Library Page - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building / Communications & Marketing Division

Department: Communications

Location: Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Compensation: $16.50 / hour

Description

Overview

The Communications & Marketing Department promotes and positions The New York Public Library as a cultural and educational leader in New York City and around the world. The Social Media Page works to support communications efforts on social media by highlighting the Library's services, programs, events, exhibitions, and collections.

To aid in this promotional activity, the Social Media Page helps with writing posts, image and video editing, content creation, and ideation. Assist with scheduling social media posts and maintaining a robust social media calendar.

Joining NYPL as a Social Media Page is a great opportunity to learn about the inner workings of the nation's largest public library system and is a stepping stone to a great career in communications.

The library page position is scheduled for 19 hours per week, which may include evenings and Saturdays. Schedules are variable based on library needs and may be subject to change.


Key Responsibilities
Under the direction of a Page supervisor, the Library Page:

• Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Multimedia & Engagement, the Social Media Page helps with a variety of tasks assisting within the department, including:


• Scheduling posts to the Library's social media accounts, including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, and TikTok.


• Assists with writing social media posts that are engaging and adhere to Library style guides.


• Basic image and video editing to format content for different social media platforms.


• Assist in maintaining a robust social media calendar.


• Work as a team to pitch ideas for social media posts based on current events, upcoming Library initiatives, and trending memes.


• Liaise with other departments within the Library to acquire assets for internal initiatives.


• Performs other related tasks as needed

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education and Certifications

• Current enrollment in a degree program at an accredited school


• Proper employment certificate for minors under 18 as required by NYS law

Required Experience

• Experience using social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, and TikTok
  

Required Skills

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs, the Google suite, the Internet, and e-mail programs


• Strong writing skills with attention to detail


• Some skills in Adobe Photoshop and Premiere or other image and video editing software


• Demonstrated interest in social media


• Demonstrated interest in Library services, such as books, education, or archives


• Demonstrated flexibility, reliability, and initiative


• Ability to work with a team and on independent projects

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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

• Public service library
  

Physical Duties

• None
  

Physical Required?
No

Union/Non Union
Non-Union

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Schedule

• 19 hours a week


• Part-time hours to be scheduled based on library needs and may be 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).