F/T - Sr Law Lib, US Supreme Court (NY)

The Brooklyn Supreme Court is seeking a Law Librarian and has extended the application deadline to May 27, 2025.

ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 26511_Extended 

 POSITION TITLE: SENIOR LAW LIBRARIAN 

JG: 24 

LOCATION: SUPREME COURT, KINGS COUNTY - CRIMINAL 

TERM BASE SALARY: $89,338 + $4,920 LOCATION PAY 

CLASSIFICATION: COMPETITIVE – PROVISIONAL

* QUALIFICATIONS: One year of permanent, competitive class service in the Law Librarian title; or Master's degree in Library Science or Library Information Sciences from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university and two (2) years of professional work experience using library automation, providing legal reference services or involving library administration. This experience must have been in a law library or library information center with a significant legal collection; or Law Degree from an accredited law school and two (2) year of professional work experience using library automation, providing legal reference services or involving library administration. This experience must have been in a law library or library information center with a significant legal collection. 

*Section 25.20 (a) Rules of the Chief Judge provides that an appointment may be made on a provisional/temporary basis provided there are no eligibles available for appointment from the existing eligible list. To be appointed on a permanent basis, you must take the civil service examination and be among the top three acceptors 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Under supervision of a District Administrative Judge or a Principal Law Librarian, Senior Law Librarians provide professional library services by implementing policies, performing acquisition functions, original cataloging, and classifying materials using electronic systems based on standard library guidelines. Senior Law Librarians coordinate and implement resource sharing and evaluate the various collections under their jurisdiction for accuracy, relevance and completeness, tailor these collections to complement one another and avoid unnecessary duplication, assist in budget preparation and resource allocation. Senior Law Librarians may manage diverse legal research collections and supervise Law Librarians, paraprofessionals and clerical staff. Senior Law Librarians operate, and may manage, a variety of library and research automation systems. They perform legal research, oversee chambers collections, participate in electronic reference and technical consortiums and work on statewide initiatives in cooperation with the Office of Legal Information. They may coordinate operations of geographically separate legal research collections, and perform other related library and administrative duties. 

ASSIGNMENT: Duties include, but are not limited to: providing legal research and reference support to judges, court attorneys, and non-judicial staff; providing online legal reference services to the public via Ask A Law Librarian; reviewing and evaluating legal research materials in all formats to identify items to be added or withdrawn from the collections of the Criminal and Civil Term Justices’ Libraries; cataloging new items in the collections according to Library of Congress classification system and court-specific guidelines, and constantly monitoring effectiveness of collection organization; implementing and monitoring collection development policies, and recommending modifications thereof; operating acquisition system, including bibliographic searching, retrieval, receipt, verification, labeling, and recordkeeping; monitoring changes in cataloging and classification standards and modifying library records to comply; and other related duties. 

GENERAL INFORMATION: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. Although a position is available and situated at a specific location, the appointee may be subject to reassignment to any position in the same title in this promotion unit dependent upon the needs of the Unified Court System. All applications received from this announcement may be used to fill any vacancies in this title that may occur in this court or agency within the next six (6) months. Position(s) available at the present time: 1 . APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf) and a resume by email to KSCriminal-Employment@nycourts.gov (please reference posting #26511 in subject line) or by mail to: LINDSAY COUNCIL SUPREME COURT, KINGS COUNTY - CRIMINAL TERM HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT 320 JAY STREET, ROOM 13.53 BROOKLYN, NY 11201 APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DATA COLLECTION FORM. 

POSTING DATE: April 1, 2025 APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED OR RECEIVED BY: May 27, 2025

The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Source: https://www.nycourts.gov/legacyPDFs/careers/statewide/26511_Extended.pdf

F/T - Cataloging & Acquisitions Coordinator, Darien Lib (CT)

Full-Time Cataloging and Acquisitions Coordinator

Darien Library seeks a meticulous and collaborative Cataloging and Acquisitions Coordinator to join the Materials Management Department. The ideal candidate is committed to excellence in maintaining accuracy in the Library catalog and physical collections, enjoys detailed, hands-on work, and is able to prioritize overall Library objectives with their own daily projects. They should have the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, friendly environment, and embrace Darien Library’s “Kindness First” motto in both internal and external service.  

