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Job Description Queens Public Library has been named one of the best midsize employers in the United States by Forbes Magazine in its 2025 rankings. Queens Public Library is a national and international leader in the delivery of public library service. Our mission is to transform lives by cultivating personal and intellectual growth and by building strong communities. Queens Public Library welcomes innovators and leaders to contribute to a long history and dynamic future of serving the most diverse county in the United States. Queens Public Library is a private, non-profit corporation with 1,400 employees serving 66 locations. Reporting to the Chief Librarian/Senior Vice President, the Vice President of Programs and Services is responsible for conceptualizing, developing, implementing, managing leading and contemporizing library programs and special services system-wide in accordance with the Queens Public Library’s mission and vision. Responsible for the development and management of a broad array of programming targeting all age groups, with a particular focus on ensuring inclusive and specialized activities for individuals with special needs. Serve as a dynamic and inspirational leader able to articulate QPL’s compelling vision among internal and external audiences. Additional areas of focus include: community health, services for immigrants; career and business development; digital inclusion services; a wide spectrum of ESOL programming; and GED/HSE preparation classes. Responsible for the direct and indirect supervision of over 100 staff and an approximately $6 million dollar budget, motivates staff that delivers the programs and services necessary to fulfill QPL’s mission. In collaboration with QPL’s Office of Organizational Assessment, analyzes community and demographic data to understand customer needs. Serves as the Library’s representative with external, government and civic agencies and community-based organizations to advance meaningful partnerships that are key to meeting the needs of Library customers and Queens communities. Performs other duties as assigned. Operational Leadership and Administration • Conceptualizes, develops, implements, leads and improves library programs system-wide, including internal and external stakeholder development and coordination, to meet organizational strategic goals and provide innovative and transformational support to the Library’s customers of all ages, backgrounds, and needs., • Establishes performance benchmarks to define the scope, strength and success of programs and services, and identify where modifications are needed., • Develops and monitors multi-million-dollar budgets from various funding sources and allocates funding in the most fiscally responsible manner to ensure maximum return on investment and to achieve quality customer service., • Utilizes internal and external data to help steer the direction of library programs and services as well as track their success, short and long-term impact and reallocates funding as needed., • Develops strong and consistent mechanisms for communication within all parts of the department to ensure that various divisions are knowledgeable about all PSD programming and fostering an environment welcoming programming ideation across the department., • Based on programmatic needs and priorities, partners with the Queens Public Library Foundation to support the delivery and expansion of programs and services to ensure that requirements of the grant have been met, as well as support the securing of future grants., • Ensures that there are strong and consistent mechanisms for communication among all parts of the department building awareness of all of the programming and create an environment that welcomes programming ideas across the divisions. Partnership Development and Management • Develops, builds and nurtures partnerships with government and civic agencies and community-based organizations that effectively support achieving organizational goals for the delivery of innovative, customer-focused, educational programs and services that fosters lifelong learning and community growth and support. Administration of Day-to-Day Operations • Supervises and coordinates the management team and resources within the department and effectively coordinates all activities with other departments to ensure effective delivery of quality programs and services., • Establishes reasonable performance goals. Identifies professional development needs of staff and encourages and supports innovation, accountability and collaboration. Staff Management and Professional Development • Recruits, trains, leads and inspires a team of motivated professionals whose skills and interests are fully aligned with their job functions., • Ensures all staff within the department receive timely performance reviews that are accurate and in accordance with the Library’s Performance Management procedures. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Museum Studies, Library Science or related field required., • Minimum of eight (8) years in a leadership position in program development required., • Demonstrated clear programmatic vision and strong leadership is required., • Experience using data-driven strategies to create and enhance programmatic goals and strategies is required., • Strong financial and grants management, interpretation, evaluation, and application skills are required., • Demonstrated advanced written and oral communication skills required., • Proficient in MS Office Suite including Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, etc., • Commitment to serving the Library’s diverse communities a must. Deep knowledge of the cultural landscape in Queens is highly desirable., • Must have the ability to apply principles of leadership, analyze and interpret business information, formulate business strategies and plans, and solve problems at an advanced business level., • Demonstrated ability to manage staff performance and resolve interpersonal and operational conflicts required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Master’s Degree preferred., • Experience working in a large or multi-site complex organization preferred. The schedule for this position will include occasional evenings and weekends. This position is eligible for hybrid/remote work, subject to approval of the Chief Librarian/Senior Vice President. TO APPLY: Please send your resume and cover letter to and reference “Vice President of Programs and Services - EXTERNAL” in the subject line. Resumes will only be accepted by email. This is a non-union position. The salary range for this position is $170,000-$180,000/year. The Queens Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Company DescriptionQueens Public Library is a national and international leader in the delivery of public library service. We transform lives by cultivating personal and intellectual growth and by building strong communities. Queens Public Library welcomes innovators and leaders to contribute to a long history and dynamic future of offering pioneering programs and services to the most diverse county in the United States. Queens Public Library is a private, non-profit corporation with 1,400 employees serving 66 locations. Queens Public Library has been named one of America’s Best Midsize Employers by Forbes Magazine!Queens Public Library is a national and international leader in the delivery of public library service. We transform lives by cultivating personal and intellectual growth and by building strong communities. Queens Public Library welcomes innovators and leaders to contribute to a long history and dynamic future of offering pioneering programs and services to the most diverse county in the United States. Queens Public Library is a private, non-profit corporation with 1,400 employees serving 66 locations.\n\nQueens Public Library has been named one of America’s Best Midsize Employers by Forbes Magazine!

Job Description JCFPL JOB TITLE: Librarian II (Cataloging Librarian) DEPARTMENT: Collections and Technical Services LOCATION: Priscilla Gardner Main Library REPORTS TO: Head of Collections and Technical Services CIVIL SERVICE JOB TITLE: Librarian II STARTING SALARY RANGE: $66,654 to $73,646 per year FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full-Time WORKWEEK: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (35 hours/week). May be required to work evenings and weekends as needed. APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 23, 2025 BENEFIT SUMMARY: This summary outlines the general benefits available to library employees, designed to support their health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits available to Full-Time Employees: Medical coverage 60 days from the first day of employment, Prescription coverage is the first of the month following 60 days of employment at no cost to the employee and additional cost per each dependent added. Dental coverage is provided at no cost 60 days after the first day of employment. Vision coverage is provided at no cost and reimbursed at $250.00 per year. Additional Full-Time benefits include Life & AD&D insurance, 403b, Participation in pension plan (dependent on age at the time of hire date). Part-Time Employee benefits include participation in pension plan and sick/vacation leave. A more detailed summary can be found on our Employment Opportunities page located at JCFPL is the largest municipal library in the State of New Jersey, with ten locations and growing, and a collection comprising over 2.5 million print and digital items. Our staff of nearly 120 dedicated individuals serves the residents, students, and workers of Jersey City: the largest city in Hudson County, N.J., and the second-largest city in New Jersey. The staff of JCFPL reflects the cultural and linguistic diversity of Jersey City, which is consistently ranked as the most diverse community in the United States. Collectively, our staff speaks over 16 languages, including English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Tagalog, Gujarati, Marathi, Igbo, Portuguese, and others. JCFPL is committed to building on our strong foundation and expanding our ability to meet the needs of Jersey City’s growing and increasingly diverse community. About the Position: The Cataloging Librarian is responsible for efficiently and accurately cataloging and classifying print and electronic resources to ensure their effective discovery and access by library patrons. This role involves managing metadata, maintaining the library's catalog, and collaborating with other library staff to enhance the overall user experience. The position is responsible for supervising the library’s technical services staff and reports to the Head of the Collections and Technical Services Division. Job Duties: • Cataloging and Classification:, • Create bibliographic records for print and electronic materials using standardized cataloging rules such as MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) format., • Assign appropriate subject headings, classification numbers, and keywords to facilitate accurate resource discovery., • Utilize online databases, cataloging software, and integrated library systems (ILS) to input and manage bibliographic data., • Metadata Management:, • Enhance and maintain accurate metadata for all resources, including title, author, publisher, publication date, and edition details., • Update and revise existing records to reflect changes, corrections, and additions to the collection., • Ensure consistency and quality of metadata to improve search and retrieval processes., • Electronic Resources Management:, • Catalog and maintain electronic resources such as e-books, online databases, digital magazines, and audiovisual materials., • -Ensure seamless integration of electronic resources into the library's catalog and website., • Authority Control:, • Implement authority control procedures to ensure standardized and consistent terminology, author names, and subject headings in the catalog., • Collaborate with other library staff to resolve discrepancies and enhance the overall quality of bibliographic data., • Collaboration and Training:, • Work closely with acquisition and reference librarians to ensure accurate and timely cataloging of newly acquired materials., • Train library staff on cataloging procedures, metadata standards, and best practices., • Assist patrons and staff in locating materials through effective search strategies and troubleshooting., • Collection Management:, • Collaborate with collection development teams to ensure appropriate selection and acquisition of resources aligned with community needs., • Assist in weeding and deaccessioning outdated or damaged materials from the collection., • ** Process materials, • -Supervise technical services staff to ensure items are shelf-ready in a timely manner, • Professional Development:, • Stay current with emerging trends and best practices in cataloging, classification, and metadata standards., • Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program., • Strong understanding of cataloging principles, metadata standards, and classification systems (e.g., Dewey Decimal, Library of Congress)., • Proficiency in using cataloging tools, integrated library systems (ILS), and MARC record editing software., • Familiarity with electronic resource management and emerging trends in digital library services., • Attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to work independently., • Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues., • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously., • -Fluency in a language other than English, especially one or more of those spoken by a substantial portion of Jersey City’s population, including Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Gujarati, or Tagalog., • -Supervisory experience. This vacancy is associated with a New Jersey Civil Service job title. The New Jersey Civil Service Commission requires all incumbents to possess and be prepared to verify the minimum experience and skills required for the associated Civil Service job title. This position is subject to residency requirements as set forth in the New Jersey First Act and not available for work visa sponsorship. Powered by JazzHR gjbwAGEDJw

Job DescriptionDescriptionOverview The mission of the New York Public Library is to inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge, and strengthen our communities. To deliver on this promise, the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library/SNFL is seeking a bright, dynamic, and enthusiastic Supervising Librarian to provide leadership and direction to a team of public service professionals. SNFL is the largest circulating library in the NYPL system. This library is a vital hub for library patrons in and around the City of New York. It serves as a bridge between our neighborhood libraries and in-depth research library collections. This role requires an individual passionate about fostering a team environment that embraces change and delivers excellent customer service. They must work collaboratively within the SNFL programming and outreach team, internal library departments, and our external partners. Candidates who possess practical leadership skills and experience, as well as the ability to identify current and emerging administrative and programmatic operations of public libraries in an urban setting, are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities • Help to oversee and facilitate programmatic and outreach activities at the library, • Oversee the day-to-day operations in the branch, including reference and reader services. In the absence of managers, assume overall responsibility for the building's operations, • Work closely with the Director, Assistant Director, Managing Librarians, and other SNFL Library unit heads to provide strategic leadership, direction, planning and decision making to the SNFL team on all aspects of library services, programs and outreach:, • public service, the user experience, collection development & marketing and materials processing;, • policy implementation, library facility condition, and supervision, training, and performance evaluation of staff, • Collaborate with unit heads to support and deliver a full range of public programs and outreach services to meet the needs of a diverse community. This includes incorporating skills for digital and analog content creation., • Utilize internal and external metrics to report on key issues to the SNFL Leadership team and key stakeholders to foster data-driven decision-making, • Partner and strategize with other NYPL departments (administrative, support, and programmatic) to develop and launch new service initiatives and resolve staff & operational issues, • Participate in library and institution-wide committees or task forces as needed, and represent the library at community external partnership meetings, • ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies, • Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New YorkRequired Experience, • Demonstrated track record of successful implementation of public programs in a large urban public library., • Demonstrated track record of successfully working with diverse populations and groups, • Demonstrated track record of connecting with community organizations and partners to promote the library and its resources, • Experience integrating emerging technologies and social media to bolster the patron experience and collaboration in both, physical and virtual spaces Required Skills, • Outstanding interpersonal, oral, written and presentation skills, • Successfully demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, identify and assess problems and decisively implement appropriate solutions or recommendations, • Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects or tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines, • Strong analytical orientation with demonstrable experience using metrics to drive decision-making, • Strong proficiency in written and verbal Spanish. Other languages will be considered.Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities, • Reporting to the Managing Librarian, the Supervising Librarian will manage a small team of 2 to 6 professional staff., • Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues, • Be Resourceful in solving problems, • Be Curious in all aspects of your work, • Be Welcoming and InclusiveWork Environment, • Reporting to the Managing Librarian, the Supervising Librarian will manage a small team of 2 to 6 professional staff., • Along with Administration, help to support outreach and external partner relationshipsPhysical Duties, • Lifting up to 15 lbs., • Sitting and standing for periods of time, • Daily use of a computer Union/Non Union Local 1930 FLSA Status Non-Exempt Schedule • 35 hours per week, • To be scheduled during branch hours, • Evenings and weekends as required, • Schedule subject to changeThis job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed. The New York Public Library Salary Statement At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies. Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).

Job DescriptionJob Description: Marymount Manhattan College is seeking a dynamic and tech-savvy librarian to fill the role of Research and Instructional Technology Librarian. This position is responsible for providing comprehensive support services and research assistance to our diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in both in-person and online library initiatives, contributing to the enhancement of teaching and learning experiences through innovative practices and effective use of technology. Reporting to the Director of the Library, the Research and Instructional Technology Librarian will collaborate closely with faculty, students, and various college departments to promote online learning initiatives, information literacy, facilitate faculty development, and contribute to the overall educational mission. This is a full-time non-tenured staff position. Salary: $65,000-$70,000 Roles/Responsibilities: • Provide faculty with support with the design of online and blended courses, including the articulation of learning objectives, development of assessments and assignments, and planning of learning activities;, • In collaboration with the Center for Teaching Innovation and Excellence (C-TIE), IT, and the library, plan, implement, and assess online and in-person training modules in LMS, video conferencing and other instructional technologies for use in online and blended courses;, • Engage faculty to deliver workshops across the disciplines in instructional technology, providing instruction, and best practices for virtual learning, in one-on-one consultation or small groups;, • Design and facilitate professional development events and resources for instructors with a particular emphasis on skills and strategies for online and in-class teaching, both for the entire campus community and for particular departments;, • Provide consultations for faculty to facilitate enhancing and documenting student learning to incorporate High Impact Practices and diversity and inclusivity through course design and curricular programs;, • Provide library services including both in-person and remote reference and research services;, • Handle Inter Library Loan requests;, • Works predominately on campus;, • Work evening hours and weekends as needed. Experience, Knowledge, and Skills • Significant experience in online education at the post-secondary level, • Proficiency in use of Brightspace Learning Management System (or similar system), video conferencing and other technologies commonly used to support teaching and learning;, • Formal coursework or other training in instructional design;, • Familiarity with eLearning platforms, standards, and practices;, • Experience in planning, implementing, evaluating and assessing educational development programs;, • Experience working with and supporting third-party integrations (LTIs and various Web Services; SIS data and network authentication);, • Ability to work with faculty, staff, and students with varying levels of technology skillsets;, • Proficiency with HTML and CSS;, • Knowledge of SQL and data handling;, • Knowledge of reference/instructional services and trends in academic libraries to support undergraduates. Credentials Required • Master’s degree in Library Sciences from an ALA-accredited institution;, • 3-5 years of experience in educational/instructional technology support in a higher education setting; Marymount Manhattan College is an equal opportunity employer.