P/T - Librarian, North Castle Lib (NY)

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Hourly / Substitute Librarian 

The North Castle Public Library has Hourly Librarian positions open. Weekday, Saturday, and evening availability is a requirement for this position. This position will be scheduled for a maximum of seventeen (17) hours per week.

Duties include:

• Providing reference and readers’ advisory services to library users;

• Instructing public on the effective use of library resources, including online resources;

• Assisting in collection development, including selection and weeding of library materials;

• Performing on-line searches of computer databases;

• Assisting with or leading library programs, including book groups, story times and other public programs as needed;

• Other duties as assigned.

Position requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science (will accept resumes with expected graduation date May 2025);

• Possession of a current New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate (must obtain New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate within 60 days of hire date if expected graduation date is May 2025);

• Working knowledge of modern principles and practices of library science;

• Working knowledge of on-line database systems and bibliographical tools;

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions;

• Ability to work as part of a team;

• Courtesy and professionalism while interacting with staff and public.

Rate of pay: $25-30 per hour.  

Deadline: Preference will be given to applicants who respond by April 21, 2025; no phone calls will be accepted. Please email resume and cover letter to Kathryn Feeley, Director, kfeeley@northcastlelibrary.org

The North Castle Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

19 Whippoorwill Road East 10 Clove Road                                     Armonk, NY 10504 North White Plains, NY 10603

                northcastlelibrary.org

 

P/T - Librarian, Wyandanch Lib (NY)

Job Opening: Part- Time Librarian
 

Overview
The Wyandanch Public Library seeking an enthusiastic, Creative, Friendly and flexible librarian to join
our Team. The schedule for this position will be up to 20 hours per week. Under the supervision of the
Librarian III, the Librarian works as part of the WPL team and performs basic library work with a strong
concentration in Adult, Young Adult and Children’s Services. (Ages birth - 12 ). This position requires
professional knowledge of multiple areas of adult, young adult and children's services, high self
motivation, strong interpersonal skills, the ability to provide outstanding customer service for patrons
in-person and over the phone, ability to work collaboratively, and the passion for working in diverse
communities.

Responsibilities.
● Plans, conducts, schedules, and evaluates age-appropriate programs
● Maintains the attractive appearance of adult, young adult and children's departments
● Periodically provides reference services to all age groups
● Collection development; reference and reader’s advisory and Other duties as
assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
● General experience working with the public in diverse communities
● Knowledge of literature and programming
● Bilingual skills highly desirable
● ALA accredited MLS and possession of a valid New York State Public Librarian Certificate.

Salary
● Range $24-27 depending on experience

Job Type: Part Time Librarian
 

To Apply:
Interested candidates should email a cover letter along with their resume and three current references to:
 

Dr. Shell, Lambert, (Library Director) 

Wyandanch Public Library, 14 South 20th Street Wyandanch, NY 11798 or

Email: lambert.shell@wyandanchlibrary.org

Please use “Part Time Librarian Position” in the subject line.

Application deadline: On Going 4.30.2025

F/T - Librarian, College of Westchester (NY)

The College of Westchester, located in White Plains, NY, is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Librarian. The successful candidate will oversee all functions of the library, including circulation desk operations, assisting users with coursework research on the internet and e-databases, providing bibliographic instruction to students, and responding to questions related to relevant resources for college-level research. Additionally, the Librarian will be an integral part of the testing center, supporting its operations and assisting students as needed.

Responsibilities:
Oversee the library’s circulation desk operations and manage the library’s collection, including books, academic periodicals, trade magazines, newspapers, and DVDs.

• Assist users with coursework research on the internet and e-databases and provide bibliographic instruction to students.
• Respond to questions related to relevant resources for college-level research.
• Ensure students have the resources they need to enhance and support their coursework and research.
• Provide instruction (online and on-ground) and measure students for Information Literacy competence.
• Supervise and direct student workers and provide support to The Learning Center and Testing Services.
• Visit Transformative Learning to educate all new students on the functions of the library and show them how to navigate the different databases, citation methods, and other library resources.

Requirements:

• MLS, MSLS, MSLIS, or MSIS degree accredited by the American Library Association.
• Customer service experience in an academic department, college or public library, or information center.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proven record of reliability and punctuality.
• Strong database and internet skills.
• Availability for some evening and Saturday hours.

Annual Salary Range: $55,000 – $58,500

Benefits Offered for Full-time employees include: 401(k) retirement plan, 401(k) matching, Medical, Dental & Vision insurance, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Employee assistance program, Employee Tuition Waiver, Paid time off (Holiday/Vacation/Sick), and Referral Program.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to mgangi@cw.edu. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

 

Source: https://www.cw.edu/career-opportunities/

 

 

 

F/T - Asst Project Coordinator, MTA (NY)

 

Assistant Project Coordinator Special Archive

Job ID: 10717

Business Unit: Bridges and Tunnels

Location: New York, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Office of the President

Date Posted: Feb 26, 2025

Description

 

JOB INFORMATION

Resume Due Date:        March 12, 2025

Functional Job Title:     Assistant Project Coordinator- Special Archive

Department/Division:    Office of the President

Work Location:              2 Broadway

This position is eligible for telework which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

 

COMPENSATION

Earnings Potential:       $65,181- $84,813

Hay Points:             323

Overtime Eligibility:     Not eligible for paid overtime in accordance with FLSA

RESPONSIBILITIES

MTA Bridges and Tunnels, aka, Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority or “TBTA,” seeks a Special Archive & Library Specialist to assist in the preservation, organization, and accessibility of its historical collections. These collections include long-time Chairman Robert Moses' TBTA papers, engineering drawings, corporate records, artifacts, film footage, architectural models, and print and digital photographs. This role provides critical research support to internal departments such as the Internal Security Department (ISD), Maintenance, Office of the President, and Construction & Development Engineering teams by maintaining and retrieving historical records related to the planning and construction of the Authority's seven bridges and two tunnels.

The specialist will also catalog new acquisitions, apply basic preservation techniques, and ensure the archive continues to document the agency's evolving history. In addition, the role will be involved in programming, exhibit design, reference, and the provision of documentation to internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and retrieve historical records for internal departments.
• Maintain and organize archives dating from 1933 to the present.

• Catalog new acquisitions, documents, artifacts, and photographs.

• Apply basic preservation methods to protect historical materials.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive digitization program aligned with industry standards.
• Educate engineers, architects, and consultants on standards and practices for documentation.
• Assist in historical exhibits, respond to reference requests, contribute to employee newsletters, and provide educational tours for students and staff.

This role plays a vital part in ensuring the preservation and accessibility of TBTA's historical legacy while supporting critical operational and engineering decisions.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in History (or related fields) and three (3) years professional experience as an archivist, with knowledge of archival and/or library best practices

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Minimum of 2 years working with born-digital photographs, and hands-on experience using metadata schemas and application of Dublin Core standards

Knowledge of the life cycle of records.

Familiarity with professional concepts such as provenance, and the organization of institutional records

Knowledge of the preservation requirements for different records' formats, both physical and digital

Knowledge of best practices in cataloging and organizing data

Knowledge of best methods to acquire digital photographs-understanding of different methods of backing up digital files

Understanding of the life cycle of digital photographs

Knowledge of software and hardware platforms to manage digital photos

Ability to juggle multiple simultaneous requests in a timely manner

Ability to conduct meticulous, detail-oriented historical research

Ability to maintain proper paperwork documenting compliance with internal policies

Ability to communicate technology language and concepts to a non-technological audience

Excellent research skills, outstanding written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to manage time, competing deadlines, carry out long-term projects, and ability to work independently.

Ability to communicate in written and spoken English

Ability to organize and prioritize archival material

PREFERRED

Master’s degree in History or Library Science with a concentration/certification--i.e., formal training, in managing archival records

Facility with social media platforms and usage.

Knowledge of New York City history a plus.

 

OTHER INFORMATION

MTA Bridges and Tunnels is governed by the Civil Service Rules and Regulations administered by the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS).

Also, pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”). 

 

HOW TO APPLY

MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the “Careers” link.

Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

 

 

To Read Full Job Announcement & Apply:

https://careers.mta.org/jobs/15708229-assistant-project-coordinator-special-archive

 

F/T - Rights & Reproductions Coordinator, NY Transit Mus (NY)

JOB TITLE: Rights and Reproductions Coordinator
LOCATION: 130 Livingston St, Brooklyn, NY
SALARY: $63,000 - $70,000 per year
HOURS OF WORK: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday (37.5 hours/week)

SUMMARY:

The New York Transit Museum is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Rights and Reproductions
Coordinator to join the Museum’s Collections Department. The Coordinator will oversee the
Department’s reproduction request process by fulfilling requests and managing licensing contracts of
archival reproductions. This position also plays a critical role in promoting and providing access to the
Museum's extensive collection related to New York's public transit history.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Rights-related reference services: Answer inquiries from internal and external userbase on all
parts of the permissions and reproductions process; Provide proper image caption/credit lines
for all shared images.
• Determine rights statuses: Conduct research to determine intellectual property rights status,
including copyright and third-party rights for works in the collection; Secure image rights for use
in publications, exhibitions, and website, as well as for public relations, marketing, and
commercial use.
• Digitization: Digitize selected archival and artifactual objects, with special attention to requests
made by Curatorial for publication, exhibitions, and related initiatives.
• Cataloging: Item-level cataloging of (largely) visual materials that have been recently digitized.
• Manage licensing contracts: Manage and update licensing agreements for items currently in the
Museum’s collection, including terms of use, credit lines, fees, and restrictions; Assist Registrar
with licensing agreements for new acquisitions.
• Manage payments: Collect and process payment for fee-based requests using Altru payment
management system.
• Record keeping: Manage/update collections database records of copyright information in
PastPerfect.
• Policy development: Develop and update intellectual property best practices for a museum
environment; Maintain Rights and Reproductions Fee Schedule; Guide Museum staff on
copyright basics.
• Intra-departmental collaboration: Liaise with other Museum departments as needed for
clearing image use permissions.
• Outreach: Lead outreach strategy development to promote awareness and accessibility of the
Museum’s digital collections.
• Data management and digital preservation: Assist with ongoing initiatives to organize born-
digital records and enhance metadata and associated descriptions.
• Other duties as assigned: Participate in collections processing, exhibition development, social
media content creation, public programs, and special events as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Library & Information Science preferred; or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant
area of study with substantial experience in rights management, digital project management, or
contracts negotiation, preferably in a museum, archive, or library setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, Adobe Photoshop, and experience with
scanning equipment and digital capture software.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to respect and exemplify the mission, vision, and values of the New York Transit Museum
in all interactions with colleagues, staff, volunteers, and the public; Ability to represent the
Museum in a professional manner at all times.
• Adherence to all prescribed organizational and Departmental policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and adapt to change.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Highly accurate, detail-oriented, and organized; demonstrated focus on follow-up.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with strong collaboration skills.
• Capable of working with minimum supervision.
• Ability to shift priorities as Departmental requirements arise; infrequent schedule modifications
for special events may be required.

PREFERRED SKILLS:
• Experience with licensing and copyright.
• Experience using Altru, PastPerfect, and Zendesk.
• Appreciation, knowledge, and enthusiasm for the history of New York and mass transportation
systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment 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 regularly required to remain in a stationary
position, operate/use equipment, communicate, detect/distinguish, and reach. The employee is
frequently required to move about, ascend/descend, and position oneself. Specific vision abilities
required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability
to distinguish color and adjust focus.

Qualified individuals interested in this position must apply via e-mail, with the subject: “Rights and
Reproductions Coordinator”

Please send resume and a cover letter (as a PDF or .doc) to: lisahr@nytransitmuseum.org
Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

ABOUT THE NEW YORK TRANSIT MUSEUM:
Founded in 1976, the New York Transit Museum is dedicated to telling and preserving the stories of mass transportation—from the people who developed, operate, and ride it, to the city and region it has helped shape. The mission of the New York Transit Museum is to collect, exhibit, interpret and preserve
the structural, sociological, and technological history of land-based public transportation systems in the
New York metropolitan region, past and present, and to conduct research and educational programs that
make its extensive collection accessible and meaningful to the broadest possible audience.
 

The Rights and Reproductions Coordinator position is employed by the Museum’s nonprofit affiliate,
Friends of the New York Transit Museum. Friends of the New York Transit Museum is fully committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristic, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital/familial/partnership/caregiver status, status as a victim of domestic violence or stalking and/or sex offenses, or any legally protected basis. Friends of the New York Transit Museum welcomes and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply

F/T - Library Director, Eastern Int'l College (NJ)

Eastern International College in Jersey City, NJ, is seeking a Library Director. 

Title: Library Director 

Classification: Management 

Area And Function: Under the supervision of the Dean of Academic Affairs or designee, the Library Director is responsible for assisting in the day to day operations of the library and its various functions. The Library Director, through embedded programming and daily support, educates students regarding information literacy. The duties and responsibilities of the position are outlined below:

• Manage the college’s Library collections and assist with developing materials, programming, and displays
• Catalog library materials according to College procedure
• Open and close the library and secure library equipment
• Locate library materials for students
• Manage reserve materials, Library collections, circulation, and remove out-of-date items
• Lend, reserve, and collect holdings and process materials for inter-library loans
• Maintain the EIC app log of all students that enter by having them scan the QR code
• Send out notices and accept fine payments for lost or overdue books
• Maintain library equipment and instruct students in proper use
• Provide students with assistance with their copier allowances and use of a copy machine
• Take action to deal with disruptive or problem students in a professional manner
• Proctor Exams for instructors and HESI Admissions/Accuplacer exams
• Oversee and train library assistants on all facets of library functions
• Maintain strict confidentiality and security of student, staff, and client records
• Prepares reports on departmental activity as needed
• Perform other related duties and projects as required by the supervisor Requirements:
• Master of Library Science degree Required
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office, Google Suite
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-past environment
• Goal-oriented and highly ethical
• Knowledge of and compliance with relevant Federal, State, and Institutional policies and procedures relevant to the position 

Job Type: Full-time 

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year 

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday Application Question(s):
• Do you have a Master's degree in Library Science or equivalent education? (Please note that a Master's in Education does not meet the accrediting requirement for this position). 

Education:
• Master's (Required) 

Work Location: In person

To Apply:

https://eicollege.edu/careers-at-eastern-international-college/

 

 

F/T - Supervising Librarian, Art Collection, NYPL (NY)

Supervising Librarian, Art Collection - Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library

Department: Branch Libraries

 

Employment Type: Full Time

 

Location: Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library

 

Workplace type: Onsite

 

Compensation: $77,620 / year

 

Reporting To: Asha Unni

 

 

Overview

The mission of the New York Public Library is to inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge, and strengthen our communities. To deliver on this promise, the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library/SNFL is seeking a bright, dynamic, and enthusiastic Supervising Librarian to provide leadership and management for the Art Collection of SNFL. As the largest circulating branch in the NYPL system, this library is a vital hub for library patrons in and around the City of New York and serves as a bridge between our neighborhood libraries and in-depth research library collections.

This role requires an individual with a strong art or art history background and a passion for creating an environment of teamwork that embraces change and excellent customer service. They must work collaboratively within the SNFL team and with BookOps to assess art collection performance and advise on art collection strategy; they should also keep up-to-date on the usage of the collection and suggest changes to SNFL leadership accordingly. They should possess effective leadership skills and experience, and identify current and emerging art collection needs of the library population, including multicultural groups and immigrant communities. They should be knowledgeable about the administration and operations of public libraries in an urban setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations in the branch, including information services and circulation, while providing reference and reader services
• Work closely with the Managing Librarian, Library Services, and other unit heads to offer, direction, planning, and decision-making for the SNFL team across all areas of Library Services including public service, user experience, collection development, marketing, materials processing, policy implementation, and staff supervision, training, and performance evaluation
• Partner with Supervising Librarians to ensure ongoing development of staff to align skills and capabilities with the mission and strategic priorities of the library
• Utilize internal and external metrics to report on key issues to the Director, Assistant Director, staff, and key stakeholders to foster data-driven decision-making
• Partner and strategize with other NYPL departments (administrative, support, and programmatic) to develop and launch new service initiatives and resolve staff & operational issues
• In the absence of the Managers, assume overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the building
• Participate in library collection assessment, circulation analysis, and institution-wide committees as needed
• Participate, as appropriate, in the design and implementation of service plans
• Represent the library at community external partnership meetings
• Develop and review patron service plans for the library and serve as the point of escalation and resolution for patron service issues
• Perform other related duties as required

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education & Certifications

• ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies
• Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York
• Degree in Art or Art History

Required Experience

• Demonstrated track record of successful implementation of collection development initiatives in a large urban public library
• Experience working effectively with diverse teams and departments
• Strong communication skills that promote understanding and collaboration across various departments
• Prior supervisory experience is a must
• Demonstrated commitment to the work of supporting adult library patrons and readers
• Knowledge of emerging library technologies, services, and collection development trends for adults in urban public libraries

Required Skills

• Outstanding interpersonal, oral, written, and presentation skills 
• Knowledge and background of art books
• Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects or tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Successfully demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, identify and assess problems, and decisively implement appropriate solutions or recommendations
• Strong analytical orientation with demonstrable experience using metrics to drive decision-making

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 2-4
• Manage competing priorities
• Manage patron experience complaints/resolutions

More...

NYPL Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:

• Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
• Be Resourceful in solving problems 
• Be Curious in all aspects of your work
• Be Welcoming and Inclusive

Work Environment

• Office setting
• Public library setting
• Daily use of a computer
• May require travel within NYC

Physical Duties

• Move and transport up to 15 lbs.
• Remaining stationary for periods of time

Pre-Placement Physical Required?
No

Union
Local 1930

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Schedule
35 hours per week

To be scheduled during branch hours

Evenings and weekends as required

Schedule subject to change

This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.

The New York Public Library Salary Statement

At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies.

Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).

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. 

 

To Apply:

 

https://nypl.pinpointhq.com/postings/648e2a13-c076-4d5f-b4de-eb3ca6125bfe

 

 

 

F/T - Electronic Resources Lib, Molloy U (NY)

The James E. Tobin Library at Molloy University seeks an Electronic Resources Librarian. This is an in-person/on-campus 35 hour per week, 52 week a year position with the option for one remote day per week. 

 

The Electronic Resources Librarian is responsible for managing and troubleshooting the library’s online and subscription resources. They monitor and run frequent analyses on usage to ensure the resources meet the needs of the library and the university’s curriculum.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

 

• ·     Ensures that the library’s electronic resources perform properly and add value to our patrons by:

• Supporting and troubleshooting the daily operation of electronic resources, which includes subscription databases and collections, proxy server, OpenURL management, the library's CMS presence, a variety of hosted environments/external websites and other digital systems and services through which patrons locate information
• 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 Molloy’s IT department
• Recommending, implementing, and supporting emerging technologies (e.g. mobile apps, chat etc.)
• Creating content for the library's webpages to be reviewed by the library’s approver in the CMS
• Ensuring resources are both discoverable and readily available from both on and off campus
• Monitoring various listservs and other vendor communication channels that specifically report on electronic resources and other performance issues  

 

 

• Manages and assesses electronic resources (databases, collections, ejournals) :

• Support the full life cycle of electronic resources including trials, subscriptions, budgeting, activating/deactivating, troubleshooting, evaluating, and keeping abreast of best practices
• Analyzing and interpreting resource usage statistics, turnaways, historical trends, and anticipating future trends
• Communicating with vendors in order to obtain the best optimization of the various products, including frequent platform upgrades, custom branding and linking to other library resources
• Maintaining an electronic resource management (ERM) system in related areas
• Working closely with subscription agents to negotiate subscription terms/licenses for electronic journals
• Gathering, monitoring, and evaluating usage statistics related to single title ejournals including an analysis of overlap held in databases and ILL requests or available through other subscribed document delivery systems
• Ensuring collections and individual titles meet the requirements of current and proposed degree programs; providing appropriate documentation that contributes to and supports the accreditation process 

 

• Fulfills the essential functional expectations for all academic librarians by:
• Participating in daily reference shifts serving all patrons of the university both in traditional and virtual environments.   
• Teaching instruction classes in research techniques and information literacy to groups or individuals as scheduled.
• Maintaining a high level of proficiency in all library databases and resources; learning new technologies or resources and adapting to new methodologies as required
• Learning new technologies or resources and adapting to new methodologies as required
• Remaining current with developments in librarianship, seeking ongoing professional development opportunities on a continual basis
• Creating and maintaining LibGuides in liaison subject and multi-disciplinary areas as required
• Serves as a professional representative to faculty and the community by:
• Serving as a library Liaison in one or more subjects as assigned
• Facilitating collection development efforts in those assigned subjects, particularly when a new degree program is developed or it is part of an accreditation/reaccreditation process
• Participating in campus initiatives such as accreditation self-study, mission-related events, recruitment and orientation of new students and faculty
• Representing the library on campus-wide committees 

 

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree (ALA - accredited MLS or MLIS)
• 3 to 5 years of work related experience 
• Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word) 
• Databases (Library related)
• Web Development (CMS Maintenance)

 

PREFERRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Statistical Software (Library related)
• Backend System (Library related) 

 

RESPONSIBILITY FOR PUBLIC CONTACT

• Daily contact requiring courtesy, discretion, and sound judgment.

 

SALARY INFORMATION

 

When determining the salary offer for a new employee, Molloy considers several key characteristics such as job knowledge, skills, and experience as well as internal and external equity. The hiring annual salary for this position is $65,000 to $70,000. This annual salary represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of compensation at the time of posting. 

 

As part of its total compensation package, Molloy University offers an extensive range of benefits and programs for its employees including excellent health and dental insurance options, generous time off and tuition benefits. For further information, please visit Benefits | Molloy University. 

 

To Apply:

 

Applications must be submitted through ADP at  

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=f1758074-bb0b-4d6b-8d46-3a90ce325365&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=546705&lang=en_US 

 

 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. 

Molloy University does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, or military status; in its administration of educational policies, programs or activities; its admissions policies; or in employment practices. Molloy University takes its responsibility seriously to establish an environment in which the dignity and worth of all members of the institutional community are respected. In its effort to provide an optimal learning environment the University seeks the appointment of persons who are highly qualified and whose background is appropriate to fill each vacancy. It is University policy to recruit, employ, retain and promote employees without discrimination regarding sex, race, color, creed, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or physical disability.

F/T - Chief of Technical Services, CCNY-CUNY (NY)

Assistant or Associate Professor - Chief of Technical Services - CCNY Libraries

 

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The City College of New York Libraries seeks an experienced, forward-thinking, and creative professional to lead the librarians and paraprofessional staff in its Technical Services unit. Technical Services encompasses acquisitions, receiving, cataloging, material processing, serials management, e-resource management, and metadata creation. This position is pivotal to the efficient operation of the City College of New York Libraries, offering an opportunity to rethink and realign workflows, and optimize department operations. Reporting to the Associate Dean and Chief Librarian, the Chief of Technical Services will oversee the operational management of staff engaged in technical services activities and provide strategic direction to the unit. The incumbent is responsible for the administration and coordination of work, including the establishment and implementation of technical services policies, standards, and procedures related to material processing, serials, and other technical services functions.

The responsibilities of the Chief of Technical Services include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide vision and strategic direction for technical services operations across The City College of New York Libraries (CCNY Libraries)

• Supervise the Cataloging & Metadata Services Librarian, the Collection Development & Acquisitions Assistant, and the Electronic Resources Librarian. Lead team in activities related to ordering, receiving, processing, acquisition, description, and management of library resources

• Act as the chief technical resource for the catalog and bibliographic database, coordinating practices among units/departments within the Libraries

• Coordinate the application of descriptive metadata schemas for digitized and born-digital content, ensuring metadata interoperability

• Ensure high-quality standards in acquisitions, resource management, and descriptive frameworks across all formats. Identify and implement improvements to enhance service and efficiency within Technical Services

• Perform related library faculty duties, including collection development, reference (in­-person and virtual), information literacy instruction, and liaising with faculty and academic departments. Serve on college, university, and/or departmental committees, and engage in professional development and scholarly activities. Serve as a member of the Libraries' leadership group, sharing management responsibility for the CCNY Libraries

