Library Specialist (HEa) - Music Library

City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 73,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

City College of New York's Music Library seeks a Library Specialist to support day-to-day operations, manage circulation and technical services, and coordinate special projects and events. The role emphasizes training staff and supervising student workers within a dynamic music research environment.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with related experience; MLS or a related master's may substitute part of the requirement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and four years' related experience required; MLS degree or Master's in a related field may be substituted for a portion of the experience requirement.
• Experience training and supervising student employees.
• Proficient with music notation software.
• Proficient with music digital audio workstation software.
• Proficient with ALMA library services platform.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Chief of the Music Library in managing day-to-day aspects of public services and technical operations within the campus music library.
• Oversees circulation and reserves services at the music library; coordinates with other campus units to fulfill patron requests.
• Coordinates technical service projects in the music library including stacks maintenance, weeding and shifting projects.
• Coordinates special projects in the music library in collaboration with other campus units; including renovations of staff and public-facing spaces.
• Coordinates special event planning and promotion in collaboration other campus offices.
• Hire, schedule, supervise and train part-time staff and work-study students. Ensure adequate coverage of service desk during operating hours.
• Assists in developing and monitoring library procedures and user service standards in line with unit, division and university-wide policies.
• Provide technical assistance to patrons using music library technology; including audiovisual playback devices, computers and music production software.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Music notation software

Music production software

Staff supervision

Public services operations

Training student employees

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MLS or Master's substituted for experience

Bachelor’s degree in Music

Tools

ALMA library services platform

Job description

Library Specialist (HEa) - Music Library

The Music Library seeks a full-time staff member to support day-to-day operations of the campus music library. Reporting to the Chief of the Music Library, the Music Library Assistant helps ensure the provision of high-quality service to all patrons who engage with music library materials, spaces, technology and events. The position requires specialized knowledge and skills related to maintaining and operating equipment and technology used for music research and creative work.

Essential Duties Include:

• Assists the Chief of the Music Library in managing day-to-day aspects of public services and technical operations within the campus music library.
• Oversees circulation and reserves services at the music library; coordinates with other campus units to fulfill patron requests.
• Coordinates technical service projects in the music library including stacks maintenance, weeding and shifting projects.
• Coordinates special projects in the music library in collaboration with other campus units; including renovations of staff and public-facing spaces.
• Coordinates special event planning and promotion in collaboration other campus offices.
• Hire, schedule, supervise and train part-time staff and work-study students. Ensure adequate coverage of service desk during operating hours.
• Assists in developing and monitoring library procedures and user service standards in line with unit, division and university-wide policies.
• Provide technical assistance to patrons using music library technology; including audiovisual playback devices, computers and music production software.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and four years' related experience required; MLS degree or Master's in a related field may be substituted for a portion of the experience requirement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Music or related field
• At least three years of experience assisting students in an academic music library or similar setting. A graduate degree in Music or Library Science can substitute for two years of experience.
• Experience training and supervising student employees
• Proficient with music notation software
• Proficient with music digital audio workstation software
• Proficient with ALMA library services platform

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

• 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 Range: $73,294 - $85,556. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

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.

CLOSING DATE

January 4, 2027

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

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:

33045

Location:

City College of New York

Job Type:

Full-Time