P/T - Adjunct Ref & Instr Lib, CUNY-LaGuardia (NY)

 

LaGuardia Community College is looking for an Adjunct Reference and Instruction Librarian for the Spring 2024 semester.

 

Job Description - Adjunct Reference and Instruction Librarian 

 

The Library Department at LaGuardia Community College, CUNY seeks to hire one Reference and Instruction Librarian for part-time work during the Spring 2024 semester with the possibility of renewal for the 2024-25 AY. The schedule for this candidate is Mondays-Thursdays 1pm-6pm and possible Friday hours 8am-1pm, starting March 1, 2024. Flexibility with the work schedule is essential for possible morning and weekend hours.  

 

We welcome applications from new professionals, librarians working in different settings, and those with diverse teaching experience. Ideal candidates will have experience working in an academic library; experience providing in-person and online library reference; experience teaching in-person and online library instruction; the ability to work as part of a team of diverse individuals; and excellent communication skills, including the ability to interact positively with colleagues, students, faculty, staff in the library and at the college.  

 

Applicants must have an ALA-accredited MLIS for appointment as Instructor; an additional graduate degree is required for appointment as Assistant Professor. 

 

Applicants should send a cover letter and CV by email to Professor Alexandra Rojas, Head, Reference/Public Services, arojas@lagcc.cuny.edu and Associate Professor Ian McDermott, Coordinator of Library Instruction, imcdermott@lagcc.cuny.edu. The position is open until filled and review of applications will begin immediately. 

 

Salary: 

Instructor: $47.42 to $59.00 per hour 

Assistant Professor: $53.79 to $63.85 per hour 

P/T - Librarian, Comsewogue Lib (NY)

Position: Part-Time Librarian or Librarian Trainee, at Comsewogue Public Library

Department: Adult Services

 

We invite you to apply for an opportunity to join our motivated team in a warm and welcoming

environment. At Comsewogue we put an emphasis on training and we support each other in our

day-to-day tasks. We’re looking for someone who shares our interest in serving our patrons and

making a positive contribution to our community. 

 

Qualifications & Requirements:

• MLIS degree or currently enrolled in an ALA-accredited library school

• Proficiency with technology, including personal devices, computers, databases and online

resources

• Strong interest and knowledge of adult literature and collection development

• The ability to plan, organize and facilitate library programs

• Proficiency in marketing programs and services through flyers, displays, posters and library-

approved social media accounts

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills including a professional, positive, and

approachable demeanor

• Ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment / ability to multitask

• Ability to make sustainability- conscious workplace decisions

• Provide equitable delivery of library services to all people

• Participate in large scale and outreach events which may include assisting the community

with library resources, promoting the library brand and value of the library to the community

 

Hours:

Up to 17.5 hours per week, including nights and weekends

 

Rate:

• $31.37/hr. for Librarian I, $24.80-$27.31/hr. for Librarian Trainee based on credits. 

 

Submit your cover letter and resume to hr@cplib.org or fax 631-928-6307 by January 31st. 

 

Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

 

The Comsewogue Public Library does not discriminate in employment or the provision of services. The

Library’s Equal Employment Opportunity Policy is found at: https://www.cplib.org/about/documents/. The

Library is committed to proactive, fair, legal recruitment processes and practices carried out in a

professional and welcoming manner. The Library is committed to reducing its impact on the environment.

P/T - Librarian, Great Neck Lib (NY)

POSITION OPEN DUE TO RECENT PROMOTION

Part Time Librarian/Trainee**

Reference Department-Various Locations

 

The Great Neck Library is a multi-branch system seeking an energetic, detail oriented, service driven Librarian/Trainee in the Reference Department for a very active, culturally diverse library system in a highly educated community. The successful candidate will assist patrons in finding books, other materials, and information both on-line and in print, reader’s advisory, digital services, collection development and adult programming. Excellent interpersonal, communication and professional skills are a must. **contingent permanent position, meaning that this position is left temporarily vacant by reason of a promotion. Full permanency of this position cannot be

guaranteed. Should the permanent employee fail to complete the probationary period, such employee has the right to return to their previous position and displace the contingent employee.

