Library Specialist – Dominican Studies Institute

POSITION DETAILS

The Library Specialist will report to the Director of the Dominican Studies Institute at The City College of New York. In addition to the CUNY title overview duties, tasks include but are not limited to:

• Oversee the arrangement and shelving of library materials and manage collection development

• Create and maintain local databases of various collections, including periodicals and microfilm

• Provide reference services and maintain statistics of library patrons and donations

• Collaborate with the Chief Librarian to facilitate educational workshops

• Conduct and participate in outreach activities on behalf of CUNY DSI

• Writes and implements grant proposals; manage and contribute to Library blog

• Conduct research for CUNY DSI projects and exhibitions

• Supervise, curates, and manages digital collections projects on JSTOR Forum; curate and maintains special collections

• Manage and maintain acquisition of library archival supplies and preservation tools

• Oversee preservation of library resources

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree and four years' related experience required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of Library and research methodology

• Proficient in MS-Office Suite

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively via oral or written means; writing persuasive, and detailed grant proposals

• City College experience preferred

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Administers one or more aspects of Library operations and coordinates Library services.

• Assists faculty, students, and librarians in order to evaluate needs and locate appropriate materials on a timely basis

• Participates in acquiring materials in all formats and media

• Reviews Library usage patterns and makes recommendations regarding services; plans and conducts training and outreach activities

• Assists in developing and monitoring Library policies and user service standards

• May oversee a Library unit such as Circulation, Access/User Services, Reserve, Stack Maintenance, and/or Acquisitions

• Supervises and/or trains staff, students, and others assigned to the Library

• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary $86,645.

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.

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CLOSING DATE

May 23, 2024.

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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

28406

Location

City College of New York