Librarian II, Picture Collection

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Overview

For more than 125 years, The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of books, information, ideas, and education. With collections numbering more than 56 million items and serving more than 16 million patrons in person each year and millions more online, NYPL’s reach is both local and global. Our mission is to inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge, and strengthen our communities.

At our world-class research centers–including the Humanities and Social Sciences Research Library at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, the Library for the Performing Arts, and the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture–expert staff facilitate the work of our diverse communities, offering inspiring reading rooms, programs, exhibitions, fellowships, and a dynamic range of research services. Their work is supported by dedicated staff on the Collections and Research Services teams. We are proud to be the most public and widely used research library in the world.

The Miriam & Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints, and Photographs is composed of five collections that represent one of the most significant art and art historical research collections in the country. The Picture Collection provides an encyclopedic array of pictures organized into subjects to support artistic, cultural, historical, and comparative research. New York’s diverse community of artists, designers, students, scholars, film producers, and historians has relied on the Collection for visual research for over 100 years.

The Librarian II plays a key role within the Picture Collection by providing excellent public service in the form of reference work, instruction, outreach, writing, and works with colleagues across the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building to ensure an optimal experience for all visitors to the Library. The Librarian II is collaborative, service-oriented, and committed to equitable access to collections for all researchers.

Responsibilities

Provides excellent research and reference assistance to scholarly and general users, in the reading room and remotely

Develops and teaches classes for the public, educational, and cultural institutions, and participates in the Library’s outreach and instruction strategy

Performs collection development tasks within the Picture Collection, including the selection and description of visual materials according to national and local subject heading standards

Assists in the implementation of social media initiatives in collaboration with the Social Media team, Wallach Division team, and guest curators

Regularly creates and updates online content, including research guides, and assorted educational materials

Maintains a personal program of continuous education and professional development

Participate in NYPL-wide initiatives through participation on committees, task forces, research library meetings, and other relevant groups

Contributes to accurate and timely reporting of statistics, providing insights that inform service enhancements, resource allocation, and strategic decision-making

Perform other related duties as required

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education & Certifications

ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies

Required Experience

Demonstrated engagement with visual studies through academic background, training, interest, or expertise

Experience providing welcoming and expert public service, reference or customer service in a research library or similar setting

Experience teaching and participating in community outreach initiatives

Required Skills

Successfully demonstrates excellent interpersonal, public service, and hospitality-driven skills, acting as a welcoming ambassador to provide seamless research support to a diverse user community

Demonstrated initiative, attention to detail, judgment, and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Familiarity with using a wide range of resources in reference work

Ability to multitask and work in a dynamic environment

Have the capacity to assess the accuracy, completeness, and quality of information resources

Demonstrated competency to support artistic, cultural, historical, and comparative research with a diverse collection of visual materials

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

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Core Values

All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:

Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues

Be Resourceful in solving problems

Be Curious in all aspects of your work

Be Welcoming and Inclusive

Work Environment

Research Library

Physical Duties

Light lifting up to 15 lbs required

Sitting and standing for periods of time

Daily use of a computer

Pre-Placement Physical Required?

No

Union/Non Union

Local 1930

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Schedule

Onsite, 35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular building hours, some Saturday and evening hours required:

Monday 10 AM–6 PM

Tuesday 10 AM–8PM

Wednesday 10 AM–8PM

Thursday 10 AM–6PM

Friday 10 AM–6PM

Saturday 10 AM–6PM

Contact: aristidelavey@bookops.org

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The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), part of the State University of New York and an internationally renowned college of art, design, business and technology with a strong emphasis on liberal arts, invites nominations and applications for a Cataloging and Metadata Librarian.

Job Description:

The Cataloging & Metadata Librarian performs original and complex cataloging and metadata description in all formats to enhance the discovery of our collections, with a special emphasis on our unique print collections. The position works collaboratively with other library faculty and staff in the creation, organization, and maintenance of metadata, and provides guidance and training on best practices. Reports to the Head of Acquisitions & Metadata Services and collaborates with the Library's Special Collections and FIT Archive unit.

Essential Functions:

Cataloging Collections Oversight

• Provide oversight on cataloging practices; perform and advise on best practices for all types of cataloging.
• Perform original and complex copy cataloging for monographs, serials, and Special Collections and College Archives (SPARC) materials (e.g. fashion illustration collections, scrapbooks, college archives).
• Provide oversight and documentation of archival cataloging and processing projects to ensure effective metadata creation, authority control and system integration across diverse collections.
• Maintain currency with emerging current national and international standards for cataloging, archival description and metadata.
• Develop and implement reporting strategies within the library services platform and other management systems; produce reports in response to specific requests.
• Manage and delegate gift book donations, overseeing initial donor correspondence, vetting and acceptance workflows, and final cataloging into the collection.

Cataloging Managerial Oversight

• Conduct training and provide oversight; guidance to library, perform copy cataloging or metadata activities.
• Develop, implement, and maintain workflows, procedures, and documentation for cataloging/metadata management.

Institutional Flexibility & Special Assignments

• Cross-Library Work: In addition to regular library service desk assignments, service at any library service desk for coverage is required as needed. This position may work in various capacities outside of the home unit to accomplish library-wide initiatives.

Liaison, Outreach, and Collection Cultivation

• Serve as the primary contact for assigned academic departments, providing guidance on specialized resources.
• Select materials and evaluate resources (databases, periodicals, research materials) in assigned subject areas.
• Actively participate in marketing library services and creating connections with classroom faculty and student organizations.
• Lead relevant library teams, task forces, and ad hoc groups as needed to achieve unit or library-wide goals.
• Drive the planning, implementation, and execution of specialized projects, ensuring alignment with the library's strategic priorities.
• Participate in mentoring programs for new librarians and colleagues across the library, sharing subject matter expertise.

Faculty Responsibilities and Professional Development

• Participate in library-wide meetings, governance, and campus-wide committees to support the College Strategic Plan.
• Maintain active membership in professional organizations and stay current with trends in pedagogy, technology, and library services.

Special Assignments

• Duties vary depending on time-sensitive initiatives. These may include activities such as new outreach campaigns to academic departments, development of peer training, data migration, web content development, information architecture, grant proposals, and others as needed.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.

For full description of role, salary, and benefits: https://fitnyc.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=204441

Contact: Leslie Preston, Head of Acquisitions and Metadata Services, FIT library

BookOps is the shared library services collaboration of New York Public Library (NYPL) and Brooklyn Public Library (BPL). BookOps coordinates the selection, acquisition, cataloging, processing, and distribution of library materials for its member libraries.

The Senior Manager, Database Maintenance is responsible for quality control of bibliographic records in Brooklyn Public and New York Public Integrated Library Systems (ILS). The Senior Manager oversees a team that loads vendor records, performs catalog clean-ups, and ensures healthy bibliographic and authority control across both library systems.

The application deadline is September 30, 2026.

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Contact: jenniferneal@nypl.org

Job Title: Instructor or Assistant Professor - Library

Job ID: 32723

Location: LaGuardia Community College

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

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FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.

Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020). Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

The LaGuardia Community College Library is seeking applicants from diverse backgrounds with a strong public service orientation for the position of Instruction Librarian. This is a full-time, on-campus, tenure-track position in the Instruction Unit, reporting to the Chairperson. The library’s approach to teaching is rooted in learner-centered pedagogy and critical inquiry, guided by LaGuardia’s core competencies and the ACRL Information Literacy Framework. Our focus is on teaching transferable information literacy concepts and cultivating inclusive learning environments.

Specifically, the Instruction Librarian will perform the following duties:

Teach one-shots, course-related information literacy classes, and drop-in workshops;

Provide reference services (in-person, chat, email, and consultations);

Collaborate with the Coordinator of Library Instruction to schedule and assess classes;

Develop teaching materials in multiple modalities;

Support scholarly communication efforts within and outside of the Department;

Produce scholarly research and participate in academic service via committees and working groups;

Serve as the liaison librarian to, and provide collection development for academic programs;

Teach library credit course, as needed;

Other duties as assigned by the Chairperson

QUALIFICATIONS

For the rank of Instructor, a master’s in library science (MLS), master’s in library information studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited institution. The candidate will be expected to complete a second graduate degree within 5 years. For a degree at CUNY, tuition benefits are available. Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.

For the rank of Assistant Professor, a 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 is required. Also required is the ability to work with others for the good of the institution.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

At least one year of relevant experience, which may consist of academic library experience and/or experience in other teaching or research positions;

Familiarity with lesson-building tools and course management systems such as Brightspace;

Professional and pedagogical commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion;

Expertise with digital humanities, ethical use of AI tools, data literacy, or scholarly communication;

Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work with people at all levels in a collegial, collaborative environment;

COMPENSATION

For Instructor: $54,454 - $79,298

For Assistant Professor: $59,256 - $85,556

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 https://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.

Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.

CLOSING DATE

October 2nd, 2026

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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.

The Stephen B. Luce Library at SUNY Maritime College seeks a forward-thinking and collaborative Technical Services Librarian to join a highly engaged team. The successful candidate will provide leadership for cataloging, metadata management, collection development and technical services operations. The collections include the Stephen B. Luce Library, the Ship's Library, and the Maritime Heritage collection. This position will work closely with the Discovery & Electronic Resources Librarian and Acquisitions & Resource Sharing Specialist.

Contact: jkehoe@sunymaritime.edu

Position Title: Librarian for Ancient Mediterranean and Hellenic Special Collections

Department: Library-Special and Distinctive Collections

Unit: Special Collections

Requisition Number: 191821

Public Application Link: Librarian for Ancient Mediterranean and Hellenic Special Collections

URL (if above link does not work): https://apply.interfolio.com/191821

Salary Range or Pay Grade: $85,000 - $100,000

Position Summary/Description

Princeton University Library (PUL) seeks a knowledgeable, collaborative, and classroom-oriented librarian for this new position, which oversees the library’s Special Collections for the study of ancient Greece and Rome, Byzantium, and early modern Hellenic history and culture, as well as PUL’s collection of 120,000+ international numismatic objects. The librarian will be integral to instruction, research, and digital initiatives related to these materials and will work closely with the university’s Classics, Art and Archaeology, and History departments, the Princeton University Museum of Art, and the Stanley Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies, which supports Special Collections (SC) acquisitions related to Ancient and early modern Greece.

The librarian will work closely with colleagues to steward, interpret, and provide access to PUL’s outstanding collections in these areas for undergraduate and graduate courses (overall, SC hosts 400 classes each academic year), as well as the international research community. They will facilitate discovery and use of the numismatic collection; engage diverse audiences through exhibitions, scholarship, and collection description; lead digital projects, which may utilize advanced imaging technology; and collaborate with colleagues and community partners to advance equitable collection practices. Numismatics work represents 50% of FTE; a core project will be to devise and implement a description strategy for the numismatics holdings within the first 3 years.

This new, full-time position joins a highly collaborative curatorial team of six librarians in other fields and reports to the Assistant University Librarian for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts. The initial appointment will be for three years with the possibility of reappointment.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborates with Princeton faculty and PUL specialists on instruction
• Collaborates on curatorial acquisitions supporting the PUL's educational and research mission
• Promotes donor relations and manages gifts
• Works with SC Public Services to provide on-site and remote reference
• Contributes to outreach activities, blogs, library publicity, and public events
• Develops and prepares content as part of an exhibitions team
• Partners with SC Technical Services on accessioning, cataloging, archival processing and description; attends to issues of ethical custodianship
• Collaborates with Preservation and safekeeping of SC materials
• Represents SC across campus, in professional organizations and on multi-institutional projects
• Conducts collection-based research for conferences and publications

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in humanities or social sciences field engaged with primary sources, such as History, Area/Cultural Studies, Classics, or Art & Archaeology
• Minimum three years of relevant work experience with special collections
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated service orientation, initiative, flexibility, engagement in the wider academic community, and willingness to learn new curatorial approaches
• Ability to thrive in an expansive, changing, collaborative environment

Preferred Qualifications

• MLIS or equivalent degree
• Familiarity with numismatics descriptive practices
• Five years of professional experience working with special collections
• Experience with original materials from the times and regions covered
• Experience making or advising relevant acquisitions
• Experience building relationships with stakeholders, including marginalized communities
• Working knowledge of multiple languages relevant to the collections, e.g., Ancient or Byzantine Greek, Latin, or Arabic
• Work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University

The successful candidate will be appointed to an appropriate Librarian rank depending upon qualifications and experience. This position is subject to the University's background check policy. This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship that requires consular processing.

