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Job posted to this site on October 1st at 1:18pm
Assistant Director/Head of Reference Services - Tappan Free Library at TAPPAN FREE LIBRARY
Full Time
The Tappan Free Library is seeking creative, dedicated and innovative applicants to fill our newly combined position of Assistant Director/Head of Reference Services. This full time position offers the right candidate a unique opportunity to hold both administrative level responsibilities while also continuing to provide public-facing service to our community. We are located in Rockland County, NY and are chartered to serve approximately 6,800 residents. We are situated in the center of the historic district of Tappan in a recently expanded and renovated building. We are looking for the right candidate to help us continue moving into the future.
As Assistant Director the successful candidate will have shared and assigned responsibilities pertaining to the library’s administration, short/long term planning, technology development, budgetary oversight as well as staff supervision, management and scheduling. In addition, responsibilities will include management of facilities, grant writing, policy formulation/evaluation, tracking and analyzing statistics in order to develop goals that seek to provide the highest level of patron satisfaction. In the absence of the Director or as assigned, the successful candidate will assume and perform all duties of the Director.
As Head of Reference Services the successful candidate will provide leadership in planning, development and management of a team of five full and part time professional librarians. This includes oversight of daily operations in the department as well as training and evaluating staff, outreach, collection development, interlibrary loan, web content development, coordinating and planning adult programming all while providing outstanding customer service during public desk hours which will include combination of day and evening hours as well as at least one full weekend rotation per month.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities we are looking for:
Excellent decision making skills
Working knowledge of issues, trends, and technology in the Library profession
Excellent customer services skills including experience working with a diverse public and different age groups
Excellent organizational ability, multi-tasking skills, creativity, flexibility, and imagination
Ability to easily adapt to various situations, react and respond to emergencies and effectively problem-solve
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Ability to supervise, direct, motivate, train employees and identify areas in need of staff development
Knowledge of budgeting and related financial management practices
Ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to exercise independent judgment
Ability to work independently
Skill in the operation of computers/devices and software, including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Windows, Mac iOs, Chrome OS, QuickBooks, etc
Knowledge of library related applications, online services, and streaming services
Sirsi Workflows knowledge is a plus.
Ability to occasionally travel within the system (Rockland and Orange counties).
Qualifications:
A MLS or MLIS from an ALA accredited school.
New York Public Librarian's Professional Certificate at the time of appointment.
At least five (5) years of professional librarian experience.
At least three (3) years of administrative, management, supervisory experience.
Starting salary range is $65,000-75,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Benefits package including health benefits, paid vacation, personal days, holidays, sick time, and 403b plan with up to 5% matching contribution.
To Apply:
No phone calls please.
Interested candidates please send a single PDF which should include a letter of interest, resume, and a general employment application no later than October 17, 2021 to jobs@tappanlibrary.org with the subject line: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR/HEAD OF REFERENCE
Please download the general application click here: https://www.tappanlibrary.org/ckfinder/userfiles/files/TAPPAN%20employment%20APPLICATION.pdf
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Job posted to this site on October 1st at 1:18pm
Health & Life Sciences Librarian at The College of New Jersey
Full Time
Health & Life Sciences Librarian
R. Barbara Gitenstein Library at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Health & Life Sciences Librarian.
Summary of Responsibilities
Provides library services to TCNJ students, faculty, and staff, particularly in the School of Nursing, Health, and Exercise Science and the Department of Biology in the School of Science. Services include information literacy instruction, subject-specialized and general reference, and collection development and management of health and life sciences-related library resources. Engages in scholarly and service activities expected of tenure-track librarians. Participates in a library and campus community that is working to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and racial justice. Reports to the Dean of the Library. Some evening and weekend duties required.
Qualifications
Required: ALA-accredited master's degree and a broad knowledge of health and life sciences resources. Educational background and/or experience in a field relevant to health and life sciences. (Relevant experience may include, but is not limited to, academic library experience, experience in other teaching or research positions, and/or experience in clinical or laboratory settings.) Professional and pedagogical commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated excellence in communicating across a diverse range of constituencies; initiative, flexibility, and a strong service orientation.
Preferred: Significant experience using health and life sciences resources. Experience working in an academic library. Collection development experience. Reference or instruction experience. Knowledge of current and emerging instructional technologies. Experience working with graduate or continuing professional students. Additional graduate degree in an appropriate discipline. Record of scholarship and/or service.
More detailed information about the position and the online application process is available on the TCNJ Careers website. Review of application materials will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate is hired. To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by October 28, 2021.
To enrich education through diversity, The College of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. TCNJ has a strong commitment to inclusive excellence and to achieve diversity among faculty and staff. We strongly encourage a host of diverse, intersectional populations and cultures to apply including, but not limited to, identities based on race, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, and veteran status.
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Job posted to this site on September 30th at 11:32am
Scholarly Communications Librarian at Fairleigh Dickinson University
Full Time
Under the direction of the University Librarian and Associate University Librarian for Systems and Collections, the Scholarly Communications Librarian will spearhead library-wide efforts to advance open access initiatives, provide scholarly publishing guidance and training to researchers and scholars including copyright and fair use, and manage and maintain the library’s institutional repository. The incumbent will lead and support efforts to develop and promote a sustainable campus community of practice surrounding open access and scholarly communication through advocacy, seeking out contributors, marketing and collaboration efforts with the university community. The librarian is responsible for new and ongoing digitization projects, provides copyright guidance to users, advocates for access, creation and use of open access in support of the library’s and university’s mission.
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Job posted to this site on September 30th at 10:24am
Digitization Technician at The Frick Collection
Part Time
Digitization Technician
Part-time, Temporary for one year
Compensation: $20.00 per hour, 21-28 hours/week
The Frick strives to provide every employee with the best benefits of any museum workplace in New York City and an entry-level minimum wage that exceeds those offered by other institutions. We pride ourselves in promoting an open and welcoming workplace culture and or support of diversity and work life balance. We are confident that the benefits offered by the Frick are unparalleled in the New York museum community. The Frick Collection offers a beautiful and pleasant work setting and an excellent opportunity to appreciate some of the world’s finest works of art.
The Frick complies with Mayor de Blasio’s Executive Order 225 requiring all employees be fully vaccinated against the virus that causes COVID 19.
Benefits in Employment with the Frick Collection
Sick Time: Part-time employees are eligible to accrue sick leave up to 56 hours/year in accordance with the New York City Earned Sick Time Act.
Paid Holidays: part-time employees receive paid time-off when they are scheduled to work on holidays the museum is closed to the public. These include New Year's Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Martin Luther King Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. We also provide part-time employees with bereavement leave, and paid parental leave.
Retirement: The Frick supports all employees in planning for retirement by offering participation in a Tax Deferred Savings Plan – 403(b) and a defined benefit pension plan.
Wellness Programs at the Frick include an Employee Assistance Plan, a discount on Citi Bike memberships and a discount on bike helmets.
Meal discount: When employees are working onsite, they may access a discount on food pickup or delivery through Seamless/Grubhub
Position Summary
The Digitization Technician is responsible for digital conversion of archival materials using scanning and photography equipment. Tasks include handling fragile library collections, scanning or photographing library collections, monitoring scanning operations, ensuring scans meet quality standards, and tracking scanning progress. Responsibilities include:
· Operation of Zeutschel scanning equipment. No previous experience necessary, training will be provided.
· Operation of Phase One digital reproduction system using Capture One software. Previous experience preferred, but training will be provided.
· Careful handling of fragile books and other library material for scanning operation.
· Evaluating scanned material to establish that scanning has been carried out accurately.
· Ensuring that the scanning operation is running smoothly and efficiently.
· Managing, tracking, and reporting of scanning progress.
· Troubleshooting software and hardware issues on PC and Mac OSX.
Requirements
Experience working with scanning and photography equipment in a library environment is preferred. Successful candidates must be well organized, self-motivated, capable of handling library collections with care, and able to perform repetitive work with speed and accuracy. Must have the ability to constantly operate a computer and scanning and/or photography workstation for up to 7 hours per day. Successful candidate will be trained by the conservators in proper procedures for handling library materials and by the Digital Lab in operation of the scanning and photography equipment. Basic proficiency with Windows and Mac operating systems required. Experience with Capture One software and/or Adobe Photoshop and Bridge preferred.
Background
Opened to the public in 1935, The Frick Collection is a world-renowned art museum consisting of more than 1,500 works of art from the ninth to the nineteenth centuries displayed in the intimate surroundings of the former home of Pittsburgh industrialist Henry Clay Frick. It is considered one of the world's most perfect museums and the residence is one of New York City’s few remaining Gilded Age mansions. The Frick welcomes nearly 300,000 visitors a year to its tranquil mansion on the Upper East Side, encouraging visitors to closely observe, reflect, and engage with its esteemed collection.
The Frick Art Reference Library, founded by Mr. Frick’s daughter, Helen Clay Frick, in 1935, is an internationally recognized research library that serves as one of the world's most complete resources for the study of Western art. Our entire staff ensures that the resources of The Frick Collection are made accessible and inviting to “all persons whomsoever,” in accordance with the wishes of the museum’s founder.
The Frick has moved into its temporary home in the former Whitney Museum Breuer building at 75th Street and Madison Avenue, Frick Madison, while renovations are undertaken to the newer parts of the building at 1 East 70th Street. We provide training on best practices for protecting oneself and others during a pandemic.
Application Process
Send resume and cover letter to (include “Digitization Technician ” in subject line of email):
Associate Chief Librarian: Preservation, Imaging
jobs@frick.org
The Frick Collection
30 East 75th Street
New York, NY 10021
No phone calls please.
Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at The Collection, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, alienage or citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, military status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other protected characteristic as established by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
This description shall not be construed as a contract of any sort for a specific period of employment.
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la traducción en español
Técnico de digitalización
A tiempo parcial, Temporal por un año
Compensación: $20.00 por hora, 21-28 horas/semana
El Frick se esfuerza por proporcionar a cada empleado los mejores beneficios de cualquier lugar de trabajo en museos en la ciudad de Nueva York y un salario mínimo de nivel de entrada que exceda los ofrecidos por otras instituciones. Nos enorgullecemos de promover una cultura de lugar de trabajo abierta y acogedora, con apoyo a la diversidad y el equilibrio entre la vida laboral y personal. Estamos seguros de que los beneficios ofrecidos por el Frick no tienen paralelo en la comunidad de museos de Nueva York. The Frick Collection ofrece un entorno de trabajo hermoso y agradable y una excelente oportunidad para apreciar algunas de las mejores obras de arte del mundo.
El Frick cumple con la Orden Ejecutiva 225 del alcalde de Blasio que requiere que todos los empleados estén completamente vacunados contra el virus que causa COVID 19.
Beneficios en el empleo con The Frick Collection
Tiempo de enfermedad: Los empleados a tiempo parcial también son elegibles para acumular licencia por enfermedad de hasta 56 horas al año de acuerdo con la Ley de Pago por Ausencia Laboral Debido a Seguridad y Enfermedad de la Ciudad de Nueva York.
Feriados pagos: los empleados a tiempo parcial reciben tiempo libre pagado cuando están programados para trabajar en días festivos y el museo está cerrado al público. Estos incluyen el Día de Año Nuevo, el Día de los Presidentes, el Día de los Caídos, Juneteenth, el Día de la Independencia, el Día del Trabajo, el Día de Martin Luther King, el Día de Acción de Gracias y el Día de Navidad. También proporcionamos a los empleados a tiempo parcial licencia por duelo y licencia maternidad/paternidad remunerada.
Jubilación: Frick apoya a todos los empleados en la planificación de la jubilación al ofrecer la participación en un plan de ahorros con impuestos diferidos – 403 (B) y un plan de pensiones de beneficios definidos.
Los programas de bienestar en el Frick incluyen un Plan de Asistencia al Empleado, un descuento en las membresías de Citi Bike y un descuento en los cascos de bicicleta.
Descuento en comidas: Cuando los empleados trabajan en el lugar de trabajo, pueden acceder a un descuento en la recogida o entrega de alimentos a través de Seamless / Grubhub
Resumen de la posición
El técnico de digitalización es responsable de la conversión digital de materiales de archivo utilizando equipos de escaneo y fotografía. Las tareas incluyen manejar colecciones de bibliotecas frágiles, escanear o fotografiar colecciones de bibliotecas, monitorear las operaciones de escaneo, asegurar que los escaneos cumplan con los estándares de calidad y rastrear el progreso del escaneo. Las responsabilidades incluyen:
· Operación del equipo de escaneo Zeutschel. No se necesita experiencia previa, se proporcionará formación.
· Funcionamiento del sistema de reproducción digital Phase One mediante el software Capture One. Se prefiere experiencia previa, pero se proporcionará capacitación.
· Manejo cuidadoso de libros frágiles y otro material de biblioteca para la operación de escaneo.
· Evaluar el material escaneado para establecer que el escaneo se ha realizado con precisión.
· Asegurarse de que la operación de escaneo se realice sin problemas y de manera eficiente.
· Gestión, seguimiento e informes del progreso del escaneo.
· Solución de problemas de software y hardware en PC y Mac OSX.
Requisitos
Se prefiere tener experiencia trabajando con equipos de escaneo y fotografía en un entorno de biblioteca. Los candidatos seleccionados deben estar bien organizados, motivados, ser capaces de manejar las colecciones de la biblioteca con cuidado y ser capaces de realizar trabajos repetitivos con rapidez y precisión. Debe tener la capacidad de operar constantemente una computadora y una estación de trabajo de escaneo y / o fotografía hasta por 7 horas por día. El candidato seleccionado será capacitado por los conservadores en los procedimientos adecuados para el manejo de los materiales de la biblioteca y por el Laboratorio Digital en la operación del equipo de escaneo y fotografía. Se requiere dominio básico de los sistemas operativos Windows y Mac. Se prefiere la experiencia con el software Capture One y / o Adobe Photoshop y Bridge.
Fundado
Abierto al público en 1935, The Frick Collection es un museo de arte de renombre mundial que consta de más de 1.500 obras de arte de los siglos IX al XIX exhibidas en el entorno íntimo de la antigua casa del industrial de Pittsburgh Henry Clay Frick. Es considerado uno de los museos más perfectos del mundo y la residencia es una de las pocas mansiones de la Edad Dorada que quedan en la ciudad de Nueva York. El Frick da la bienvenida a casi 300,000 visitantes al año a su tranquila mansión en el lado este superior de Manhattan, alentando a los visitantes a observar de cerca, reflexionar y participar con su estimada colección. La Frick Art Reference Library, fundada por la hija del Sr. Frick, Helen Clay Frick, en 1935, es una biblioteca de investigación reconocida internacionalmente que sirve como uno de los recursos más completos del mundo para el estudio del arte occidental. Todo nuestro personal se asegura de que los recursos de The Frick Collection sean accesibles e inviten a "todas las personas que sean", de acuerdo con los deseos del fundador del museo.
El Frick se ha mudado a su hogar temporal en el antiguo edificio Whitney Museum Breuer en la calle 75 con la avenida Madison, Frick Madison, mientras que se llevan a cabo renovaciones en las partes más nuevas del edificio en 1 East 70 calle. Brindamos capacitación sobre las mejores prácticas para protegerse a uno mismo y a los demás durante una pandemia.
Proceso de solicitud
Envíe su currículum vitae y carta de presentación a (incluya "Técnico de digitalización" en la línea de asunto del correo electrónico):
Bibliotecario Jefe Asociado: Preservación, Imágenes
jobs@frick.org
The Frick Collection
30 East 75th Street
Nueva York, NY 10021
No llamadas telefónicas, por favor.
La igualdad de oportunidades en el empleo ha sido y seguirá siendo un principio fundamental en The Frick Collection, donde el empleo se basa en las capacidades y calificaciones personales sin discriminación por motivos de raza, color, religión, sexo, nacionalidad, edad, estado civil, enajenación o estado de ciudadanía, orientación sexual, discapacidad, embarazo, estado militar, credo, predisposición genética o estado de portador o cualquier otra característica protegida que establezca la ley. Esta política se aplica a todos los términos y condiciones de empleo, incluidos, entre otros, contratación, colocación, ascenso, terminación del empleo, despido, retiro de empleo, transferencia de empleo, licencia de trabajo, compensación y capacitación.
Esta descripción no se interpretará como un contrato de ningún tipo por un período específico de empleo.
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Job posted to this site on September 30th at 10:23am
Reference & Access Services Librarian at St. John's University School of Law
Full Time
The St. John’s Law School Rittenberg Library seeks applications for the position of Reference & Access Services Librarian. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Library Services, The Reference & Access Services Librarian will join a service-centered team that is an integral part of the life of a strong, inclusive, and vibrant law school community. The Librarian is responsible for providing comprehensive access services for the space and resources of the library and is a member of the Reference team, whose members collaborate to provide reference services and legal research instruction.
Responsibilities:
Supervise and coordinate training for the Library’s Access & Collection Services staff and student employees to provide comprehensive access and collection services to the entire law school community.
Oversee resource sharing and document delivery services.
Oversee circulation services, physical collection maintenance, and course reserves.
Serve as liaison to legal research resource vendors, including Westlaw, Lexis, and Bloomberg Law.
Coordinate student services outreach and initiatives.
Identify and manage departmental projects to enhance access to and use of the physical collection.
Provide extensive reference and research services to law faculty and students.
Participate in the preparation and delivery of research workshops and curate subject-specific research guides.
If the successful candidate has a J.D., then they will also participate in the preparation and delivery of credit-bearing research instruction, including the required research course in the second-year curriculum.
Participate as a team member in initiatives led by other Librarians and the Associate Dean for Library Services.
Foster strong working relationships with colleagues both at St. John’s and in other libraries.
Work together with all Library team members in carrying out the long and short-term goals and objectives of the Library and the Law School.
Minimum Qualifications:
Either a J.D. from ABA approved law school or an M.L.S. from ALA accredited library school.
A minimum of 1 year experience working in a law library setting.
A commitment to being part of an inclusive and anti-racist law school.
A strong work ethic and commitment to excellent service.
Knowledge of legal materials and current research methods, along with strong analytical skills.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, within a collegial environment.
Supervisory experience required.
Commitment to engaging in professional development.
Ability to combine the pursuit of excellence with a spirit of kindness and collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications:
Two or more years of experience in an academic law library, including legal research and reference and/or access services.
Experience coordinating and managing interlibrary loan and document delivery services, including familiarity with Illiad.
Experience using Innovative Interfaces products, including Sierra (or Millennium).
Experience working with new and emerging technologies in libraries.
Familiarity with and interest in open educational resources for legal education.
Instructional experience, including either informal or formal instruction in a professional setting.
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Job posted to this site on September 29th at 3:19pm
Visual and Performing Arts Librarian – Substitute Librarian at Queens College Library/CUNY
Full Time
Visual and Performing Arts Librarian – Substitute Librarian – Instructor/Assist. Professor – Queens College Library/CUNY
Queens College Libraries (QCL), City University of New York, seeks to hire a full-time Librarian for a newly created Visual and Performing Arts Librarian position with a focus in supporting student success by developing innovative approaches to instruction, outreach, and collection development in the areas of Art, Music, and Drama, Theater & Dance.
A public services position reporting through the Associate Librarian for Research & Instructional Services and the Associate Librarian for Scholarly Communication & Subject Specialists, the Visual and Performing Arts Librarian will be a partner and resource contact for faculty and students in the Queens College School of Arts and Humanities. This position partners with faculty to provide course integrated library instruction in support of student learning outcomes.
Responsibilities include:
Serve as Visual and Performing Arts subject specialist and participate virtually and in person in reference and research assistance, library instruction, and collection development. Some evenings and weekends might be necessary to meet user needs
Provide course integrated instruction to support the majors and programs in the departments of Art, Music, and Drama, Theater & Dance in the School of Arts & Humanities
Develop and manage resources in the visual and performing arts disciplines
Oversee Art and Music collection spaces and staff
Work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively and to promote teamwork, diversity, equality, and inclusiveness within QCL and the QC campus
Represent QCL interests on various local, regional, and national committees
Perform other professional duties as needed by the QCL department
Minimum qualifications:
Master's in Library and Information Science (MLS/MLIS), or the equivalent from an ALA-accredited institution
Undergraduate degree in the visual or performing arts
For appointment as Assistant Professor, a second graduate degree is required
Preferred qualifications:
Graduate degree or graduate coursework in progress in the visual or performing arts
One or more years related experience in librarianship within the visual and performing arts
Familiarity with resources and research strategies in the visual and performing arts
Familiarity with digital tools and technologies in the visual and performing arts
Familiarity with the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy in Higher Education, especially as it relates to the arts
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to foster a collegial work environment
Interest in participating in scholarly conversation via publications, presentations, etc.
To apply:
Review of applications to begin immediately. Position is open until filled
Email as one document your cover letter, CV, and a list of contact information for three references to: library@qc.cuny.edu
Please include: “VPA Substitute Librarian” in the subject line.
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Job posted to this site on September 29th at 3:11pm
Director - Buffalo & Erie County Public Library (NY) at Buffalo & Erie County Public Library (NY)
Full Time
The Buffalo & Erie County Public Library (B&ECPL) Board of Trustees seeks a politically savvy collaborative team leader with executive experience and a commitment to excellence as its new Director. As the recipient of the 2021 Penguin Random House Library Award for Innovation, the B&ECPL is leading the charge in providing thoughtful and engaging services. The Board comprises 15 members, with ten appointed by the Erie County Executive and five appointed by the Mayor of Buffalo and works collaboratively with the Director to inspire and engage an organization of over 650 staff with a $29.3 million budget serving over 950,000 residents. Guided by a new 5-year plan, the B&ECPL provides services to all residents of Erie County through its Central Library, 8 branches in the City of Buffalo, 22 contract member libraries operating 28 facilities throughout the County, and the Library on Wheels Bookmobile. The B&ECPL serves as a center of information, education, culture, and entertainment for the residents of Erie County and embraces its mission to “Connect our diverse community with library resources that enrich, enlighten and entertain.” Key initiatives include supporting innovative services and resources; ensuring opportunities for digital inclusion, continued education, and workforce development; maintaining and strengthening relationships within the community and among member libraries; increasing the library’s visibility in the County and New York State; and promoting the library’s rare and special collections through popular exhibits and displays.
Our Community: Situated on the beautiful eastern shore of Lake Erie, Buffalo is the second largest city in New York and serves as the hub of Erie County with countless cultural, social, and educational opportunities. Buffalo boasts the country’s oldest urban parks system, encompassing 211 parks and recreation facilities for outdoor enjoyment throughout the year, and is a known destination for American architecture history, including the work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Eero and Eliel Saarinen, H.H. Richardson, and Frederick Law Olmsted. Buffalo has recently undergone a remarkable transformation with a redeveloped waterfront, revitalized neighborhoods, and a growing craft beer scene. Erie County and Buffalo both increased in population in the 2020 Census. Dubbed “One of the Great Eating Cities” by food critic Michael Stern, Buffalo is a perfect blend of traditional bites and contemporary fare with seven different food crawls including the Buffalo Wing Trail. It’s no surprise Forbes listed the city as a top ten travel destination for families, with attractions like the new Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Explore & More Museum, the Buffalo Zoo, Canalside, and the Buffalo Museum of Science. Home to the Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres, and renowned cultural institutions such as Kleinhans Music Hall and the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, Western New York has something for everyone. The communities of Buffalo and Erie County are filled with proud, passionate, and diverse residents who make the region a vibrant place to call home.
Responsibilities: Responsibilities include but are not limited to recommending policies and reporting current activities and measurable results to the Library Board of Trustees; approving operational policies for application within the Central Library, Buffalo Branches, and all contract member libraries; determining performance standards for library services; approving a budget to be recommended to the Library Board, defending the budget before County Executive and County Legislature; negotiating and communicating with State, County, and local officials on all Library matters; establishing collaboration with community organizations and committees; participating in the work of local, State, and national library associations; and serving as the spokesperson for the Library to the media, promoting the public relations program for the library system.
Qualifications: A master’s degree in library science from an accredited ALA library school, and ten (10) years of professional library experience, five (5) years of which must have been as head of a library system (public, academic, school or other) or a large public library and three (3) additional years in an administrative capacity; or a satisfactory equivalent combination of training and experience.
The hiring salary range is $160,000 – $190,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package, as well as participation in the New York State Retirement System.
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 November 21, 2021.
View the announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links and information at https://bradburymiller.com/job/buffalo/.
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Job posted to this site on September 29th at 1:33pm
Young Adult and Digital Media Lab Assistant at New Rochelle Public Library
Part Time
The New Rochelle Public Library is seeking a motivated and creative Part Time Young Adult and Digital Media Lab Assistant on a contract basis who will predominantly work with our teen population in our busy Teen Room.
The successful applicant will assist the Teen Services Librarian with serving the library’s teen population during afterschool and weekend hours.
Responsibilities include:
Assisting the teen librarian with programming for young adults.
Supervising and providing assistance in the Digital Media Lab and Teen Room.
Planning, coordinating, and presenting young adult programs.
Planning, coordinating, and creating promotional material for young adult programs.
Providing program statistics for monthly reports.
Advising the teen librarian on young adult programs and services.
Providing reference and reader’s advisory when needed.
Preferred candidates will have at least 6 months working experience with tweens and teens (ages 11 - 18). Foreign language skills, especially Spanish, are a plus.
Minimum requirements:
Must be an energetic role model for a diverse population of middle and high school students.
Strong communication skills.
Strong behavioral management and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to work independently and with others.
Comfortable working with computers including emerging technologies such as VR and 3D printing.
Ability to troubleshoot minor computer problems.
Ability to provide reference service and/or guide teens toward materials in print and electronic resources.
Position:
Part-time, contractor based position.
20 hours per week after school from Monday - Friday, 3 pm - closing, and occasionally some weekend hours as required.
Pay:
$18 - $22, depending on experience and qualifications.
Interested individuals should email their resume and at least two references to Rio Aucena, Teen Services Librarian, at raucena@wlsmail.org with the subject line, “Teen Room Assistant Position.”
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Job posted to this site on September 29th at 1:02pm
Library Assistant - Per Diem at St. Barnabas Hospital
Part Time
Library responsibilities include, but are not limited to: maintaining the library's SpringShare LibGuide; interlibrary loan processing; room reservations, and general library tasks. In addition to serving the information needs of the hospital, the library's Electronic Resources Coordinator oversees the daily operation of HealthStream, the hospital's online learning platform. This position will assist the Electronic Resources Coordinator with HealthStream tasks such as generating reports, managing passwords, and assigning modules.
St. Barnabas Hospital is a teaching hospital located in the Belmont section of the Bronx, accessible by bus and MetroNorth (Fordham Station).
Library Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30 - 5:30, Friday 9:00 - 4:00. This position is 35 hours per two week pay period.
Please submit your application via the URL
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Job posted to this site on September 28th at 12:44pm
Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian at The Arthur W. Diamond Law Library of Columbia University
Full Time
The Arthur W. Diamond Law Library of Columbia University is seeking applications for the position of Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian. Reporting to the Head of Library Systems, the successful candidate will support and facilitate the efforts of the Law Library, its staff, and its user community through technology. This role is critical for maintaining access to print and electronic content; analyzing, developing, and streamlining library workflows; and finding solutions to a myriad of diverse challenges with varying levels of complexity. The successful candidate will take a user-centered approach to development, support, technical writing, and communications. They will support or collaborate with all library staff members, various IT departments, representatives of other institutions, and end users with highly specific or escalated concerns.
The Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian will support all activities of the Library Systems unit. The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility in balancing a variety of tasks with frequently shifting priorities. Key responsibilities include:
Coordination and administration of various cloud software services, including the integrated library system; coordination of vendor development projects
Management of electronic resources, including administrative records; bibliographic records and other end-user access points; access implementation and troubleshooting; and proxy server administration
Development, implementation, and maintenance of custom tools to support end users, internal workflows, and the efficient management of the library and its data; performance or supervision of library data operations as needed
Linux server administration
Coordination or performance of library equipment purchasing, setup, support, maintenance, and retirement
Management of shared email inboxes
Participation in office and project management
Documentation of policies and workflows
Provision of general support, troubleshooting, and ad-hoc training
Participation in professional activities and development
The Arthur W. Diamond Law Library offers its researchers one of the finest collections of legal materials in the country in both digital and print formats. In addition to a near comprehensive United States Law collection, there are strong collections in International, Foreign, and Comparative Law and a special section devoted to Japanese Law. The Law Library has significant collections from at least thirty different countries and a useful core of materials from many other jurisdictions. The library has a staff of 42 and offers an array of services to the students and faculty of Columbia Law School. As one of the world's leading research universities, Columbia University in the City of New York provides outstanding opportunities to work and grow in a dynamic, multicultural, intellectual community.
The Columbia University Libraries comprises a diverse and engaged staff committed to furthering the University's teaching and research mission through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and strongly encourages individuals of all backgrounds and cultures to consider this position. We offer a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience and excellent benefits
Minimum Degree Required:
Master’s Degree in Library Science or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum Qualifications:
3 years of academic law library experience
3 years of library technical services experience with increasing responsibilities
Working knowledge of integrated library systems and library standards such as MARC21 and MARCXML, and other common library tools
Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, XML, Boolean logic, and regular expressions
Familiarity with law resources and their management challenges
Familiarity with relevant classification schemes such as LC and Schiller
Demonstrable understanding of the operational needs and challenges of providing library services
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Ability to successfully support and communicate with persons at all levels of technical ability
Excellent organizational, analytic, and abstraction skills
Experience working with multiple integrated library systems and auxiliary applications
Experience with vendor communication and managing vendor relationships
Experience with project management
Experience working with continuing and electronic resources
Experience participating in library decision-making processes
Preferred Qualifications:
Working knowledge of shell scripting, SQL, PDO, JQuery, Bootstrap, Python, Pymarc, and Google Apps scripting
Familiarity with Linux operating systems and web server administration
Knowledge of Unicode and character encoding; knowledge of foreign languages and the challenges they represent in managing library metadata and materials
An understanding of the changing landscape of library metadata standards and formats, and linked data-related concepts and standards
Professional work experience in an academic library.
Experience working with TIND and CORAL
Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux
Experience using and troubleshooting library equipment such as book scanners and label printers
For immediate consideration, please apply online at:
http://apply.interfolio.com/94312
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and strongly encourages individuals of all backgrounds and cultures to consider this position.
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Job posted to this site on September 27th at 11:29pm
Assistant Library Director II at Newburgh Enlarged City School District/Newburgh Free Library
Full Time
CITY OF NEWBURGH-ENLARGED SCHOOL DISTRICT Date Amended: June 20, 2018 ASSISTANT LIBRARY DIRECTOR II
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Serves as Assistant Library Director in a library serving a population of 50,000 to 250,000; does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position involves responsibility under the general direction of the Library Director for assigned phases of library administration and services. Acts for the Library Director in his absence. Supervision may be exercised over the work and personnel of several library departments.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only) Plans and recommends new types of services; Recommends policy to the Library Director; Consults with department heads on administrative and technical library problems; When so assigned, makes decisions concerning the organization and allocation of work to department heads; Makes studies of operating procedures; May supervise selection of library materials; Assists in preparing preliminary budget estimates; Participates in staff selection and in the development of the personnel program; May review work performed by staff; May conduct staff meetings; May represent the library at community and group meetings; Keeps informed of professional developments; Attends professional meetings.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of library techniques; comprehensive knowledge of library administrative practices; ability to carry out library policies; ability to comprehend users' needs quickly and accurately; ability to train and supervise the library staff; ability to plan and coordinate the work of others; ability to exercise leadership and motivate others; ability to evaluate situations, meet people easily, and participate effectively in the cultural and intellectual activities of the community; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; initiative in making constructive suggestions for improvements in services and collections; tact; courtesy; good judgment; good physical condition.
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: A Master's Degree in Librarianship from a library school that is accredited by the American Library Association or recognized by the New York State Education Department as following acceptable education practices; and 4 years of satisfactory professional library experience, subsequent to obtaining an MLS Degree, one year of which must have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATIONS: Eligibility for a New York State public librarian's professional certificate at time of application for appointment; possession of certificate at time of appointment
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Job posted to this site on September 25th at 12:39am
Queens Memory Curator at Queens Public Library
Part Time
The Part-Time Queens Memory Curator is responsible for coordinating outreach to the public about the library’s digitized archival collections. An emphasis is placed on sound and video recordings via curated work products such as podcast episodes, exhibitions, public programs, social media feeds, and publications.
This position is responsible for leading the production of the Queens Memory podcast. Edits audio and video archival content for popular publication and research access. The Part-Time Queens Memory Curator is responsible for audio/visual editing, file migration, transcriptions, and metadata normalization activities. This position will contribute to cataloging activities including the creation of VRA Core and MARC records for archival materials (oral histories, photographs, maps, manuscripts, musical scores, etc.) and collection-level EAD records. Fulfills research requests for archival content needed for internal and external projects. Conducts quality control reviews on edited audio/visual content. Trains staff, volunteers, and interns as needed on creating digital archives projects using editorial techniques and software. Maintains up-to-date expertise in the rapidly changing digital archives and communications and outreach practices for cultural heritage collections, taking a lead on behalf of the library to bring new developments and standards into the library’s practices.
Schedule:
Varied schedule with a maximum of 20 hours per week. Salary listed in this posting is an estimate and will be adjusted based upon candidate qualifications.
This part-time position offers benefits.
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Library Science, Media Production, Communications, Journalism, Public History, Digital Humanities, or a related field with either an Archives certification or professional archival experience required. ALA accredited MLS/MLIS degree or master’s level degree in Media Production, Communications, Journalism, Public History, Digital Humanities, or a related field preferred. Experience with audio/visual editing, archival processing, digital asset management systems, and social media required. Excellent communication and writing skills required. Previous experience in editorial and curation roles and in cultural heritage settings, preferred. Able to perform independently, be self-motivated and juggle multiple tasks with a positive attitude. Attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work well as a team member. Willingness to adapt to new technologies and processes. Fluency in a second language spoken in Queens is preferred.
To Apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter to QueensMemory@queenslibrary.org and reference “Queens Memory Curator – PART-TIME” in the subject line. Resumes will only be accepted by email.
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Job posted to this site on September 25th at 12:38am
Learning Resource Center (LRC) Technician for Staten Island Campus Only at Saint Paul's School of Nursing
Part Time
Position Summary:
This position serves as a Learning Resource Center (LRC) Technician in a medium-sized
career college. The LRC Technician assists the LRC Manager in helping faculty, staff,
and students in the use of Learning Resource Center resources and equipment and
performs routine clerical duties related to the operation of the LRC. Frequently works
unsupervised and is expected to solve problems independently. This employee provides
information services and circulation services to students and faculty using print and
electronic sources.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Performs tasks assigned by the LRC Manager - including student portal and requests for the Student Technology Desk
• Abides by and enforce the policies and procedures of the LRC and the college
• Maintains good relations with the students and other staff, individually and in general
• Works as a team with the LRC Manager and work-study student workers
• Informs the LRC Manager of any ongoing events or issues that require attention
• Assists students and faculty in location of print and non-print resources
• Assists in maintaining student LRC check-in records to assess student usage of LRC
• Answers basic research questions
• Assists students and faculty with minor computer troubleshooting
• Performs circulation duties
• Logs in journals
• Handles routine problems under the guidance of supervisor
• Keeps supervisor informed of departmental needs and concerns
• Assists in identifying weaknesses in the print collection
• Conducts library orientations for new students and faculty (as needed)
• Attends pertinent meetings or training courses and undertake special training
activities as directed
• Monitors student use of the library
• Maintains supply of instructional handouts
• Shelves print and audiovisual materials
• Shelves read the print collection
• Assists LRC Manager in processing and maintaining library collections
• Assists in maintaining the appearance of the LRC
• Assists in training LRC work-study student assistants
• Maintains paper supply in LRC printers
• Assists in the cataloging of print materials
• Maintains active communications with the LRC Manager, including maintenance of
work documentation (may include work journal or wiki)
• Other duties as assigned
• Regular and reliable attendance
Skills/Competencies/Qualifications:
Required:
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Proven problem-solving ability
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Publisher, and Power
Point
• Ability to work independently, without direct supervision
• Proactive, willing to ask questions and accept constructive criticisms
• Ability to communicate clearly in both speaking and writing
• Ability to maintain professional attitude
• High school diploma plus BA and MLS
• Physical mobility to perform light lifting, bending, stooping, stretching, and sitting at
a desk.
• Keyboard skills
• Ability to read printed and on-screen information
• Ability to answer the telephone
Preferred:
• Successful experience working in library systems or a combination of other
educational programs and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills,
and abilities
• Current enrollment in, or recent completion of, an MLIS program
• Ability to use electronic databases
• Familiarity with online healthcare journal databases
Classification: Non-exempt
Work Hours: May vary daily, and evening and weekend hours may be required.
Please send a cover letter and resume to: JudyLee@edaff.com before October 29, 2021.
NO PHONE CALLS
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Job posted to this site on September 23rd at 9:39pm
Electronic Resources Librarian at Molloy College, James E Tobin Library
Full Time
Please apply through the Application URL, email applications will not be accepted.
Hours Monday - Friday: 10:00am to 6:00pm
GENERAL PURPOSE
The Electronic Resources Librarian is responsible for managing and troubleshooting the library's online and subscription resources. The ideal candidate will also have experience in electronic resources management, analytics, and administration. As a member of the library's full-time professional staff, reference, instruction and collection development/liaison duties are also an expectation of the job.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the full life cycle of electronic resources including trials, subscriptions, budgeting, activating/deactivating and troubleshooting.
Daily operation of electronic resources, including but not limited to subscription databases and collections, OpenURL management, and discovery systems.
Maintaining, troubleshooting and administering a variety of hosted environments or external websites and other digital systems and services through which patrons locate information, i.e. LibGuides.
Analyzing and interpreting electronic resource usage statistics, such as counter 5 reports, turnaways, as well as viewing historical trends and anticipating future trends.
Serving as the technical liaison between the library and numerous third party systems (i.e., database aggregators and other providers of electronic content) as well as the College's IT department.
Monitor and administer the library's internal ticket queue system for reporting web-based, digital, and electronic issues and troubleshooting.
Recommending, implementing, and supporting emerging technologies (i.e. apps, chat, etc.)
Maintaining and updating the proxy server, ensuring resources are both discoverable and readily available from both on and off campus.
Monitoring various listervs and other vendor communication channels that specifically report on electronic resources and other performance issues.
Perform reference shifts as scheduled.
Provide Information Literacy instruction (either classroom or one-on-one) as assigned.
Other library-related duties as assigned e.g., liaison duties and committee work.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master's Degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited school
A minimum of 3 years of experience within an academic library setting
Microsoft (Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
Databases that are Library related, Proxy Systems, Link Resolvers, Electronic Resources Management tools.
Web Development - CMS Maintenance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with electronic journals/serials management
Experience with Ex Libris Alma and Primo VE
Experience with Ezproxy, ILLiad, ARES, Springshare products (e.g., LibGuides) and Canvas
Familiarity with digital accessibility and WCAG standards
Familiarity with open access and open educational resources
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
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Job posted to this site on September 21st at 4:50pm
Director of Community Library Services at Queens Public Library
Full Time
Queens Public Library is a national and international leader in the delivery of public library service. Our mission is to transform lives by cultivating personal and intellectual growth and by building strong communities. Queens Public Library welcomes innovators and leaders to contribute to a long history and dynamic future of serving the most diverse county in the United States. Queens Public Library is a private, non-profit corporation with 1,700 employees serving 66 locations.
Reporting to the Chief Librarian and Senior Vice President, the Director of Community Library Services develops and implements organizational library service goals to deliver quality public library services.
Directly carries organizational program/service goals and initiatives for implementation to approximately 30 community libraries.
Directly carries individual community library needs to appropriate Queens Public Library service departments.
Leads the team in the successful implementation of the Library’s strategic plan.
Sets specific, measurable, achievable, results-oriented, and time bound service and program goals unique to each individual library assigned, within a framework of organizational goals and objectives.
Ensures community library managers meet agreed performance targets in all areas, including customer service quality, collection development, and overall operations.
Plans, organizes, directs, evaluates, and continuously improves the individual effectiveness of services and programs for each of approximately 30 community libraries.
Oversees the use and allocation of staff, budget, and other resources.
Ensures effective communication and collaboration between community library staff and all other library departments, as well as with customers and community agencies and groups.
Oversees the coordination of renovations, closings and emergency facilities’ needs.
Spends at least 50% of time in the field.
Interprets, communicates, and reinforces the vision of customer satisfaction and services for the public in alignment with the Library’s mission statement, values, and strategic directions.
Motivates, coaches, and mentors staff for successful delivery of high quality customer experience.
Leads, coaches, supervises, and manages the performance of the community library managers.
Collaborates with the Human Resources Department to identify and recruit new talent to the organization.
Encourages the continuous professional development of staff and conducts regularly scheduled performance management plans (PMP’s).
Performs other duties as required.
The schedule for this position will include evenings and Saturdays.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
An ALA accredited Master’s Degree and a New York State Public Librarian’s Certificate required.
A minimum of five years of library management experience required.
Must be a strategic and innovative thinker with good judgement and ability to problem solve.
Demonstrated experience in collection development.
Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
Must be a team player with a collaborative work approach and ability to build relationships both internally and externally required.
The ability to lead by example, inspire staff and promote enthusiastic teamwork.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
At least two years of experience with responsibility for multiple public libraries highly preferred.
Experience in a large library system, consortium or state library preferred.
