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Assistant Director of Library Services
Job Location:
Job Location:
Stone Ridge, NY - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 62400 - 62400
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
24 September 2026 (12 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
22 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Bargaining Unit: OPAP
Grade: VI
Salary: Exempt
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Priority Screening: October 6 2026
Reporting to the Director of Library Services the Assistant Director assists in the development of a library that provides extensive content resources up-to-date technology research assistance and supports college initiatives. The Assistant Director of Library Services provides technical expertise for the library distance education open education resources development and other teaching initiatives.
In addition OPAP-covered members receive on an annual basis: 24 vacation days 12 sick days 6 personal days and 15 holidays which includes 3 floating addition the College is closed on the day prior to Thanksgiving and between December 26 - January 1 known as the Holiday Curtailment.
Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered for the position:
SUNY Ulster is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The college encourages applications from all qualified applicants. This position is contingent upon adequate and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application credentials transcripts fingerprint check verification of the right to work in the United States andall other required pre-employment conditions are met.
Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and who due to a disability require accommodations for completing the application process testing (if required for the position) or the interview should notify the Human Resources Office 10 working days before the accommodation is required.
Neither the smoking of tobacco (nor other substances) nor the use of electronic vaporizers is permitted on the campus grounds.
SUNY Ulster does not reimburse applicants for travel lodging or any other costs incurred by applicant to attend interviews. All interviewing costs incurred will be the responsibility of the applicant. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. Internal applicants are not guaranteed an interview.
Conditions of EmploymentEmployment with SUNY Ulster is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements and the Board of Trustees has approved. Offer and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application fingerprint check verification of the right to work in the United States and all other required pre-employment conditions are met.
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Grade: VI
Salary: Exempt
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Priority Screening: October 6 2026
Position Overview:
SUNY Ulster a two-year branch of the State University of New York located ninety miles north of New York City in the Catskill Mountains is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Library Services.Reporting to the Director of Library Services the Assistant Director assists in the development of a library that provides extensive content resources up-to-date technology research assistance and supports college initiatives. The Assistant Director of Library Services provides technical expertise for the library distance education open education resources development and other teaching initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise day to day operations within the Library when the Director of Library Services is not present.
- In consultation with the Director of Library Services establish policies and procedures for daily operation.
- Enforce library policies and procedures.
- Work with assigned academic departments on collection development and individual instruction sessions for classes.
- Provide support and backup for Institutional Technologist (Distance Learning)
- Provide technical support for faculty using open education resource platforms. (e.g.; Lumen OLI)
- Evaluate the potential use of new and emerging services and technologies to enhance the efficiency and quality of library services.
- Provide training for the professional and clerical staff. (Library management system LibGuides and other library tools)
- Review and update procedures and workflows for technical processes.
- Explore ways library technology can be employed in campus departments.
- Coordinate outreach with area high schools to promote presentations and campus visits to the library.
- Assist with hiring decisions staffing and performance evaluations for the library.
- Administer Library Management System including resource sharing (ILL).
- Administer virtual chat platforms.
- Administer room booking appointment scheduling and hours platform.
- Update library content on social media; Facebook Instagram
- Update library content in Portal channels Blackboard College website.
- Develop canned reports in the LMS for library departments.
- Work with vendors to troubleshoot access problems and continue to stay current with vendors updated technologies and systems.
- Act as a liaison to OIT to facilitate implementation of new technology.
- Execute EZProxy (authentication software) configuration revisions
- Assist Director of Library Services in representing the interests of the Library in the state and regional library community. (SLC: SUNY Library Consortium Southeastern NY Library Resources Council.)
- Supervise technical services staff.
- Compile usage data prepare reports regarding electronic resources and participate in library assessment activities.
- Assist students with reference questions
- Conduct library instruction in person and online
- Develop library content. (Videos FAQs discipline specific webpages)
- Serve on SUNY committees task forces and working groups that address long-term challenges and opportunities for the college as well as shorter-term operational issues for the library.
- Serve on College committees.
Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Library Science from an A.L.A. accredited program.
- At least two years professional experience in an academic library setting demonstrating progressive responsibility.
- Demonstrated skills in automated systems online services effective communication and supervision required.
And:
Commitment to community college goals and objectives of providing quality programs and services for culturally socio-economically ethnically and academically diverse students and students with disabilities; personal qualities to work effectively and with sensitivity in a multicultural environment; awareness of and commitment to the needs of non-traditional and/or re-entry students with diverse abilities and interests.Salary:
A starting salary of $62400 with an excellent benefits package. This position is contingent upon adequate funding.Additional Information
SUNY Ulster offers a competitive benefits package including medical dental and vision life insurance NYS or SUNY TIAA Retirement Plan SUNY Perks tuition waivers including dependent waivers and tuition assistance.In addition OPAP-covered members receive on an annual basis: 24 vacation days 12 sick days 6 personal days and 15 holidays which includes 3 floating addition the College is closed on the day prior to Thanksgiving and between December 26 - January 1 known as the Holiday Curtailment.
Application Process:
The position is open until filled. However to ensure consideration application materials should be received via email by October 6 2026 at 4:00 pm EST to be given priority consideration. Applications received after the deadline are not guaranteed to be reviewed. SUNY Ulster reserves the right to close continue cancel postpone or restart the recruitment at any time.Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered for the position:
- Resume or CV
- Cover letter which discusses your qualifications and interest in the position
- Contact information for 3 professional references
Please submit only materials requested. All documents included in your application file become the property of the College. Applicants who fail to submit all required materials will not be considered.
We invite you to be part of a dedicated community of learners in an academic department that puts students first. Please go to the SUNY Ulster website for additional campus community information.SUNY Ulster is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The college encourages applications from all qualified applicants. This position is contingent upon adequate and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application credentials transcripts fingerprint check verification of the right to work in the United States andall other required pre-employment conditions are met.
Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and who due to a disability require accommodations for completing the application process testing (if required for the position) or the interview should notify the Human Resources Office 10 working days before the accommodation is required.
Neither the smoking of tobacco (nor other substances) nor the use of electronic vaporizers is permitted on the campus grounds.
SUNY Ulster does not reimburse applicants for travel lodging or any other costs incurred by applicant to attend interviews. All interviewing costs incurred will be the responsibility of the applicant. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. Internal applicants are not guaranteed an interview.
Conditions of Employment
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