Overview:
This position will be scheduled for 19-hours per week, duriung Library for the Performing Arts hours.
Principal Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Assistant Curator of the Billy Rose Theatre Division, the Library Page is responsible for a variety of tasks within the library, including:
- Retrieving and shelving print materials including processed and unprocessed manuscript and graphic materials.
- Rehousing fragile materials including papers, scrapbooks, graphic materials, photographic prints and negatives.
- Shelf-reading special collections and rare book holdings.
- Assisting in preparing and sending unprocessed archival collections to the Archives Unit for processing.
- Preparing and processing new material for use in Special Collections.
- Photocopying and messenger work.
- Assisting with library programs and outreach initiatives.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Key Competencies:
- Customer service experience
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
Minimum Qualifications:
- Current enrollment in an approved degree program at an accredited educational institution.
- 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.
Work Environment:
- This position is located in a research library.
Physical Duties:
- This position requires frequent lifting (upto 35 lbs.) and carrying of library materials; pushing and pulling of book carts; and frequent stooping and reaching.
Starting Salary:
USD $9.15/Hr.
Hours:
- 19-hours per week, duriung Library for the Performing Arts hours.
Union / Non Union:
Non Unions an excellent introduction to special collections collection management and preservation within a very active curatorial department. Please see the link below for the full job description and instructions about applying (note that you must be currently enrolled in a degree program).To view full posting and apply:
https://jobs-nypl.icims.com/jobs/9025/library-page--library-for-the-performing-arts-billy-rose-theatre-collection/job
