Technology Services Librarian & Archivist
Bronx Community College
New York City

Supports the college library with effective teaming in the Technology Services
area to continuously improve library technological infrastructure and services
ensuring efficient and effective access to digital resources. Is also
responsible for the management and administration of the Bronx Community
College Library's Archives and Special Collections. Provides in-depth
consultation with students and faculty and collaboration for the ongoing
improvement of instructional programs and practices. Pursues an active
scholarly agenda, performs supervisory duties as needed, and participates in
college-and university-wide programs and committees as assigned.

  
Reporting to the Chief Librarian, the Technology Services Librarian and
Archivist joins a team of the Library's Technology Services staff and also
colleagues from Library's Learning Services area in providing students and
faculty with exemplary support for efficient access to information resources
and services. Position involves direct contact with library users by providing
traditional and virtual reference and research assistance outreach to faculty
engaged in developing Information Literacy knowledge and skills of students,
collaboration with librarians to engage college community in effective use of
library services and resources, assessment of needs and promotion of awareness
of new information products and services. In consultation with the Chief
Librarian, establishes unit policies and procedures and leads planning
regarding accessioning, retention, preservation, and use of the resources of
the Bronx Community College Library's Archives and Special
Collections.

  
Librarians within the City University of New York take active faculty roles,
serving on committees and engaging in scholarly research and publication.
Perform other duties as assigned. Continuous updating of knowledge and skills
is required. All appointments are subject to financial availability. The
position is set to begin September 27, 2014.

  
QUALIFICATIONS

  
Master's in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies
(MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution, with
a second graduate degree required. Also required is the ability to work with
others for the good of the institution.

  
Preferred qualifications:

- Computer Science or Information Systems degree status, minimum BS  
- Experience with academic library information and web systems  
- Archival degree status or certification  
- Experience in academic, research, and special or archives collections  
- Ability to direct and lead the processing of manuscripts, artifact, photo, and material culture collections with adherence to the Society of American Archivists standards  
- Experience in developing and implementing plans for maintaining and preserving the Library's collections with the College's Conservator/Preservation Officer  
- Ability to lead the digitization efforts and evaluate the web presence of the Archives unit  
- Experience in promoting the use and understanding of the special collections and archives to researchers, students, alumni, University personnel, and the general public  
- Knowledge of trends and issues in contemporary reference services and user education  
- Familiarity with the evolving concepts of Information Literacy  
- Proficiency in use of pedagogical and information technology tools  
- Excellent interpersonal skills and written and verbal communication skills  
- Experience developing collaborative working relationships  
- Commitment to innovative and effective user-centered services  
- Experience working on department/library/college committees  
- The successful candidate will show evidence of teamwork, creativity, initiative, and flexibility  
  
COMPENSATION

  
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.

  
$42,873 - $74,133; commensurate with qualifications and experience.

  
HOW TO APPLY

  
Applicants must apply online by accessing the CUNY website at www.cuny.edu and
navigating to the following links: "Employment", "Search for job listings",
Job ID # 10137. Please attach resume, cover letter, and the
names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.
Please upload all documents as one file. Please do not include any other
documentation.

  
CLOSING DATE

  
3/29/2014

  
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

  
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty

  
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

  
We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively
encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to
apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and
continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.



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