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Access Services Supervisor, Institute of Fine Arts
New York University - Institute of Fine Arts Library
Posted on
November 14, 2025
Application Deadline
November 21, 2025
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Full Time
Hybrid
$72000 – 88000 Yearly
New York, New York
Position Summary
Oversees time-sensitive service delivery and operations across the Institute of Fine Arts’ two specialized libraries, the Stephen Chan Library of Fine Arts and Conservation Center Library, with a myriad of staffing types and levels. Supports and collaborates with the Head of the Institute of Fine Arts Library and the Librarian for Research Services to ensure an exceptional user experience and efficient workflows. Provides supervisory guidance, manages physical collections, supports financial tracking, and assists in cross-functional initiatives that enhance access to library resources for a broad academic and research community.
Qualifications
Required Education:
Bachelor’s Degree
Preferred Education
Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS)
Required Experience
2 years relevant experience in academic or research library settings, including supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
Demonstrated ability to manage library operations and prioritize multiple ongoing responsibilities. Strong understanding of library systems and procedures, especially circulation, acquisitions, and collection maintenance. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written). Ability to independently execute complex tasks while maintaining service quality. Customer service orientation with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve user issues. Proven capacity to lead student staff and clerical employees effectively. Flexibility and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced academic environment. Requires lifting and moving objects such as book carts, boxes, and furniture. This role involves standing, bending, and reaching during daily operations. Frequent user interaction (in-person and virtual). Occasional travel to other NYU library locations as required
Preferred Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
Familiarity with library software systems such as Ex Libris products, including Alma, Springshare products, including LibGuides and LibAnswers, or similar. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and standard productivity tools. Comfortable working across both Windows and macOS platforms.
Additional Information
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $72,000.00 to USD $88,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.
NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.
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Full Time
Hybrid
$72000 – 88000 Yearly
New York, New York
Posted On
November 14, 2025
Application Deadline
November 21, 2025
Apply OnlineApply Via Email
New York University - Institute of Fine Arts Library
Posted on
November 14, 2025
Application Deadline
November 21, 2025
Apply
Full Time
Hybrid
$72000 – 88000 Yearly
New York, New York
Position Summary
Oversees time-sensitive service delivery and operations across the Institute of Fine Arts’ two specialized libraries, the Stephen Chan Library of Fine Arts and Conservation Center Library, with a myriad of staffing types and levels. Supports and collaborates with the Head of the Institute of Fine Arts Library and the Librarian for Research Services to ensure an exceptional user experience and efficient workflows. Provides supervisory guidance, manages physical collections, supports financial tracking, and assists in cross-functional initiatives that enhance access to library resources for a broad academic and research community.
Qualifications
Required Education:
Bachelor’s Degree
Preferred Education
Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS)
Required Experience
2 years relevant experience in academic or research library settings, including supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
Demonstrated ability to manage library operations and prioritize multiple ongoing responsibilities. Strong understanding of library systems and procedures, especially circulation, acquisitions, and collection maintenance. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written). Ability to independently execute complex tasks while maintaining service quality. Customer service orientation with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve user issues. Proven capacity to lead student staff and clerical employees effectively. Flexibility and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced academic environment. Requires lifting and moving objects such as book carts, boxes, and furniture. This role involves standing, bending, and reaching during daily operations. Frequent user interaction (in-person and virtual). Occasional travel to other NYU library locations as required
Preferred Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
Familiarity with library software systems such as Ex Libris products, including Alma, Springshare products, including LibGuides and LibAnswers, or similar. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and standard productivity tools. Comfortable working across both Windows and macOS platforms.
Additional Information
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $72,000.00 to USD $88,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.
NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.
Apply
Full Time
Hybrid
$72000 – 88000 Yearly
New York, New York
Posted On
November 14, 2025
Application Deadline
November 21, 2025
Apply OnlineApply Via Email
Salary : $72,000 - $88,000
