Library Circulation Assistant Jobs in Secaucus, NJ

The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations—including research and branch libraries—throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.

NYPL is seeking a Library Attendant Guard to maintain an environment that is safe and comfortable for our Library users and employees. The Library Attendant Guard is the first line of security at NYPL buildings. They will respond to emergencies, perform general security duties, and document unusual incidents. The Library Attendant Guard must work as a member of the Security team, act professionally and demonstrate courtesy and respect to all.

Responsibilities Under the general supervision of an Assistant Security Supervisor, the Library Attendant Guard:

• Enforces the Library's rules of conduct for all patrons and visitors.
• Periodically tours building and grounds, examining doors and windows to determine whether they are secure and not tampered with
• Confronts unauthorized persons for questioning, and call for assistance from security office or police, according to the circumstances
• Ensures that Library users, staff and other outside contractors adhere to the rules of security to prevent theft, fire, damage, and personal injury
• Provide security presence at special events, including private screenings, parties, etc.
• Write comprehensive reports of incidents to assist with investigations and documentation of incidents
• Reports any unusual conditions or malfunctions in heating, plumbing, electrical or other parts of the buildings mechanical systems to facilities services
• Utilize Security Technology as part of the security strategy
• Required to work at any assigned post and other NYPL facilities as needed
• Performs related duties as required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Required Experience
• 2+ years of prior security experience Required Skills
• Good oral and written communication skills and ability to deal tactfully and effectively with staff and public
• Ability to work at any assigned post
• Must pass physical examination
• Must have a valid New York State Security Guard Registration Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

New York Public Library is hiring for a Library Attendant Guard Position in Midtown, New York City. Base pay starts at $17.4/hr.