Supervisor, Rights and Reproductions unit

New York City

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New York City, NY, us on site Until 9/20/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 22, 2026 Last posted July 22, 2026
Job description

The Department of Records seeks a responsible individual to join its team to make available the historical collections of the Municipal Library and Archives. The Supervisor, Rights and Reproductions unit responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Oversee the reproduction services for library and archival materials for the public, city agencies, and for special projects.
- Supervise and train staff and maintains and enforces updated policies and procedures.
- Oversee quality control and production.
- Conduct evaluations and reports as required.
- Evaluates workflows and improve and maintain quotas and a high-level of customer service.
- Manage updates and supplies for digitization equipment and maintenance services.
- Coordinate and report on customer invoices, refunds, payments and reporting.
- Manage communications with patrons.
- Supports outreach initiatives and contributes/creates social media for Historical Vital Records.
- Conducts workshops and user engagement activities for historical vital records.
- Manage monthly metrics and reporting as it relates to vital records, photographic, audio-visual, certified records, and on-demand patron requests.

Hours/Shift: Full-time - Due to the necessary support duties of this position, the candidate may be required to be on call and/or work various shifts such as weekends and/or evening shifts.

Work Location: 31 Chambers St., N.Y. (Manhattan) and 147 41st Street (Brooklyn)

NO E-MAILS, PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED.

NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.

APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET (OMB) APPROVAL

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Compensation (from employer):
72298 – 72298 USD

About this role

Summary

Manage reproduction services, supervise staff, oversee digital workflows, and ensure quality and outreach.

Job title

Supervisor, Rights and Reproductions unit

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

public administration

Location requirements

Candidates should be based in New York City, NY, with optional remote work.

Salary

$72k+

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

supervisionworkflow managementcustomer communicationreportingdigitization

Preferred skills

social mediaoutreachtraining

Specializations

archival workcustomer servicedigital workflowsmuseum or library operations
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid City