Student Library Page - Part-Time (Evenings & Sat)

New York Public Library; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The New York Public Library is seeking a Library Page at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library to support the Branch Libraries team. The role emphasizes friendly customer service, shelving, and assisting patrons with basic computer tasks in a busy public library environment.

Scheduled for 17.5 hours per week, including evenings and Saturdays, the position requires enrollment in a degree program and compliance with NYS minor employment rules.

Qualifications

• Page Positions are reserved for candidates who are currently enrolled as students in a degree program/accredited school. (High School, GED Program, Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, etc)
• Proper employment certificate for minors under 18 as required by NYS law

Responsibilities

• Projects a positive and courteous attitude to the public by providing exceptional customer service
• Shelves and arranges books and other library materials in order alphabetically and numerically
• Answers in-person inquiries, helps patrons locate needed materials and refers patrons to the appropriate place or person for assistance
• Assists patrons with basic computer, printing, photocopier, and audio/visual equipment usage
• Locates and prepares library materials requested by patrons
• Assists staff with checking materials for damage and removing them from the shelves
• Assists with virtual and in-person classes, events, and programs
• Performs other related tasks as needed

Skills

Alphanumeric sorting

Organizational skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Reliability

Basic computer skills

Education

Student enrollment in degree program

Minor employment certificate (NYS)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Applications

Job description

The New York Public Library is seeking a Library Page at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library to support the Branch Libraries team. The role emphasizes friendly customer service, shelving, and assisting patrons with basic computer tasks in a busy public library environment.

Scheduled for 17.5 hours per week, including evenings and Saturdays, the position requires enrollment in a degree program and compliance with NYS minor employment rules.