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    Librarian/Specialist II - New York, United States - The New York Public Library

    The New York Public Library
    The New York Public Library New York, United States

    1 week ago

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    Job Description

    Job DescriptionDescriptionFounded in 1925 and named a National Historic Landmark in 2017, the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture is one of the world's leading cultural institutions devoted to the collection, preservation, and study of materials focused on African American, African Diaspora, and African experiences. The Schomburg Center, featuring diverse programming and collections spanning over 10 million items, has for over nine decades illuminated the richness of black history, arts, and experience worldwide. As a key part of one of the largest public library systems in the world, the Schomburg Center is committed to maximizing free and public access to its collections, exhibitions, educational activities, and much of its programming.
    The Schomburg Center is made up of five research divisions: Manuscripts, Archives and Rare Books Division, Prints and Photographs, Art and Artifacts, Moving Image and Recorded Sound and Jean Blackwell Huston Research and Reference. Each division holds original and unique primary source materials. Highlights include the rare treasures from Arturo Alfonso Schomburg's personal holdings, Augusta Savage's sculptures, Sonny Rollins' recordings, photographic documentation of Harlem, and an extensive collection of scholarship chronicling the Black experience across the Diaspora. The Librarian II/Specialist II is responsible for providing reference services across the divisions. The inter-divisional position will allow the reference librarian to gain experience in multiple formats. The reference librarian interfaces with the public and the research community, performing an important public service function within the Schomburg Center and the field itself. The reference librarian will work 17.5 hours per week to be scheduled between Tuesday and Saturday, 10:00am-6:00pm, and some evenings and weekends as required. Schedule is subject to change. This is a 12-month temporary, part-time position.
    Responsibilities:
    • Provide onsite reference and referral services, written and remote reference assistance, and subject expertise of Black history and Culture
    • Provide in-depth research assistance to users via one-on-one consultations
    • Participate in outreach activities such as class visits, group presentations, and donor and membership tours
    • Update and create content for Web pages, user guides and training materials
    • Maintain a personal program of continuous education and professional development
    • Perform other duties as required

    Required Education, Experience & SkillsRequired Education & Experience
    • ALA-accredited Master's degree in library, archival or information studies, or Master's degree in liberal arts or humanities and successful completion of archival training
    • Experience working in a library or archive
    Required Skills
    • Knowledge of African American, African and African diasporan history
    • Demonstrated experience providing reference service in a library or archival repository
    • Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
    • Successfully demonstrated initiative, accuracy, attention to detail, judgment, and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
    • Demonstrated digital literacy skills
    Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:
    • May supervise library Pages

    Preferred Qualifications
    • Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for adults in urban public libraries preferred


    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
    • Research Library
    Physical Duties
    • Limited physical effort is required
    • Daily use of a computer
    Physical Required?
    No

    Union/Non Union
    Local 1930

    FLSA Status
    Non-Exempt

    Schedule
    17.5 hours per week to be scheduled between Tuesday and Saturday, 10:00am-6:00pm, and some evenings and weekends as required. Schedule is subject to change.

    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 LibrarySalary 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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