 

Duties and Responsibilities include:

 Database searching, computer assistance, resource selection and collection

development,

book discussions and book displays.

 Position may involve prolonged periods of sitting and lifting of up to 25 lbs.

 Other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications & Experience Required:

 Knowledge of First Search, Microsoft Word and Excel preferred

 MLS or MLIS degree or completion of 6 credits towards an MLS or MLIS

degree from an ALA accredited institution

 For Librarian-NYS Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate required at time of

employment

 

Schedule: Part Time - Nights and Saturdays. Sundays as needed.

Starting Salary Range: Per Hour: $27.00-$40.00 Librarian/ $22.00-$26.00 Trainee

 

This is a Union position and is non-civil service.

We are a participating employer in the New York State & Local Retirement System.

 

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but

not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, longevity,

specialty and training.

 

Reply with resume, cover letter, completed GNL employment application

(found here - https://greatnecklibrary.org/employment/)

and references by February 2, 2024

 

Great Neck Library

159 Bayview Ave.

Great Neck, NY 11023

employment@greatnecklibrary.org

 

No Phone Calls Please. The Great Neck Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

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  Great Neck, NY 11023

  employment@greatnecklibrary.org

  No Phone Calls Please. The Great Neck Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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F/T - Business Research Librarian, Cornerstone Research (NY)

 BUSINESS RESEARCH LIBRARIAN (HYBRID – Boston, Washington, D.C., or New York)

 

If you are Research Librarian with corporate or professional services experience and you are looking for an opportunity to display your high quality business and legal research services, then we would like to meet with you!

 

The Business Research Librarian can be based in either our Boston, Washington, D.C, or NY offices and will have primary responsibility for providing research and reference services involving business, legal, and specialized information resources to consulting and administrative staff for billable casework. The Business Research Librarian will also perform other research-related work for the firm such as assisting with business development research such as attorney tracking, case tracking, and case document research.

 

At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 900-strong team that spans nine offices, comprises more than 40 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research three times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportunities.

You’ll Love It Here If You 

• Embrace learning and continuous improvement
• Set and strive for a high bar of excellence
• Believe that teamwork leads to success: ask us what it means to be #onefirmfirm!
• Take pride in always doing your best work, even if it’s harder or takes longer
• Are passionate about what you do

How You’ll Help Our Team Succeed

• Conduct complex domestic and international business and legal research utilizing databases plus research tools and directs consultants to appropriate sources.
• Evaluate diverse sources of information for currency, reliability, relevance, and cost-effectiveness, choosing the best sources for answering research requests.
• Interface with experts, law firms, agencies, libraries, and organizations, representing the firm in a professional and exemplary manner.
• Compile and organize information obtained in research projects into a coherent, focused collection of information; log new information about resources in both public and department databases for future use.
• Maintain awareness of current developments on legal news and information services, specifically with developments regarding new specialized databases relevant to the firm’s practice areas.
• Recognizes new information resources, both in print and electronic form, and makes recommendations for new acquisitions to the Associate Director of Information Resources and Senior Director of Information Resources.

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

• 3-5 years of experience that demonstrates increasing capability and responsibility from a similar role; professional services experience preferred.
• Familiarity with financial and economic databases such as CapIQ, Eikon, and Bloomberg, and legal databases such as Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, Lexis and Lex Machina.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office required.
• Intermediate knowledge of business and legal databases.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, work independently and exhibit initiative to solve problems.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm’s financial and operational functions
• Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) or combination of similar specialty and significant research experience is required.

Who We Are

Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.

 

We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outstanding results.

 

The firm’s uniquely collegial and supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work. We invest in our people in a host of ways, from providing meaningful learning and development opportunities to organizing memorable social events. To many, our culture and our people are the most exciting and enriching aspects of a career at Cornerstone Research.

 

For New York Candidates Only: Cornerstone Research is offering a competitive market base salary for this position between $75,700 and $104,000. A job offer will depend on how closely a candidate’s skills, experience and education match the requirements for the role.  In addition to base salary, we offer a total compensation package that includes annual performance bonus and generous benefits. 

