, political science, or sociology or equivalent experience. Demonstrated ability and experience functioning successfully in a fast-paced environment with a strong service orientation. Experience using complex machine-readable data or programming ability. Strong econometrics background. Familiarity with social sciences, economic and/or financial data. Expertise with other statistical and programming packages; particularly Python, SAS, SPSS, and MATLAB.   The successful candidate will be appointed to an appropriate Professional Specialist rank depending upon qualifications and experience. Applications will be accepted only from the Jobs at Princeton website and must include a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references with full contact information. This position is subject to the University's background check policy. Princeton University Library is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and advancing the University's commitment to racial equity within our community and in the world. We encourage candidates from all diverse backgrounds and life experiences to apply for our positions. To find out more about PUL's work towards greater inclusivity, equity, and diversity, please see PUL's "About" page.   Direct Link to Posting: https://puwebp.princeton.edu/AcadHire/apply/application.xhtml?listingId=24021

The Augustus C. Long Health Sciences Library at Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) seeks applications for the position of Data and Assessment Specialist. Position Summary The Data and Assessment Specialist will play a critical role in enhancing the Health Sciences Library’s (HSL) understanding of the CUIMC community’s needs and experiences with library services, resources, and spaces to ensure a high-quality user experience. The position will lead library efforts to collect, store, analyze, and learn from user data, allowing the library to better understand our users’ needs and to develop sustainable, meaningful interactions between library staff and the CUIMC community. This position will report to the Access Services Manager and will work closely with HSL’s operational and programmatic staff. Responsibilities Design and implement formal and informal assessment strategies and methods to collect and analyze transaction and usage data for all library units. Develop and implement library-wide policies and procedures for assessment and data collection. In consultation with stakeholders, devise and maintain data repository for data collected from library systems, assessment projects, and user research. Create and deliver library-wide regular and ad-hoc reporting in formats such as dashboards and reports. Establish methods to capture and report on CUIMC patterns and trends of information needs to inform service and program offerings and resource planning. Guide, instruct, and consult staff and other strategic partners on data collection, analysis, visualization, and interpretation as needed. Support the Access Services team in assisting users with accessing Library resources and services. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in experience, education and training plus at least two years of relevant experience; a Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as Anthropology, Business, Sociology, etc. may substitute for part of experience. Demonstrated experience in survey design and analysis. Demonstrated experience in data management. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues and diverse populations. Excellent communication, time management, and project management skills. Experience in using relevant tools and software including Microsoft Office, survey tools (Qualtrics preferred), statistical software, Google Analytics, and customer support platforms (ZenDesk preferred). To be considered, a cover letter must be submitted along with the application. Preferred Qualifications Experience with outreach to students, faculty, and staff in an academic institution a plus. Ability to drive end-to-end data analytics cycle. Experience conducting assessment and evaluation projects. Experience creating data management policies. Experience training staff on data management practices. Experience working on project teams and using project management techniques and tools. Experience in marketing a plus. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

The Summit Free Public Library (SFPL) Board of Trustees seeks a dynamic, action-oriented library  professional to lead its vibrant public library following the retirement of its well-respected director. The  new director will have the challenge to lead the library into the future including reorganizing our children’s  and teen spaces and aligning the library with Summit’s wider redevelopment plans.  The Director will lead staff and collaborate with the Board of Trustees, Friends of the Summit Free Public  Library and the Summit Free Public Library Foundation, City Council, School District and the  Superintendent of Schools, community organizations, and other stakeholders to bring high-energy  leadership to help fulfill the library’s mission to “inform, enrich and inspire the community”. The director  should be knowledgeable about library trends, technology and its use in libraries and be able to manage  a facility and staff of 13 FT and 18 PT employees with an annual budget of $2.5 million.   The SFPL’s recently completed long range plan provides a roadmap for the library’s future with a  continued commitment to community engagement, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and continuous improvement. The library’s vision is to be the community’s “focal point for knowledge, entertainment,  social gathering, and the exchange of ideas,”   The Summit Free Public Library is at the heart of our 22,000-person community and enjoys city-wide  support. The library offers a wide variety of popular programs and services including a diverse collection,  outstanding early literacy and adult programs, and technology training provided by a dedicated and  talented staff team.  The City of Summit, New Jersey is often high on lists of best places to live in NJ and in the US. Summit  has consistently ranked high in NJ Monthly's biennial listing of NJ’s Top 100 Towns. In 2019, Summit  was ranked the second-best place to live in NJ.  Within 20 miles from New York City, with easy bus or train connections, Summit offers top rated schools,  the Visual Arts Center, the Summit Playhouse, the Summit Community Center, the Reed-Reeves  Arboretum, Watchung Reservation and numerous local parks along with a bustling downtown of many  local and national retailers and restaurants.  We offer a highly competitive salary that is commensurate with leadership experience and a proven  record of results. The library provides comprehensive health coverage, paid vacation time, a retirement  plan, and pre-tax spending accounts.   Qualifications  An ALA accredited master’s degree in Library/Information Science is required as well as eligibility for a NJ State Public Librarian Certification. Experience in public or academic library leadership, administration  and management with a minimum of five years’ experience working in a library setting. The director is  required to become a NJ resident within one year of employment.  For consideration, please email a pdf cover letter, resume and three references to: librarydirectorsearch@gmail.com Questions and inquiries may be addressed to Alan Burger at  aburger@librarydevelopment.com or Leslie Burger at lburger@librarydevelopment.com.  Confidential review of applications and interviews will begin immediately and continue until the position  

Columbia University Libraries (CUL) seeks a creative and engaged Special Collections Analyst Librarian to design, coordinate and collaborate in planning and implementing ongoing integration, discovery, and syndication, and usage analysis efforts around the Columbia Libraries’ collections metadata, digital collections and licensed digital resources. The Special Collections Analyst acts as a systems analyst, requirements developer and technical support provider for the diverse range of systems and services comprising Columbia’s digital library and scholarly technologies infrastructure. As part of the Development Infrastructure and Applications Team within the Digital Library and Scholarly Technologies (DLST) group, the incumbent will report to the Head of the Development Infrastructure and Applications Team and will work with the team, with the Libraries’ Special Collections units, and other Libraries and University staff to support existing archival description and digital collections workflows, to plan and develop requirements for new projects, and to improve access to the Libraries’ digital materials. The Special Collections Analyst/Librarian will bring an innovative, data-centered approach to all online projects and will thrive in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment. Working collaboratively, this full-time librarian position will participate in project review, analysis, development, and assessment. The incumbent will also work collaboratively to help address “legacy” data flows and API remediation, developing tooling and strategies to assist in integrating systems to support discovery. Under the guidance of the Head of Development Infrastructure and Applications, the incumbent will help improve workflows and procedures related to archival description and discovery projects and mobile access strategies, participate in digital project planning, provide documentation and training support for the Libraries’ APIs and workflows, assist in developing and analyzing usage assessments and metrics, and provide reports and other information as needed to help with planning across the Libraries. The Special Collections Analyst Librarian assists in advising and consulting with other units within Columbia University Libraries related to research facilitation and online access to Libraries’ digital materials, and will communicate with archivists and electronic resource librarians, and the Libraries as a whole, about data management strategies and best practices, digital collection access statistics, and emerging integration opportunities as well as industry standards. This position will participate in secondary assignments based on interests and institutional needs.  RESPONSIBILITIES: The documentation, implementation of and support for systems supporting analog and digital library and archival collections, including new and innovative tools such as ArchivesSpace, Aeon, as well as current and evolving metadata and information management strategies; with success measured by stakeholder satisfaction and/or user testing. Improving and transforming metadata for use in CUL and national digital repositories; using existing and developing schemas and tools such as XML, XSLT, JSON, LD4L to manipulate, reformat and transform metadata in formats such as EAD, MARC, MODS, METS, RDF, PREMIS; with success measured by implementation of new and improved description, discovery and navigation of digital content Sustaining and optimizing new and existing digital library / scholarly systems, services and workflows; by consulting with relevant staff, developing and documenting requirements, analyzing workflows and proposing and implementing improvements, and acting as a technology consultant to other divisions of the Libraries and CU generally; with success measured by stakeholder satisfaction and more efficient and effective operations. Maintaining