Community Library Information Specialist

New York Public Library; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The New York Public Library is seeking a Library Information Assistant at Westchester Square Library. You will provide circulation and reference services to patrons of all ages, and support outreach and programming efforts.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and strong public service and communication skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and work as part of a team in a public library setting.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree required; liberal arts background preferred.
• Proven public service experience with diverse patrons.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and handle multiple tasks.
• Interest in literature and encouraging reading.
• Excellent organizational and planning abilities.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Google apps; PCs/Macs.

Aufgaben

• Provide circulation/reference service and instruction to patrons of all ages.
• Answer questions in person, by phone, and online.
• Participate in community outreach to promote library use.
• Assist in planning and delivering library programs for all ages.
• Instruct on Internet use, computer applications, and library services.
• Assist with fines, collection management, holds, and closing procedures.
• Ensure adherence to library policies; may supervise in the Manager’s absence.
• Support related duties as needed.

Kenntnisse

Public service

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Teamwork

Literature appreciation

Organization

Computer skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Google applications

PCs & Macs

e-reader devices

Online searching

Social media

Jobbeschreibung

The New York Public Library is seeking a Library Information Assistant at Westchester Square Library. You will provide circulation and reference services to patrons of all ages, and support outreach and programming efforts.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and strong public service and communication skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and work as part of a team in a public library setting.