Academic Reference Librarian & Collections Specialist

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illinois mathematics science academyBrooklyn (NY)

Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Libraries and Archives

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About the role

The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) seeks a Library Specialist to manage collection development, reference services, and instructional support as part of the IMSA IRC team. This full-time, academic-year position emphasizes equity, inclusion, and service excellence for students and staff. The role requires an ALA-accredited Master’s in Library Science, strong communication skills, and experience with online catalogs, research instruction, and information resources.

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