 

To Apply:

https://corpadmin-chire.icims.com/jobs/3397/research-librarian/job?mobile=false&width=1170&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

 

Cornerstone Research is an equal employee opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other factors protected by law.

F/T - Branch Head Lib (search extended), Great Neck Lib (NY)

Please note: Prior Applicants are still under consideration and no need to re-apply.

 

SEARCH EXTENDED!

 

Branch Head Librarian-Lakeville

The Great Neck Library is seeking a Branch Librarian to head the thriving Lakeville Branch of the Great Neck Library.  Excellent interpersonal, communication and professional skills are a must in this intensely active facility. This is a union position that reports to the Assistant Director.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience Required:

⦁    Thorough knowledge of library service techniques, administrative practices, and materials selection
⦁    Ability to grasp users’ needs quickly and accurately
⦁    Ability to inspire and supervise library staff
⦁    Ability to analyze situations, and make suggestions for the improvement of service
⦁    Ability to utilize and recommend materials in a variety of formats (print, electronic, media)
⦁    Experience working with computers and Microsoft Office programs
⦁    Well versed in ILS systems such as Sierra and any other computers programs used in a library setting.
⦁    Oversee all aspects of branch operations
⦁    Develop, deliver and continually evaluate and improve branch services
⦁    Supervise, train, motivate, schedule and evaluate all branch employees; guide staff toward the highest standards of customer service
⦁    Take lead role in providing reference and readers’ advisory services to customers
⦁    Maintain effective working partnerships with schools, community groups, etc.
⦁    Supervise money collection, including its safe-keeping and appropriate delivery to the Business Office
⦁    Work with other staff to plan and conduct branch activities and programs
⦁    Oversee building and property management functions, communicating any needs or problems to the appropriate person(s)
⦁    Participate in developing the branch collection development including adding and deleting of all formats of materials
⦁    Implement and interpret library policies and procedures to staff and customers with the assistance of the Assistant Director and the Director
⦁    Prepare periodic status reports and statistical reports, etc., as assigned
⦁    Hold regular staff meetings and handle situations
⦁    Attend meeting[s] as scheduled by Administration
⦁    Support and effectively implement Administration and Board policy, procedures, and core values
⦁    Attend Staff Development Day, workshops, seminars, and conferences as appropriate
⦁    Maintain an awareness of developments and changes in the profession through meetings and professional reading
⦁    Perform additional duties and assignments, as requested

Qualifications & Experience Required:

⦁    MLS or MLIS from ALA accredited institution
⦁    New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate required at time of employment
⦁    Minimum of three (3) years professional librarian experience
⦁    Supervisory experience as a branch librarian or department head highly desirable

 
Schedule:  Full time – 35 hours/week, includes days, nights and Saturdays.  Sundays as needed
Starting Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000 plus full benefit package including NYS Retirement System.  

 This is a Union Position and is non-civil service.
 

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, longevity, specialty and training.
 

Reply with resume, cover letter, completed GNL employment application (found here - https://greatnecklibrary.org/employment/)
and references by January 29, 2024

 
Great Neck Library
159 Bayview Ave.
Great Neck, NY  11023
employment@greatnecklibrary.org

 

 
No Phone Calls Please.  The Great Neck Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

P/T - Lib-Stem Lab (search extended), Great Neck Lib (NY)

DEADLINE EXTENDED AND POSTING 

PART TIME LIBRARIAN/TRAINEE-STEM LAB

The Great Neck Library is seeking an energetic, highly motivated part-time librarian/trainee who believes in providing excellent customer service. The successful candidate must be friendly, hard-working and knowledgeable in STEM, digital services, 3D printing, reference, and reader’s advisory.  Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work well under pressure.

