Library Page with Growth Fellowship (Evenings/Sat, 19 hrs)

The New York Public Library; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A prominent public library in New York seeks a Library Page to assist patrons, organize research materials, and enhance community engagement. This role offers 19 hours of work per week, predominantly evenings and Saturdays. Ideal candidates demonstrate reliability, strong communication skills, and a passion for helping others in a diverse environment. The Library Page position includes entry into a Fellowship Program for career development and mentorship. Non-Union, Non-Exempt.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a degree program at an accredited school.
• Proper employment certificate for minors under 18 as required by NYS law.

Responsibilities

• Locates and retrieves requested research materials.
• Organizes, shifts, and shelves research materials.
• Checks in materials.
• Shelf-reads and ensures proper alignment of books.
• Is punctual and projects a positive and courteous attitude.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

Ability to sort items

Education

Current enrollment in a degree program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Applications

Job description

A prominent public library in New York seeks a Library Page to assist patrons, organize research materials, and enhance community engagement. This role offers 19 hours of work per week, predominantly evenings and Saturdays. Ideal candidates demonstrate reliability, strong communication skills, and a passion for helping others in a diverse environment. The Library Page position includes entry into a Fellowship Program for career development and mentorship. Non-Union, Non-Exempt.