Qureos Mentor

The New York Public Library

<div><div><div><div><div>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&rsquo;s neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island&mdash;many of which date to Andrew Carnegie&rsquo;s visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century&mdash;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.<br>
</div><div>NYPL is seeking a Library Maintainer to maintain an environment that is clean, safe and comfortable for our Library users and employees.</div></div></div>
</div><p>Key Responsibilities
</p><div><div><div><div>Under the general supervision of the Building Manager, the Library Maintainer:</div><ul>
<li>Performs repairs, installations and preventive maintenance of building plant operations consisting of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and general carpentry between multiple sites and properties of NYPL</li>
<li>Assesses jobs and determines staffing and materials needs (makes recommendations as appropriate)</li>
<li>Picks up supplies and materials as appropriate</li>
<li>Assists in the training of Library Maintainers working on building infrastructure systems</li>
<li>Tracks time spent on jobs using Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)</li>
<li>Performs related duties as required</li>
</ul></div></div></div><p>Skills Knowledge &amp; Expertise
</p><div><div><div><div><b>Required Education and Certifications</b>
</div><ul><li>High School Diploma or GED and advanced courses in plumbing, mechanical, electrical, or refrigeration skills</li>
<li>Ability to qualify to obtain valid certificates of fitness for the following: Standpipe and Sprinkler systems; High Rise Fire Safety Director Class E, and Freon Handler (CFC)</li>
<li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license and good driving record</li>
</ul><div><b>Required Experience</b>
</div><ul><li>Supervisory or training experience</li>
<li>Experience reading blue prints, circuit diagrams, water flow, and HVAC diagrams</li>
<li>Experience and education with electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems</li>
<li>Experience in building trades in and in the operation and maintenance of large scale heating, air conditioning (Large Central Units and Package Units), elevator, electrical, and plumbing systems</li>
</ul><div><b>Required Skills</b>
</div><ul><li>Must possess an excellent knowledge of BMS (building monitoring system)</li>
<li>Ability to use testing equipment: multi-meters, flow-meters, gauges, and basic hand tools to help diagnose equipment problems</li>
<li>Ability to do heavy lifting and set up and work from ladders, scaffolds and electric lifts, maintaining logs, writing reports, and preparing work schedules</li>
<li>Ability to work with floor jacks, hand trucks, and other materials-moving devices or carts</li>
<li>Good geographic knowledge of the greater New York area</li>
<li>Good oral and written communication skills</li>
<li>Must pass physical examination</li>
<li>Basic knowledge and experience using computers, including email, Microsoft Word and Excel</li>
</ul></div></div></div><p>More
</p><div><div><div><div><b>Core Values</b>
</div><ul><li>Be <b>Helpful</b> to patrons and colleagues</li>
<li>Be <b>Resourceful</b> in solving problems</li>
<li>Be <b>Curious</b> in all aspects of your work</li>
<li>Be <b>Welcoming</b> and<b> Inclusive</b>
</li></ul><div><b>Physical Duties</b>
</div><ul><li>Requires bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting/moving 50 pounds and up</li>
<li>Ability to ascend/descend, and work on ladders or manlift when required</li>
</ul><div><b>Work Environment</b>
</div><ul><li>Public service library</li>
<li>Outside environment</li>
</ul><div><b>Pre - Employment</b> <b>Physical Required?</b>
</div><ul><li>Yes</li></ul><div>
<b>Union</b>
</div><ul><li>Local 374</li></ul><div>
<b>Hours</b>
</div><ul><li>40 hours per week</li>
<li>Overtime as required</li>
<li>Scheduled subject to change</li>
</ul><div><i>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. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.</i><br>
</div><div><b>The New York Public Library</b><i> </i><b>Salary Statement</b>
</div><div>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.</div><div><br>
</div><div>Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).</div></div></div>
</div><p>About The New York Public Library
</p><div><div>The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations&mdash;including research and branch libraries&mdash;throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.</div></div></div><p></p>

Library Maintainer - Bronx

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h3><div><br>
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&rsquo;s neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island&mdash;many of which date to Andrew Carnegie&rsquo;s visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century&mdash;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.</div><div>
</div><div>
NYPL is seeking an Assistant Library Maintainer to maintain and repair library building systems and equipment to provide an environment that is clean, safe and comfortable for our Library users and employees.</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Key Responsibilities</b></h3><div><br>
<b>
Responsibilities:</b><br>
Under the direction of a Supervising Maintainer, the Assistant Maintainer:</div><ul>
<li>Performs minor repairs to the lighting equipment, including the relamping and ballast replacement of all electrical fixtures</li>
<li>Performs elementary preventative maintenance work on mechanical equipment, air conditioning, plumbing, carpentry, and painting.</li>
<li>May be assigned to work in any trade as required</li>
<li>May be assigned to work in Manhattan, Staten Island, Bronx, and Long Island City locations.</li>
<li>Performs related duties as required</li></ul><br>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Skills Knowledge &amp; Expertise</b></h3><div><b><br>
Required Education and Certifications</b></div><ul>
<li>High school diploma or equivalent required</li>
<li>Valid Driver&rsquo;s License and clear driving record</li>
</ul><div><b>Required Experience</b></div><ul>
<li>Experience and education with electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems</li>
<li>Experience in building trades in and in the operation and maintenance of large scale heating, air conditioning (Large Central Units and Package Units), elevator, electrical, and plumbing systems</li>
</ul><div><b>Required Skills</b></div><ul>
<li>Knowledge and experience in maintenance and repairs of mechanical and electrical systems</li>
<li>Successfully demonstrated experience in all phases of building maintenance, including painting, plumbing, and/or carpentry.</li>
<li>Good oral and written communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to set up work from scaffolds and ladders</li>
<li>Basic knowledge of computers</li>
<li>Must pass a physical examination</li>
</ul><div><b>Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li>
N/A</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
More</b></h3><div><b><br>
Core Values</b></div><ul>
<li>Be <b>Helpful</b> to patrons and colleagues</li>
<li>Be <b>Resourceful</b> in solving problems</li>
<li>Be <b>Curious</b> in all aspects of your work</li>
<li>Be <b>Welcoming</b> and<b> Inclusive</b>
</li></ul><div><b>Work Environment</b></div><ul>
<li>Public library setting</li>
<li>Mechanical rooms</li>
<li>Roofs</li>
<li>Office buildings</li>
</ul><div><b>Physical Duties</b></div><ul>
<li>Lifting up to 40 lbs. required</li>
<li>May require travel within NYC</li>
</ul><div><b>Pre - Employment</b> <b>Physical Required?</b>
</div><ul><li>Yes</li></ul><div><b>
Union/Non-Union</b></div><ul><li>
Union - Local 374</li></ul><div><b>
Schedule</b></div><ul><li>
40 hours per week</li></ul><div>
<i>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.</i><br>
<br>
<b><i>The New York Public Library</i></b><i> </i><b><i>Salary Statement</i></b>
</div><div>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.</div><div></div><div><br>
Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
About The New York Public Library</b></h3><div>
The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations&mdash;including research and branch libraries&mdash;throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.</div></div>

Assistant Library Maintainer - Manhattan

<div><div><div><div><div><b>Overview</b><br>
The New York Public Library is seeking an <b>Associate Director of Patron Research &amp; Insights</b> to lead institution-wide efforts to capture, amplify, and generate insights directly from our patrons in order to expand our impact and reach our ambitious growth goals.</div><div><br>
</div><div>As a key member of the Patron Insights &amp; Analytics team, this role contributes to a core tenet of our 5-Year Strategy: ensuring all of our work &ndash; from policies and programs to outreach and marketing &ndash; is grounded in a deep understanding of community needs, desires, and behaviors. This role will design and lead an ongoing, collaborative research agenda centered on current and potential patrons, support teams across the organization in conducting their own rigorous, ethical, and actionable studies, and teach the organization how to use this research to improve decision-making. Ultimately, they will work closely with leaders across the Library to turn empathy and understanding of our diverse communities into actions in the service of better serving our patrons and meeting our strategic goals.</div><div><br>
</div><div>This is a high-impact, growth area for the Library. The Associate Director role is perfect for someone energized by the opportunity to apply their mastery of user/consumer insights, strategic thinking, and &ldquo;data storytelling&rdquo; in service of the Library&rsquo;s mission.</div><div><br>
</div><div><b>We are looking for someone we can count on to:</b>
</div><div><b>Own</b>:</div><ul>
<li>Institution-wide patron research efforts, including surveys, observations, focus groups, interviews, and mixed-method studies from design through synthesis</li>
<li>Standards and governance for patron research methodology, data quality, and ethical practices across the Library</li>
<li>A centralized, institution-wide patron research repository to ensure accessibility and usability of insights</li>
</ul><div><b>Teach</b>:</div><ul>
<li>Teams how to conduct patron research through tools, frameworks, and guidance</li>
<li>How to interpret patron research and translate findings into meaningful action</li>
</ul><div><b>Learn:</b>
</div><ul><li>The diverse needs of NYPL&rsquo;s patron base, from power users to the underserved and potential audiences</li>
<li>The complexity of the Library as an organization and the breadth of our work</li>
<li>The nuances of our multi-year strategic goals</li>
</ul><div><b>Improve</b>:</div><ul><li>
The Library&rsquo;s &quot;research maturity&quot; by enhancing how we collect, store, and act on insights from patron research and data analysis</li></ul><div>
<b>Some expectations for this role are that within:</b>
</div><div><b>1 month</b>, this person will:</div><ul>
<li>Develop a strong understanding of the Library&rsquo;s 5 Year Strategy</li>
<li>Audit past patron research methods, products, and tools</li>
<li>Build relationships with key stakeholders across the Library</li>
</ul><div><b>3 months</b>, this person will:</div><ul>
<li>Draft an initial research plan to advance the 5-Year Strategy in consultation with internal stakeholders</li>
<li>Propose new tools, processes, and practices to advance patron research</li>
<li>Develop a framework for coordinating, improving, and aggregating patron research across the Library</li>
</ul><div><b>6 months and beyond</b>, this person will:</div><ul>
<li>Lead major research initiatives that inform and influence strategic decisions</li>
<li>Be recognized as a trusted, go-to resource for patron insights</li>
<li>Increase consistency, quality, and use of research across the organization</li>
</ul><div><b>Responsibilities:</b>
</div><ul><li>Lead the vision, design, and execution of research, both conducted in-house and in partnership with consultants, that captures institution-wide patron voice, specifically interpreting findings related to the five-year strategy</li>
<li>Coordinate and set standards for patron research for specific programs, services, and products as well as evaluations related to grants, including research design, tool selection, sampling methodology, deployment, and central data storage</li>
<li>Translate complex qualitative and quantitative data into actionable insights for a range of staff, including leadership</li>
<li>Serve as the central lead and strategic advisor for department-level patron research projects to ensure alignment with institutional standards</li>
<li>Produce artifacts and communicate insights clearly and persuasively to a wide range of internal and external audiences</li>
<li>Build capacity across the organization for understanding patron data and translating it into insights into action</li>
<li>Perform other related duties as necessary</li>
</ul></div></div></div><p>Required Education, Experience &amp; Skills
</p><div><div><div><div><b>Required Education and Certifications</b>
</div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree -OR- 10+ years of professional experience in user/consumer insights</li></ul><div>
<b>Required Experience</b>
</div><ul><li>10+ years of professional experience in user/consumer insights</li>
<li>5+ years experience managing, mentoring, and developing a team</li>
<li>Preferred experience in a non-profit, government, or cultural institution setting, translating user/consumer insights into public-facing outcomes and mission-driven strategic decisions</li>
</ul><div><b>Required Skills</b>
</div><ul><li>Strong command of the full range of user research and evaluation tools, techniques, and methods</li>
<li>Exceptional ability to translate data into stories and insights that support big-picture strategy, including influencing senior leaders</li>
<li>Ability to design and facilitate workshops that enable cross-disciplinary collaboration</li>
<li>Strong moderation skills with the ability to remain neutral and build rapport with diverse groups</li>
<li>Familiarity with core statistical techniques such as significance testing, correlation, regression, distributions, factor and cluster analysis, and basic predictive modeling</li>
<li>Strong quantitative analytical skills, including familiarity with R (preferred), Python, or other statistical programming language</li>
<li>Clear, persuasive, and compelling written and oral communication abilities and comfort presenting to an executive-level audience</li>
<li>Ability to establish productive and trusting relationships within a complex organization, across multiple levels of management and staff</li>
<li>Ability to mentor and coach colleagues to conduct their own research and/or understand how best to utilize findings</li>
</ul><div><b>Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:</b>
</div><ul><li>Patron Insights Researcher, Ethnographic Research</li></ul></div></div>
</div><p>More...
</p><div><div><div><div><b>Core Values</b><br>
<i>All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:</i>
</div><ul><li>Be <b>Helpful</b> to patrons and colleagues</li>
<li>Be <b>Resourceful</b> in solving problems</li>
<li>Be <b>Curious</b> in all aspects of your work</li>
<li>Be <b>Welcoming</b> and <b>Inclusive</b>
</li></ul><div><b>Work Environment</b>
</div><ul><li>Office Environment</li>
<li>Hybrid Work Environment; 3 days onsite in NYC required</li>
</ul><div><b>Physical Duties</b>
</div><ul><li>N/A</li></ul><div>
<b>Pre-Placement</b> <b>Physical Required?</b>
</div><ul><li>No</li></ul><div>
<b>Union/Non Union</b>
</div><ul><li> Non-Union</li></ul><div>
<b>FLSA Status</b>
</div><ul><li>Exempt</li></ul><div>
<b>Schedule</b>
</div><ul><li>Monday - Friday; 9-5 (35 hours per week)</li>
<li>Hybrid Work Environment; required 3 days in office per week</li>
</ul><div><i>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.</i><br>
<br>
<b><i>The New York Public Library</i></b><i> </i><b><i>Salary Statement</i></b>
</div><div>
<br>
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.</div><div><br>
</div><div>Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).</div></div></div>
</div><p>About The New York Public Library
</p><div><div>The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations&mdash;including research and branch libraries&mdash;throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.</div></div></div><p></p>

Associate Director of Patron Research & Insights

<div><div><div><div><div><b>Overview</b><br>
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&rsquo;s neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island&mdash;many of which date to Andrew Carnegie&rsquo;s visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century&mdash;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.<br>
</div><div>The Library is seeking Young Adult Librarians to empower young adults ages 12-18 to become creative thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and resourceful users of information. Successful candidates will embody each of these four characteristics themselves.</div><div><br>
</div><div><b>Key Responsibilities</b><br>
Under the supervision of the Library Manager, the Young Adult Librarian:</div><ul>
<li>Provides reference services and resource recommendations using print, media and digital resources</li>
<li>Collaborates with the Youth Educational Services Department to develop, promote and facilitate innovative programs to build literacy and a love of reading to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community&rsquo;s Young Adults, through visual and performing arts programming, STEM programs, summer reading events, and a variety of other programs both in the Library and throughout the community</li>
<li>Partners with the collection development team to shape and maintain the Young Adult collection ensuring it is diverse, current, relevant and meets the needs of the community</li>
<li>Works to engage Young Adults with the collection in ways that allow them to follow their interests and discover new ones</li>
<li>Conducts outreach to and develops partnerships with community-based organizations, schools, and community groups that target Young Adults to promote the library&rsquo;s services (e.g., MyLibraryNYC, the Library&rsquo;s partnership with NYC schools), collections, specialized programs and resources to enhance the reading skills of young adults</li>
<li>Encourages digital literacy and provides age-appropriate technology instruction to young adults</li>
<li>Develops and maintains content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Pinterest</li>
<li>Develops and maintains the layout and appearance of the Young Adult space ensuring a safe and inviting area filled with relevant resources</li>
<li>Mentors library staff in preparing and presenting Young Adult programs</li>
<li>Assists with circulation, fines &amp; fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures</li>
<li>May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager</li>
<li>Maintains a working knowledge of trends in Young Adult literature, youth services and the profession through webinars, meetings, internal training, conferences, professional literature and organizational memberships</li>
<li>Performs related duties as required</li>
</ul></div></div></div><p>Required Education, Experience &amp; Skills
</p><div><div><div><div><b>Required Education &amp; Experience</b>
</div><ul><li>ALA accredited Master&rsquo;s degree in Library and Information Studies</li>
<li>Public Librarian&rsquo;s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York</li>
<li>Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for Young Adults in urban public libraries preferred</li>
</ul><div><b>Required Skills</b>
</div><ul><li>Strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage</li>
<li>Experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for Young Adults</li>
<li>Knowledge and appreciation of Young Adult literature, audiovisual materials, computer resources, and other materials that constitute a balanced, relevant youth collection</li>
<li>Experience developing, maintaining and marketing Young Adult collections</li>
<li>Experience building partnerships with local organizations and schools to better meet the needs of community users</li>
<li>Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills</li>
<li>Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team</li>
<li>Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously</li>
<li>Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs and e-reader devices</li>
<li>Demonstrated advance knowledge of computer services including online searching, social media, reference resources and databases</li>
<li>Proclivity to learn new skills and apply them to the changing work environment</li>
</ul><div><b>Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities</b>
</div><ul><li>May temporarily oversee the library in the absence of the Library Manager</li></ul></div></div>
</div><p>More...
</p><div><div><div><div><b>Core Values</b><br>
<i>All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:</i>
</div><ul><li>Be <b>Helpful</b> to patrons and colleagues</li>
<li>Be <b>Resourceful</b> in solving problems</li>
<li>Be <b>Curious</b> in all aspects of your work</li>
<li>Be <b>Welcoming</b> and <b>Inclusive</b>
</li></ul><div><b>Work Environment</b>
</div><ul><li>Public service library</li></ul><div>
<b>Physical Duties</b>
</div><ul><li>Lifting up to 15 lbs.</li>
<li>Remaining stationary for periods of time</li>
<li>Daily use of a computer</li>
</ul><div><b>Physical Required?</b><br>
No<br>
<br>
<b>Union</b><br>
Local 1930<br>
<br>
<b>FLSA</b><br>
Non-Exempt<br>
<br>
<b>Schedule</b>
</div><ul><li>35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular branch hours
</li></ul><div><i>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.</i><br>
<br>
<b><i>The New York Public Library</i></b><i> </i><b><i>Salary Statement</i></b>
</div><div>
<br>
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.</div><div><br>
</div><div>Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).</div></div></div>
</div><p>About The New York Public Library
</p><div><div>The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations&mdash;including research and branch libraries&mdash;throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.</div></div></div><p></p>

Young Adult Librarian - Van Cortlandt Library

<div><div><div><div><div><b>Overview</b><br>
The New York Public Library (NYPL) is one of the world's great public research libraries. Its research centers provide opportunities for engagement with in-depth and unique collections, inspirational reading rooms, exhibitions, programs, and a range of research services. Collections and Research Services encompasses several departments focused on managing the ongoing development of our exceptional research collections, advancing unified discovery and expanded access, both in-person and online, and ensuring stewardship of the collections at every stage of the collections lifecycle. Within the Digital Collections Operations department, the Metadata Services Unit (MSU) supports access and discovery of the Library's digital assets through the creation and management of descriptive metadata, strengthening data interoperability across the Library, and guiding its metadata strategy.</div><div><br>
</div><div>Reporting to the Manager, Metadata Services, the Metadata Specialist II contributes to metadata initiatives focused on describing digitized and born-digital research collections made available through NYPL Digital Collections. Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail are crucial for ensuring quality metadata creation, approvals, and remediation within our collaborative team, which manages over 2.5 million records. This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive individual who can quickly synthesize complex information and is dedicated to making unique, historically significant collections accessible to the public.</div><div><br>
</div><div><b>Note: We are filling two openings. Each position will liaise with a combination of 4&ndash;6 divisions of the Humanities and Social Sciences Research Library located at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building that will be determined by subject expertise and interest. Collections supported may include manuscripts, archives, rare books, maps, prints, photography, image clippings, and/or reference works about art and architecture.</b></div><div><br>
<br>
</div><div><b>Responsibilities</b><br>
Reporting to the Manager, Metadata Services, the Metadata Specialist II will:</div><ul>
<li>Serve as the Metadata Services Unit's primary liaison for 4&ndash;6 divisions of the Humanities and Social Sciences Research Library located at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building</li>
<li>Actively contribute to the creation, approval, and enhancement of descriptive metadata for corresponding digital collections</li>
<li>Provide consultation for division staff and metadata partners through planning, training, and guidance on metadata standards and local practices</li>
<li>Participate in large-scale remediation, reparative description, targeted enhancement, and migration projects to improve discovery and access of digital assets, including an upcoming system migration to a new Digital Asset Management System (DAMS)</li>
<li>Work closely with Library colleagues involved in digitization, digital asset management, and description including rights clearance, permissions, digital imaging, cataloging, archival processing, exhibitions, et al.</li>
<li>Keep current with emerging standards, trends, and technologies in the field</li>
<li>Perform other related duties as necessary</li>
</ul></div></div></div><p>Required Education, Experience &amp; Skills
</p><div><div><div><div><b>Required Education &amp; Certifications</b><br>
Master's degree in a relevant discipline such as library and information science, archival studies, information management, data science, and/or public history<br>
<b>Required Experience</b>
</div><ul><li>Experience with metadata creation, remediation, reconciliation, and/or enhancement in the context of libraries, archives, museums, or other collecting institutions (can include coursework or internships)</li>
<li>Experience working with manuscripts, archives, rare books, maps, prints, photographs, image clippings, and/or art and architecture reference collections (can include coursework or internships)</li>
</ul><div><b>Required Skills</b>
</div><ul><li>Demonstrated competency with metadata schemas and standards (MODS, Dublin Core, METS, VRA Core, MARC/RDA, EAD/DACS, etc.), controlled vocabularies (Library of Congress, Getty Vocabularies, Wikidata, etc.), and data formats (XML, JSON, etc.)</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to work both collaboratively and independently on complex projects that involve diverse stakeholders</li>
<li>Capacity to manage a large volume of work across simultaneous projects while maintaining a consistently high degree of accuracy</li>
<li>Comfort with problem solving and rapidly synthesizing new information and workflows</li>
<li>Willingness to experiment and incorporate new tools and practices (e.g., linked data, entity management, IIIF, etc.) to enhance services and complete tasks more efficiently</li>
</ul><div><b>Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities</b>
</div><div>N/A</div></div></div>
</div><p>More...
</p><div><div><div><div><b>Core Values</b><br>
<i>All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:</i>
</div><ul><li>Be <b>Helpful</b> to patrons and colleagues</li>
<li>Be <b>Resourceful</b> in solving problems</li>
<li>Be <b>Curious</b> in all aspects of your work</li>
<li>Be <b>Welcoming</b> and <b>Inclusive</b>
</li></ul><div><b>Work Environment</b>
</div><ul><li>Office setting</li>
<li>Hybrid schedule, with a minimum of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote</li>
</ul><div><b>Physical Duties</b>
</div><ul><li>May require travel within NYC</li></ul><div>
<b>Pre-Placement</b> <b>Physical Required?</b><br>
No<br>
<br>
<b>Union/Non Union</b><br>
Local 1930<br>
<br>
<b>FLSA Status</b><br>
Non-Exempt<br>
<br>
<b>Schedule</b>
</div><div>35 hours/week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm<br>
<br>
<i>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.</i><br>
<br>
<b><i>The New York Public Library</i></b><i> </i><b><i>Salary Statement</i></b>
</div><div>
<br>
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.</div><div><br>
</div><div>Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).</div></div></div>
</div><p>About The New York Public Library
</p><div><div>The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations&mdash;including research and branch libraries&mdash;throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.</div></div></div><p></p>

