**Installation Assistant - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building (P/T)** **Department:** Collections **Employment Type:** Part Time **Location:** Stephen A. Schwarzman Building **Reporting To:** Carl Auge **Compensation:** $37.50 / hour **Description** **Overview** The Exhibitions Department develops, organizes, implements, and executes all aspects relating to the presentation of exhibitions and displays at the Schwarzman Building (SASB) and the Library for the Performing Arts (LPA). Exhibitions are the most direct reflection of the breadth of NYPL’s collections and provide the only means by which the public, outside of scholars and writers, can gain access to its extraordinary holdings. By their very nature, exhibitions tell stories, serve as catalysts for ideas, and encourage new ways of thinking and learning. While providing insights into the collections, exhibitions serve to confirm NYPL’s ability to make accessible the most important intellectual, historic, literary, and artistic ideas created. **Responsibilities** In all areas designated for the display of Library objects in the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building including but not limited to the Gottesman Exhibition Hall, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III Gallery, Jill Rose Gallery, Edna Barnes Salomon Room, North Gallery, Rayner Special Collections Wing, Print Gallery, McGraw Rotunda, Astor Hall, Deborah, Jonathan F. P., Samuel Priest, and Adam R. Rose Main Reading Room, Trustee’s Room, Celeste Bartos Forum, Celeste Auditorium, Bill Blass Catalog Room, Special Collections Reading Rooms, and hallways, etc. the Installation Assistant: + Installs and deinstalls exhibition objects for all exhibitions and special displays in SASB as outlined in design layouts + Prepares galleries for installation—including but not limited to case movement, cleaning, painting, spackling, fabric wrapping case interiors and/or wall panels + Moves all necessary tools, hardware, installation materials, hydraulic lifter, work tables, blankets, case lifters, ladders, work carts, tool boxes, bins, lights, light canisters, audio-visual equipment, stanchions, pedestals, cases, bonnets, brochure holders, acrylic holders, object mounts, and fabric, pylons, etc. with regard to the installation and deinstallation of all exhibitions + Operates shop machinery, including hand and power tools and work carts, as necessary + Frames artwork, prints, photographs, documents, and ephemera—in conformity with established conservation specifications + Performs carpentry for exhibitions and exhibition areas including demolition, wall repair, painting and fabric wrapping + Fabricates and constructs exhibition components including pedestals, platforms, bases, vitrines, as needed + Makes, dry mounts and places labels + Positions and installs graphic elements + Moves boxes of exhibition-related materials including printed materials to/from including measurements, materials, fabrication methods and lighting the loading dock to and other areas throughout the building + Replenishes holders of all printed materials produced for exhibitions or displays including brochures, flyers, postcards, etc. + Maintains an organized and clean working environment + Works with Installation Manager as necessary regarding production elements + Performs routine exhibition maintenance including daily gallery checks and maintaining exhibition lighting. Cleans cases, platforms and frames, as needed. + Performs related duties as required **Required Education, Experience & Skills** **Required Education & Certifications** + High school diploma or its equivalent + Three to five years art handling experience, preferably in a museum, library gallery, high-end gallery, or other art-service company **Required Skills** + Ability to interpret and follow detailed instructions + Demonstrated ability to work tactfully and effectively with staff, outside art handlers, exhibition fabricators, graphic installers, contractors, designers, curators and public at all levels in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment + Strong initiative and work ethic with flexibility to respond to and take action in changing circumstances, often under pressure + Ability to work in a team environment + Successfully demonstrated knowledge of machinery, materials, methods, practices and safety precautions, construction, exhibition installation and deinstallation, preferably in a museum setting + Ability to take direction + Working familiarity with basic hand and power tools, power tools + High attention to detail + Excellent communication and comprehension skills + Demonstrated ability working in Word, Excel, and Google Drive + Ability to operate and work from scissor lifts (up to 30’ high) scaffolding and ladders + Basic knowledge of electrical practice, electronics and mechanical installations + Must be able to respond quickly and tactfully to last minute requests **Preferred Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent level of education/experience preferred + Demonstrated knowledge of museum standards and practices + Demonstrated knowledge of conservation practices + Basic knowledge of museum lighting + Understanding and ability to articulate art handling best practices for moving and installation and deinstallation of objects **More...** **Core Values** _All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:_ + Be **Helpful** to patrons and colleagues + Be **Resourceful** in solving problems + Be **Curious** in all aspects of your work + Be **Welcoming** and **Inclusive** **Work Environment** + Office setting + Public library setting **Physical Duties** + Physical effort is required, including bending, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying + Lifting up to 50 lbs. required + May require travel within NYC **Pre-Placement** **Physical Required?** No **Union/Non Union** Non-Union **FLSA Status** Non-Exempt **Schedule** + 25 hours _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. 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