What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Page - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building / Collection Development position at The New York Public Library?
Job Description
Job Description
Description
Overview
Do you love books and love helping people? The New York Public Library has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. As a Library Page at The New York Public Library you will do that and much more. A Page position is meant to give you knowledge about what it means to work within a library system. You will have access to a wealth of knowledge and experience which will allow you to decide if the library is where you want to begin your career. We are looking for candidates that demonstrate a strong work ethic, are reliable and possess excellent written and verbal communications skills. You will be expected to be an ambassador for the library, so a friendly demeanor goes a long way.
You will have access to the Library Page Fellowship Program as a Library Page. A career
growth development program that empowers youth as they shape their careers. The Program
provides resources to help develop career readiness skills, explore career goals, and provide
on-the-job coaching, training, and mentorship.
The library page position is scheduled for 19 hours per week, including evenings and Saturdays. Schedules are variable based on library needs and may be subject to change.
Key Responsibilities
Under the direction of The Senior Collections Processing Associate, the Library Page :
- Pulls books from a picklist for the Google Books Library Project
- Packs books selected for scanning and brings them to the pickup area
- Unloads books when they are returned and brings them to the Milstein Stacks
- Handles fragile collection materials that may require light preservation and / or stabilization
- Performs other related tasks as needed
Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Experience
Required Skills
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities :
Preferred Qualifications
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Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values :
Work Environment
Physical Duties
Physical Required?
Union / Non Union
Non-Union
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Schedule
19 hours per week