Metadata Specialist II

<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Department:
  </strong>
  Branch Libraries
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Location:
  </strong>
  Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Compensation:
  </strong>
  $76,000 - $90,000 / year
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <strong>
  Description
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Overview
  <br/>
 </strong>
 The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) is the largest circulating library within the New York Public Library (NYPL) system. It serves as a vital hub for patrons in and around New York City, connecting neighborhood libraries with the extensive collections of our research libraries.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The Managing Librarian provides direct leadership and oversight to departmental staff, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of essential public services. This role involves active participation in daily operations, including staff supervision, problem-solving, and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures to best serve the community.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 This onsite role requires a consistent presence within the department to foster strong relationships with staff and the community. The Managing Librarian will be actively engaged in directly addressing patron issues and concerns, and ensuring a visible and accessible point of contact for public service matters. A deep understanding of the SNFL library community is essential.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  We are looking for someone we can count on to:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Own
 </strong>
 :
 <ul>
  <li>
   Leadership of the SNFL&rsquo;s adult programming and outreach services.
  </li>
  <li>
   Communication and evaluation of community needs and trends, forecasting future demographic shifts, and formulating long-term strategies for programs and outreach.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Teach
 </strong>
 :
 <ul>
  <li>
   Best practices, ensuring staff have the hard and soft skills required to provide successful SNFL programs and outreach services.
  </li>
  <li>
   Prioritizing tasks and managing multiple responsibilities.
  </li>
  <li>
   Addressing public concerns and issues with tact, courtesy, and sound judgment.
  </li>
  <li>
   Timely communication with colleagues regarding the requirements for library events and operations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Listening actively, seeking mutual understanding, and managing direct reports to ensure efficient work in a fast-paced environment.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Learn:
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   New and emerging technologies and best practices in library programming and outreach services.
  </li>
  <li>
   To understand the core roles and responsibilities of the team and the ability to comprehend and apply library policies and procedures when needed.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Improve
 </strong>
 :
 <ul>
  <li>
   Patrons&rsquo; programmatic experience aligned with flagship reading and engagement initiatives.
  </li>
  <li>
   SNFL team engagement with regular strategic discussions to enhance programmatic offerings and attendance.
  </li>
  <li>
   Cross-functional collaboration and communication.
  </li>
  <li>
   Programs and outreach opportunities to significantly enhance the library&rsquo;s presence and forge meaningful partnerships within the community.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Some expectations for this role are that within:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  1 month
 </strong>
 , this person will:
 <ul>
  <li>
   Become familiar with managerial responsibilities, project timelines, administrative tasks, and branch obligations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Engage in one-on-one discussions with SNFL leadership, direct reports, internal staff, and key department heads to collaboratively support and enhance our programs and outreach initiatives.
  </li>
  <li>
   Recommend best practices and protocols to support a robust series of programs and outreach initiatives.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  3 months
 </strong>
 , this person will:
 <ul>
  <li>
   Work to create more efficient workflows for the programming/outreach team and more effectively communicate with our cross-functional team colleagues.
  </li>
  <li>
   Responsible for participating in the hiring process related to new roles. Includes interviewing and decision-making for the procurement of new team members.
  </li>
  <li>
   Responsible for effectively managing time in communicating with colleagues and other departments within the library, along with vendors and partnerships.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  6 months and beyond
 </strong>
 , this person will:
 <ul>
  <li>
   Plan, develop, and implement flagship public programs and outreach initiatives to address the needs of a diverse community.
  </li>
  <li>
   Partner with NYPL leadership to ensure ongoing professional development of staff to align skills and capabilities with the mission and strategic priorities of the Library
  </li>
  <li>
   Utilizes internal and external metrics to report key issues to SNFL leadership and stakeholders, fostering data-driven decision-making.
  </li>
  <li>
   Partner and strategize with other NYPL departments (administrative, support, and programmatic) to develop and launch new service initiatives and resolve staff &amp; operational issues.
  </li>
  <li>
   Work with SNFL leadership to develop a 5-year strategic plan to enhance readers' advisory opportunities and training for staff across all age groups
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Responsibilities
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Inspire and lead a team to curate all adult programs and outreach activities at the library.
  </li>
  <li>
   Collaborate with the Director, Assistant Director, and unit heads of SNFL to design, plan, and lead engaging flagship programs and outreach events tailored to meet the interests and needs of adult patrons within the community.
  </li>
  <li>
   Take several shifts per week as the Leader on Duty (L.O.D.), and on the public service desk if needed. Provide public service support by addressing patron and staff issues or concerns and ensuring a visible, accessible point of contact for public service matters.
  </li>
  <li>
   Engage collaboratively on special library-wide initiatives that not only align with organizational goals but also enrich all facets of library programs and outreach. This includes enhancing public service, improving user experience, developing diverse collections, creating effective marketing strategies, and streamlining materials processing. Additionally, focus on implementing policies that foster a welcoming library environment, assessing and maintaining library facilities, and supporting staffing and performance management to ensure high-quality service for all patrons.
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist staff in creating engaging and visually appealing promotional materials to enhance branch programming and outreach initiatives.
  </li>
  <li>
   Identifying and facilitating outreach opportunities to expand the library&rsquo;s presence and partnerships within the community.
  </li>
  <li>
   In the absence of the administration, assume overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the building.
  </li>
  <li>
   Participates in library and institution-wide committees or task forces as needed.
  </li>
  <li>
   Support other duties as assigned.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Required Education, Experience &amp; Skills
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Required Education &amp; Certifications
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   ALA-accredited Master&rsquo;s degree in Library and Information Science
  </li>
  <li>
   Public Librarian&rsquo;s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Required Experience
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Demonstrated track record of successful implementation of flagship public programs in a large urban public library
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrated track record of connecting with large community organizations to promote the library and its resources
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience integrating emerging technologies and social media to bolster the patron experience and collaboration in both physical and virtual spaces
  </li>
  <li>
   Membership in professional library associations and related organizations
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Required Skills
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Outstanding interpersonal, oral, written, and communication skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Extensive proficiency in using social media platforms and emerging technologies in libraries.
  </li>
  <li>
   Successfully demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, identify and assess problems, and decisively implement appropriate solutions or recommendations
  </li>
  <li>
   Exceptional organizational and planning skills, with a proven ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and work independently while consistently meeting deadlines.
  </li>
  <li>
   Possess a robust analytical mindset, backed by a proven track record of leveraging metrics to drive strategic decision-making effectively.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Manage a team of supervising librarians and non-union staff.
  </li>
  <li>
   Participate in information gathering and decision-making processes.
  </li>
  <li>
   Schedule monthly one-on-one meetings with direct reports to discuss their responsibilities and any related concerns.
  </li>
  <li>
   Support the selection, hiring, and performance evaluation of staff.
  </li>
  <li>
   Track and maintain monthly reports on SNFL programming, outreach, and other relevant statistics to support library initiatives and goals.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  More...
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Core Values
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <em>
  All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
 </em>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Be
   <strong>
    Helpful
   </strong>
   to patrons and colleagues
  </li>
  <li>
   Be
   <strong>
    Resourceful
   </strong>
   in solving problems
  </li>
  <li>
   Be
   <strong>
    Curious
   </strong>
   in all aspects of your work
  </li>
  <li>
   Be
   <strong>
    Welcoming
   </strong>
   and
   <strong>
    Inclusive
   </strong>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Work Environment
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Public Library
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Physical Duties
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Lifting up to 25 lbs. required
  </li>
  <li>
   Occasionally climb ladders
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Pre-Placement
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Physical Required?
  <br/>
 </strong>
 No
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Union/Non Union
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Non-Union
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  FLSA Status
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Exempt
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Schedule
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   35 hours per week
  </li>
  <li>
   To be scheduled during branch hours
  </li>
  <li>
   Evenings and weekends as required
  </li>
  <li>
   Schedule subject to change
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <em>
  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.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </em>
 <strong>
  <em>
   The New York Public Library
  </em>
 </strong>
 <em>
 </em>
 <strong>
  <em>
   Salary Statement
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </em>
 </strong>
 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.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).
</div>


Managing Librarian, Programs and Outreach

<div><div><div><div><div><b>Overview</b><br>
The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) is the largest circulating library within the New York Public Library (NYPL) system. It serves as a vital hub for patrons in and around New York City, connecting neighborhood libraries with the extensive collections of our research libraries.</div><div><br>
</div><div>The Managing Librarian provides direct leadership and oversight to departmental staff, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of essential public services. This role involves active participation in daily operations, including staff supervision, problem-solving, and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures to best serve the community.<br>
</div><div>This onsite role requires a consistent presence within the department to foster strong relationships with staff and the community. The Managing Librarian will be actively engaged in directly addressing patron issues and concerns, and ensuring a visible and accessible point of contact for public service matters. A deep understanding of the SNFL library community is essential.</div><div>
<br>
<b>We are looking for someone we can count on to:</b></div><div><br>
<br>
</div><div><b>Own</b>:</div><ul>
<li>Leadership of the SNFL&rsquo;s adult programming and outreach services.</li>
<li>Communication and evaluation of community needs and trends, forecasting future demographic shifts, and formulating long-term strategies for programs and outreach.</li>
</ul><div><b>Teach</b>:</div><ul>
<li>Best practices, ensuring staff have the hard and soft skills required to provide successful SNFL programs and outreach services.</li>
<li>Prioritizing tasks and managing multiple responsibilities.</li>
<li>Addressing public concerns and issues with tact, courtesy, and sound judgment.</li>
<li>Timely communication with colleagues regarding the requirements for library events and operations.</li>
<li>Listening actively, seeking mutual understanding, and managing direct reports to ensure efficient work in a fast-paced environment.</li>
</ul><div><b>Learn:</b>
</div><ul><li>New and emerging technologies and best practices in library programming and outreach services.</li>
<li>To understand the core roles and responsibilities of the team and the ability to comprehend and apply library policies and procedures when needed.</li>
</ul><div><b>Improve</b>:</div><ul>
<li>Patrons&rsquo; programmatic experience aligned with flagship reading and engagement initiatives.</li>
<li>SNFL team engagement with regular strategic discussions to enhance programmatic offerings and attendance.</li>
<li>Cross-functional collaboration and communication.</li>
<li>Programs and outreach opportunities to significantly enhance the library&rsquo;s presence and forge meaningful partnerships within the community.</li>
</ul><div><b>Some expectations for this role are that within:</b></div><div><br>
<br>
</div><div><b>1 month</b>, this person will:</div><ul>
<li>Become familiar with managerial responsibilities, project timelines, administrative tasks, and branch obligations.</li>
<li>Engage in one-on-one discussions with SNFL leadership, direct reports, internal staff, and key department heads to collaboratively support and enhance our programs and outreach initiatives.</li>
<li>Recommend best practices and protocols to support a robust series of programs and outreach initiatives.</li>
</ul><div><b>3 months</b>, this person will:</div><ul>
<li>Work to create more efficient workflows for the programming/outreach team and more effectively communicate with our cross-functional team colleagues.</li>
<li>Responsible for participating in the hiring process related to new roles. Includes interviewing and decision-making for the procurement of new team members.</li>
<li>Responsible for effectively managing time in communicating with colleagues and other departments within the library, along with vendors and partnerships.</li>
</ul><div><b>6 months and beyond</b>, this person will:</div><ul>
<li>Plan, develop, and implement flagship public programs and outreach initiatives to address the needs of a diverse community.</li>
<li>Partner with NYPL leadership to ensure ongoing professional development of staff to align skills and capabilities with the mission and strategic priorities of the Library</li>
<li>Utilizes internal and external metrics to report key issues to SNFL leadership and stakeholders, fostering data-driven decision-making.</li>
<li>Partner and strategize with other NYPL departments (administrative, support, and programmatic) to develop and launch new service initiatives and resolve staff &amp; operational issues.</li>
<li>Work with SNFL leadership to develop a 5-year strategic plan to enhance readers' advisory opportunities and training for staff across all age groups</li>
</ul><div><b>Responsibilities</b>
</div><ul><li>Inspire and lead a team to curate all adult programs and outreach activities at the library.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the Director, Assistant Director, and unit heads of SNFL to design, plan, and lead engaging flagship programs and outreach events tailored to meet the interests and needs of adult patrons within the community.</li>
<li>Take several shifts per week as the Leader on Duty (L.O.D.), and on the public service desk if needed. Provide public service support by addressing patron and staff issues or concerns and ensuring a visible, accessible point of contact for public service matters.</li>
<li>Engage collaboratively on special library-wide initiatives that not only align with organizational goals but also enrich all facets of library programs and outreach. This includes enhancing public service, improving user experience, developing diverse collections, creating effective marketing strategies, and streamlining materials processing. Additionally, focus on implementing policies that foster a welcoming library environment, assessing and maintaining library facilities, and supporting staffing and performance management to ensure high-quality service for all patrons.</li>
<li>Assist staff in creating engaging and visually appealing promotional materials to enhance branch programming and outreach initiatives.</li>
<li>Identifying and facilitating outreach opportunities to expand the library&rsquo;s presence and partnerships within the community.</li>
<li>In the absence of the administration, assume overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the building.</li>
<li>Participates in library and institution-wide committees or task forces as needed.</li>
<li>Support other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul></div></div></div><p>Required Education, Experience &amp; Skills
</p><div><div><div><div><b>Required Education &amp; Certifications</b>
</div><ul><li>ALA-accredited Master&rsquo;s degree in Library and Information Science</li>
<li>Public Librarian&rsquo;s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York</li>
</ul><div><b>Required Experience</b>
</div><ul><li>Demonstrated track record of successful implementation of flagship public programs in a large urban public library</li>
<li>Demonstrated track record of connecting with large community organizations to promote the library and its resources</li>
<li>Experience integrating emerging technologies and social media to bolster the patron experience and collaboration in both physical and virtual spaces</li>
<li>Membership in professional library associations and related organizations</li>
</ul><div><b>Required Skills</b>
</div><ul><li>Outstanding interpersonal, oral, written, and communication skills</li>
<li>Extensive proficiency in using social media platforms and emerging technologies in libraries.</li>
<li>Successfully demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, identify and assess problems, and decisively implement appropriate solutions or recommendations</li>
<li>Exceptional organizational and planning skills, with a proven ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and work independently while consistently meeting deadlines.</li>
<li>Possess a robust analytical mindset, backed by a proven track record of leveraging metrics to drive strategic decision-making effectively.</li>
</ul><div><b>Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities</b>
</div><ul><li>Manage a team of supervising librarians and non-union staff.</li>
<li>Participate in information gathering and decision-making processes.</li>
<li>Schedule monthly one-on-one meetings with direct reports to discuss their responsibilities and any related concerns.</li>
<li>Support the selection, hiring, and performance evaluation of staff.</li>
<li>Track and maintain monthly reports on SNFL programming, outreach, and other relevant statistics to support library initiatives and goals.</li>
</ul></div></div></div><p>More...
</p><div><div><div><div><b>Core Values</b><br>
<i>All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:</i>
</div><ul><li>Be <b>Helpful</b> to patrons and colleagues</li>
<li>Be <b>Resourceful</b> in solving problems</li>
<li>Be <b>Curious</b> in all aspects of your work</li>
<li>Be <b>Welcoming</b> and <b>Inclusive</b>
</li></ul><div><b>Work Environment</b>
</div><ul><li>Public Library</li></ul><div>
<b>Physical Duties</b>
</div><ul><li>Lifting up to 25 lbs. required</li>
<li>Occasionally climb ladders</li>
</ul><div><b>Pre-Placement</b> <b>Physical Required?</b><br>
No<br>
<br>
<b>Union/Non Union</b><br>
Non-Union<br>
<br>
<b>FLSA Status</b><br>
Exempt<br>
<br>
<b>Schedule</b>
</div><ul><li>35 hours per week</li>
<li>To be scheduled during branch hours
</li><li>Evenings and weekends as required</li>
<li>Schedule subject to change</li>
</ul><div>
<br>
<i>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.</i><br>
<br>
<b><i>The New York Public Library</i></b><i> </i><b><i>Salary Statement</i></b>
</div><div>
<br>
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.</div><div><br>
</div><div>Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).</div></div></div>
</div><p>About The New York Public Library
</p><div><div>The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations&mdash;including research and branch libraries&mdash;throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.</div></div></div><p></p>

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