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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.
Position Details Position Information
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.
Title of Position : Head of Circulation & Access
Position Number : A10925
FLSA : Exempt
Scheduled Hours Per Week : 35
Department : Law School Library
Campus : Lincoln Center
Work Arrangement : Onsite
Hybrid Policy : Please review the Hybrid Policy at www.fordham.edu/hybridpolicy
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.
Management Responsibilities Supervises the work of other Fordham employees who are individual contributors. Responsible for hiring, training and developing, managing performance and administering corrective action. Has significant input in compensation decisions.
Additional Functions
Monitors and tracks patron usage of library facilities and the collection.
Serves as a contact with Public Safety over security issues.
Carries out social media policy and strategy.
Contributes to the planning and management of library public programming.
Edits, evaluates, and generates content for the website and maintains the library’s digital signage.
Oversees the microform collection, including filing and the maintenance of viewing hardware.
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience
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.
Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills
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.
Minimum Starting Salary : $80,500
Maximum Starting Salary : $85,000
Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.
Union Status No
Posting Information
Posting Number : A949P
Number of Vacancies : 1
Start Date : ASAP
Posting Date : 10/06/2025
EEO Statement Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Seniority level
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Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Other
Industries: Higher Education
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Head of Circulation & Access
role at
Fordham University
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
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.
Position Details Position Information
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.
Title of Position : Head of Circulation & Access
Position Number : A10925
FLSA : Exempt
Scheduled Hours Per Week : 35
Department : Law School Library
Campus : Lincoln Center
Work Arrangement : Onsite
Hybrid Policy : Please review the Hybrid Policy at www.fordham.edu/hybridpolicy
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.
Management Responsibilities Supervises the work of other Fordham employees who are individual contributors. Responsible for hiring, training and developing, managing performance and administering corrective action. Has significant input in compensation decisions.
Additional Functions
Monitors and tracks patron usage of library facilities and the collection.
Serves as a contact with Public Safety over security issues.
Carries out social media policy and strategy.
Contributes to the planning and management of library public programming.
Edits, evaluates, and generates content for the website and maintains the library’s digital signage.
Oversees the microform collection, including filing and the maintenance of viewing hardware.
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience
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.
Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills
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.
Minimum Starting Salary : $80,500
Maximum Starting Salary : $85,000
Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.
Union Status No
Posting Information
Posting Number : A949P
Number of Vacancies : 1
Start Date : ASAP
Posting Date : 10/06/2025
EEO Statement Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Other
Industries: Higher Education
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Fordham University by 2x
#J-18808-Ljbffr