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Library Page - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building / Collection Development

Company
New York Public Library
Location
New York, NY
Work type
Part Time
Posted
2026-10-07

Job description

Key Responsibilities
Under the direction of The Senior Collections Processing Associate, the Library Page:
Pulls books from a picklist for the Google Books Library Project
Packs books selected for scanning and brings them to the pickup area
Unloads books when they are returned and brings them to the Milstein Stacks
Handles fragile collection materials that may require light preservation and/or stabilization
Performs other related tasks as needed
Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Experience
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
Required Skills
Ability to accurately and efficiently sort and arrange items in alphanumeric order
Strong organizational skills and ability to follow detailed instruction in a fast-paced environment
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work with a diverse patronage
Superb interpersonal and communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
Demonstrated reliability and professionalism
Basic computer and basic technology skills such as Microsoft Office Suite and Google Applications

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:
Navigates customer interactions and escalates issues to the manager

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with research library collections preferred
Ability to speak foreign languages preferred

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