To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to QLcareers@queenslibrary.org and reference “Director of Community Library Services - EXTERNAL” in the subject line. Resumes will only be accepted by email.
The Queens Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job posted to this site on September 21st at 4:22pm
Project Manager at LAC Group
Full Time
LAC Group is seeking a Project Manager for a multi-site records and information management project in New York City working on behalf of a federal government agency. The PM will supervise and coordinate all project activities at two primary locations in New York City and Edison, NJ. The PM will be required to make regular on-site visits to both locations. In collaboration with federal counterparts, the PM will plan, organize, direct, and monitor the work of records management, clerks, technicians, and other staff. Work encompasses a full records management lifecycle for physical and electronic records and will support the digitization as necessary of legacy materials in multiple physical formats including microfiche. The PM will work with leads at each location to coordinate and monitor work for quality assurance and customer satisfaction. This is a full time, benefited position.
Responsibilities:
Plan, direct, coordinate, and supervise all work for a multi-site, complex records management program for physical and electronic records
Provide quality assurance review for all work
Prepare written reports including statistical and narrative section detailing work accomplished
Maintain schedules for reference desks (virtual and physical)
Address staff performance issues
Routinely visit project locations in New York City and New Jersey
Qualifications:
Minimum of three years of experience managing a records management program with between 10 to 20 staff providing full lifecycle management of physical and electronic records
Masters Degree in Library Science, Masters in Business Administration or a related advanced degree field
Lack of a degree may be substituted by a minimum of 5 years of managing a records management program
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Job posted to this site on September 21st at 4:21pm
Patron Services Assistant at Manhattanville College - Purchase, NY
Full Time
The Library at Manhattanville College is seeking a Patron Services Assistant. The Assistant delivers and promotes in-person Library service to diverse Manhattanville students, faculty, and staff. Working primarily evening hours, this position staffs the Library Service Desk, plans and runs Library events, and both collects and reports data relating to Library operations. With the Head of Patron Services, s/he oversees approximately 20 part-time student workers.
The Patron Services Assistant works collaboratively with Library and College staff to advance strategic goals of the Library and the College.
Responsibilities
Open or close the Library, as scheduled; deliver Circulation and basic Reference service to members of the Manhattanville community; collect, compile, and report statistics, including attendance, occupancy, and user satisfaction; plan and run events featuring Library services, collections, and staff; manage room scheduling requests; train and oversee student workers.
Required qualifications: Associates degree or equivalent; one year of successful experience in an academic library; front-line customer service experience; excellent oral and written communication skills; facility with office automation technologies; orientation to detail; excellent analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Mostly evening schedule required.
Desired qualifications: Experience with Circulation and Reserves functions; successful supervisory experience; experience using the OCLC WMS Library Services platform and Springshare CMS product suite.
For consideration, send cover letter and resume to humanresources@mville.edu.
Promoting the health and safety of all of Manhattanville’s students, faculty and staff is of the utmost importance. To that end, the College will be requiring that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19. Applications may be made for accommodations based on medical disability or sincerely held religious beliefs.
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Job posted to this site on September 21st at 3:20pm
Supervisor, Document Delivery Services, Memorial Sloan Kettering Library at Memorial Sloan Kettering
Full Time
We Are:
Seeking a Supervisor, Document Delivery Services to join our team. The MSK Library's Document Delivery Service (DDS) works to supplement our collection for content that we don’t have available in-house, working quickly to meet the ever-expanding needs of the MSK research community. Our DDS team acts as information detectives, quickly locating hard-to-find articles, dissertations, and more from anywhere in the world.
You Will:
Maintain schedule for Departmental staff including DDS staff shifts as well as temps, students and volunteers.
Review, monitor and forecast workflow and makes procedural recommendations to improve efficiency, responds to issues to best meet workload for staff and Library users.
Work with Library Programmer and IS staff to ensure that DDS technology needs are being met and to prevent interruption of service to users.
Maintain monthly budget reports and ensures appropriate billing for external document delivery customers (other libraries), including EFTS, IFM and manual bills. Forecasts expenses for our internal services as well as reviewing and determining charges each year.
Work with the Associate Librarians (User Services/Content Management) to determine journal titles that should be part of the MSKCC Library Collection.
Contribute and support special projects (Library Progress Report, Writing for our Blog, Usability/Usage studies).
Oversee the Library’s compliance with copyright and licensing restrictions as related to Document Delivery Services.
You Have:
Experience coordinating and managing interlibrary loan and document delivery services.
Knowledge and expertise using health sciences databases, ILLIAD, DOCLINE, OCLC, and basic educational media equipment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a strong customer services orientation.
Demonstrated knowledge of computer services including online searching, social media, reference resources and databases.
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages | Sick Time |Generous Vacation+ 12 holidays to recharge & refuel| Internal Career Mobility & Performance Consulting | Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA & Dependent Care|403b Retirement Savings Plan Match|Tuition Reimbursement |Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance |Commuter Spending Account |Fitness Discounts &Wellness Program | Resource Networks| Life Insurance & Disability | Remote Flexibility
Salary starts at 62,000/year.
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Job posted to this site on September 21st at 12:37pm
Reference Librarian at Bayonne Public Library
Full Time
Reference Librarian
Please follow instructions closely before applying.
Qualifications:
An NJ Professional Certificate or ALA-accredited Masters in Library Science.
Current residency in the State of New Jersey. Bayonne residency given priority.
Description:
A large focus of this job is working closely with patrons to conduct research requests, assist with basic technology needs, and actively participate in the building of a stronger library culture in Bayonne.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities will include staffing desks in the Reference and Art & Music areas, assisting fellow librarians with programming & outreach, and collaborating on the creation & maintenance of a large body of archival materials. Fluency in Arabic or Spanish would be a helpful skill.
Full-time 35 hours per week, at least one 1-9pm work day per week, and some Saturdays per month.
Compensation:
Participation in the NJ Public Retirement System; medical insurance; generous sick, vacation, personal, and holiday time; a salary that meets the NJLA minimum.
Location:
Bayonne Public Library (NJ)
To Apply:
Submit three PDF files: cover letter, resume, and list of three references.
All three files must be attached to a single email sent to jp @ bayonnelibrary.org with the email subject “Reference Librarian”
*Only applicants who follow this format will be considered. *
Search begins immediately and will continue until filled.
All Bayonne City Government COVID Protocols are followed.
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Job posted to this site on September 21st at 12:37pm
Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services/Senior Assistant Librarian at Stony Brook University
Full Time
Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services/Senior Assistant Librarian
Location: Stony Brook University
Open Date:
Aug 10, 2021
Deadline:
Oct 13, 2021 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Description
Under the direction of the Director of Collection and Resource Management, the Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services is a full-time, tenure-track position providing leadership, guidance, and expertise to the department, including supervision of faculty librarians and professional staff. The Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services will be expected to conduct research and scholarship, and participate in faculty governance, committee work, and continuing professional development consistent with University standards for promotion and tenure. As a faculty librarian, the successful incumbent will take an active role in liaison, reference and instruction duties. The selected candidate will be responsible for the following:
• Provide leadership, guidance, and expertise to CMS, including regular review of cataloging and metadata faculty librarians and professional staff.
• Advise Director of Collection and Resource Management in the articulation of a user-centered, holistic cataloging and metadata vision to meet current and emerging information needs and new models of collection/content building and delivery.
• Review and evaluate workflows and work assignments, with an eye toward increasing efficiencies, bringing more high-quality content to users more quickly, and building sustainable workflows to handle increasingly heterogeneous digital assets.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate operations, establish policies and procedures, and set priorities in cataloging and metadata services.
• Train cataloging librarians and staff in cataloging /metadata standards, new technology applications, systems, and tools to ensure compliance with national, SUNY, and local cataloging/metadata standards and practices (MARC, RDA, AACR2r, LCSH, LCCS, OCLC, LC, etc), and to continuously improve cataloging efficiency and quality.
• Work with the Director of Collection and Resource Management, Digital Projects Librarian, and Director of Special Collections to assess, implement, and manage vendor arrangements for the outsourcing of cataloging and metadata projects.
• Work with SBU Library senior leadership, consortia partners, and library/higher education organizations to identify opportunities for improvement in Libraries' discovery and delivery operations and services.
• Work with Director of Collection and Resource Management and Libraries leadership to develop and implement University Libraries strategic priorities and provide the infrastructure needed to achieve those priorities.
• Work with Director of Collection and Resource Management and Associate Dean for Collection Strategy and Management to develop, coordinate, and implement bibliographic control policy and practices across the ILS, Discovery, and digital repository systems
• Participate in liaison, reference and instruction duties.
