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The Job Announcement Board is provided by South Central Regional Library Council. To post an announcement please email: Diane Capalongo . Job announcements will be removed from our Jobs page thirty days after the day of posting unless the hiring institution requests otherwise.

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Find library jobs here for professionals and para-professionals in the Finger Lakes region, Southern Tier region, and other parts of Upstate New York.

Browse Current Job Postings:

Binghamton University - Director of Collections

Empire State University - Senior Director of Operations for Scholarly Support (Remote)

Ithaca College - Archives Technician

Flower Memorial Library - Librarian 1

Binghamton University

Director of Collections

Binghamton University Libraries seeks a collaborative, visionary, and service-oriented leader for the position of Director for Collections Services. This role provides leadership to a department that is comprised of five units: Acquisitions & Contracts, Cataloging & Metadata, Collections Strategy, Digitization & Conservation Services, and Storage & Delivery Services. The Director will play a key role in shaping the Libraries' future by fostering innovation, building partnerships, and advocating for tools and procedures that enhance efficiency and services. This is a tenure-track faculty position, expected to contribute significantly to the profession and to meet the Libraries’ standards of scholarship.

Learn more about this position or apply here: https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=D15C86CB174BB1CEC320BFD47595D328?JOBID=194446

Posted 12/1/2025

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Empire State University

Senior Director of Operations for Scholarly Support (Remote)

Empire State University invites applications for the position of Senior Director of Operations for Scholarly Support within the Office of Graduate Studies and Scholarly Supports.

The Senior Director of Operations for Scholarly Support will provide leadership and strategic direction for library operations, overseeing professional staff and guiding the planning, implementation, and assessment of cross-functional initiatives spanning graduate studies, the library, and sponsored programs. This position will serve as the primary liaison with key internal and external partners in advancing the mission of Scholarly Supports.

The incumbent will be responsible for developing and managing collections and access strategies, ensuring efficient and compliant systems for resource provision. In addition, the Senior Director will lead research support services for faculty, students, and staff engaged in course development, scholarly publications, and the pursuit of grants or other external funding opportunities

The role also encompasses oversight of assessment activities related to scholarly support, including coordination of subscription reviews, evaluation of research support effectiveness, and the development of curricular support services such as reference assistance and information literacy instruction.

Full job description and application procedure here.

Posted 11/25/2025

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Ithaca College

Archives Technician

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented staff member to join our organization's archives team. As an Archives Staff member, you will play a vital role in preserving, organizing, and maintaining our historical records and valuable documents. Your commitment to accuracy, strong organizational skills, and passion for preserving cultural heritage will contribute to the ongoing success of our archives department.

Full job description and application procedure here.

Posted 11/20/2025

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Flower Memorial Library

Librarian 1

SALARY RANGE: $55,599 – $65,055

THIS IS A COMPETITIVE CIVIL SERVICE POSITION.

PLEASE NOTE:
This is a competitive title in the classified civil service. Appointment will be on a provisional basis

only. To be eligible for permanent status, the individual accepting appointment will be required to pass a civil service exam and score among the top three.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
This position involves responsibility for basic level librarian duties. The Librarian I may serve as the head of a functional area of the library such as Teen Space, Genealogy, or the Children’s area. Employees in this class are expected to perform specific applications of professional duties under the general

supervision of the Library Director. Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A Master’s Degree in Library Science from a library that is accredited by the American Library Association.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Eligibility for a New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate at time of application. Possession of certificate within six (6) months of appointment.

Salary and Benefits:
$55,599-$65,055, Health Insurance, NYS Retirement, Optional Dental and Vision

How to Apply:
Apply through the online portal: https://watertown-portal.mycivilservice.com/jobopps

Application deadline, if applicable: 12/4/2025

Email civilservice@watertown-ny.gov for a complete job description.

Link to the job on your website: https://www.flowermemoriallibrary.org/

Posted 11/12/2025

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