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Job posted to this site on December 14th at 10:38am
Manager of Public Services, The Levy Library at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai at The Levy Library at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Full Time
Role Summary
The Levy Library at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai seeks a creative and innovative Manager of Public Services to provide leadership, strategic planning, and management for the daily operational activities of the Library’s Circulation and Access Services Departments which includes staff management, facilities, equipment and collections maintenance, lending and resource sharing services and user support services. Under the direction of the Associate Director of Public Services, the incumbent works collaboratively with internal and external partners to lead the department to support users’ learning and research needs in a continuously evolving academic and clinical environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership, Management, and Team Building (20%)
Leads by creating an environment where team members are empowered to work individually, collaboratively, and collectively towards achieving departmental and Library goals.
Develops, articulates and leads department goals in support of the Library’s strategic plan and the goals of the Public Services group (Access Services, Circulation Services, and Outreach and Engagement).
Develops, recommends and administers policies, procedures and processes in support of the Access and Circulation Services operations.
Oversees the hiring, support and training of access and circulation services staff.
Facilitates access to appropriate development opportunities for staff.
Prepares, maintains, and updates departmental training guides, manuals and online materials for staff.
Communicates with the Associate Director, Public Services and the rest of the Library and Academic IT leadership team regarding the operations of the Circulation and Access Services departments and prepares regular narrative and statistical reports.
Circulation Services (40%)
1. User Support Services
Oversees and provides direction for the day-to-day work of the Circulation Services team.
Oversees scheduling of staff at the circulation services desk to ensure adequate coverage during the Library’s operational hours.
Provides guidance to the Mount Sinai community in the use of library resources, and services, facilities, equipment, and technology; troubleshoots technical problems and equipment issues.
Assists patrons with complaints, concerns, and other circulation services related requests.
Oversees lending of physical materials and technological equipment.
Fulfillment and user accounts administrator for the integrated library system, Alma.
User accounts administrator for print management system, Pharos.
Manages vendor accounts, billing, and communications for security, library equipment, applications, and other services used by the Circulation Services department.
Manages and updates all content on circulation services-related webpages and Libguides.
Collects and analyzes statistics related to circulation services activities, ensuring statistics (i.e., collection use, user services transactions, building use, and resource sharing) are consistently and accurately recorded.
Explores emerging technologies and service models and leads the department in evaluating and implementing new services when appropriate.
Staffs a weekly shift on the Levy Library’s Ask-A-Librarian service, fielding reference inquiries via email, text, chat, phone (currently virtual only).
2. Physical Collections, Public Spaces and Facilities
Ensures that the library is opened and closed according to policies and procedures.
Ensures a safe and scholarly research environment for library staff, users and resources.
Assesses, plans, manages, relocates and maintains the stacks and furnishings.
Oversees all shelving operations in the Levy Library, collaborating with the collections team to analyze library-wide physical collections statistics for related space considerations, plans and justifications.
Maintains and updates library wayfinding and operations-related signage.
Communicates Library operational changes with Library and Academic IT stakeholders and patrons.
Monitors the custodial and maintenance of the public spaces and initiates appropriate action with Academic IT administration and Mount Sinai Facilities regarding any issues with furniture, equipment, classrooms, and public library spaces.
Collaborates with Academic IT Administration to ensure staff and patron safety issues are proactively prevented and building safety security issues are also addressed.
Maintains and updates emergency preparedness and disaster recovery plans for the library collections and public spaces.
Access Services (40%)
Provides strategic leadership and oversight for the Access Services unit.
Oversees day-to-day access services operations along with serving as the administrator for resource sharing platforms.
Collects data and prepares usage and other reports for Library and Academic IT leadership.
Organizes and monitors the workload and staffing of the unit to provide services responsive to user needs.
Oversees accounts, billing and payments for services rendered.
Maintains online user guides, implements software updates, and coordinates Access Services' web presence.
Explores trends in technology and Access Services; collaborates with internal departments to develop, implement, and evaluate assessment programs for continuous improvement of Access Services.
Required Qualifications and Skills
MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program required.
2-5 years previous experience working in a public, academic, or research library, preferably in a health sciences library setting.
Demonstrated experience with strategic planning, including establishing and executing strategies.
Demonstrated ability to schedule, supervise, train and evaluate work of staff.
Demonstrated experience working in a direct patron-facing role.
Proven strong public service and communication skills; able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with a diverse population of students, faculty, clinicians, and staff.
Demonstrated ability to identify, prioritize, and resolve problems quickly and effectively, including handling complex and sensitive patron and staff issues with patience, diplomacy, respect, and discretion.
Demonstrated experience using database or library management software and applications.
Proficiency with new technologies and computer applications including but not limited to office software (MS Office), project management and communications platforms, web searching platforms, team communications platforms, and LMS/CRM/CMS type platforms.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills
Prior experience in circulation services and/or interlibrary loan services.
Familiarity with LibApps platform (LibGuides, LibAnswers, etc.).
Experience using ILLiad, Docline, OCLC Worldcat, Ex Libris Alma/Primo applications.
Experience searching online bibliographic databases, preferably using biomedical and interdisciplinary resources such as PubMed/MEDLINE, CINAHL, and Web of Science.
Experience providing library reference and instruction services in an academic and/or health sciences library setting.
Aptitude for learning and troubleshooting software/hardware systems efficiently and thoroughly.
Other Requirements:
On-site position.
This position involves moderate exposure to normal stress and pressures typical of a department head-level management position.
Shift changes and evening/weekend work may be required based on competing priorities, operational needs, and time-sensitive activities.
Use of cash register and point of sale cashiering system may also be required.
Application Information:
Salary Range: 65-70K
Deadline for Submissions: Applications received by January 21, 2022 will receive first consideration.
To Apply: Qualified applicants who wish to be considered for this position should submit the following information requested: a cover letter, a complete resume, and a list of three professional references (names and contact information only) via the Mount Sinai Careers Portal.
About the Levy Library
The mission of the Gustave L. and Janet W. Levy Library is to support the educational, research and patient care activities of the faculty, students and staff of the Mount Sinai Health System. The Library implements its mission by providing access to biomedical information resources in paper, digital and electronic formats, and by serving as a resource on communications, web and computing issues for the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Learn more about the Levy Library
About the Icahn School of Medicine
The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is an international leader in medical and scientific training, biomedical research, and patient care. It is the medical school for the Mount Sinai Health System, which includes eight hospital campuses, and has more than 5,000 faculty and nearly 2,000 students, residents and fellows. Our unwavering pursuit of intellectual exchange, breakthrough research, and multidisciplinary teamwork propels us ever forward in biomedical discoveries and advances. We pursue ideas that often challenge conventional wisdom to revolutionize the practice of medicine and produce dramatically better outcomes for patients. We make big, bold bets by investing in radical free thinkers and technology at the cutting edge.
Learn more about the Icahn School of Medicine
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Job posted to this site on December 10th at 4:23pm
ARF Knowledge Center Graduate Intern at The Advertising Research Foundation
Internship
INTERNSHIP SUMMARY:
The ARF Knowledge Center provides research and insights to support ARF members – marketers, agencies, media, adtech, and other leading players in the advertising and marketing ecosystem.
We are seeking an enthusiastic intern to help support a team of experienced business librarians in answering ARF member research requests covering a broad range of business topics on advertising, media, marketing, and market research methods.
This is an exciting opportunity for library students to gain professional business experience in a supportive learning environment, especially in desk and reference research.
The position calls for a meticulous but creative problem-solver, who is organized but flexible to handle fast deadlines and last minute requests.
This is a paid internship at the rate of $20 per hour for graduate library students.
For now, this would be entirely remote. We can work with you to accommodate your school schedule, but there should be some availability during office hours: 9am to 6pm EST. Ideally be available 15 hours per week.
QUALIFICATIONS
Currently in a graduate program for library and information science
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
High proficiency in computer and secondary research skills
Working knowledge about media, advertising, or marketing a huge plus
Secondary business research experience a huge plus
If interested, please email your cover letter, resume, and writing sample to mpak@thearf.org
Please no phone calls.
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Job posted to this site on December 10th at 10:13am
Special Project Librarian at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Medical Library
Full Time
The Medical Library at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center seeks a current MLS student or recent graduate for a full-time temporary position supporting Synapse, our database of MSK authors and their research publications.
Responsibilities include:
Add/edit bibliographic data to match Synapse requirements and standards
Search the web for authoritative sources of publication information
Explore internal and external resources to identify authors and their affiliations, including direct correspondence with current MSK staff
Investigate data discrepancies and contact database vendors to identify patterns in missing/incongruent data
Analyze gray literature and other obscure and non-standardized publications
Compare records from multiple bibliographic vendors to identify and resolve duplicates
Maintain clear documentation for pending cases, system errors, and procedural workflows in response to new and changing standards
Work with the other Special Project Librarians to balance the daily workload and continue to improve on and maintain processes, procedures, and best practices
Make field trips to local libraries to research and retrieve needed materials.
Other tasks as assigned
The candidate will also be responsible for covering at least one weekly shift at the reference desk. This includes answering phones, checking materials in/out, helping clients locate print and digital collections, monitoring physical spaces, and maintaining printers, photocopiers, and other library equipment. The position is managed through a contracting company (Lincoln IT) and pays an hourly rate with limited benefits. Hours are Monday thru Friday, 9am-5pm.
Requirements:
At least 12 credits completed towards a Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program
High level attention to detail
Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize as the department/situation requires
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience with cataloging, institutional repositories, research databases, or integrated library systems preferred
Experience/interest in medical librarianship preferred
Interested applicants should send their resumes to the attention of: Jeanine McSweeney: mcsweenj@mskcc.org
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Job posted to this site on December 9th at 5:34pm
Information Technology Librarian, Full Time - Cyrenius H. Booth Library, Newtown at C.H. Booth Library
Full Time
Duties include managing all aspects of information technology for Newtown's C.H. Booth Library, supervising cataloging work, instructing classes and patrons on research and use of the library materials and personal technology devices, and answering reference questions. The ideal candidate will maintain a work culture that meets the changing needs of library service in Newtown. For the complete job description see https://www.chboothlibrary.org/about/staff/.
Please submit a resume and meaningful cover letter to jnash@chboothlibrary.org.
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Job posted to this site on December 9th at 5:34pm
Head of Circulation - Cyrenius H. Booth Library, Newtown at C.H Booth Library
Full Time
The Cyrenius H. Booth Library in Newtown is seeking to fill its Head of Circulation position with an experienced candidate who has a friendly demeanor and deep knowledge of Evergreen. Bibliomation experience helpful. Newtown is a great community; the CH Booth is a great place to work. 35 hours per week, schedule will include Saturday(s) and evening(s), full time salary with benefits starting at $45,500 ($25/hr). Full position description available on the website. Meaningful cover letter and resume to jnash@chboothlibrary.org. Applications accepted until 12.17.21 at 4:00PM.
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Job posted to this site on December 9th at 9:59am
Research and Instruction Librarian at Teachers College, Columbia University
Full Time
Posting Summary:
The Research and Instruction Librarian will deliver top, front-facing patron services to strengthen existing offerings and meet the needs of the Teachers College community in support of teaching, learning and research.
Job Summary/Basic Function:
The Gottesman Libraries aspire to excellence in advancing and sharing transformative knowledge to develop informed and engaged thinkers and leaders in the educational, psychological, and health professions. We envision the library, beyond walls, as heart and soul for the exchange of thoughts and ideas that inform a smarter, healthier, and more equitable world enlightened by history, leadership, and innovation.
They will play a key role in building an instructional collection of resources in multiple formats, reflective of the College’s academic programs and new departmental organization, to encourage greater usage of the library’s collections; research literacy; and communication central to needs in library instruction. Primary responsibilities include designing and conducting instructional sessions and providing high quality reference and research assistance. The Research and Instruction Librarian will also monitor trends in emerging technologies and work with staff to implement those that support library services and instruction.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master of Library/Information Science degree from an ALA-accredited program
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Knowledge of the concepts, goals, and methods of information literacy instruction with a demonstrated ability to teach
Knowledge of current and emerging instructional technologies
Knowledge of a wide range of information resources and tools to support research assistance to patrons
Strong commitment to public service and teamwork with the ability to work successfully with faculty, staff, and students
Ability to work evenings and weekends
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with multimodal platforms for content creation
Experience with instruction and reference services in an academic library setting
Experience using Social Media for marketing and promotion of library services
1-2 years library instruction experience
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Job posted to this site on December 9th at 9:59am
Director - Ann Arbor District Library (MI) at Ann Arbor District Library (MI)
Full Time
Director – Ann Arbor District Library (MI)
The Ann Arbor District Library (AADL) Board of Trustees seeks its next Director to lead the organization and find imaginative ways to meet the challenges of a 21st-century library. Having received the Library Journal 5-Star Award since the award’s inception in 2008, AADL is committed to providing excellent library service to its vocal and passionate customers in whatever form that takes. AADL continues to expand the scope of library services in its vision to develop literate and informed citizens through open and equal access to cultural, intellectual, recreational, and information resources. The library is committed to innovation through offerings like the AADL Tools Collection, Fifth Avenue Press, Secret Lab, Ann Arbor Comic Arts Festival, and the incredibly popular Summer Game with over 10,000 annual participants of all ages.
The 7-member Board is elected at large to represent the almost 165,000 residents of the service district. The next Director will lead AADL’s approximately 220 staff with an $18 million budget generated from a stable perpetual local property tax millage which is funded by the City of Ann Arbor and parts or all of the following townships: Ann Arbor, Superior, Pittsfield, Lodi, Scio, and Webster. The Director is fully immersed in the financial and budgetary responsibilities of the role in collaboration with the library’s contracted financial services firm. Key initiatives include addressing facility needs at the library’s downtown branch; maintaining progressive and forward-thinking initiatives; evaluation of the library’s contracted financial services; supporting staff and engaging the public through the remainder of the COVID-19 pandemic; advancing the organization’s diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism initiatives; and maximizing AADL’s ability to serve the needs of a growing and changing community.
Annually ranked as a top 10 U.S. city by Niche.com, Ann Arbor balances excellent public schools, a diverse population, year-round outdoor activities, and renowned higher education institutions. Home to the University of Michigan, one of the country’s top public institutions, Ann Arbor serves as a hub for creativity and innovation, along with the nearby Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti. AADL has integrated itself into the community by collaborating with downtown businesses and non-profit organizations, partnering with the University of Michigan, engaging local artists and creatives, and inspiring community members to tap into their own creativity. The library also has longstanding partnerships with the African American Cultural and Historical Museum of Washtenaw County, Ann Arbor Public Schools, Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority, and Ann Arbor Summerfest. The greater Ann Arbor area is home to 24 neighborhoods, providing amenities and opportunities to get the best of small-town living with the convenience of big city moments. Whatever your passion, you are bound to find enthusiastic collaborators in Ann Arbor!
