Library Page - Fort Washington Library

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.

The library page position is scheduled for 14 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 a Page supervisor, the Library Page :

• Projects a positive and courteous attitude to the public by providing exceptional customer service
• Shelves and arranges books, CDs, DVDs and other library materials in order alphabetically and numerically
• Answers in-person inquiries, helps patrons locate needed materials and refers patrons to the appropriate place or person for assistance
• Assists patrons with basic computer, internet and audio / visual equipment usage
• Locates and prepares library materials requested by patrons
• Assists staff with checking materials for damage and removing them from the shelves
• Helps set up public spaces for events and programs
• Performs other related tasks as needed

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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Core Values

All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values :

Be Welcoming and Inclusive

Work Environment

Physical Duties

Physical Required?

No

Union / Non Union

Non-Union

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Schedule

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).

The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations—including research and branch libraries—throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.