• Foster relationships with external partners, vendors, and consortia to enhance resource acquisition and management

• Oversee the integration and optimization of library systems (e.g., ILS, discovery tools) to support resource management and user access

• Manage and allocate the technical services budget, ensuring efficient use of resources

• Provide professional development opportunities for staff, keeping them current on trends, standards, and technologies in technical services

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program

• Second Master's degree or PhD

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in cataloging, acquisitions, resource management, or a related field in an academic library setting

• Strong knowledge of cataloging and metadata standards including MARC and RDA, and experience with integrated library systems (ILS)

• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience, with demonstrated leadership in staff management

• Experience in managing acquisitions, including vendor relations, budgeting, and resource negotiations

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse stakeholders and departments

• Experience managing budgets and procurement processes

• Familiarity with state funding agencies and policies

• Knowledge of linked data and metadata frameworks

• Experience with electronic resources management and library discovery tools (e.g., Primo)

• Familiarity with digital preservation practices

• Knowledge of open access and scholarly communication

• Experience using data and analytics to assess workflows and resource usage

• Experience with Library System migrations or upgrades

COMPENSATION

Salary Range :

Assistant Professor: $90,375 - $99,532

Associate Professor: $100,329 - $110,641

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

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CLOSING DATE

March 24, 2025

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

29618

Location

City College of New York

 

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P/T - Archivist, Bayside Historical Soc (NY)

 

Bayside Historical Society seeks a part-time archivist to manage its collection of more than 10,000 items, including photographs, papers, ephemera, correspondence, oral histories, and objects documenting the development of Bayside and its adjacent communities over the past 300 years. This role requires a strong understanding of archival standards and practices, as well as the ability to utilize various technologies for digitization and metadata management. The Archivist will play a crucial role in ensuring that our collections are well-organized and accessible to researchers, historians, and the public. Some experience with exhibit curation is preferred.

Send resume and cover letter to:

Brita Kube

Executive Director

Bayside Historical Society

Kubebrita@gmail.com

F/T - Lib for Journalism, Media, Culture & Comm, NYU (NY)

 

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $73,000 - $113,000. This pay range represents base pay only (for 9 months OR for 12 months) and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Librarian for Journalism and Media, Culture and Communication

The New York University (NYU) Division of Libraries is seeking a Librarian for Journalism and Media, Culture and Communication situated in the Libraries’ Research & Research Services subdivision. This tenure-track faculty librarian supports research, scholarship, teaching and learning, and practice in the subject areas of journalism, communication, and media studies across the university. Building and sustaining strong relationships that foreground equity and inclusion, they serve as the liaison to the Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute (Arts & Science) and the Department of Media, Culture and Communication (Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development).

The Librarian for Journalism and Media, Culture and Communication is intellectually curious, willing to learn, and responsive to the needs of the communities they support. They will:

• build and maintain our research collections with an understanding of the complexities around collecting both analog and digital news, and audiovisual media;

• foster proactive and agile outreach and communication practices;

• provide research support directly to students and researchers, building on an existing robust, high-volume instruction and consultation program, with a focus on scale and innovation for future growth;

• act as a connector and contributor to our current public and research services programs, helping to support both standard and new methods of research, scholarly inquiry, and practice, particularly those necessitated by new and emerging media;

• take the lead in promoting vital 21st-century competencies like media literacy, visual literacy, data literacy, and AI literacy in scholars and practitioners in the fields of journalism, communication, and media studies.

This librarian works across organizational boundaries in a dynamic and highly collaborative environment. They work closely with colleagues across NYU Libraries globally, including our corps of 40+ liaison librarians serving the humanities, social sciences, and sciences. As a member of the Society, Culture, and Global Perspectives department within the Research and Research Services subdivision, they work particularly closely with social sciences and area studies liaisons who share a focus on interdisciplinarity and global perspectives.

Beyond fellow liaison librarians, the Librarian for Journalism and Media, Culture and Communication collaborates closely with library colleagues in teaching and learning, collection development, data services, metadata creation, and scholarly communication. Outside NYU, they represent the Division of Libraries in professional consortia and associations locally and nationally.

