Library Page - Stephen A Schwarzman Building / Berg Collection en The New York Public Library
The New York Public Library · New York, Estados Unidos De América · Onsite
- Junior
- Oficina en New York
For more information about the Berg Collection, please see: https://www.nypl.org/about/divisions/berg-collection-english-and-american-literature
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.
Key Responsibilities
- Moving collection material to and from collection storage areas
- Shelf reading and maintaining the organization and general appearance of the library
- Performing collection-based projects such as rehousing
- Retrieving and shelving archival material weighing up to 25 pounds per box
- Preparing the library for opening and/or closing by performing such assignments as rearranging/ straightening chairs and tables, picking up materials for shelving, and replenishing depleted supplies (e.g. pencils, pads, printer and photocopy paper)
- Photocopying and messenger work
- Performing other related duties as required
Skills Knowledge & Expertise
- Current enrollment in a degree program at an accredited school
- Proper employment certificate for minors under 18 as required by NYS law
- Must possess good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain and foster cooperative and courteous working relationships.
- Must demonstrate strong attention to detail, speed and accuracy in carrying out duties.
- Ability to sort efficiently in alphabetic, numeric or alphanumeric order.
- Strong computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, the Internet and e-mail programs.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a team and on independent projects.
- Demonstrated flexibility and reliability.
- Customer service experience preferred.
- Previous library work or enrollment in a library program preferred.
- Background or interest in collections librarianship preferred.
- Background or interest in literature preferred.
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- Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
- Be Resourceful in solving problems
- Be Curious in all aspects of your work
- Be Welcoming and Inclusive
- This position requires frequent lifting and carrying of library materials; pushing and pulling of book carts; and frequent stooping and reaching (up to 25 lbs)
Schedule
19 hours per week
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.