a close awareness of evolving digital library / scholarly tools, practices and standards and, when relevant, introducing them into the CUL environment; by outreach to others in the field, by developing innovative solutions, and by participating in relevant CUL and external investigations and projects; with success measured by improved CUL staff awareness of the field, external recognition for contributions to the field, and by helping ensure a robust and sustainable DL/DS infrastructure at CUL. Qualifications Minimum Degree Required MLS or master’s degree in an Arts and Sciences discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum Qualifications MLS or master’s degree in an Arts and Sciences discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Demonstrated knowledge of the Linux/Unix server environments, APIs, version control, automated testing, and other standards and practices of modern, collaborative digital library and archives work. Demonstrated knowledge of validation, presentation and transformation of data in HTML, XML, and JSON using technologies such as XML or JSON Schema, XSLT, XPATH, XQuery, Xspec, etc. Demonstrated knowledge of scripting languages such as Perl/Ruby/Python/PHP/Javascript Data analysis and visualization skills. Ability to document and share results effectively with varied audiences. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of archival standards (DACS) and management tools such as ArchivesSpace, ArcLight, etc. Knowledge of Javascript, GitHub, MySQL, PHP Knowledge of XML and metadata schemas used to describe digitized cultural heritage materials, such as TEI, MARC, MODS, METS, OAI, and EAD Knowledge of current digital library archives and collections technologies, such as Fedora, Samvera, Hyrax, etc Columbia University Libraries have 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 with experience and interest in 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. Columbia University Libraries afford a flexible and collegial working environment and foster professional growth of staff with management training and travel funding for professional meetings. Minimum Salary: $73,000

Join PLI and represent the legal community’s premier provider of continuing education and research services as a Library Relations Manager in our New York office. Work in a collaborative environment that prides itself on a genuine commitment to a work-life balance (3+ weeks of vacation days and hybrid remote/in-person schedules for most roles!). Grow your career in this customer facing role and help us to maintain relationships within the library community and promote customer retention for PLI Press products including PLI PLUS, our award-winning research database.   For more than 80 years, PLI has served the legal community with innovative products and quality programming, building a sterling reputation spanning the country. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Customer relations and outreach for Law Firm, Law School, Government, and Corporate customers Serve as primary account manager for some law school and special accounts Work to ensure account retention for PLI PLUS Provide PLI PLUS training through web conference and onsite visits Attend industry events and conferences to promote PLI and bring back knowledge and insight Support sales and marketing initiatives to promote PLI products Support the development of PLI PLUS products by providing customer feedback and market insights Create and update documentation to support PLI PLUS customers Manage print and PLI PLUS subscriptions Perform other related tasks as requested by supervisor Travel is required Other duties, as assigned.   QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Advanced Academic Credentials required, MLS preferred or comparable experience 1-2 years of experience relevant to library science and/or customer relations required Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including public presentation skills Attention to detail and strong organizational skills Excellent time management skills Ability to plan and effectively manage multiple projects Ability to meet deadlines and work professionally under pressure Effective decision making Experience in law libraries, law schools, or the publishing industry preferred   Your benefits at PLI PLI offers a generous benefits package and is committed to creating an interesting, collegial, and supportive work environment: Medical, dental and vision plans for employees and their families Generous employer contribution to employee retirement savings account Ample paid time off and holidays, summer Fridays Flexible hybrid remote/in-person scheduling for most roles Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning web-based training along with other career development opportunities Work-life balance initiatives   About PLI Practising Law Institute (“PLI”) is a nonprofit learning organization dedicated to keeping attorneys and professionals at the forefront of knowledge and expertise, as well as preparing them to fulfill their pro bono responsibilities.   Chartered by the Regents of the University of the State of New York, PLI was founded in 1933 by Harold P. Seligson. The organization provides the highest quality, accredited, continuing legal and professional education programs in a variety of formats. PLI publishes a comprehensive library of Treatises, Course Handbooks, Answer Books and Journals also available through the PLI PLUS online platform. The essence of PLI’s mission is its commitment to the pro bono community. Only those applicants who meet our requirements for this position will be contacted. Practising Law Institute is an equal opportunity employer. More information about PLI may be found on our website www.pli.edu.

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT The Kurt R. Schmeller Library at Queensborough Community College invites applications for the position of Technical Services Librarian at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor. The candidate will perform original cataloging, oversee and maintain vendor-ready cataloging for print and ebooks and serials.  The successful candidate will serve as liaison to one or more academic departments and share responsibility for committee and department assignments, performing administrative, supervisory, and other functions as may be assigned. CUNY is an equal opportunity employer, is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce, and is dedicated to recruiting and retaining professionals who share the College’s commitment to equity.  It welcomes nominations of, and applications from members of protected groups including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities, as well as others who would bring additional perspectives to the university’s mission.  Candidates with demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusiveness through their research, teaching and/or service are also encouraged to apply.  One of the Queensborough Community College’s greatest strengths, and a necessary element of excellence, is the diversity of our community.  We strive to attract and nurture a talented and diverse faculty and staff that proudly reflect the unique character of the local Queens community, the most diverse county in the United States. As a community college in the CUNY system, our diverse student population primarily takes general education and lower division courses for university transfer.  Library faculty members have an eleven month calendar with 40 vacation days. Faculty on the Assistant Professor tenure track receive reassigned time to pursue scholarship. For faculty in Assistant Professor rank, continued scholarly activities are required for tenure and promotion. Some evening or weekend shifts may be required.  Duties include: -Function as subject specialist in assigned curricular areas, including collection development, communication and consultation with subject faculty.  Serve at reference (in person and remote) and offer information literacy instruction. -Lead library’s efforts in developing and maintaining a current library collection which supports the learning and research needs of the QCC students, faculty, and staff -Represent QCC on the CUNY Office of Library Services Cataloging Committee and other technical services committees -Coordinate QCC library liaison process, collaborates with other librarians and staff supporting library activities related to acquisitions, collections, fullfillment, reserve and interlibrary loans -Provide traditional and virtual service at a reference desk, online and in individual consultations -Support course related Information literacy instruction and teaching of general information literacy skills -Collaborate in efforts to engage college community in effective use of library services that enables better participation in the academic life of the college and results in greater awareness among faculty members of the resources and services of the library - Supervise support staff. -May include other duties 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. For the Assistant Professor title, a second graduate degree is required. For the Instructor title, faculty must complete the Assistant Professor requirement for an additional graduate degree within five years. Preferred qualifications  include: Excellent interpersonal and leadership qualities, a commitment to collaboration and mutual respect, and the ability to work efficiently and effectively on shared projects and committees in our multicultural library and college/university community Strong oral and written communication skills, and strong analytical, organizational, and planning skills Supervisory experience Experience working in library technical services or related field Experience working in an academic or research library Familiarity with Ex Libris, OCLC, or related products Knowledge of cataloging best practices, familiarity with RDA 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, 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 must provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests. CLOSING DATE February 11, 2022. Review of resumes to begin immediately. 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 Digital Scholarship Services (DSS) in the Cohen Library at The City College of New York works with faculty and staff to manage and publish digital assets for preservation, access, and dissemination. DSS provides support in the areas of CUNY’s institutional repository, Open Educational Resources (OER), Digital Asset Management, and Digital Exhibits. Reporting to the Digital Scholarship Manager, the DSS Assistant position provides technical and designing support in creating digital exhibits with materials submitted by CCNY faculty and staff. This position works closely with the DSS staff and clients to conceptualize, create, and implement digital exhibits using the open source Omeka platform. The DSS Assistant also provides general assistance in department daily operations, as well as technical support in creating libguide, digital asset database, and webpage design on various platforms beyond Omeka.    Responsibilities Assists DSS staff in building digital exhibit websites (Omeka) by providing technical input to plan, design, and implement Omeka sites based on individual design needs Maintains, updates, and troubleshoots existing digital exhibit websites Communicates with third-party vendors’ support staff to resolve technical issues Assists in maintaining and improving the discovery, usage, and preservation of digital assets Designs digital and printed materials such as brochures, event materials, PowerPoint slides, and other marketing collateral Performs various related duties as assigned Qualifications/Requirements Successful completion of some college coursework in Computer Graphics, Graphic Design, or Computer Programing Experience with HTML, CSS, PHP, and other coding languages highly desirable  Working experience in web development on digital exhibits platform, particularly Omeka Familiarity with designing software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Acrobat, InDesign, etc. Familiarity with JSTOR Forum and/or other digital asset management platforms a plus Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills Excellent interpersonal skills; Ability to work collaboratively and independently Excellent written, oral, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Additional information: Pay Rate: Based on qualifications and experience Hours per week: 10-20 hours Application instructions: Please email a cover letter and resume to: digital@ccny.cuny.edu. Please include DSS Assistant Application in the subject line.  

The Academic Systems Technologist is a member of the Academic Technology team in Barnard Library’s Instructional Media and Technology Services (IMATS), reporting to the Director of IMATS and supporting digital infrastructure for BLAIS, our partners in the Milstein Centers, and curricular and faculty projects. This role will take the lead on back-end services and applications, developing and maintaining technical infrastructure for a range of systems, including networked attached storage, web hosting, the Archives’ digital collections, and others. The Academic Systems Technologist fosters collaborative relationships across the organization, works on multiple projects at a time, anticipates potential issues, and provides proactive solutions. Review of applications will begin on January 26th, 2022   The candidate selected for this position may perform remote work, or a combination of remote work and on-site work.   The remote work schedule will be subject to approval and periodic review in alignment with the College’s Flexible and Adaptive work processes.   Lead back-end technical support for IMATS, BLAIS, and Milstein Centers Supports the back-end of IMATS academic technology services, administering the IMATS web hosting platform on MediaTemple. This includes installing front-end applications like Omeka or WordPress for course projects, managing website back-ups, handling security updates, and maintaining DNS records.  In collaboration with the Associate Director for UX & Academic Technologies, helps create and maintain IMATS web hosting policies.  Supports technical services for the digital Archives – works with the IMATS Senior Software & Applications Developer, the Barnard College Archives, and Barnard College IT (BCIT) to build, populate, configure, and maintain a digital archives stack, and/or work with contracted vendors around the digital archives migration and maintenance processes.   Supports technical services for the Library – works with the Library Collections & Operations team to improve data collection and reporting processes.  Supports technical infrastructure for the Milstein Centers – works with Milstein Coordinator on needs assessments across the Milstein Centers; provides services such as helping to set up and maintain network attached storage servers, or researches and proposes application solutions related to assessment needs.  Provide technical support around academic technologies Assess, create, and modify policies and procedures for the adoption, licensing, cataloging, and piloting of software and/or systems in collaboration with the IMATS technology team and other stakeholders. Liaising with CUIT (Columbia IT), leads technical integration of LTIs (third party applications) into our instance of Canvas Courseworks (our LMS) Collaborating with the Associate Director for UX & Academic Technologies and the Academic Technology Specialist, liaise with partners at BCIT (Barnard IT) and CUIT (Columbia IT) on data privacy and information security policies for academic technologies  Working closely with the IMATS academic technology team as well as other campus partners like the Center for Engaged Pedagogy, provides instructional and training materials and support for third-party applications  Provide support with course evaluations tools and processes to build up team redundancy for that work Additional job responsibilities and duties as needed

Posting Summary: Reporting to the Library Director, the Special and Digital Collections Librarian is responsible for stewarding special and digital collections.  Job Summary/Basic Function: The Special and Digital Collections Librarian will collaborate with Library and College colleagues to process, catalog, and ensure high quality service for special and digital library materials and assets that build upon collecting strengths and support institutional needs and policy. She/he/they will provide a high level of service for these collections and also participate in their promotion through displays, instruction, and outreach to members of Teachers College and the broader community of researchers and scholars. The incumbent will play an important role in advising upon policy and curating resources for scholarly research and integrated discovery. Minimum Qualifications: -- ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library and Information Science OR equivalent education and experience (subject expertise combined with appropriate teaching experience and/or library experience) -- Demonstrated knowledge of current national archival and descriptive standards and best practices, including working knowledge of Dublin Core and MARC -- Experience accessioning, arranging, and describing born digital archival material -- Ability to foster and grow effective interpersonal relationships with library staff, faculty and students -- Evidence of analytical, organizational, communication, project, and time management skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and complete tasks and projects on time and within budget -- Demonstrated proficiency and capabilities with personal computers and software, the Web, and library-relevant information technology applications. Working knowledge of standard computer office applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint or other productivity software -- Demonstrated ability acquiring and using new computing skills, such as learning new software applications and exploring innovative tools and services -- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends and issues in academic libraries, higher education, and relevant subject disciplines Preferred Qualifications: -- Knowledge of/experience with archives and digital asset management systems -- Experience providing reference service, preferably in a special collection or archival setting, including historical research methodology and experience using online and print research tools -- Knowledge of or experience with scripting languages to automate computational processes -- Familiarity with Alma, Primo VE, and Alma Digital -- Experience working with donors to transfer born digital records into an archive -- Knowledge of current approaches and best practices in digital preservation and other digital archives functions

Description: Katonah Village Library is located in the charming and historic hamlet of Katonah, about an hour north of Manhattan on Metro North’s Harlem Line, with easy travel distance from Stamford/Danbury CT. We are seeking an innovative, enthusiastic, and service-oriented librarian who will share the library’s mission of providing meaningful experiences, fostering stronger human connections, and who appreciates the importance of the library’s role in the lives of young adults. Qualifications and Requirements: ● An MLS degree from an ALA accredited institution. ● 2-5 years’ experience working in a public library with teens and/or adults. ● Excellent technology skills and the ability to learn and teach new technologies to the public and staff members. ● Knowledge of online systems, subscription databases and library interfaces such as Evergreen (library catalog), Overdrive and the public print management system. ● Experience managing full or part-time staff. ● Knowledge of WordPress and social media platforms. General Duties and Responsibilities: ● Provide reference and research assistance to teens and adults. ● Oversee the adult circulation desk staff and create/maintain staff schedules. Provide backup to the circulation desk as needed. ● Plan and conduct programs and activities for Young Adults in collaboration with the Children’s Librarian and the Community Engagement Coordinator. ● Promote events through press releases, flyers, website, and social media. ● Create a welcoming atmosphere in the Young Adult area and supervise usage. ● Plan and manage the annual budget for the Young Adult area, including monitoring expenditures for materials/programs and allocation of funds. ● Perform professional copy cataloging on all Young Adult and Adult material in accordance with national/local standards. Supervise staff in Technical Services duties. ● Select materials for young adults and maintain collection through periodic assessment. ● Assist Library Director in acquisition, maintenance and weeding of Young Adult and Adult collections. ● Select and maintain periodicals and e-books. ● Develop partnerships with local schools and organizations in the community. ● Maintain/Coordinate usage of 3D printer & Young Adult Technology equipment. ● Maintain Musical instrument collection. Specialized Duties and Responsibilities: ● Assist the Library Director in library administration and staff supervision. ● Update and edit the library’s website. ● Interlibrary Loan responsibilities which include coordinating borrowing and lending materials. ● Experience in (or ability to learn) ILS (catalog) reports (collect, interpret, and provide) meaningful usage data. 35 hours per week including one scheduled evening and rotating Saturdays. Katonah Library offers an excellent health/dental benefits package and membership in The New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS). Interested applicants should send a cover letter, detailed resume and salary expectations to Mary Kane, Director: mkane@katonahlibrary.org Applicants should be prepared to provide the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references upon request.