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Adult Librarian - Aguilar Library

The New York Public Library • New York, NY • 2h ago

Department: Branch Libraries

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Aguilar Library

Reporting To: Cylik Smith

Compensation: $70,393 / year

Description

Aguilar Library is currently closed. This position will be based out of Harlem Library until Aguilar Library reopens.

The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. NYPL's neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island-many of which date to Andrew Carnegie's visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century-are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service, and vital community hubs that provide far more than just free books and materials.

The Library is seeking Adult Librarians to cultivate creative thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and resourceful users of information. Successful candidates will embody each of these four characteristics themselves.

Key Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Library Manager, the Adult Librarian:

Provides reference service and resource recommendations using print, media and digital resources

Collaborates with the Adult Educational Services Department to develop, promote, facilitate, present and evaluate innovative programs to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community's adult population including book discussions, author talks, technology classes, financial literacy sessions, arts and wellness activities, and a variety of other programs both in the Library and throughout the community

Partners with the collection development team to build and maintain the Adult collection ensuring it is diverse, current, and relevant and meets the needs of the community

Works to engage adults with the collection in ways that allow them to follow their interests and discover new ones

Encourages digital literacy and provides technology instruction

Develops and maintains the layout and appearance of the adult space, ensuring a safe and inviting area filled with relevant resources

Develops and maintains content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Pinterest

Mentors library staff in preparing and presenting adult programs

Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures

May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager

Maintains a working knowledge of trends in adult literature, educational and development needs, adult services and the profession through webinars, internal training, meetings, conferences, professional literature and organizational memberships

Performs related duties as required

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education & Experience

ALA accredited Master's degree in Library and Information Studies

Public Librarian's Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York

Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for children in urban public libraries preferred

Required Skills

Strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage

Experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for adults

Knowledge of Adult literature and experience maintaining an Adult collection

Experience building partnerships with local organizations to better meet the needs of community users

Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills

Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team

Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously

Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs and e-reader devices

Demonstrated knowledge of computer services including online searching, social media, reference resources and databases

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:

May temporarily oversee the library in the absence of the Library Manager

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

Public service library

Physical Duties

Lifting up to 15 lbs.

Remaining stationary for periods of time

Daily use of a computer

Physical Required?

Union/Non Union

Local 1930

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Schedule

35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular branch hours (https://www.nypl.org/locations/map)

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).

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