Job Description

The Gottesman Libraries aspire to excellence in advancing and sharing transformative knowledge to develop informed and engaged thinkers and leaders in the educational, psychological, and health professions. We envision the library, beyond walls, as a heart and soul for the exchange of thoughts and ideas that inform a smarter, healthier, and more equitable world enlightened by history, leadership, and innovation. Administrative Services are a key component in this effort, ensuring that all library operations are responsive to the students, faculty, and staff of Teachers College.We invite applications for the position of Manager of Library Operations to manage library administrative services in the areas of budget and finance; technology and library spaces; and human resources. The Manager of Library Operations will ensure effective coordination and operational effectiveness by maintaining business and personnel systems and processes; coordinating with vendors; ensuring facilities operations and building safety; supporting and coordinating library technologies; and contributing to multi-year library planning that meets the overall agenda of the College. This position shares joint supervision of the Web Services and Systems Librarian.Essential Responsibilities:Interfaces library operations with the college's business and human resources systems and processes, including payments for library resources and services, budget transfers, recruiting, and talent management to ensure maximum efficiencies and high performance.Liaises with vendors and suppliers to manage needs and strengthen services relevant to library operations.Processes and maintains files and records for service agreements, personnel, and other administrative areas for effective organization.