Responsibilities include but are not limited to leadership and oversight of the AADL strategic plan; incorporating leading-edge and digital services with traditional library services to meet the evolving needs of the public; budgetary planning and sound fiscal management; leading efforts to provide customer-focused delivery of services; encouraging innovation, creative problem-solving, and a collaborative team dynamic; maintaining effective professional relationships with local government and legislative bodies, the AADL Board of Trustees, and other community institutions; developing organizational plans and procedures; addressing all relevant human resources issues; negotiating agreements with the library’s bargaining units; and supervising, mentoring, and guiding six direct reports.
Qualifications – Candidates will be evaluated on the full range of their professional and personal background, experience, and direct and transferable skills. Ann Arbor District Library seeks candidates with a compelling combination of demonstrated knowledge and skills in most of the following areas:
Experience working with an elected or governmentally-appointed board, or equivalent.
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of library science and administration.
Experience as a public-facing spokesperson in a variety of high-profile settings.
Demonstrated ability to administer and manage library services.
Demonstrated record of sound fiscal management and budgetary planning.
Ability to lead, mentor, coach, and provide direction to administrative and management level staff – emphasizing diversity, team-building, and collaboration.
Forward-thinking about current and emerging trends and best practices, and a demonstrated positive track record of implementing appropriate leading-edge technologies.
Communicates openly, clearly, thoroughly, and concisely.
The hiring salary range is $148,050 – $164,500 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package.
For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Karen Miller (karenmiller@bradburymiller.com). This position closes on January 23, 2022.
View the announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links and information at https://bradburymiller.com/job/ann-arbor/.
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Job posted to this site on December 7th at 12:46pm
Research Administrative Specialist at MSI at The ARF
Full Time
Principal Responsibilities
We have an opportunity for a Research Administrative Specialist to join our team.
This person will be responsible for providing administrative and logistical support for activities, competitions, and events that develop the MSI academic network. A direct report to the Managing Director, this position supports the MSI research process.
The Role:
High-quality research and our academic network are pillars of MSI. We are looking for someone to join our team and support the knowledge generation processes for the Marketing Science Institute. Working closely with the Managing Director and Executive Director s/he is responsible for providing administrative support for the development and dissemination of academically rigorous, managerially relevant knowledge on marketing and related topics. A successful candidate will provide support for existing research initiatives and support the process for new initiatives, including competitions and MSI awards. S/he will manage all related steps and processes, including communicating with researchers through our submission platform. S/he manages the research submission platform, related systems, and will ensure projects are updated and managed on a timely basis.
Ideal Candidate:
You have a proven track record in administrative support, and/or project management ideally for a member-based or research organization. You have strong detail orientation, an interest in the discipline of marketing, foresight, good judgment, energy, are a strong communicator and note-taker, with excellent verbal and written skills.
We’re a very collaborative group where every role is integrated with every other role in some way, so you’ll need to enjoy working regularly as part of a true team. You are open to new ideas -- and ready to offer your own. We are a small, nimble organization that welcomes and enjoys all types of personalities and highly values diversity in all forms.
Core Responsibilities
Provide support for all MSI research projects (awards, proposals and co-sponsorships and other initiatives).
Provide timely follow-up as needed, including obtaining status of items and ensuring their completion.
Process research submissions within submissions platform, monitor entries, provide information to MSI review committee.
Communicate professionally to both internal and external audiences, including researchers and reviewers.
Create research agreements from templates and initiate invoice process.
Assist with administration of award programs.
Prepare materials for meetings including agendas and notes by compiling relevant information and data.
Provide info from Salesforce to Research group as needed.
Build efficiency and responsiveness into existing processes.
Provide general administrative support.
Skills and Minimum Requirements
B.A./B.S.
A minimum of three years of administrative and/or project coordination experience, preferably in a research environment.
Excellent customer assistance and communication skills.
Proficient across the entire Microsoft Office suite.
Extremely well organized with a strong attention to detail.
Ability to multi-task and work independently.
Willingness to learn new software and systems.
Experience with CRM/database preferred (Salesforce)
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Job posted to this site on December 6th at 6:11pm
Public Service Librarian (Part-time) at Chappaqua Library
Part Time
The Chappaqua Library is seeking a public service librarian to join our team and provide an exceptional user experience to all. This person will deliver quality reference, reader’s advisory services, and teach users how to access library resources and technology (in-person and online). Special duties will be assigned and may include outreach, programming, and collection development projects. The ideal candidate has strong technology skills and shows enthusiasm for helping others and the Library engage and connect with people of all ages and backgrounds. This position is supervised by the Head of Adult Services.
The Library is dedicated to the recruitment, retention, and development of a diverse staff who support the vision of the Library. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to explore employment opportunities with us.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Provide reference, reader’s advisory, and information literacy services.
● Provide instruction on the use of library resources, including tech-help and online e-resources.
● Perform collection development, programming, and/or other special assignments.
● Promote library services through community outreach, as well as print and electronic methods
(flyers, social media, etc.).
● Create and maintain accurate library statistics, reports and documents.
● Maintain effective communication with co-workers and supervisors, in-person and digitally.
● Keep up to date with professional development.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
● Excellent customer service skills.
● Cultural competence skills.
● Strong technology skills, experience with Evergreen ILS a plus.
● Proficient with Windows OS, digital databases, and Google Docs.
● Approach challenges and change with a positive, problem solving, and learning attitude.
QUALIFICATIONS:
● Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program.
● NYS Public Librarian Certificate.
SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION:
This is a part-time position, to be scheduled up to a maximum of 17 hours a week. Must be able to work every other weekend on a rotating basis and evenings as needed. Salary is $32.21 per hour. Benefits include New York State Retirement system eligibility and sick leave.
To apply please send your resume and statement of interest to chaplcareers@wlsmail.org with the subject “Librarian.”
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Job posted to this site on December 6th at 2:10pm
Cataloguing Specialist (Remote/On-Site Hybrid) at The Wildenstein Plattner Institute
Full Time
Status: Contractor, with possibility to convert to employee status with benefits after 3-months probationary period
Term: Two years, with possibility of extension
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
About The Wildenstein Plattner Institute:
The Wildenstein Plattner Institute (WPI) is a non-profit foundation established in 2016 by the French dealer and art historian Guy Wildenstein and Hasso Plattner, a leading German entrepreneur in digital technologies. The WPI compiles and publishes digital catalogue raisonnés and provides access to significant archival materials on an innovative new digital platform to advance art historical research.
Position Description:
The WPI seeks an efficient, reliable, and collaborative Cataloguing Specialist for our team. In this position, the Cataloguing Specialist is primarily responsible for original and complex copy cataloguing of digitized print materials, including sales catalogues and exhibition catalogues, in Romance and Western European languages, particularly French, German, Italian, and Spanish.
The successful candidate has extensive knowledge of current metadata standards of all MARC formats, AACR2, RDA, SCIPIO, in addition to LCSH/LC classification and controlled vocabularies. Experience and familiarity with relational databases and OCLC Connexion is preferred. The Cataloguing Specialist performs a variety of basic catalogue record analysis for accuracy and problem resolution. The candidate also provides support to ongoing database maintenance and cleanup projects. Corrects, edits and enhances existing records according to local and national cataloguing and metadata standards, including authority control of database access points.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Temporary position with an expectation of a 2-year commitment to perform original and complex copy cataloguing of the WPI’s collection of digitized print monographs, such as sales catalogues and exhibition catalogues, in Romance and Western European languages, particularly French, German, Italian, and Spanish.
Consistently and accurately performs cataloguing in accordance with standard national guidelines and systems.
Responsible for creating original bibliographic records and handling authority control.
Performs other related duties as assigned, such as providing support to ongoing database maintenance and cleanup projects.
The position will be partially remote, therefore, having access to high speed internet and a laptop/desktop computer is required. Please note as this is a hybrid position, there will be periodic meetings held in-person at our office in Manhattan.
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree or equivalent, preferably an MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution or recognized equivalent and 3+ years of relevant professional cataloguing work experience required to successfully perform the principal responsibilities,
Must have experience with performing unrevised original and complex copy cataloguing,
Thorough knowledge of RDA, AACR2, LCSH/LC classification, Getty Vocabularies, MARC formats and principles of authority control,
Proficiency with cataloguing tools, such as OCLC Connexion,
Capacity to execute tasks with accuracy, consistency, and meticulous attention to detail,
Ability to organize and prioritize workload, to execute multiple tasks with time constraints, and to work independently,
Flexibility in adapting to changeable cataloguing needs,
Critical judgment skills in cataloguing responsibilities,
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively to meet goals and deadlines,
Excellent oral and written communication skills,
Professional demeanor and intellectual curiosity,
High level of comfort with online databases, office productivity, software, and emergent technologies, including, G-suite applications and Mac operating systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge and awareness of emerging trends in cataloguing and metadata,
Demonstrated knowledge of one or more non-English languages, especially French, German, Italian, and Spanish,
Knowledge of or background in art history,
Proficiency with relational databases.
Compensation:
Contractor will be paid at an hourly rate for the first three months, with the option to become a salaried employee with benefits upon review and approval.
To apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references with contact information to info@wpi.art. In the email subject line, include your “Name” (first and last name) and “Cataloguing Specialist Application.”
Any questions regarding the application process should be directed to info@wpi-art.org.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Proposed start date is February 2022.
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Job posted to this site on December 6th at 8:00am
Head of Children's Services at Valley Cottage Library
Full Time
Head of Children’s Services at Valley Cottage Library – Join a dynamic workforce with this opportunity to lead!
This is your chance to join the friendliest staff and library in Rockland County, as described by our patrons. Valley Cottage Library, located in a nearby suburb of NYC, is a renowned community resource serving the 23,000 residents of the Nyack School District. We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking individual to manage and lead a vibrant Children’s Services Department.
The ideal candidate will be an innovative and creative problem solver; an experienced leader and manager with a proven track record of motivating and developing staff as well as an able communicator. The Head of Children’s Services leads a department of five staff members including two MLS-degreed librarians.
This is a full-time position (35 hours per week) reporting to the Director of the Library.
Minimum qualifications required:
MLIS (or equivalent) from an ALA accredited program
NYS Public Library Certificate at time of hire
Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience including 1-2 years managerial/department head level experience in a public library
Mastery of Microsoft Office programs and all digital platforms relevant to library service
Ability to work with diverse people of all ages, including staff, volunteers and the public
Ability to apply, enhance and promote new technology services of the department and the library. Candidate must adapt readily to changing software, programs and processes.
Responsibilities include:
Acquisition, development and maintenance of the children’s collections
Overseeing the judicious use of the Children’s Services materials and programming budgets
Selecting, training, scheduling and conducting performance evaluations for department staff
Technology troubleshooting and training of department staff
Attending continuing education programs and workshops suitable to professional growth and grant writing
Conducting, developing and implementing children’s programming, including storytimes, STEAM programs, and book discussions.
The ability to think differently and find opportunities for fun in the library
Collaborating with local schools and community organizations and building partnerships to expand the reach of Library services throughout our chartered service area
The ability to innovate and execute new ideas for library service to children birth through grade 5 and their families.
The Head of Children’s Services is expected to work one evening per week and one Saturday per month. A generous benefits package includes medical, vision and dental insurance, flexible spending account, paid vacation and sick leave, and participation in a 403B matching plan.
Competitive salary commensurate with experience starting at $56,181.
If you possess a passion to work in a team-based and customer-focused environment that strives to provide excellent services to the community at large apply now!
A completed employment application is required and can be obtained at www.valleycottagelibrary.org under ‘About->Jobs at VCL’. Please email the completed application, a resume and a cover letter highlighting your experience to the attention of Christy Blanchette, Assistant Director at vclsearchcommittee@rcls.org.
Applications will be accepted until December 28, 2021.
No telephone calls please.
Valley Cottage Library is an equal opportunity employer.
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Job posted to this site on December 4th at 5:19am
Library Technical Assistant III at The New York Public Library
Part Time
Overview
The Brooke Russell Astor Reading Room for Rare Books and Manuscripts seeks a part-time staff member in the role of Library Technical Assistant III to perform a variety of public service, technical, and clerical tasks. Serving the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Manuscripts and Archives collections, Rare Books collections, New York Public Library Archives, and George Arents collection, staff in the Astor Reading Room facilitate nearly 2,000 researchers annually.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Research Coordinator for Public Service, the Library Technical Assistant III:
Performs public service, including circulating materials to patrons; instructing researchers on the safe use of materials and assuring adherence to good handling practices; and explaining policies and procedures
Retrieves and reshelves archival and rare book collection material
Identifies and works to resolve service issues and inventory discrepancies
Collaborates with colleagues on fulfilling staff-mediated duplication requests
Assists with planning and implementing special projects, such as rehousing, organization of collection storage areas, shelf reading, and barcoding
Performs other duties as required
Required Education & Experience
Some college required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
1-2 years experience working in a library or related institution
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Demonstrated experience in a public service environment and good customer service skills
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with persons from diverse backgrounds, in person and in writing
Outstanding attention to detail
Experience working effectively independently and in a team environment
Good problem-solving skills; able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
Training or coursework in handling rare and fragile materials, particularly in a library or a cultural heritage institution
Familiarity with principles of archives and rare book collection maintenance
NYPL Core Values
Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
Be Resourceful in solving problems
Be Curious in all aspects of your work
Physical Duties
Lifting up to 40 lbs. required
Ability to push a heavy wheeled cart up an incline
Physical Required
No
Union/Non Union
Local 1930
Schedule
17.5 hours to be scheduled Monday-Saturday, 10am-6pm
Some weekend service required
Schedule subject to change
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Job posted to this site on December 4th at 5:18am
Library Technical Assistant III - Manuscripts, Archives, and Rare Books at The New York Public Library
Full Time
Overview
The Brooke Russell Astor Reading Room for Rare Books and Manuscripts seeks a staff member in the role of Library Technical Assistant III to perform a variety of public service, technical, and clerical tasks. Serving the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Manuscripts and Archives collections, Rare Books collections, New York Public Library Archives, and George Arents collection, staff in the Astor Reading Room facilitate nearly 2,000 researchers annually.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Research Coordinator for Public Service, the Library Technical Assistant III:
Performs public service, including circulating materials to patrons; instructing researchers on the safe use of materials and assuring adherence to good handling practices; and explaining policies and procedures
Retrieves and reshelves archival and rare book collection material
Identifies and works to resolve service issues and inventory discrepancies
Collaborates with colleagues on fulfilling staff-mediated duplication requests
Assists with planning and implementing special projects, such as rehousing, organization of collection storage areas, shelf reading, and barcoding
Performs other duties as required
Required Education & Experience
Some college required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
1-2 years experience working in a library or related institution
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Demonstrated experience in a public service environment and good customer service skills
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with persons from diverse backgrounds, in person and in writing
Outstanding attention to detail
Experience working effectively independently and in a team environment
Good problem-solving skills; able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
Training or coursework in handling rare and fragile materials, particularly in a library or a cultural heritage institution
Familiarity with principles of archives and rare book collection maintenance
NYPL Core Values
Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
Be Resourceful in solving problems
Be Curious in all aspects of your work
Physical Duties
Lifting up to 40 lbs. required
Ability to push a heavy wheeled cart up an incline
Physical Required
No
Union/Non Union
Local 1930
Schedule
35 hours to be scheduled Monday-Saturday, 10am-6pm
Some weekend service required
Schedule subject to change
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Job posted to this site on December 3rd at 11:59am
Library Media Specialist at Churchill School
Full Time
Library Media Specialist
Position Summary
The Churchill School and Center has an immediate opening for a Library Media Specialist. This is a full-time, 10-month, K-12 position. The Library Media Specialist is an integral member of the Technology department and will be tasked with helping to reshape the school-wide library media curriculum. The Library Media Specialist is responsible for curating the school’s media resources, maintaining the library budget, organizing literacy activities for students, and developing a cohesive K-12 literacy curriculum.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Embrace and model Churchill’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Model and teach the skills necessary to access, evaluate, and use resources effectively and responsibly
Collaborate with faculty to develop instruction that promotes literacy skills
Create and maintain an inviting, safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment that fosters intellectual inquiry
Regularly teach classes, reflecting current curriculum and diversity heritage months; support middle school classes with media literacy classes and readers’ advisory for independent reading; as needed, teach high school classes research skills, plagiarism, and other relevant topics
Support student love of literacy by providing readers’ advisory services, checking out books to middle school students and high schoolers, and supporting regular browse and borrow classes for elementary school students
Manage all aspects of the library, including circulation, shelving, collection development, processing of new books, cataloging, library marketing, reference, and library budget.
