Librarian - Collection Management at Baruch College

Collection Management Librarian – Tenure‑Track Assistant or Associate Professor The William & Anita Newman Library at Baruch College invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant or Associate Professor in collection management, beginning Fall 2026. The successful candidate will lead and advance the Library’s strategic stewardship of print and digital collections, aligning them with the teaching, research, and student success mission of Baruch College. Responsibilities: Provide leadership for the development, management, assessment, and strategic direction of the Newman Library collections in all formats. Oversee selection, acquisition, licensing, and deselection workflows, ensuring that collections remain current, relevant, and aligned with Baruch’s curriculum and research priorities. Manage collection development budgets responsibly and in accordance with CUNY and New York state procurement policies. Collaborate with subject librarians and academic departments to evaluate disciplinary needs and support evolving scholarly and pedagogical priorities. Develop and apply data‑informed methodologies for evaluating usage, relevance, and long‑term stewardship of collections. Engage with vendors, consortia, and the CUNY Office of Library Services committees on issues of licensing, resource sharing, and collaborative collection initiatives. Provide instruction, reference, and subject liaison support. Conduct research and publication in librarianship, information science, or other related academic fields, suitable for publication in peer‑reviewed venues. Serve on Library, College, and University committees, and contribute to governance, service, and special projects. Compensation and Benefits $90,838‑$98,995 for a twelve‑month appointment Salary scheduled for a 3.5% contractual increase on September1,2026 CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA‑accredited program (or ALA‑approved foreign equivalent). At least five years of relevant professional experience in academic library collection management. Experience with budgeting, assessment, and development of collection policies. Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues. Demonstrated record in or potential for research and publication. Ability to work effectively with a diverse campus community. Appointment at the associate professor level requires minimum of seven years of experience in academic library collection management and a track record of research productivity suitable for that rank. Preferred Qualifications Experience supervising staff or coordinating technical services or collection development workflows. Expertise in data‑informed assessment, analytics tools, and electronic resource management systems. Knowledge of open access models, scholarly communication, and emerging trends in academic library collections. A cover letter that clearly outlines suitability for the position, explains how experience explicitly matches the requirements of the Collection Management Librarian role, and includes a statement addressing teaching, librarianship, and research, with particular attention to commitment to and experience working with students who are first generation in their families to attend college or university. Names and contact information for three references. Closing Date July6,2026 with review of resumes to begin June5,2026 EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr