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About the Role

Library Page positions are educational opportunities for candidates currently enrolled in an accredited educational program, with a preference for those in MLIS programs. This role offers insight into working within libraries, archives, or museums, providing valuable experience for career exploration in these fields. The position requires a strong work ethic, reliability, and excellent communication skills, acting as an ambassador for the library with a friendly demeanor.

Responsibilities

Retrieve and shelve Special Collections materials, including processed and unprocessed archival and graphic materials.
Rehouse fragile materials such as papers, scrapbooks, graphic materials, and photographic prints and negatives.
Perform shelf-reading for special collections and rare book holdings.
Assist in preparing and sending Special Collections materials for processing and offsite storage.
Support the preparation and processing of material for use in the Special Collections Reading Room.
Perform scanning, photocopying, and messenger work.
Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

Currently enrolled as a student in a degree program or accredited school (High School, GED Program, Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, etc.).
Possess a proper employment certificate for minors under 18 as required by NYS law.
Ability to accurately and efficiently sort and arrange items in alphanumeric order.
Strong organizational skills and ability to follow detailed instructions in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent customer service skills and ability to work with a diverse patronage.
Superb interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
Demonstrated reliability and professionalism.
Basic computer and technology skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and Google Applications.
Moderate lifting required (up to 35 lbs).
Pushing book trucks.

Skills

Written communication
Verbal communication
Organizational skills
Customer service
Interpersonal skills
Problem-solving
Teamwork
Reliability
Professionalism
Basic computer skills
Basic technology skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Applications
Troubleshoot basic computer and scanner issues
Theatre history

Location

Library for the Performing Arts

Work Type

Part Time
19 hours per week

Education Level

High School
GED Program
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
MLIS programs

Salary/Compensations

$17.00 / hour

About the Company

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.