Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures * May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager
Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures * May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager
Adult Librarian - High Bridge Library
Bronx, NY · On-site
$70K/yr
Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures * May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager
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Adult Librarian - High Bridge Library
Bronx, NY · On-site
$70K/yr
Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures * May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager
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Children's Librarian Trainee - Soundview Library
Bronx, NY · On-site
$54K - $56K/yr
Assists with branch operations, including circulation, fines & fees management, reserves, and opening/closing procedures * In the absence of the Library Manager, may take responsibility for the ...
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Children's Librarian Trainee - Soundview Library
Bronx, NY · On-site
$54K - $56K/yr
Assists with branch operations, including circulation, fines & fees management, reserves, and opening/closing procedures * In the absence of the Library Manager, may take responsibility for the ...
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Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures * May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager
Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures * May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager
Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures * May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager
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Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures * May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager
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Young Adult Librarian - Parkchester Library
Bronx, NY · On-site
$70K/yr
Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures * May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager
Young Adult Librarian - Parkchester Library
Bronx, NY · On-site
$70K/yr
Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures * May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager
... staffing the Library circulation desk and/or the Archives reading room, providing support to ... Project management skills * Demonstrated interest in adopting practices of inclusion and ...
... staffing the Library circulation desk and/or the Archives reading room, providing support to ... Project management skills * Demonstrated interest in adopting practices of inclusion and ...
Assists with branch operations, including circulation, fines & fees management, reserves, and opening/closing procedures * In the absence of the Library Manager, may take responsibility for the ...
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Assists with branch operations, including circulation, fines & fees management, reserves, and opening/closing procedures * In the absence of the Library Manager, may take responsibility for the ...
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Research Resources: Library and Archives Assistant
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$32/hr
... circulation, reference, access, organization, and storage. This is a part-time role, 28 hours ... Proficiency in ArchivesSpace, or similar collection management systems. * Proficiency in Microsoft ...
Research Resources: Library and Archives Assistant
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$32/hr
... circulation, reference, access, organization, and storage. This is a part-time role, 28 hours ... Proficiency in ArchivesSpace, or similar collection management systems. * Proficiency in Microsoft ...
Adult Librarian - Great Kills Library
Staten Island, NY · On-site
$55K/yr
Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures * May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager
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Adult Librarian - Great Kills Library
Staten Island, NY · On-site
$55K/yr
Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures * May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager
Access Services Librarian
Wayne, NJ · On-site
Provides training and support for the integrated library system, including revisions of the policy file and circulation calendar. * Generates management reports and prepares statistical reports.
Access Services Librarian
Wayne, NJ · On-site
Provides training and support for the integrated library system, including revisions of the policy file and circulation calendar. * Generates management reports and prepares statistical reports.
Research Resources: Library and Archives Assistant
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$32/hr
... circulation, reference, access, organization, and storage. This is a part-time role, 28 hours ... Proficiency in ArchivesSpace, or similar collection management systems. * Proficiency in Microsoft ...
Quick apply
Research Resources: Library and Archives Assistant
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$32/hr
... circulation, reference, access, organization, and storage. This is a part-time role, 28 hours ... Proficiency in ArchivesSpace, or similar collection management systems. * Proficiency in Microsoft ...
Young Adult Librarian Trainee - Bronx Library Center
Bronx, NY · On-site
$54K - $56K/yr
Assists with branch operations, including circulation, fines & fees management, reserves, and opening/closing procedures * In the absence of the Library Manager, may take responsibility for the ...
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Young Adult Librarian Trainee - Bronx Library Center
Bronx, NY · On-site
$54K - $56K/yr
Assists with branch operations, including circulation, fines & fees management, reserves, and opening/closing procedures * In the absence of the Library Manager, may take responsibility for the ...
New
Research Resources: Library and Archives Assistant
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$32/hr
... circulation, reference, access, organization, and storage. This is a part-time role, 28 hours ... Proficiency in ArchivesSpace, or similar collection management systems. * Proficiency in Microsoft ...
Research Resources: Library and Archives Assistant
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$32/hr
... circulation, reference, access, organization, and storage. This is a part-time role, 28 hours ... Proficiency in ArchivesSpace, or similar collection management systems. * Proficiency in Microsoft ...
Marion Branch Manager (Librarian II)
Jersey City, NJ · On-site
$73K - $78K/yr
This summary outlines the general benefits available to library employees, designed to support ... the circulation desk or with technology; answer reference questions; conduct readers' advisory ...
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Marion Branch Manager (Librarian II)
Jersey City, NJ · On-site
$73K - $78K/yr
This summary outlines the general benefits available to library employees, designed to support ... the circulation desk or with technology; answer reference questions; conduct readers' advisory ...
... staffing the Library circulation desk and/or the Archives reading room, providing support to ... Project management skills * Demonstrated interest in adopting practices of inclusion and ...
... staffing the Library circulation desk and/or the Archives reading room, providing support to ... Project management skills * Demonstrated interest in adopting practices of inclusion and ...
Assists with branch operations, including circulation, fines & fees management, reserves, and opening/closing procedures * In the absence of the Library Manager, may take responsibility for the ...
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Assists with branch operations, including circulation, fines & fees management, reserves, and opening/closing procedures * In the absence of the Library Manager, may take responsibility for the ...
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Operations of this flagship teen library will need a team of talented, creative, enthusiastic, and ... Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures
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Operations of this flagship teen library will need a team of talented, creative, enthusiastic, and ... Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures
Mentors library staff in preparing and presenting children's programs * Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures * May take responsibility for the ...
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Mentors library staff in preparing and presenting children's programs * Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures * May take responsibility for the ...
... circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who ... Our Hiring Process Stage 2: HR Resume/Qualifications Review Stage 3: Hiring Manager Interview Stage ...
... circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who ... Our Hiring Process Stage 2: HR Resume/Qualifications Review Stage 3: Hiring Manager Interview Stage ...
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| Aspect | Library Circulation Manager | Library Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | High school diploma; some roles prefer associate's or bachelor's degree | High school diploma; some roles may require certification or associate's degree |
| Work Environment | Public and academic libraries, managing circulation desks and staff | Libraries, assisting with cataloging, shelving, and patron support |
| Primary Responsibilities | Overseeing circulation operations, managing staff, handling overdue items | Supporting cataloging, shelving, and patron assistance |
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Full-time
Posted 13 days ago
New York Public Library rating
7.5
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Job 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. NYPL's neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island-many of which date to Andrew Carnegie's visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century-are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service, and vital community hubs that provide far more than just free books and materials.
Under the supervision of the Library Manager, the Children's Librarian:
- Provides reference services and resource recommendations using print, media and digital resources
- Collaborates with the Youth Educational Services Department to develop, promote and facilitate innovative programs to build literacy and a love of reading to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community's children, parents and childcare providers, including storytimes and other early literacy programs, visual and performing arts programming, STEM programs, summer reading events, and a variety of other programs both in the Library and throughout the community
- Partners with the collection development team to shape and maintain the Children's collection ensuring it is diverse, current, relevant and meets the needs of the community
- Works to engage children with the collection in ways that allow them to follow their interests and discover new ones
- Conducts outreach to and develops partnerships with community-based organizations, schools, daycare centers, and community groups that target children to promote the library's services (e.g., MyLibraryNYC, the Library's partnership with NYC schools), collections, specialized programs and resources to enhance the reading skills of children
- Encourages digital literacy and provides age-appropriate technology instruction to children
- Develops and maintains content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Pinterest
- Develops and maintains the layout and appearance of the children's space ensuring a safe and inviting area filled with relevant resources
- Mentors library staff in preparing and presenting children's programs
- Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures
- May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager
- Maintains a working knowledge of trends in children's literature, youth services and the profession through webinars, meetings, internal training, conferences, professional literature and organizational memberships
- Performs related duties as required
- ALA accredited Master's degree in Library and Information Studies
- Public Librarian's Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York
- Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for children in urban public libraries preferred
- Strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage
- Experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for Children and their parents/caregivers
- Knowledge and appreciation of children's literature, audiovisual materials, computer resources, and other materials that constitute a balanced, relevant youth collection
- Experience developing, maintaining and marketing Children's collections
- Experience building partnerships with local organizations and schools to better meet the needs of community users
- Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication 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
- Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs and e-reader devices
- Demonstrated knowledge of computer services including online searching, social media and reference resources and databases
- May temporarily oversee the library in the absence of the Library Manager
- Spanish fluency is preferred
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
- Public service library
- Lifting up to 15 lbs.
- Remaining stationary for periods of time
- Daily use of a computer
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Union
Local 1930
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Schedule
35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular branch 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.
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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.
Industry
Libraries and archives
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
New York, NY, US
Year founded
1895