• Participate in research, publication, teaching and service in consonance with University standards for promotion and tenure.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
• Master's in library science from an ALA accredited institution or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least two years of significant experience in cataloging, and metadata services.
• Strong working knowledge of RDA and MARC cataloging rules and conventions and non-MARC metadata schemas, formats, standards, and protocols
• Evidence of successful and creative management of staff and operations, including demonstrated potential for leading transformational change.
• Evidence of leadership in the fields of knowledge access and resource management, including demonstrated effective management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead in an atmosphere of continuous change, to work within a collaborative environment with diverse groups and to inspire and motivate.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of emerging areas of librarianship, including the capabilities and future trends of library technology and systems to optimize discovery and access to scholarly resources.
• Supervisory and training experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Additional advanced degree.
• Working knowledge of one or more non-English languages.
• Knowledge of cataloging and metadata as applied to music and map collections.
• Experience in cataloging special collections, archival materials, and digital collections.
• Solid understanding of the research university environment and scholarly communication issues.
• Experience in coordination or management of integrated library system functions, including experience with Ex Libris’ Alma and Primo.
• Experience in batch cataloging, metadata normalization, and metadata manipulation tools or programming languages.
• Demonstrated ability to work with library and university constituencies, including library and academic faculty.
• Record of professional activities, including research and engagement in professional organizations.
• Strong service orientation.
Application Instructions
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/2502087.
All application materials must be submitted online. Please use the Apply Now button to begin your application. For technical support, please visit Interfolio's Support Site (https://support.interfolio.com/) or reach out to their Scholar Service Team at help@interfollio.com or (877) 997-8807.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Pamela Di Pasquale at pamela.dipasquale@stonybrook.edu.
Special Notes: This is a tenure track position. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously. Anticipated start date: as soon as possible. Application Procedure: Those interested in this position should submit a State Employment Application, cover letter, resume/CV and names and contact information for three references. Priority will be given to applications submitted prior to 09/08/2021, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.
In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request . It can also be viewed online at the University Police website at http://www.stonybrook.edu/police.
Stony Brook University Libraries is the largest academic research library on Long Island serving the University population and the State University of New York system. The Library is also a resource for the local community, state-wide, and nationally and internationally. Known for a wide-range of print and digital resources and world-renowned special collections, the University Libraries belong to the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), with a Health Sciences Center Library that is a member of the Association of Academic Health Sciences Libraries. The collection exceeds 2 million volumes, including e-books, print, streaming media, electronic holdings of scholarly journal subscriptions, microforms, music recordings, and a sizable map collection. The SBU Libraries include eight distinct facilities, including the recently renovated and flagship Melville Library, Chemistry, Health Sciences, Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, Math/Physics, Music, Southampton, and SUNY Korea-SBU campus. Currently at the start of a renewed strategic plan, the faculty and staff are a talented and diverse group sharing in the mission and vision of the Libraries. Librarians hold full faculty status and rank, and participate at all levels of the University. The Libraries is currently migrating to the new Library Services Platform, Alma with Primo VE as its discovery solution. Assets of its actively growing institutional repository and digital collections are managed by Omeka, Bepress Digital Commons, DSpace, and CONTENTdm. The Libraries maintain memberships and affiliations in arXiv, Association of Research Libraries, Center for Research Libraries, SUNY Connect, DuraSpace (as a SUNY member), the Council on Library and Information Resources, Digital Library Federation, Coalition of Networked Information, EDUCAUSE, Inter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research, Roper Center, OCLC Research Library Partnership, ORCID through the National Network of the National Libraries of Medicine, and locally with the Long Island Library Resources Council.
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Job posted to this site on September 21st at 12:36pm
Head of Reference at New York University, Division of Libraries
Full Time
The Head of Reference will reside in New York University’s Division of Libraries’ Teaching, Learning, & Engagement (TLE) subdivision and will provide leadership, management, training, and support to the Reference Services Department. This new position will use a critical reference lens to continually build and improve reference services within the NYU Libraries’ values and missions of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Belonging, and Accessibility (IDBEA), and blend these values with critical race theory, feminist reference practice, user-centered service, and other models that incorporate concepts of criticality into reference services. This position will report directly to the Associate Dean for Teaching, Learning, and Engagement.
This continuing contract (non-tenure track) position will work side-by-side with reference staff (e.g., adjuncts, administrators, student workers, and subject liaison librarians) supplying reference desk scheduling, service management, participation in the creation of information literacy resources for higher learning (such as LibGuides), management of the Ask a Librarian (AAL) chat service (on the LibraryH3lp platform), and general development and coordination of internal and external content for communications on teaching and learning. The incumbent will lead supervision, hiring, and training of (3+) full-time administrative staff, 15+ adjunct librarians, and coordinate with library subject liaisons in the Research and Research Services Department as well as the Undergraduate & Instruction Services Department to offer cohesive and uniform reference services. The Head of Reference will be required to provide some bibliographic instruction and participate in Division-wide committees as needed.
A list of principal duties is below:
Lead a team of librarians and library staff that provide in-person and virtual reference services of Bobst Library, adding to a user-centered service model that aims to incorporate critical librarianship.
Provide and coordinate reference services and student engagement activities, such as library tours, Welcome activities, and workshops.
Establish reference goals, objectives, and performance targets aligned with the institutional strategic plan and priorities. Support the development of budgetary projections to meet goals.
Supervise professional staff and student workers. Establish performance standards and goals. Perform ongoing feedback to ensure that staff succeeds in their roles.
Provide library instruction where appropriate.
Ensure that public services procedures are updated and improved for future efficiency, including revising any manuals, workflows, or communications.
Maintain and report statistics/metrics associated with areas of oversight.
Collaborate with reference services across multiple NYU library campuses including but not limited to Dibner Library in Brooklyn, NYU Abu Dhabi Library, and NYU Shanghai Library.
Collaborate on division-wide initiatives and committee work, as assigned.
About New York University 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 we are committed o building and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and accessible organization that supports a sense of belonging for the staff and communities we serve. For more information regarding the Libraries’ dedication to IDBEA, see the Libraries’ Mission & Values Statement at http://library.nyu.edu/about/general/values, our Diversity and Inclusion Values Statement, at https://library.nyu.edu/about/general/values/diversity-inclusion, and our Commitment to Anti-Racism at https://library.nyu.edu/about/general/values/anti-racism
Salary/Benefits: Faculty status, attractive benefits package including five weeks annual vacation. Salary commensurate with experience and background.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Library or Information Science
Knowledge of trends and issues in library reference, information literacy, and outreach services
Ability to work collaboratively and contribute optimally as a member of a team
Proven dedication to values of inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity, and accessibility.
Interest in concepts of criticalities in libraries, and specifically in reference
Preferred:
Working experience with Springshare, Libraryh3lp, or other chat and/or scheduling software
Active participation in professional communities of practice
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. 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 Submit materials here https://apply.interfolio.com/95035 Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications received by October 14th.
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Job posted to this site on September 20th at 2:42pm
Senior Metadata Specialist at New York Public Library
Full Time
Overview
Located within the New York Public Library’s Digital Research Division, the Metadata Services Unit (MSU) improves access and discovery of library resources and strengthens data interoperability across the library through metadata production services, software development support, and metadata strategy. Our team supports and engages staff in efficient metadata creation for digitization, offering staff training, development and documentation of local standards and practices, project consultation, quality control, and works to raise awareness and connect stakeholders across NYPL concerning metadata. The MSU also supports the improvement and maintenance of our Metadata Management System (MMS) and online Digital Collections through data modeling, data mapping and enrichment, record assessment and cleanup, and staff user services.
The MSU seeks candidates enthusiastic about metadata and the future of libraries for the role of Metadata Specialist III. Reporting to the Manager, Metadata Services, the Metadata Specialist III balances high productivity and high quality output to help oversee and streamline workflows, organize metadata across multiple descriptive systems and Library divisions, and improve discovery and access to NYPL’s digital content through the conceptualization and rollout of remediation and enrichment projects. Exceptional interpersonal and written skills are key to supporting projects and strategy across NYPL research library divisions and within a cooperative team environment.
This position will play a key role in the development of the next stage of the Library’s Metadata Services offerings and will assist with setting standards and data modeling for the future of Digital Collections at NYPL. The candidate will apply problem solving skills at the highest level to optimize workflows and projects and to support strategic initiatives.
