Music Librarian Job at NCCU Public Administration in Durham

Position Information

Position/Classification Title: Librarian - Digital Initiatives (Music Librarian)

Position Number: 611158

Appointment Type: Permanent - Full Time

FTE: 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months

Required Salary Range: $52,078.00

EEO-1 Category: Professionals

SOC Code: 25-4021 Librarians

Position Overview

Be an Eagle – Where Purpose Takes Flight! Join North Carolina Central University (NCCU) as the Head Music Librarian to provide leadership, direction, and service for the Music Library and its resources, supporting the Music Department and the broader College.

Primary Purpose

The Head Music Librarian manages day‑to‑day operations, plans, develops, manages, and evaluates the library’s facilities, services, and resources. Responsibilities include providing research, instruction, and outreach to the Music Department; collaborating with staff across the College to implement information and instructional technologies; continually assessing and improving library services and web presence; teaching an information literacy course; selecting materials for the collection; providing reference assistance; and performing original and copy cataloging.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Minimum of two (2) years of post‑MLS/MLIS professional librarian experience.
• Experience or strong interest in music as an academic and/or performance discipline; familiarity with music research methods and resources.
• Undergraduate or advanced degree in music preferred, or a combination of relevant degrees and professional experience.
• Experience teaching workshops, supporting classes, supporting academic departments, creating learning materials, and providing research consultations.
• ALA‑Accredited Master’s degree required.

Minimum Education / Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years post‑MLS/MLIS professional librarian experience.
• ALA‑Accredited Master’s degree.

Licenses or Certifications

ALA‑Accredited Master’s degree.

Equal Opportunity Employer

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity employer. NCCU provides educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on a wide range of protected characteristics. Qualified individuals, including veterans, apply through the described pre‑employment requirements.

Pre‑Employment Requirements

• Complete and submit an electronic application; resumes are not accepted.
• Veteran’s Preference: attach DD‑214. National Guard Preference: attach NG23A.
• Final candidates subject to criminal background checks and education/license verification.
• NCCU participates in E‑Verify.

Benefits

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NC State – Health Benefits
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance
• 11‑12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b, 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount

Applicant Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
• List of References

Optional Documents

• DD‑214 (Veterans Only)
• NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)

Posting Details

Posting Number: EPA03426P
Open Date: 11/15/2025
Close Date: 11/28/2025
Open Until Filled: No Date
Position Available: 01/15/2026