Application Instructions

• Applications must include a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references with full contact information.
• Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Contact: ddreyer@princeton.edu

Science Reference & Instruction Librarian Adjunct at Hunter College

We are seeking a librarian adjunct to join our team of science librarians, part-time, in providing excellent information literacy and research skill development for the students at Hunter College.
Reporting to John Pell, associate professor-librarian in the Hunter College science librarian cluster, the science reference & instruction librarian will work independently and as part of a team to develop and deliver instruction and research support.
Join us in helping students from all backgrounds to thrive in their chosen career paths and to develop as leaders an innovators in their communities and in the world.

Responsibilities

• Provide course related library instruction and research consultations for chemistry, human biology, physics, and astronomy students
• Provide general reference service at reference desks and online chat
• Create lesson plans for course-related instruction sessions
• Create online content supporting course-related instruction sessions
• Contribute to meetings and group work with other science related librarians at Hunter College

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate degree in Library and Information Science from ALA-accredited program
• Availability to work on Hunter college 68th street and Silberman campuses during daytime hours and occasional Monday and Thursday evenings.

Preferred

• Undergraduate specialization in science or graduate study in library resources and services for sciences.

Compensation

Up to 20 hours per week at CUNY Non-teaching Adjunct (NTA) hourly rate ($53.76-$65.98/hour), commensurate with education and experience. Please see information on the NTA salary schedule here: https://psc-cuny.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/NTA-I-II-Schedule_updated_11-2025.pdf
Contact
Applicants should send a CV (including availability), cover letter, names and contact information of three professional references to:
John Pell and Jennifer Newman
oer@hunter.cuny.edu

Note: this position indirectly supports Hunter’s Open Education Resource (OER) program by providing work release from reference and instruction duties for librarians serving on the OER team.

Review of applicants will begin August 10 and continue until positions are filled.

OER Librarian Adjunct at Hunter College

Hunter College libraries is seeking an adjunct librarian to join a newly forming OER liaison team at Hunter College starting in August, 2026.

Reporting to Jennifer Newman, Humanities Librarian on the OER team, the Open Education Adjunct will work with faculty in transitioning to open and zero-cost materials and incorporating open pedagogical practices in their teaching. The Open Education Adjunct will support library projects, instruction classes, consultation and reference services, and other related activities.

Our goal is to reduce added costs to students at Hunter College. Join us to support our mission to help students from all backgrounds engage in a rigorous educational experience that prepares them to become leaders and innovators in their communities and in the world.

Responsibilities

• Adapt, create, and update OER guides for faculty
• Collaborate with Hunter OER team librarians on OER programs
• Conduct surveys and focus groups with students, faculty, and staff
• Retrieve and analyze course textbook listings

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate degree in Library and Information Science from ALA-accredited program
• Availability to work on Hunter college 68th street and Silberman campuses during daytime hours

Preferred

• Demonstrated knowledge of OER tools, resources, and practices

Compensation

Up to 20 hours per week at CUNY Non-teaching Adjunct (NTA) hourly rate ($53.76-$65.98/hour), commensurate with education and experience. Please see information on the NTA salary schedule here: https://psc-cuny.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/NTA-I-II-Schedule_updated_11-2025.pdf

Contact

Applicants should send a CV (including availability), cover letter, names and contact information of three professional references to:

Jennifer Newman and John Pell

oer@hunter.cuny.edu

Review of applicants will begin August 17 and continue until the position is filled.

Health Sciences Librarian (Tenure Track)
Stony Brook University: Provost Office: Library
Location: Stony Brook University Libraries
Open Date: Aug 03, 2026
Deadline: Sep 03, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

Responsibilities & Requirements:

Reporting to the Director of the Health Sciences Library, the Health Sciences Librarian will contribute to the University Libraries’ suite of services, including instruction, research support services, collection development, and other liaison and outreach responsibilities.

The position will work closely with the School of Health Professions to deliver research support and instruction, while also contributing to a team that supports the five health sciences schools, clinical departments, and medical research centers. Responsibilities may evolve based on institutional priorities and needs.

Responsibilities Include:

• Work closely with faculty to establish library programs, services, and activities that meet instructional, research, and clinical needs of the assigned department/school as well as other clinical areas.
• Design and teach curriculum-integrated instruction sessions in a variety of formats to meet the needs of diverse user groups. This may include the creation of asynchronous learning tools/objects.
• Collaborate with fellow team members to develop and offer innovative research services, including systematic reviews.
• Understand and respond to the information needs of faculty and researchers based on current and emerging trends in scientific practice.
• Support faculty, researchers and students engaged in data-intensive research, including assistance with data discovery, management, and the use of relevant tools and methodologies, working collaboratively with the libraries data team.
• Support emerging uses of AI in research and teaching by providing guidance on tools, evaluation of outputs, and responsible use, working collaboratively with data and technology teams.
• Develop and host workshops and programs on various topics appealing to a wide range of library constituents.
• Collaborate on collection development/management and evaluate new resources and information platforms.
• Engage in research, scholarship, teaching, and service requirements for promotion and tenure.
• Represent the library locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally.

About the Libraries:

The University Libraries are an essential partner in Stony Brook University’s mission of global leadership in research, discovery, and learning, positioning ourselves as the hub of collaboration, digital innovation, open scholarship, and creativity. We provide the best possible access to a wide range of resources in multiple formats and world-renowned special collections and actively contribute to student success and faculty productivity through teaching and research services in alignment with the University’s strategic priorities. Our strategic vision is to embrace innovation and AI as key components in achieving our goals. As the largest academic research library on Long Island, the Libraries serve as a vital resource for regional and global communities.The Libraries’ strategic plan can be found here:
https://guides.library.stonybrook.edu/c.php?g=1314005&p=10274908

The University Libraries play a key role in advancing the University’s commitment to furthering diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in our spaces, collections, services, and outreach. We have a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility values in our hiring, training, and daily work practices where differences are acknowledged, respected, and celebrated. We welcome candidates who genuinely embrace the empathy, courage, self-reflection, and intentionality of a diverse and inclusive workplace to apply.
Special Notes:
This is an FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously. Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible. **Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, to guarantee consideration, please apply before 8/28/2026.
Salary: $80,500 plus $4,000 location pay
For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

Stony Brook University is 100% tobacco-free as of January 1, 2016. See our policy and learn more at stonybrook.edu/tobaccofree.

The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Relevant Master’s or advanced degree (foreign equivalent or higher) with a combination of education and experience commensurate with the requirements of this position.
• At least one year of experience working in a health sciences or academic library environment or providing information services to clinicians.
• Demonstrated proficiency with emerging learning and research technologies, as well as information retrieval.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing and delivering instruction.
• Additional degree(s) in a field relevant to health sciences, including STEM and education.
• Record of professional activities, including scholarly activities, presentations, or engagement in professional organizations to achieve tenure requirements.
• Experience conducting systematic reviews or other evidence synthesis projects.
• Experience with collection development and evaluation of information resources.
• Demonstrated interest in leveraging emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI).

It's rare for anyone to fulfill every criterion perfectly; we strongly encourage you to apply if your experience and skills align well with the qualifications mentioned.

Application Instructions

Application Instructions:

All application materials must be submitted online.

• Application letter explaining your qualifications, relevant experience, and commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• Curriculum vitae.
• 3 references (contact information only). References will only be contacted for the finalist.

For questions regarding this position, please contact search committee chair, kimberly.kennedy@stonybrook.edu

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and creating an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please get in touch with the Office of Equity and Access at (631)632-6280.
Stony Brook University is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace and educational environment that is safe, accessible, and free of all forms of discrimination, sexual misconduct, or research misconduct, among other infractions. In support of this commitment, certain candidates for employment will be required to disclose such employment-related misconduct findings and pending investigations or proceedings, and final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions will authorize their current and previous employer(s) from the last seven (7) years to disclose such information to the University. Employment is contingent on your full and complete disclosure on these matters. In the event that you fail to disclose any such matter or in the event of an unsatisfactory outcome of the disclosure and review process, an offer of employment may be revoked at SBU's sole discretion. If SBU becomes aware of a failure to disclose or misrepresentation of any such matter after your employment commences, you may be subject to discipline, up to and including termination.

Contact: pamela.dipasquale@stonybrook.edu

Position Summary

Princeton University Library (PUL) seeks an accomplished, visionary, and collaborative leader to serve as the John T. Maltsberger III ’55 Associate University Librarian for Special Collections (AUL SC). This highly visible role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of one of the world’s premier special collections programs.

Reporting directly to the Dean of Libraries and serving on the Library Strategy Council, the AUL SC provides strategic and operational leadership for Princeton’s Special and Distinctive Collections, including exhibitions and public programming. The successful candidate will combine scholarly distinction with strong administrative acumen and a demonstrated ability to lead organizational change.

PUL is one of the world’s leading research libraries, with over 300 staff and several specialized branches, supporting a diverse community of 5,500 undergraduates, 3,100 graduate students, 1,200 faculty members, and many visiting scholars. Further information: http://library.princeton.edu

Primary Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Collections Oversight
• • Define and implement a compelling vision and strategy for Princeton’s special and distinctive collections.
  • Oversee collection development, stewardship, access, and instruction for rare and unique materials in both physical and digital formats.
  • Lead approximately 60 staff across four major units
• Library-Wide Leadership
• • Serve as a key member of the Library Strategy Council.
  • Lead strategic portfolios for Special & Distinctive Collections and Exhibitions & Public Programming.
  • Sponsor and guide cross-divisional initiatives aligned with library priorities.
• Exhibitions & Public Engagement
• • Provide end-to-end leadership of the Library’s exhibitions program, including strategy, curation, scheduling, and budget.
  • Deliver a dynamic, high-impact public programming portfolio that connects collections to teaching, research, and contemporary discourse.
  • Expand the reach of collections through digital platforms and partnerships.
• Collaboration & External Relations
• • Build strong partnerships with faculty to support research and teaching.
  • Engage with campus partners, including research centers, the Princeton University Art Museum, and digital humanities initiatives.
  • Represent Princeton nationally and internationally within the special collections community.
• Operational Excellence & Change Leadership
• • Lead workflow modernization efforts to improve efficiency, access, and integration across the Library.
  • Advance digitization, metadata, and preservation practices in partnership with IT and digital scholarship teams.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate in library science or a relevant field. • Minimum of 10 years of senior leadership experience in a research library, cultural institution, or similar organization.
• Strong record of scholarly achievement, including publications and presentations.
• Demonstrated success leading complex organizational and workflow change.
• Deep knowledge of special collections practices, including acquisitions, preservation, access, and digital initiatives.
• Experience leading institutional decision-making related to cultural heritage stewardship and provenance research.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, staff, and large-scale programs.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and broad access to collections.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to navigate complex organizations and lead through ambiguity.
• Reading knowledge of relevant research languages.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MLS from an ALA-accredited program.
• Experience with born-digital archives and digital special collections.
• Knowledge of preservation standards for analog and digital materials.
• Active engagement in professional organizations (e.g., ARL, RBMS).
• Experience with capital projects or major space planning for special collections facilities.

The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University.

The successful candidate will be appointed to an appropriate Librarian rank depending upon qualifications and experience. Applications will be accepted only through Interfolio on the office of the Dean of the Faculty website: Public Positions - Apply - Interfolio and must include a
resume, cover letter, and a list of three references with full contact information. This position is subject to the University's background check policy. This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship that requires consular processing.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pay Transparency Disclosure

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Contact: ddreyer@princeton.edu