Duties and Responsibilities include:
⦁    Ability to work with all age groups
⦁    Ability to learn about and teach emerging technologies and “maker” tools such as 3D printers, Cricut, Laser Cutters, and more
⦁    A hands-on, working knowledge of digital services and library download services on various devices and be comfortable showing and promoting these services
⦁    Strong understanding of basic applications such as Word, Excel, Google Suite, etc.
⦁    Desire to work as a team member and collaborate with co-workers on projects and programs as well as develop and conduct innovative STEM programs for all age groups
⦁    Position may involve prolonged periods of sitting and lifting of up to 25 lbs.
⦁    Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience Required:
⦁    MLS or MLIS degree or completion of 6 credits towards an MLS or MLIS degree from an
ALA accredited institution
⦁    For Librarian-NYS Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate required at time of  employment
 

Schedule:
25 hours/week, includes Day, Nights and Weekends.

Starting Salary Range: Per Hour: $27.00-$40.00 Librarian/ $22.00-$26.00 Trainee
This is a Union position and is non-civil service.
We are a participating employer in the New York State & Local Retirement System.

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, longevity, specialty and training.

Reply with resume, cover letter, completed GNL employment application         (found here - https://greatnecklibrary.org/employment/)
and references by January 23, 2024
Please note: Prior Applicants are still under consideration and no need to re-apply.
Great Neck Library
159 Bayview Ave.
Great Neck, NY  11023
employment@greatnecklibrary.org
No Phone Calls Please.  The Great Neck Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

F/T - Readers' Advisor, Darien Library (CT)

Full-Time Readers’ Advisor

Darien Library seeks an enthusiastic, creative, collegial, and motivated candidate to join our dynamic Reader Services department full-time. The successful candidate will have a strong focus on customer service, a passion for reading and discussing books, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, friendly environment. This position reports to the Head of Reader Services.

 

Main Duties & Responsibilities

 

• Staffing the Welcome Desk for three-to-four hours per day to provide extreme customer service to our library patrons and perform a variety of public-facing circulation duties.
• Reading avidly and sharing your passion for reading with patrons and fellow staff members in person, via video, or through written communications.
• Offering confident readers advisory in person and online.
• Participating in departmental tasks related to the Welcome Desk and fiction collections including creating book displays, responding to patron emails and phone calls, and developing readers’ advisory tools.
• Writing and editing content for the Reader Services monthly newsletter and other communications.
• Management of museum passes and budget.
• Facilitation and management of discussion programs targeting adult patrons and readers.
• Participating in collections and acquisitions tasks for Adult Fiction and Mystery.
• Keeping up-to-date with new trends in libraries, particularly in readers’ advisory services for adults, and encouraging collaborative partnerships within the Library to support ongoing initiatives.
• Working a minimum of one evening per week, and a minimum of one weekend a month, in addition to special events and possible multiple evening programs per month.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Graduate degree desirable.
• 2-5 years experience in a customer service-oriented position.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a patron-centered approach to library service that employs unwavering kindness and professionalism.
• Strong aptitude in oral and written communications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Applications and a knowledge of Mailchimp and Canva are desired.
• Experience in event planning and support.
• Experience in collection development or book purchasing.
• Ability to perform as a flexible team player in the daily activities of public library work. Willingness to learn, collaborate, multi-task, problem solve, and be forward-thinking when setting goals for the department.
• Ability to take initiative and independently organize work, set priorities, and follow up on assignments.
• Deep understanding of the Fairfield County reading community.
• Bilingual candidates, or those with functional knowledge of another language, are highly desirable.

 

Physical Demands

• Essential job duties and responsibilities include remaining in a stationary position for extended periods, the ability to regularly lift and carry objects such as books up to 50 lbs., bend, stoop, and reach. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential duties.

 

Salary

This is a full-time position (37.5 hours/week) with an annual salary of $58,000 commensurate with experience. Salary includes generous vacation, sick, and personal leave; significant opportunities for professional development; health benefits; and enrollment in the Town pension program.

 

Contact Information

Apply with a cover letter and copy of your resume to Bree Marsden, HR Manager, at jobs@darienlibrary.org by Friday, January 26, 2023. Please make your subject line Readers' Advisor.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Darien Library observes and promotes a policy of equal employment opportunity for all. This means that the Darien Library recruits, hires, trains, and promotes all persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, political belief, physical disability or any other improper or illegal criteria. All employment decisions are based on legitimate employment-related criteria such as, skills, abilities, attitude and contribution to the Darien Library so as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity.

