Managing Librarian, Touro University, (New York, NY)

Posted July 31, 2023

Overview

Touro University’s Lander College for Women is hiring a Managing Librarian. This role will manage the library staff as well as the library collection, delivery of its services and programs, and daily maintenance of operations. The Managing Librarian will have the opportunity to connect and work collaboratively with the students, faculty, and staff of Lander College for Women.

Responsibilities

Manage the library collection including selection, organization, preservation, and retention of college-level materials in a variety of field and formats.
Provide reference and bibliographic services including instruction and assistance in the use of library resources and services direction in locating information and utilizing resources and services available on and off campus.
Development of bibliographies and other reference aids, and the performance of online searches when appropriate.
Participate in library orientation and out-reach programs including the presentation of workshops and seminars, the design of instructional materials, exhibits, and contribution to library publications.
Supervise the daily operations of the library including personnel facilities and collection, maintenance, materials receipt, reconciliation, record keeping, and tabulation.
Librarians must make every effort ensure the library atmosphere should be one of cooperation, civility, and collegiality.
Perform other duties as assigned and contribute to the overall efficiency of the library

Qualifications

Education/ Experience

MLIS (Master of Library and Information Science) and or a MLS (Master of Library Science) required.
Prior library experience preferred

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

Ability to solve complex problems and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook.
Demonstrated ability to develop positive and cooperative relationships with students, faculty, and colleagues.
Knowledge of bibliographic database searching.
Strong customer service and organizational skills.
Must be able to multi-task and prioritize work.
Familiarity with Sierra beneficial.
Knowledge of Hebrew desired.

Physical Demands

Move materials weighing up to 10lbs.

Maximum Salary

USD $61,000.00/Yr.

How to Apply

For more information and to apply, please go to the following: https://tcnycareers-touro.icims.com/jobs/9871/managing-librarian/job?mobile=false&width=1216&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240