What are the responsibilities and job description for the Music Librarian position at North Carolina Central University?
Posting Details
Position Information
Position/Classification Title
Librarian - Digital Initiatives
Working Title
Music Librarian
Position Number
611158
FLSA
Appointment Type
Permanent - Full Time
Tenure Track
No
FTE
1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date
Department Hiring Range
52078.00
EEO-1 Category
Professionals
SOC Code
25-4021 - Librarians
Position Overview
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An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.
Visit NCCU.edu.
Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.
An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.
Visit NCCU.edu.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
Provides leadership and direction of the Music Library and its resources and collection, and supports the Music Department.
Primary Purpose of Position
The Head Music Librarian manages the day-to-day operations of this unit and has overall responsibility for planning, developing, managing, and evaluating the facilities, services, and resources of the Music Library, a branch of the James E. Shepard Memorial Library. This is a full-time (12-month), non-tenured, leadership position reporting to the Assistant Director of Library Services. Responsibilities include: providing research, instruction and outreach services to the Music Department; collaborating with staff across the College to explore and implement information and instructional technologies; continually assessing and improving library service including our web presence and promoting library resources and services; teaching and information literacy course as a member of the library’s instruction team. The librarian selects appropriate materials for the collection and seeks input from the Music faculty, provides reference assistance and performs original and copy cataloging.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Minimum of two (2) years of post MLS/MLIS professional librarian experience.
Experience with or interest in expanding knowledge of music as an academic and/or performance discipline, including familiarity with music research methods and resources.
An undergraduate or advanced degree in music is preferred, and /or a combination of relevant degrees and demonstrated professional experience.
Familiarity with approaches to instruction or research support in an academic library setting, which may include teaching workshops, supporting classes, supporting academic departments, creating learning materials, and providing individual research consultations.
Experience with or interest in expanding knowledge of music as an academic and/or performance discipline, including familiarity with music research methods and resources.
An undergraduate or advanced degree in music is preferred, and /or a combination of relevant degrees and demonstrated professional experience.
Familiarity with approaches to instruction or research support in an academic library setting, which may include teaching workshops, supporting classes, supporting academic departments, creating learning materials, and providing individual research consultations.
Minimum Education/Experience
Minimum of two (2) years of post MLS/MLIS professional librarian experience. ALA Accredited Masters.
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
ALA Accredited Masters.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University’s internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Function
Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Provides leadership and direction of the Music Library and its resources and collection, and supports the Music Department.
Function
Instructional
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Providing research, instruction and outreach services to the Music Department; collaborating with staff across the College to explore and implement information and instructional technologies, continually assessing and improving library service including our web presence and promoting library resources and services; teaching information literacy course as a member of the library’s instruction team.
Function
Client/Patron Service
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
The librarian selects appropriate materials for the collection and seeks input from the Music faculty, provides reference assistance and performs original and copy cataloging.
Function
Knowledge - Professional
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Performs original and copy cataloging.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EPA03426P
Open Date
11/15/2025
Date desired for closing or initial review
11/28/2025
Close Date
11/28/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Date Position Available
01/15/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
- Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
- Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
- North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
- Community Service Leave
- NC State – Health Benefits
- NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 11-12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount and more.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
- List of References
- DD-214 (Veterans Only)
- NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)
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