Research

Faculty librarians also pursue their own active research, contributing their expertise, experiences, creative or artistic outputs, and investigations to build new knowledge and make cultural contributions. The person in this position has wide latitude in determining their own research agenda in their chosen area(s).

NYU Cluster Hiring Initiative

NYU Libraries is participating in the NYU Faculty Cluster Hiring Initiative to build a more diverse faculty community by seeking to recruit, welcome, and support new library faculty working across the Division on timely themes of social importance, such as Inequality and Anti-racism, Population Health and Health Equity, Open Science and the Public Good, and Urban Environments and Politics.

This particular position is part of our Centering Underrepresented Voices: Anti-Racist Practices in Libraries and Archives cluster, which seeks to center underrepresented communities' voices by bringing in new collections in all formats, adopting and contributing to anti-racist descriptive and metadata practices to support the discovery and use of these collections, and promulgating engagement and research services that draw on and support the growth of new knowledge. For full details about the Libraries cluster hiring initiative, see this link.

About New York University Libraries

Libraries at New York University serve the school’s 60,000 students and faculty and contain more than 6.7 million volumes. The Libraries supports NYU’s vision to become the first true Global Network University by collaborating with and providing services to our 11 global academic centers and our “portal campuses” in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai. New York University Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the OCLC Research Library Partnership, and the HathiTrust. The Libraries participate in a variety of consortia and collaborate closely with Columbia University Libraries and the New York Public Library through the Manhattan Research Library Consortium.

The Division of Libraries values diversity among its faculty, is committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community and strongly encourages applications from members of underrepresented communities. We are proud of our organizational culture and are committed​ ​to​ ​building​ ​and sustaining​​ a ​diverse,​ ​inclusive,​ ​and equitable​ ​organization​ that supports a sense of belonging for the staff and communities we serve. For more information, view NYU Libraries Strategic Priorities, https://library.nyu.edu/about/general/strategic-priorities/ and Mission and Values, https://library.nyu.edu/about/general/values/

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum one graduate degree (Master’s level or higher), conferred by start date, for consideration

  • A second graduate degree will be required to be eligible for tenure. One of the two graduate degrees must be an ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS or equivalent.

• Study, training, and/or practice in the field of journalism, communication, or media studies

• Understanding of the information landscape that surrounds news media collecting and its impact on collection development for research libraries

• Experience delivering instruction, such as workshops, webinars, and/or classroom teaching

• Experience providing public service and research support

• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity, and accessibility (IDBEA)

Preferred:

• A graduate degree in a field related to journalism, communication, or media studies

• Experience finding and using public records

• Familiarity with issues around copyright, particularly the application of fair use principles for academic and journalistic purposes

Salary/Benefits:

This position is open rank with faculty status, and includes an attractive benefits package, including five weeks of annual vacation.

The typical beginning annual base salary for a faculty member joining the Division of Libraries as a Full Curator in the academic year 2024-2025 is $110,000.

The typical beginning annual base salary for a faculty member joining the Division of Libraries as an Associate Curator in the academic year 2024-2025 is $100,000.

The typical beginning annual base salary for a faculty member joining the Division of Libraries as an Assistant Curator in the academic year 2024-2025 is $90,000.

The typical beginning annual base salary for a faculty member joining the Division of Libraries as a Library Associate in the academic year 2024-2025 is $90,000.

To Apply:  To ensure consideration, submit your CV and letter of application, including the name, address, and telephone number of three references. NYU Division of Libraries requires all candidates for this position to supply a statement demonstrating their commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, belonging, and accessibility as part of their application. Access the Diversity Statement prompt here: https://nyu.app.box.com/v/diversity-statement.

All applications for consideration must be submitted to: http://apply.interfolio.com/160444

Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Preference will be given to applications received by February 17, 2025.

To learn more about the position, join us for an optional and anonymous info session webinar on Thursday, January 30th, 2025, at 3 pm ET

Register here: https://nyufacultysp25.eventbrite.com/

Meet NYU librarians, staff, and committee members at this info session who will supply an overview of the role and opportunities to ask questions. Attendance is not required to apply. Participation is voluntary and confidential in Zoom webinar format.

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