Instructor or Assistant Professor - Public Services and Archives Librarian
FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The Kurt R. Schmeller Library at Queensborough Community College invites applications for the position of Public Services and Archives Librarian at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor. The candidate will provide reference services, research support, and information literacy instruction; actively promote library services to stakeholders; manage archives operations. The candidate will also develop and implement relevant policies and procedures; serve as a liaison to one or more academic departments; and share responsibility for committee and departmental assignments. Additional duties include performing administrative, supervisory, and other functions as assigned.
Responsibilities :
Coordinate in-person and on-line reference services, including shared CUNY’s Springshare chat service
Generate monthly statistics on reference interactions, in-person, chat and online
Managing and maintaining reference materials
Coordinate with campus print office to replenish citation and research guides
Create, develop, and assess reference policies
Lead the library assessment committee
Update QCC library calendar, including hours and events on the library website
Schedule and monitor reference desk hours
Create, develop, and assess archival policies
Coordinate archive related activities and build a sustainable archive, including scanning/uploading documents, managing appointments, and material retrieval, etc.
Provide outreach to academic and non-academic campus units, including creating and maintaining library promotional materials
Teach information literacy classes and provide reference services in-person & online
Other duties as assigned
Hours include early mornings, evenings, and/or weekends.
CUNY is an equal opportunity employer, is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce, and is dedicated to recruiting and retaining professionals who share the College’s commitment to equity. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from members of protected groups including minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, as well as others who would bring additional perspectives to the university’s mission. Candidates with demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusiveness through their research, teaching and/or service are also encouraged to apply. One of Queensborough Community College’s greatest strengths, and a necessary element of excellence, is the diversity of our community. We strive to attract and nurture a talented and diverse faculty and staff that proudly reflect the unique character of the local Queens community, the most diverse county in the United States. As a community college in the CUNY system, our diverse student population primarily takes general education and lower division courses for university transfer.
For additional information please visit Kurt R. Schmeller Library .
QUALIFICATIONS
All titles require a Master's in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.
There are two tracks:
The requirement for the rank of instructor (non-tenure track) is a Master of Library Science (MLS) or a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) or an equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited program
The requirement for the rank of assistant professor (tenure-track) is an MLS or an MLIS or an equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited program and a second master’s degree
Preferred Qualification :
Excellent interpersonal and leadership qualities, a commitment to collaboration and mutual respect, and the ability to work efficiently and effectively on shared projects and committees in our multicultural library and college/university community.
Experience using a variety of Springshare products
Experience in assessing reference or other library services
Experience in teaching information literacy instruction and providing reference services
Experience providing outreach to library stakeholders and organizations using innovative library services
Demonstrated ability in developing and managing archival digitization projects
Knowledge of metadata schemas and archive management tools
Experience providing strong customer service to diverse populations
Works as part of team and independently by displaying strong leadership and organizational skills
COMPENSATION
Instructor: $71,716 - $79,061. Assistant Professor: $86,741 - $94,909
Library faculty members have an eleven-month calendar with 40 vacation days. Faculty on the Assistant Professor tenure track receives reassigned time to pursue scholarship. For faculty in Assistant Professor rank, continued scholarly and service activities are required for tenure and promotion.
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
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
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.
Please send (1) a curriculum vitae; (2) a one-page cover letter; (3) a statement of scholarly interest(approximately 250-300 words)
CLOSING DATE
March 30, 2026.
Review of resumes to begin immediately.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
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: 31900
Location: Queensborough CC
Job Type: Full-Time
