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Description

The Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) is The New York Public Library’s premier business library, offering an array of free resources for those interested in personal finance and investing, small business, financial research, and career advancement. It also provides premium electronic resources and related services and programs for businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to established businesses seeking expansion, individuals seeking financial information from experienced investors to those managing their finances, and individuals managing their careers.

To this end, we offer :

Expert librarians to guide research —in-person and online
Access to specialized business, industry, and finance databases, e-journals, and other resources that are otherwise out of reach to the average person or small business owner
A circulating collection of both print and e-books focused on bestsellers in business, money management, and career development
Free, confidential, one-on-one counseling in business, personal finance, and career development from experienced and knowledgeable professionals
Training classes and programs taught by staff and industry leaders that are not offered anywhere else

The Yoseloff Business Center seeks a collaborative, engaged librarian to work with a diverse body of library users including business users, investors, or students in support of business research and entrepreneurial projects; investors on finances and investing; or career expansion, and provide outstanding service in-person and online to this unique user group. The librarian will conduct research and deliver reference services as well as one-on-one instruction, and connect users with the full spectrum of resources available across the Library.

Responsibilities :

Under the supervision of the management team -

Provides a full complement of reference desk and front-line service in all subject areas represented by the business library, in person and through vIrtual consultations

Provides assistance to small business owners and entrepreneurs in market research, in developing business plans, assessing the competitive market landscape, discovering patent information, and other research and business information

Promotes use of business resources and collections through creation of discovery tools and resource guides

Teaches and develops public classes, in-person and through remote platforms such as GoogleMeet and Zoom

Presents workshops on the use of Library resources plus other topics relevant to entrepreneurs, investors, or job seekers

Provides outreach during onsite and offsite events

Provides customer assistance with the entrepreneurial and business research process

Participates in outreach through offsite community or library events

Provides reference services and resource recommendations using print, media and digital resources

Assists with updates and content creation for web pages, Libguides, and training materials

Hosts and provides instruction in classes for the public, visiting classes,staff, and other groups.

Performs related duties as required

Assists with the promotion of business events and NYPL using social media and other tools.

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education and Certifications

ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies

Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York

Undergraduate Degree in business, finance, and / or economics

Required Experience

4-5 years of experience as a business librarian in a public or academic library setting

Proficiency in a second language

Experience conducting outreach to community-based organizations and government agencies

Experience working in the NYC small business community

Experience working with government information sources including some knowledge of Patents and Trademarks, Census bureau data, government data related to business activities and law

Required Skills

Successfully demonstrated knowledge of business, economics or finance. resources in print and digital formats

Expertise in using and teaching business digital resources

Successfully demonstrated public service experience with a strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage

Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal effectively and tactfully with patrons and staff

Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills

Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team

Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously

Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs, and e-reader devices

Demonstrated knowledge of computer services including online searching, social media, reference resources and databases

Adaptability, flexibility and willingness to engage in continuous learning

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities :

None

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Core Values

All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values :

Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues

Be Resourceful in solving problems

Be Curious in all aspects of your work

Be Welcoming and Inclusive

Work Environment

Large urban public library

Physical Duties

Lifting up to 15 lbs.

Sitting and standing for periods of time

Daily use of a computer

Physical Required?

Union / Non Union

Local 1930

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Schedule

35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular location hours

Schedule subject to change

This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.

The New York Public Library Salary Statement

At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies.

Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).

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