Bookmobile Librarian - Manhattan

The New York Public Library; New York (NY); On-site; USD 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Public Library is seeking a Bookmobile Librarian/Specialist II to operate the Manhattan bookmobile and engage with diverse communities. The ideal candidate will promote the Library, provide reference services, and build partnerships to enhance community access to literature and library programs.

Qualifications

• Valid NY, NJ or CT driver’s license.
• Experience building partnerships with local organizations.
• Ability to communicate in a language besides English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Manhattan bookmobile across various locations.
• Provide reference service and resource recommendations.
• Conduct community outreach events promoting library services.

Skills

Public service commitment

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies

Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate - State of New York

Job description

Bookmobile Librarian/Specialist II - Manhattan

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Description

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.

Department: Reading & Engagement

Location: Manhattan

Compensation: $70,393 / year

Description

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.

The Library provides bookmobile service to communities across the Bronx, Manhattan and Staten Island.

NYPL is seeking Senior Librarians who will enthusiastically promote the Library and positively engage with residents of all ages from communities throughout the boroughs in exciting new ways. As such, these Librarians will also 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 Senior Manager, Outreach Services, the Senior Librarian:

• Operates the Manhattan bookmobile at various locations across Manhattan
• Provides reference service and resource recommendations
• Partners with the collection development team to build and maintain the bookmobile collection ensuring it is diverse, current, relevant, and meets the needs of communities served
• Aids in organizing and coordinating bookmobile visits, conducts community outreach events engaging with diverse populations promoting library services and programming to meet specific community needs
• Develops partnerships with community based organizations, city support agencies, educational institutions and local businesses to promote the library’s services, programs, and collections
• Develops and maintains content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, and X formerly Twitter
• Assists with circulation and reserves
• Keeps accurate records of bookmobile activities, including attendance and community engagement metrics, which are used in the evaluation and assessment of the bookmobile program's impact on the community.
• Maintains a working knowledge of trends in literature, educational and development needs, library 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 or Master's degree in a related field
• Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York

Required Skills

• Valid NY, NJ or CT driver’s license
• Strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage
• Knowledge of literature and library collections
• 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
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for adults in urban public libraries preferred
• Ability to communicate in a language besides English
  
  

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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
• Manhattan

Physical Duties

• Driving the bookmobile throughout Manhattan
• Providing customer service from inside and outside the bookmobile
• Lifting up to 15 lbs and operating a mechanical lift.
• Sitting and standing for periods of time in a smaller space
• Daily use of a laptop computer

Physical Required?
No

Union/Non Union
Local 1930

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Schedule
35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular 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 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).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Libraries

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