Librarian III - Library for the Performing Arts bei The New York Public Library
The New York Public Library · New York, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in New York
Overview
The Jerome Robbins Dance Division is the world’s largest library and archive of dance material. The Supervising Librarian models and is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of public service across the Division and ensures that expert dance reference is provided at all public access points. In conjunction with the Curator, this position makes selections for both the general and circulating dance collections, anticipating current and future patron needs. The person in this role is passionate about dance history and will actively work to engage the broadest audience possible with extraordinary resources.
The Jerome Robbins Dance Division is the world’s largest library and archive of dance material. The Supervising Librarian models and is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of public service across the Division and ensures that expert dance reference is provided at all public access points. In conjunction with the Curator, this position makes selections for both the general and circulating dance collections, anticipating current and future patron needs. The person in this role is passionate about dance history and will actively work to engage the broadest audience possible with extraordinary resources.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the Dance Division’s general and circulating collections, working with central departments on the acquisition of new titles for both physical and ebooks, serials and moving image materials
- Supervise the housing and display of the Division’s general and circulating collections
- Lead projects to enhance circulation of general and circulating dance collections
- Liaise with the Arnhold Dance Education Coordinator to ensure that our circulating collections anticipate educator and student needs
- Liaise with the Dance Division’s Programs & Outreach Coordinator and the Curator to align collection titles with upcoming exhibitions and public programs
- Lead the Division’s public service and ensure that all patrons experience a stellar interaction with staff
- Schedule and assign public desks, email reference and outreach activities
- Maintain statistics and generate reports on collection usage
- Represent the Division at interdepartmental meetings and at external events
Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Certifications
- ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library and Information Studies
Required Experience
- Experience with library public service
- Experience in an archival setting
- Experience working in and/or with the dance community
Required Skills
- Excellent public service skills
- Familiarity with various library and archival tools including ArchivesSpace, ILS, Aeon, Drupal, metadata management systems and Google suite.
- Ability to multitask and work independently
Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:
- This position has three direct reports
- Additionally, this position is responsible for executing and overseeing the Dance Division’s public service
More...
NYPL Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL 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
Work Environment
- Office setting
- May occasionally staff off-site outreach events
Physical Duties
- Lifting up to 49 lbs. required
Physical Required?
- No
Union/Non UnionLocal 1930
Schedule
- 35 hours per week, scheduled between Monday through Saturday; some evenings required
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. 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).