F/T - Webmaster / Social Media Coordinator, Great Neck Lib (NY)

Webmaster/Social Media Coordinator

The Great Neck Library is seeking a creative, energetic, detail oriented, Webmaster/Social Media
Coordinator for a very active, culturally diverse, highly educated community. The successful
candidate will develop and manage content for the library’s website, digital displays, social media
platforms as well as print materials. Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability
to organize, prioritize and time manage projects are a must.

Duties and Responsibilities include:
• Ability to make corrections and edits on web pages as necessary
• Maintains website content and ensures ease of navigation and efficiency of pages
• Ensures publicity is current, accurate, and accessible
• Creates, maintains, and posts social media and other publicity
• Creates and distributes weekly calendar
• Creates flyers, bookmarks, posters, etc. for Library programs and events
• Confers with supervisors, officials, and subject matter experts to establish and verify content
information
• Creates reports on statistics as needed
• Prepares all program information for the newsletter including the October Board of Trustees
Election, Library Budget information, and annual report
• Designs and creates the newsletter, sets the schedule with the printer, and sets deadlines for
submissions
• Annually updates mailing lists including the Great Neck full district mailing list
• Handles all bulk mailings
• Position may involve prolonged periods of sitting and lifting of up to 25 lbs.
• Other duties as assigned
 

Qualifications & Experience Required:
• Working knowledge of WordPress and ability to train others
• Working knowledge of social media including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
and TikTok
• Demonstrated experience in designing publicity and website management
• Master’s Degree in related field (preferred)
 

Schedule:
Full time – 35 hours/week, includes days, nights and Saturdays. Sundays as needed
 

Starting Salary Range:
$55,000 - $75,000 plus full benefit package including NYS Retirement System.
 

This is a Union Position and is non-civil service.
 

We are a participating employer in the New York State & Local Retirement System.

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to
departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, longevity, specialty and training.
 

Reply with resume, cover letter, completed GNL employment application (found
here - https://greatnecklibrary.org/employment/) and references 1/12/2024

Great Neck Library, 159 Bayview Ave.
Great Neck, NY 11023
employment@greatnecklibrary.org
No Phone Calls Please. The Great Neck Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

P/T - Knowledge & Learning Svcs Asst, Darien Lib (CT)

Part-Time Knowledge and Learning Services Assistant

Darien Library seeks a friendly, energetic self-starter and life-long learner with excellent information-seeking and technology skills. The successful candidate will provide extraordinary customer service, research help, and tech support to Library users. The ideal candidate finds joy in helping others, is perpetually eager to learn new things, and is excited to work with people from all walks of life.

 

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Staff an active Reference Desk and Technology Help Desk.
• Oversee activity in the adult Research, Magazine, and quiet study areas.
• Utilize appropriate reference resources to connect patrons to the information they seek.
• Assist patrons with print and digital resources.
• Maintain a current knowledge of the Library’s electronic resources including databases and links from the Research page.
• Assist patrons with computer hardware and software, including printers and scanners.
• Provide Notary Public Services.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

• MLIS degree or a degree in progress at an ALA-accredited library sciences or information sciences graduate program.
• Excellent customer service and reference skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex concepts in simple, easy-to-understand terms.
• Clear and direct oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to type quickly and accurately.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Multilingual candidates, or those with a functional knowledge of another language, are desirable.

 

Schedule

This is a part-time position with no benefits. The candidate will work at least 12-16 hours per week, including evenings and weekends and additional shifts as needed, not to exceed 29 hours per week.

 

Salary & Benefits

Salary meets CLA requirements, and is commensurate with experience.

 

Contact Information

To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to Bree Marsden, HR Manager, at jobs@darienlibrary.org. Please make your subject line PT KLS Assistant. Apply by Friday, January 12, 2024.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Darien Library observes and promotes a policy of equal employment opportunity for all. This means that the Darien Library recruits, hires, trains, and promotes all persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, political belief, physical disability or any other improper or illegal criteria. All employment decisions are based on legitimate employment-related criteria such as, skills, abilities, attitude and contribution to the Darien Library so as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity.