The New York Public Library is hiring : Library Page - Stephen A Schwarzman Build

Job Description

Job Description

Description

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.

The Page will join the Henry W. and Albert A. Berg Collection of English and American Literature, one of the Library’s special collections that houses rare books, manuscripts and archives. The collection spans the fifteenth century to the present, with particular strength in nineteenth, twentieth, and twenty-first century literary manuscripts and author archives. The page will work with all areas of the collection, and will have opportunities for training in conservation and handling techniques as well as digitization.

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.

The library page position is scheduled for 19 hours per week, including 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 :

• 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

Required Education and Certifications

Required Skills

Preferred Qualifications

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Core Values

Physical Duties

Pre-Placement Physical Required?

No

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.

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