Curate, maintain, and ensure access to a diverse collection of resources that reflect and inspire students’ interests and supports the school’s DEI mission
Provide unique and engaging learning experiences for students
Build the library media curriculum and providing direct instruction to students that builds their literacy skills and supports the curriculum of other content areas
Skilled in working with students with language-based learning disabilities and adapt curriculum to meet their needs
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is organized, thoughtful, and possesses the strong interpersonal skills necessary to assist students in developing their digital literacy and research skills and to collaborate with faculty in integrating research and technology skills into their instruction.
A Masters of Library Science or equivalent and classroom experience are required. Experience with students with learning disabilities and library management software are preferred.
Qualified and interested applicants should provide a current resume, references, and a cover letter outlining all experience relative to the position.
Churchill works to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Please include your thoughts and experiences on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting and offer an example of your work with students through an equity lens.
The Churchill School and Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic. Churchill is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color, as well as candidates from under-represented groups.
Mission Statement
The Churchill School and Center, a K-12 coeducational college-preparatory day school, is dedicated to working collaboratively with students, educators, and families to help children with language-based learning disabilities realize their full potential. By building upon their strengths, we provide a rigorous program that teaches children perseverance, resilience, and the importance of self-awareness and self-advocacy. We prepare our children to become courageous, confident, productive, and caring people who will embrace the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. Tolerance, respect, and active engagement are hallmarks of our intentionally diverse community. The Churchill School and Center recognizes its responsibility to the wider educational community and is committed to remaining a leader in its field.
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Job posted to this site on December 2nd at 1:09pm
Librarian for African American & Black Diaspora Studies at New York University, Division of Libraries
Full Time
The New York University Division of Libraries is seeking a liaison librarian to develop and deliver library programs and services for NYU students, scholars, researchers, and artists who situate their work in African American and Black Diaspora Studies. This position would support related academic programs across NYU, including the Institute of African American Affairs, Center for Black Visual Culture, Center for the Study of Africa and the African Diaspora, Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, Department of History, and more; and help to build and sustain a local intellectual community centered on Black diasporic histories, political and cultural movements, institutions, economies, and identities.
In this tenure track position, the Librarian for African American and Black Diaspora Studies will lead efforts to connect with scholarly communities at NYU by defining and delivering an integrated program of outreach, consultation, collections, and support for research and scholarship through an anti-racist lens. As part of that program, they will develop distinctive, interdisciplinary, multi-format, and intersectional library collections that serve the unique and wide-ranging needs of our students, artists, scholars, and researchers both locally and nationally. They will support the curriculum and create innovative services that advance teaching, learning, and research practices that encompass new research methods and modes of inquiry. They will collaborate with groups across NYU to deliver programming that builds community and prioritizes the needs of underrepresented communities. To best support this local mission, they will also engage and coordinate with the national and international community of Africana and Black Studies librarians. The position is part of the liaison program in the Research & Research Services subdivision within the Libraries, where the candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of colleagues in pursuit of the above work.
Research
Faculty librarians also pursue their own active research agendas, contributing their expertise, experiences, and investigations to build new knowledge in their chosen areas. This position has wide latitude in determining their research agenda and is well positioned to conduct research at the intersection of African American and Black Diaspora Studies, information science, and anti-racist library practices, including, but not limited to, trail-blazing the incorporation of anti-racism into research practice and materials, decentering whiteness in primary and secondary research, challenging the persistence of bias and racism within systems of scholarly communication and information systems, 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.
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), 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.
Substantive experience in one or more areas of study germane to this position, such as Africana, African Diaspora, African American, or Black Studies.
Experience or strong interest in the role and mission of academic libraries, including providing researcher support, building research collections, and creating programming that furthers the mission of the Library and the communities it serves.
Experience with teaching and pedagogy, including knowledge of current and emerging issues, practices, trends, and technologies.
Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, belonging, and accessibility within teaching, learning, and/or research services.
Comfort operating in a virtual environment with standard tools (e.g., Zoom, Meet, Teams).
Preferred
ALA accredited MLS/MLIS.
Familiarity with Black diasporic languages, such as Haitian Creole, French, Portuguese, or Spanish.
Experience working across organizational boundaries and managing complex stakeholder groups to move projects forward.
Experience with teaching and pedagogy that support critical pedagogy, antiracist, and/or inclusive teaching and learning in academic libraries and/or university environments.
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/99379 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 January 10th.
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Job posted to this site on December 2nd at 12:44pm
Library Coordinator - Circulation Supervisor at Mina Rees Library
Full Time
Under the direction of the Head of Circulation and Reserves, the Library Coordinator supervises part-time staff and workflow for library circulation, reserves, and stack maintenance. The Graduate Center Library hosts a collection of print material of about 230,000 books, with about 33,000 circulation and reserve transactions each year. The library serves as a pick-up point for about 10,000 interlibrary loan items each year, and about 10,000 items from other CUNY libraries requested annually by users CUNY-wide.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Responsible for the receipt, return, and pickup of library materials and monitors service activity and quality;
Manages and performs circulation and reserve transactions using CUNY circulation software;
Assign work schedules, evaluates, and directs circulation, reserve, and stack maintenance staff in all library functions including registering library users; lending books, media, and equipment; organizing pick-ups and returns of resources from both inside and outside CUNY libraries; issuing guest printing user logins; collecting fines and fees; interfacing with user records appropriately in university information systems;
Trains staff to operate independently on evenings and weekends to perform all services in the library, to provide accurate information and directional referrals, and to respond appropriately in emergencies;
Manage collections and deposit of library fines and fees; statistics for library entry and egress; and compiles data for analysis;
Responsible for the maintenance of copiers and card dispensers including collection and deposit of cash;
Monitors services to assure timely response to borrowing requests, deliveries to CUNY borrowers, and shipments to borrowing libraries;
Troubleshoots hardware, software, and systemic problems related to circulation, reserve, and security and report the same;
Identifies damaged material, including books and equipment, and initiates repair;
Tracks overdue items, traces lost items, and initiates replacement as needed;
Prepares materials for delivery and shipment;
Resolves problems and complaints resulting from complications of service;
Collaborates on workflow review, policy development, and implementation of new software;
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree required.
Preferred Qualifications include:
Experience with library catalogs, circulation systems, and databases.
Experience working with Alma fulfillment functions
Ability to process and manage online reserves for remote users
Ability to create schedules in response to changing staffing patterns
Proficiency in interpreting service documentation and to master new software and hardware, including statistical software and web applications.
Demonstrated interpersonal and organizational skills with dedication to excellent service.
Strong ability to communicate clearly on the phone, in person, and via email.
Strong time management skills, with the ability to set priorities and to work efficiently under pressure with accuracy.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
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Job posted to this site on December 2nd at 11:23am
Librarian for Education & Human Development at New York University, Division of Libraries
Full Time
New York University Libraries seeks a liaison Librarian for Education & Human Development to work closely with faculty, graduate, and undergraduate students in the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, including the Departments of Teaching and Learning; Administration, Leadership, and Technology; and Applied Statistics, Social Science, and Humanities. This tenure-track faculty position will connect students, faculty, practitioners, and researchers to the services, content, and tools that meet scholarship, teaching, and learning needs.
This position will liaise with the above departments in the Steinhardt School which are tuned particularly towards building NYC’s educational leaders and workforce, as well as fostering equitable education systems through policy and scholarship. The person in this position will deliver a program of extensive and integrated instructional, consultation, and research support; developing responsive and innovative services for a clientele who are engaged with intensive practice and research within New York City as well as on the global stage; and building and curating collections that support the activities of these communities. This librarian will also have an understanding of quantitative and qualitative methods and data and geospatial visualization.
This position acts as a vital member of the Health, Education, and Human Development Team within the Research & Research Services subdivision of NYU Libraries. The incumbent will bring their deep engagement, skills, and expertise to the highly collaborative work of the Team and the Libraries, working creatively with colleagues to implement and enhance programs and services, deliver physical and virtual research and reference 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, and an understanding of the issues surrounding scholarly publishing and communications.
Research portfolio
Faculty Librarians also explore their own active research agendas, and contribute 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 Education and Human Development would find themselves well positioned to make substantive contributions to research in a number of areas, including, but not limited to, research services provision, critical librarianship as it relates to praxis oriented communities, multiple literacies within the education sphere, and many 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.
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 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.
Two years experience teaching in any learning environment
Demonstrated engagement with one or more fields germane to this position, such as Education or another of the social and behavioral sciences
Two years experience in a library or research setting that demonstrates a commitment to the mission of research libraries (i.e., providing researcher support, building research collections, and creating programming)
Knowledge of current and emerging issues, practices, trends, and technologies that support inclusive teaching and learning
Experience or strong interest in pedagogy, including knowledge of current critical pedagogy, antiracist, and/or feminist approaches to instruction
Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, belonging, and accessibility within teaching and learning
Demonstrated dedication to public or customer services, e.g. in-person and virtual reference
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)
Experience working across organizational boundaries and managing complex stakeholder groups
Fluency with large, public datasets such as the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) and its surveys and the U.S. Census, and experience crafting pedagogy that invites learners to integrate data into social and educational policy analysis
Potential for social research, which could include qualitative methodologies, data visualization, or data management
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 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/99384 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 January 28.
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Job posted to this site on December 1st at 9:19am
Director of Medical Library Services at Maimonides Medical Center
Full Time
Brooklyn, NY. We’re Maimonides Medical Center, the largest hospital in Brooklyn and a major independent teaching hospital with a community hospital feel. At Maimonides, we’re continuously expanding our services and remain at the forefront of innovative medicine. In fact, our Heart & Vascular Center ranks among the top 1% of hospitals in the US for heart attack/heart failure patient outcomes. We deliver more babies than any other hospital in New York State, have a Level l Trauma Center, and an accredited full-service Cancer Center with Joint Commission Gold Star designation along with the distinction of Brooklyn’s only Children’s Hospital.
Maimonides Medical Center is seeking a Director of Medical Library Services to be responsible for providing a state-of-the-art medical library with evidence-based informational resources and services to support customer focused, high quality patient care, research and graduate medical education. The professionally trained librarian will administer the operations of the library, develop policies and procedures as well as:
Provide evidence-based healthcare instruction, and expert literature searching using Pubmed, Cochrane, Cinahl and other knowledge-based databases.
Develop and monitor policies and procedures for the library’s services, collections, technologies, data collection/analysis, and file management.
Provide on-site and virtual library services including inter-library loan, document delivery, and circulation.
Evaluate user needs and ensure adequate, accessible and up-to-date print and online collections through acquisition and cataloging of books and journals, and selection of databases.
Supervise library staff, provide training and staff development. Coordinate staffing hours to ensure adequate library coverage.
Develop annual budget and monitor expenditures.
Interact/negotiate with vendors to ensure best pricing.
Develop and maintain content and links for the Medical Library’s intranet and internet websites.
Prepare agenda and conduct the multidisciplinary Medical Library Committee meetings.
Maintain memberships and participation in library consortia and library networking for resources sharing, cooperative and group services, and to stay current of developments in librarianship.
Ensure library compliance with accrediting organizations.
Perform other duties as required.
We require:
Master's degree in library science from an American Library Association accredited program.
At least 3 years of experience as a Library Director or Manager in a hospital, academic medical center or healthcare system.
Experience with budget management and staff development/ supervision/ training.
Professional level experience utilizing the National Library of Medicine’s (NLM) databases including Pubmed, and other knowledge-based resources.
Experience teaching the library’s resources and services in a classroom or one-on-one setting.
Working knowledge of Docline, NLM’s “Outside Tools”, and link resolvers.
Outstanding written and verbal communication, interpersonal and collaborative skills as well as strong organizational skills.
Membership in the Medical Library Association’s “Academy of Health Information Professionals” (AHIP) or working toward AHIP.
Experience with citation management software preferred.
Experience with Libkey and Browzine, Libguides, Discovery Services preferred.
Must be flexible with work schedule to occasionally cover a night and weekend when needed.
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Job posted to this site on November 29th at 4:08pm
Reference and Instruction Librarian (Remote/On-Site Hybrid) at Phillips school of Nursing @ Mount Sinai Beth Israel
Full Time
The Reference and Instruction Librarian at the Phillips School of Nursing (PSON) at Mount Sinai Beth Israel supports the research, education, and information needs of the school’s students, faculty (full-time and adjunct), and staff. The ideal candidate for this role will be a customer-service oriented information professional, knowledgeable about nursing and other biomedical resources with strong reference, consultation, and presentation skills. This position reports to PSON’s Senior Associate Dean and works collaboratively with the staff of the other Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) Libraries.
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Job posted to this site on November 29th at 4:08pm
Pace University NYC Part-time reference librarian at Pace University
Part Time
The Part-Time Reference Librarian will focus on supporting the library’s extensive weeding project including evaluating print materials for deselection and physically withdrawing books. The part-time reference librarian will also provide comprehensive reference services when needed, in a team-based, patron-centered environment for the Pace community.
This is a temporary position from Jan. 4th – June 30, 2022, with a possibility of extension based on budgetary conditions.
Evaluate print materials for deselection based on a set of quantitative criteria and understanding of collection goals
Participate in physically removing books from the shelves and preparing them for disposal or donation.
Provide reference and research support both in-person and via the online chat reference system.
Assist with other library projects as designated by the Head of Research and Circulation Services NYC.
Perform other such duties as assigned from time to time.
Qualifications:
MLIS, MSLIS, or equivalent required. Current graduate library science students will also be considered.
Strongly preferred: collection development and weeding experience
Knowledge of print and electronic information sources.
Ability to work independently.
Detail-oriented
Excellent communication skills and service orientation.
Preferred: Experience providing reference service in an academic library.
Prime candidates will have experience with collection development and deselection in an academic library. The perfect candidate will demonstrate the ability to work independently, collaborate with colleagues and support a diverse student population.
20 hrs per week. Work schedule is flexible and can be adjusted for the right candidate.
Evening and weekend availability preferred.
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Job posted to this site on November 23rd at 2:52pm
Executive Assistant to the Dean - Library Administration at Montclair State University
Full Time
Job Description
SUMMARY:
The Executive Assistant to the Dean is responsible for providing administrative support, with a focus on project management, personnel actions and records including student assistants, facilities, and development. The Executive Assistant works with the Dean and designated library staff in the development and implementation of policies, organizational development, plans, programs, and operations under the direction of the Dean. This position serves as liaison between the Library and a wide range of individuals and organizations both on and off-campus to advance the goals of the department.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and recommend goals, programs, and policies to the Dean; and participate in their review, interpretation and implementation.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with library staff, faculty members, staff and students, alumni, library consortia and vendors, and the public to ensure that established goals are met and problems are resolved.
Plan, implement and control general and special projects assigned by the Dean, ensuring timely completion. Recommend and act on organizational arrangements and administrative procedures to help achieve library goals as directed by the Dean.
Perform special studies or investigations that require the analysis of requests and facts of a sensitive nature; maintain confidentiality and make recommendations regarding appropriate action. Conduct research; evaluate data, prepare reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations.
Compile and analyze statistical, financial, and other data.
Maintain and manage essential records and files for ready access by the Dean. Supervise and/or plan, schedule, market and implement program events.
Coordinate and assist with accreditation.
Maintain Dean’s calendar; coordinate meetings and travel arrangements; prepare and communicate meeting agendas when appropriate
Participate in meetings taking notes and minutes as required. Coordinate the processing of staff, faculty and student personnel actions including hiring, appointment, reappointment, tenure, promotion, and performance reviews. Monitor Federal Work-Study student pay balances as liaison to Financial Aid office.
Manage staff office supply requests and submit requisitions; work with staff to submit travel authorizations and process invoices.
Monitor building conditions by working with Facilities, Library Guard, Library staff and Housekeeping and place work orders for various maintenance issues.
Handle in-person, written, email, and telephone requests and inquiries. Draft responses to correspondence for the Dean. Coordinate mailings and publications of the library.
Track professional development budget and applications for travel support.
Develop data-gathering methods including surveys.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED:
Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university.
A minimum of five years of professional experience in an institution of higher education, academic libraries, or similar institutions with increasing responsibility for budgeting, planning, organizing, coordinating, staffing, reporting.
One year of experience providing confidential executive support for a department head, dean, or an executive at an equivalent level.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Outlook (or equivalent) for email and calendaring.
Excellent time management and creative problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Cultural competency with the ability to work well with faculty, staff and students from varied backgrounds and talents.
PREFERRED:
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate meetings, events, and initiatives with colleagues in other executive-level offices and academic departments.
Demonstrated ability to stay within the budget for events and projects.
Experience handling sensitive materials and confidential issues that may relate to budgets, union matters, personnel, or policy development.
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PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.
Department
Library Administration
Position Type
Professional - Non-Faculty
PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.
Department
Library Administration
Position Type
Professional - Non-Faculty
Contact Information:
For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email talent@montclair.edu.
EEO/AA Statement
Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.
Additional information can be found on the website at
www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/
Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy
Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/
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Job posted to this site on November 23rd at 1:50am
President and Director at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
Full Time
An Invitation to Apply for the Position of President and Director
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh (CLP), the largest public library in Western Pennsylvania, invites nominations and applications for the position of President and Director to lead the organization into the future.
Founded as a public trust by Andrew Carnegie’s unflagging commitment to free libraries, CLP has championed its mission to engage the community in literacy and learning since its inception in 1895. Today, with 19 branches across the City of Pittsburgh and a staff of over 400, CLP serves just under three million people annually and plays a vital leadership role in the region. As one of Pennsylvania’s 29 District Library Centers, CLP serves all public libraries in Allegheny County, providing services such as materials sorting and delivery, interlibrary loan, continuing education, and teen services coordination. Additionally, CLP is one of four Statewide Resource Centers in the Commonwealth and administers the Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians (LAMP) that serves residents across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania who are blind or print disabled.
CLP is a cultural and educational anchor in the City of Pittsburgh and across Allegheny County. Building on a strong foundation as the nation begins to emerge from the global pandemic, this is a compelling opportunity for a strategic, visionary, and collaborative leader to restore the Library’s in-person impact and help build a visionary future for services, programming, and collections that are aligned with the robust history of the organization and the community’s needs.
This role presents an exciting opportunity to enhance the social, economic, and educational role of the library within the city, county, and beyond. The next President and Director will collaboratively create and communicate a vision for the bright future of CLP, deepen numerous critical partnerships across the city, county, and state, and collaboratively lead a new model of shared services for libraries across the county. Additionally, the new President and Director will develop and support an immensely talented staff, enhance CLP’s commitment to equity and inclusion internally and externally, steward and expand CLP’s financial resources, and serve as a visible leader to promote the library as a central pillar of the community that meaningfully contributes to the lives of residents.
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist in this important recruitment. All applications, inquiries, and nominations, which will remain confidential, should be directed to the search firm electronically at: https://www.imsearch.com/8149.
Andrew Lee, Managing Partner
Claire Hennessey, Senior Associate
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh (CLP) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability status, marital status, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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Job posted to this site on November 23rd at 1:49am
Supervisor of Information Technology Services at Old Bridge Public Library
Full Time
Position Description: Supervisor of Information Technology Services Reports to: Library Director Status: Exempt General Statement of Duties: Advises the Library Director on technology related matters, including the procurement of hardware and software. Ensures that computers and peripherals are available for use at all times. Supports and instructs staff and patrons in the use of technologies. Manages the operation of all social media sites. Responsibilities: • Supervises assigned staff, including scheduling, training, and designating tasks, as well as reviewing workflow and procedures to ensure maximum quality and efficiency. • Identifies methods of training staff in the use of various technologies. • Provides assigned staff with periodic verbal and written evaluations. • Develops and presents programs/workshops/classes on a variety of technology related topics of interest to the public, on and off site. • Maintains appropriate records related to software licenses, warranties, network configurations and topology, performance, and condition. • Performs routine hardware testing, maintenance, and repair. • Makes recommendations on hiring of any outside consultants as needed. • Oversees third parties involved in the installation, configuration, and repair of computers, peripherals, and network equipment. • Serves as webmaster and performs maintenance of the Library’s website. • Assists in developing technology plans for the library, and recommending updates. • Assists in developing a technology-based annual budget for the Library. • Oversees the operation of all social media sites and platforms. • Works with appropriate library staff to seek and implement grant funding for both new and continuing projects. • Develops proficiency in setting up and operating remote meeting online. • Submits monthly and annual reports on the progress of objectives as assigned. • Works days, evenings, and weekends as needed. • Provides after-hours support as needed. • Participates in, and encourages staff to participate in, professional development opportunities. • Performs other job-related tasks as assigned. • Maintains an appropriate professional appearance in dress and manner at all times. Qualifications: • Degree and/or certification in a computer science related field from an accredited institution. • At least three years of experience in computer network operations, maintenance, and repair. • Working knowledge of the Windows operating system and software programs such as Microsoft 365, as well as other public access technologies and applications. • Demonstrated experience in the following areas: flexibility, initiative, teamwork, staff and customer relations. • Must possess strong problem solving skills. • Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills. • Must possess a valid driver’s license. Physical Requirements: Independent body mobility to stand, walk, bend and sit for prolonged periods of time and/or drive a vehicle. Manual dexterity to reach and grasp, hand write or use computer keyboard. Vision sufficient to see/read, perceive color, prepare and analyze written and computer data, operate equipment, and determine the accuracy and thoroughness of work as well as observe general surroundings and activities. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing as needed. Ability to lift or move 10 pounds or more on occasion.
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Job posted to this site on November 22nd at 11:04am
Editor, Library Resources and Technical Services at Core, a Division of the American Library Association
Part Time
Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures, a division of the American Library Association, invites applications and nominations for the editor for Library Resources & Technical Services (LRTS), one of Core’s three scholarly research journals. The LRTS Editor will be appointed for a renewable three-year term ending June 30, 2024. The appointment includes an annual stipend of $1,500 and paid registration to attend the ALA Annual Conference. See https://journals.ala.org/index.php/lrts for more information about the journal.
Responsibilities
Solicits submissions and publicizes the contents of published issues of the journal
Convenes meetings of the journal’s editorial board
Collaborates with the editorial board to achieve a balance among the articles published to best represent the varied interests of all technical services professionals.
Assigns submissions to board members for peer review
Fields author inquiries
Makes publication decisions regarding submissions
Guides authors of accepted submissions through the publication process
Serves on Core’s Publications Coordination Committee
Provides an annual report to show number and type of submissions, acceptance rate, etc.
A long-term goal will be to transition the journal from green OA to completely OA
Qualifications:
Must be a member of Core
Demonstrated writing and editing expertise
Experience with the peer review process
Ability to meet deadlines
Awareness of current technical services and collections research issues and trends, including efforts to create more diverse, equitable, and inclusive knowledge structures
Knowledge of the professionals working in the areas of collections and technical services
Knowledge of copyright ownership issues as provided by ALA
Skills and professional standing to attract prospective authors
Experience with electronic manuscript submission and management systems
Knowledge of OA models
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter with the names and contact information for three references, via email to Mary Beth Weber (mbfecko@libraries.rutgers.edu).
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Job posted to this site on November 19th at 4:25pm
Director of Development at Libraries Without Borders US
Full Time
About the Organization
Libraries Without Borders (LWB US) is an education nonprofit committed to providing equal access to information and knowledge to communities in need. We partner with libraries, schools, tutoring programs, and local nonprofits to transform laundromats, housing lobbies, parks, and a variety of public spaces into places of lifelong learning—from basic reading, writing, and computer skills to health, legal, and financial literacy. By equipping local organizations and leaders with the tools and training they need to provide relevant and reliable information to their communities, we meet people where they are, bridge the digital divide, fight poverty, promote civic engagement and strengthen communities. Our US programs have won numerous awards, including the Google Impact Challenge and the Library of Congress International Literacy Award.
Our Values in Action
LWB US believes that equal access to information and knowledge is critical for achieving economic and racial equity. By partnering with libraries, nonprofit organizations, civic associations, and other stakeholders, we reimagine and reinvent public spaces to deliver programs in places where people live, work, and connect with other members of their community. From public parks in Detroit to laundromats in Oakland and San Antonio, from manufactured housing communities in Minnesota to houses of worship in Baltimore, we meet people where they are and connect them to relevant resources and reliable information.
Through a focus on human-centered design and community-based participatory research, we create programs that respond to immediate needs, adapt to ever-changing circumstances, and promote local capacity building to enable long-term, sustainable progress.
About the Role
The Director of Development will be responsible for spearheading the development efforts of LWB US as the organization goes through a period of rapid growth. A new position in the organization, the Director of Development will have the opportunity to shape fundraising and development functions in line with both the short- and long-term needs of the organization. They will work closely with the Executive Director, Development Manager, and Board of Directors to define fundraising goals for LWB US, as well as develop a clear and actionable strategy that positions the organization to achieve its strategic and operational goals.
The Director will be expected to manage relationships with high net worth individual donors, family foundations, as well as the bidding process for federal, state, and local funds. In addition, the Director will be responsible for understanding and communicating the scope of LWB US’ work through oral and written communication with individuals and funding organizations nationally. The Director will join a leadership team with the Executive Director and Deputy Director in shaping the strategic focus, priorities, and impact of LWB US.
Who We’re Looking For
LWB US seeks a highly organized, strategic, adaptable, detail-oriented, and people-centered leader with a demonstrated commitment to racial and economic justice. We would prefer candidates with 6+ years of experience with demonstrated success identifying potential donors and supporters, managing donor relationships, developing corporate partnerships, and earning public dollars. The Director’s experience should be relevant to projects in education, literacy, social enterprise, or social justice.
While LWB US operates programs in specific cities, the Director of Development position is currently remote.
Please note:
The Director of Development may travel up to 10 business days per month, as needed, domestically and internationally.
This is a Full Time Exempt position requiring flexibility to work evening and weekend hours as needed for meetings and projects.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates strongly preferred. French Fluency is preferred but not required.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Libraries Without Borders is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. We would like to see our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion reflected in the candidate pool for this vital position.
Core Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Development Manager to oversee grants from application to reporting.
Collaborate with the Development Manager to maintain, develop, and deepen relationships with relevant family foundations and national donor organizations.
Collaborate with the Development Manager to grow individual donor giving campaigns.
Collaborate with the Development Manager, Executive Director, and Board of Directors to create a development strategy that increases LWB US revenue streams and brand awareness
Develop, maintain, and deepen relationships with existing and prospective high net worth individual donors.
Liaise with the Board of Directors and keep members apprised of the organization’s development efforts through periodic reports and updates
Manage quarterly fundraising goals, as determined in concert with the Executive Director and relevant parties
Re-establish and oversee LWB US advisory council, planning a minimum of two meetings per year and ensuring council members stay up to date with LWB US activities and needs, in tandem with the Executive Director
Identify federal, state, and local funding opportunities.
Create and implement corporate partnership strategy.
Plan special events, online and in person, and other opportunities to grow support for LWB US.
What We Offer
Salary: $80,000-$90,000, commensurate with experience
Benefits: Health insurance (including dental, mental health, vision)
Vacation: 20 days of PTO, including sick days
Professional development: generous annual stipend
Timeline
We are looking to hire immediately!
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled
Anticipated start date December 2021 or January 2022
Interested?
Please send an email titled, “Director of Development” to jobs@librarieswithoutborders.us with the following information:
Resume (1 page)
Cover letter (1 page)
Three references
Writing samples
1 grant application with corresponding report
1 successful written or recorded pitch to individuals donors or corporate partners
Development experience
Please include examples of prior professional development and fundraising success (e.g., grants awarded, new donor acquisition, a multi-year strategic development plan)