Reporting to the Head of Materials Management, the Cataloging and Acquisitions Coordinator works with a small team to manage the ordering, cataloging, and receiving of approximately 20,000 physical items each year. This essential work ensures that all departments—and the public—can effectively access and locate materials through the catalog.

 

General Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains and ensures accuracy of the Library’s catalog and physical collections.
• Places orders with vendors through the Library’s Integrated Library System (ILS) based on selection by the collection development staff.
• Manages all Interlibrary Loan (ILL) transactions, including coordination with deliverIT, Connecticut’s statewide delivery system.
• Maintains and reports Library ILL statistics.
• Reviews paper and electronic invoices for accuracy and resolves any discrepancies.
• Imports and updates bibliographic records in the ILS from external sources.
• Receives and processes new materials; ensures cataloging and physical processing are complete and accurate; resolves order discrepancies as needed.
• Manages cataloging of newspapers and magazines.
• Other duties as assigned. 

 

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required, plus a minimum of five years’ experience in cataloging records. 

   

Skills & Attributes 

• Functional knowledge of public library organizations and collections. Good working knowledge of principles and procedures of professional library work including methods, practices, and techniques of library cataloging and classification.
• Proficiency with Integrated Library Systems, including Polaris and Sierra.
• Experience with Machine Readable Cataloging (MARC) records, Library of Congress Subject Headings, Dewey Decimal Classification, and OCLC Worldshare.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel and Word.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to details.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Commitment to providing excellent internal customer service.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work harmoniously with staff, vendors, and external organizations.

 

Salary

$58,000 annually for a 37.5-hour workweek, with final compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes generous vacation, sick, and personal leave, excellent health insurance, and participation in the Town pension plan. Significant opportunities for professional development are available. 

To Apply

For consideration, please send a cover letter and resume to Bree Marsden, Human Resources Manager, at jobs@darienlibrary.org. Please make your subject line Cataloging and Acquisitions Coordinator. The position will remain open until filled.

Source: https://www.darienlibrary.org/about/jobs/cataloging-acquisitions

F/T - Administrative Specialist, CUNY-LaGuardia (NY)

Administrative Specialist - Library

 

POSITION DETAILS

Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York/CUNY. LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree and certificate programs, as well as dozens of workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 25,000 students. More than one-third of our degree-seeking students were born outside of the United States, coming to LaGuardia from 136 countries and speaking forty-three heritage languages. More than half are first-generation college students. Sixty-nine percent live in Queens; the rest live in Brooklyn and beyond. Approximately two-thirds of our degree students receive financial aid. Since forty-five percent of them identify as Hispanic, the US Department of Education has designated LaGuardia a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

Under the Chief Librarian and Chairperson, the Administrative Specialist is responsible for supervising Library operations at LaGuardia Community College in Long Island City, Queens. The Administrative Specialist works closely with the staff and faculty of a variety of campus and CUNY offices and programs to provide administrative and fiscal support.

Specifically, the Administrative Specialist is expected to perform the following duties:

• Assist the Chief Librarian on all matters pertaining to the administration of the Library Department, including staffing and scheduling, fiscal operations and budgeting, data collection and reporting, and facilities and equipment management.

• Assist the Chief Librarian in the recruitment, onboarding, management and payroll of all Library Department staff and faculty.

• Assist the Chief Librarian in coordinating and preparing evaluation materials for faculty promotion and tenure reviews.

• Prepare annual evaluation and promotion materials for staff.

• Supervise and provide support to part-time staff and CUNY Office Assistants in multiple Library units, including, but not limited to, Access Services, Technical Services, and Media Services.

• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of all financial and administrative activities.

• Maintain archives, inventories, statistics, and collections of materials or records needed by the Library Department and for reporting to ACRL & IPEDs.

• Represent the Library Department at campus and university meetings and activities related to administrative and fiscal operations.

• Participate in campus- or university-wide committees and projects and undertake additional assignments and program activities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree and four years' relevant experience required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Expertise in Microsoft 365 (especially Excel).

Expertise with budgeting and procurement processes such as CUNYFirst/CUNYBuy.

Experience working in higher education and/or libraries.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Provides administrative and program support to an administrative or academic department.

• Oversees department operations and assists management in planning department activities, creating schedules, assigning staff and preparing and delivering department communications.

• Works with appropriate offices related to personnel recruitment, expediting search activities

• Research coordinates and organizes materials for key events such as promotion and tenure reviews.

• Supervises and trains support staff and student workers.

• Manages budget and coordinates purchasing, accounting, and payroll.

• Provides instructions and basic advice to students, faculty, and others seeking information on department activities, policies, and schedules.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Administrative Specialist

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$52,267 - $79,188

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 6.09% with additional increases of 3.25% effective 9/1/2025 and 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

May 11th, 2025

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

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

30060

Location

LaGuardia Community College

Source: https://cuny.jobs/queens-ny/administrative-specialist-library/459FB3D828634377852238AF3A83A2AF/job/

 

 

F/T - Clinical Informationist, Stony Brook U (NY)

The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook is seeking a Clinical Informationist.

Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):
Relevant Master’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher). One year of full-time experience working in a health sciences or academic library environment or providing information services to clinicians.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with reference/research support or collection development within a health sciences setting. Experience providing instruction at the undergraduate, graduate, or clinical level. Familiarity with current trends in the field of health sciences librarianship. Experience in continuing education and emerging technologies. Record of professional activities, including research, presentations, or engagement in professional organizations.

Brief Description of Duties:
Reporting to the Director of the Health Sciences Library, the Clinical Informationist provides research assistance as well as instruction to the faculty, residents, and fellows within Stony Brook Medicine’s Department of Graduate Medical Education (GME). The Clinical Informationist will also engage in outreach and provide research services to clinicians across Stony Brook Medicine’s hospitals, centers, and outpatient care facilities. The Clinical Informationist will be expected to participate in research, scholarship, and professional activities.

• Reference/Instruction:

  • Develop and deliver instructional sessions on research-related topics, such as literature searching and evidence-based medicine to residents, fellows and clinicians. Create and maintain research guides and asynchronous learning modules. Work collaboratively across the health sciences library to provide general reference/research support.

• Research Consultation:

  • Provide in-depth research consultations to residents, fellows and clinicians as needed for course-related and independent research activities. Participate in the development of search strategies for systematic reviews, scoping reviews, and meta-analyses. Handle research and data inquiries from Stony Brook Medicine’s research facilities, affiliates, and partners.

• Outreach:

  • Establish relationships with the various Graduate Medical Education (GME) Program Directors to ensure they are aware of the research services available through the Health Sciences Library. Engage in outreach to Stony Brook Medicine’s outpatient and inpatient care facilities in order to provide research and evidence-based medicine support to clinicians. Support new initiatives and special projects across the organization. Participate in library, campus, and professional committees.

• Other Duties as assigned.

 

Special Notes:
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.

Essential Position: This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such may be required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.

To Apply:

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application at:

https://tinyurl.com/2ktrmh32

 

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

 

If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit OEA.

 

In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here.

Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.

 

SUNY Research Foundation: A Great Place to Work.

 

The starting salary range (or hiring range) to be offered for this position is noted below, it represents SBU’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Job Number:  2501491

Official Job Title: Senior Education Specialist

Job Field : Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)

Primary Location: US-NY-Stony Brook

Department/Hiring Area: University Libraries - HSC

Schedule: Full-time 

Shift :Day Shift 

Shift Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm  

Posting Start Date: Apr 30, 2025

Posting End Date: May 30, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Salary: $80,000-$85,000

Appointment Type: Regular

Salary Grade: E79

SBU Area: The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook