Job Details

Head of Circulation & Access

Position Number: 6627805
Location: New York, NY
Position Type: Libraries

Head of Circulation & Access

Fordham University

About Fordham
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Department: Law School Library

Campus/Location:

Position Summary
Reporting to the Deputy Director of the Law Library, this position oversees and develops plans and projects relating to the primary print collection and the policies regarding its circulation and access. Additionally, it is responsible for the use of the library's physical space and the supervision of full-time clerical, para-professional, and part-time employees, including their hiring, scheduling, and training.

Essential Functions
Supervises full-time clerical, para-professional and part-time employees, including hiring, scheduling, and training.

Oversees & develops plans and projects relating to the primary print collection.

Formulates and enforces rules and policies regarding circulation and access.

Sets and publicizes library opening hours and arranges for library staffing.

Manages the library's Alma Fulfillment/Circulation module, including maintaining and updating circulation policy settings, troubleshooting system issues, and developing statistical reports.

Oversees library physical space, including booking and access issues.

Monitors the physical state of the collections and library facilities, reports, and arranges for the resolution of issues.

Along with Document Delivery, coordinates the physical delivery of library material to faculty offices.

Manages the course reserve program and collection.

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Required Qualifications:
M.L.S. or equivalent from an A.L.A. accredited library school.

Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a circulation department, including supervisory responsibilities.

Experience with troubleshooting and system configuration of an
integrated library system or library services platform, with a strong focus on circulation and course reserve management;
Demonstrated ability to successfully initiate, track, and manage projects;
Strong customer service skills, with an ability to resolve patron inquiries and concerns in a professional and friendly manner.
Ability to work cooperatively and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, faculty, staff, and students.

Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with troubleshooting and system configuration of Alma.

Strong management experience, including a record of effectively managing, developing, and motivating staff.

Experience with or demonstrable interest in developing & managing digitization projects.

Special Instructions

To apply, please visit: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/10375

Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories