Library Page - Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture / Research & Reference Division
The New York Public Library
**Library Page - Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture / Research & Reference Division**
**Department:** Research Libraries
**Employment Type:** Part Time
**Location:** Schomburg Center
**Reporting To:** Donnalee Simon-Edwards
**Compensation:** $16.50 / hour
**Description**
We are looking for a Library Page in the Schomburg Center Research & Reference Division. A successful candidate will 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.
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**
**Responsibilities:**
Reporting to the Page Supervisor, the Library Page is responsible for:
+ Retrieving and shelving manuscript and archival collection boxes throughout the day as requested by researchers
+ Preparing researcher carts and call slips for following day’s researchers
+ Photocopying and reproduction work
+ Retrieving carts sent from offsite location and preparing carts for their return
+ Shelf reading and helping maintain the organization and general appearance of the MARB stacks
+ Performs other related duties as required.
**Skills Knowledge & Expertise**
**Required Education and Certifications**
+ Current enrollment in a undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited school
+ Proper employment certificate for minors under 18 (https://www.labor.ny.gov/workerprotection/laborstandards/workprot/minors.shtm) as required by NYS law
**Required Experience/Skills**
+ 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, e-mail, and Google applications.
+ Demonstrated ability to work with a team and on independent projects.
+ Demonstrated flexibility and reliability.
+ Customer service experience preferred.
**More**
**NYPL 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**
+ Research library
**Physical Duties**
+ This position requires frequent lifting and carrying of archival boxes; pushing and pulling of carts; and frequent stooping and reaching.
+ Lifting up to 25 lbs required
**Pre-Placement Physical Required?**
No
**Schedule**
19 hours per week
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