This role is a perfect opportunity for a proactive, reliably thoughtful individual invested in team cohesion and metadata futures.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager, Metadata Services, the Metadata Specialist III will:
Create, update, and enhance metadata for the Library’s digital collections
Liaise with metadata creators across NYPL divisions to support metadata project planning, training, guidance on standards, and the efficient creation/maintenance of high-quality metadata
Contribute to local metadata policies, procedures, and standards as well as technical requirements for NYPL’s Metadata Management System, digital repository, and other tools
Design and apply processes for monitoring, evaluating, and improving metadata quality including batch processing, internal and cross-departmental reporting, and data visualization
Help oversee and refine departmental workflows
Assist in prioritizing, organizing, and implementing metadata remediation and enhancement projects.
Work on special projects including planning, coordination, and implementation as determined by the Manager, Metadata Services
Assist Manager, Metadata Services with providing day-to-day support for MSU staff for metadata best practices and project implementation.
Keep up with current standards, trends, and technologies in the field
Additional responsibilities and duties as assigned
Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Experience
ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library/Information Science or equivalent
3+ years relevant professional experience
Required Skills
Experience working with a variety of metadata schemas and standards (MODS, RDA, MARC, EAD, DACS, etc.), controlled vocabularies (LC, Getty, etc.), and data formats (XML, JSON, etc.)
Proficiency with scripting and querying languages (Python, SQL, R, etc.) to extract, analyze, or manipulate data with strong interest in strengthening skills through professional development
Experience with metadata remediation and enhancement projects and relevant tools (OpenRefine, etc.)
Experience with distributed version control (Git/GitHub)
Experience coordinating projects and training staff
Experience working in research libraries, museums, archives, or other collecting institutions
Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including the ability to offer guidance and constructive feedback for individual and team growth
Ability to work well both collaboratively and independently on complex projects involving diverse stakeholders and competing deadlines, using informed judgment and clear communication strategies to successfully complete tasks
Proven organizational, analytical, and independent problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage a large volume of work while maintaining a consistently high degree of accuracy
Aptitude for being organized, productive, and effective while involved with a variety of simultaneous projects
Comfort with rapidly synthesizing new information and workflows
Understanding of evolving technology landscape and willingness to experiment and find ways to incorporate new technologies to enhance services and complete tasks more efficiently
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Experience or knowledge of project management strategies and tools
Familiarity with Linked Data concepts and technologies
Familiarity with interoperable digital asset frameworks (IIIF)
Familiarity with data access via APIs
Experience with data visualization, reporting, and analysis
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Please Note: Effective August 2, 2021, absent a qualifying exception for medical or religious reasons, newly hired employees of the New York Public Library must present proof of receipt of a COVID-19 vaccination and may not begin employment at the Library until 14 days after their receipt of their second dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines or 14 days after their first dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Newly hired employees who need additional time to receive their vaccination prior to their start date may request an adjournment of their start date with their hiring manager. The Library will consider such requests on a case by case basis, depending upon the Library’s operational needs, among other factors. The Library will further consider exemptions for prospective employees who cannot become vaccinated due to a qualifying medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief or practice. Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment and who seek a medical or religious exemption to the Library’s vaccination policy should contact hrservicecenter@nypl.org for instructions on how to submit the required information for the evaluation of their exemption request.
Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
Be Resourceful in solving problems
Be Curious in all aspects of your work
Physical Duties
Limited physical effort is required
May require travel within NYC
Physical Required?
No
Union/Non Union
Local 1930
Schedule
35 hours a week; 9am-5pm Monday-Friday
About The New York Public Library
The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations—including research and branch libraries—throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.
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Job posted to this site on September 20th at 2:40pm
Temporary F/T ILL assistant position at Montclair State University at Montclair State University
Full Time
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Retrieve physical materials from the library collection
Scan physical materials for lending and document delivery requests using accepted standards
Unpack and sort incoming materials according to their status
Process incoming materials, adhering to any special handling instructions
Sort, process, and pack materials for outgoing lending and returned requests
Work with student assistants
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent
Detail-oriented
Must be able to lift and carry boxes and shipping materials
Ability to interpret book and journal article citations
Should be comfortable using current technology, including searching library catalog and databases (e.g. Google Scholar)
Some college (preferred)
Public or academic library experience (preferred)
Experience with microfilm and/or microfiche readers (preferred)
Scheduled Weekly Hours
35 hours for the Fall semester
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
Montclair State University is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse campus community that is representative of the State of New Jersey through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. Montclair State University's commitment to access and equity is designed to prepare each graduate to thrive as a global citizen. As an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution we are working to support a campus-wide agenda to foster a community that both values and promotes the varied voices of our students, faculty, and staff. The University encourages candidates to apply who will contribute to the cultural tapestry of MSU and who value teaching a diverse student population, many of whom are first-generation students.
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Job posted to this site on September 20th at 2:39pm
FT Circulation Assistant at Valley Cottage Library
Full Time
FULL-TIME CIRCULATION ASSISTANT
Come join the friendliest library in Rockland County!
The Valley Cottage Library seeks an enthusiastic and dependable person for a full-time position with the Circulation Staff. As the first face our patrons encounter in person or by phone, our successful candidate must be friendly, approachable and able to greet and guide our patrons as they enter our award-winning facility.
RESPONSIBLITIES:
The position will require you to spend your days surrounded by books while handling the check-in and out of library materials, assisting with library records, collecting fines, and answering the telephone. Circulation staff members must have strong customer service skills and be able to perform physical work for the duration of their shift, balance competing priorities, work well with a diverse clientele and problem-solve.
REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate will possess strong computer skills including comfort in the MS Office environment as well as the ability to handle web-based interfaces. This position requires the ability to do physical work such as standing, bending and lifting (up to 30 pounds). The FT Circulation Clerk works closely with the Head of Circulation to assist with the day-to-day operations of the department.
The Valley Cottage Library hires individuals who can share their love of books, service, and community.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor’s degree or three years of office or library experience is required. Familiarity with Symphony library software is a plus.
Spanish-fluent applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
HOURS & BENEFITS:
This position requires a 35-hour work week and will include evening and Saturday assignments. The 7-hour work day includes a paid 30-minute lunch period. The library offers a generous vacation/sick plan, a matching 403B plan and health insurance benefits. Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS:
Applicants must be able to follow all of the Library’s COVID-19 health protocols including being able to tolerate a proper face covering for the duration of the work shift.
Valley Cottage Library is an equal opportunity employer.
A completed employment application is required and can be obtained at www.valleycottagelibrary.org under ‘Library Services->Jobs at VCL’. Please email the completed application, a cover letter and resume using the subject “Circulation Assistant position’ to: Mia Clowes, Head of Circulation; vclsearchcommittee@rcls.org
Deadline for submission is 10/13/2021. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.
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Job posted to this site on September 20th at 2:33pm
Part-Time Per Diem Virtual Instructional Librarian at James E. Tobin Library at Molloy College
Freelance
Part-Time Per Diem Virtual Instructional Librarian
The James E. Tobin Library at Molloy College is seeking experienced librarians for virtual instructional services. This virtual position is for part-time class overflow. Classes are primarily weekday evenings from 5:00-10:00pm (EST). This position will start immediately.
Reporting to the Associate Librarian for Instructional Services, the Virtual Instructional Librarian provides tailored information instruction to students.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide virtual instruction services to students of the James E. Tobin Library.
Develop customized virtual instruction sessions upon request.
Teach research strategies to students in small and large groups, with emphasis on critical thinking and plagiarism avoidance as well as searching techniques.
Remain current in navigating academic resources held by the James E. Tobin Library.
Other library related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
At least two years of experience in an academic library, including prior experience teaching information instruction classes in a virtual environment, is required.
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Library/Information Science from an American Library Association accredited school.
Strong knowledge of academic databases.
Ability to assist students from freshman year through doctoral programs.
Excellent organizational skills and strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
High comfort level with teaching virtually and good classroom management skills.
Experience using Zoom.
Desired Qualifications:
Prior experience with medical databases such Mark Allen Group, Sage Journal collections, and Ovid is highly desirable.
Prior experience with citation managers, especially Academic Writer or Zotero is highly desirable.
Degree in the medical field is highly desirable.
Second master’s degree a plus.
Instructional design experience a plus.
Please send resume and hours of availability to Susan Bloom, Associate Librarian Instructional Services at library@molloy.edu or mail to:
Molloy College Library
Attn: Susan Bloom
1000 Hempstead Avenue
Rockville Centre, New York 11571
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.