The New York Society Library seeks an enthusiastic, flexible, and service-oriented candidate to fill the position of part-time Children's & Young Adult (YA) Library Assistant. The Children’s & YA Library Assistant provides services to Library members using the Children's Library and YA collection and assists in all aspects of management of the Children's Library. The position reports to the Head of the Children’s Library. This is a part-time position, with weekly Sunday hours and weekday evening hours, as well as some Saturdays, required. 
 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current enrollment in an MLS degree program with a concentration in youth services
• Familiarity with literature and related resources for children and young adults
• Experience working with children and teens in a professional or volunteer capacity
• Creativity and ability to work as part of a team
• Confidence to work independently
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Technology proficiency
• Completed coursework in children's and/or young adult literature
• Reference skills coursework and/or library reference experience

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide reference and readers' advisory services
• Assist with planning and presentation of children's and young adult events
• Assist with collection development of children's and young adult materials
• Collaborate on print and digital communications
• Maintain order and safety in the department
• Assist with data collection and assessment
• Participate in Library outreach projects, including Project Cicero

POSITION HOURS AND SALARY

• This is a part-time position (up to 21 hours per week) including Sunday 11 AM – 5 PM, weekly. Additional hours to be comprised of weekday and evening shifts, and some Saturdays.
• Salary: $20/hour

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical:

• Sititing: 60-80%
• Standing/walking: 20-40%
• Lifting: Occcasional lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Vision: Requires long periods of work at computers

Environmental:

• Indoor environment; working closely with others and also independently.
• Occasional exposure to dust and mold.

TO APPLY
Candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and three professional references with contact information to Randi Levy, Head of the Children's Library, at rlevy@nysoclib.org with "Children's & YA Library Assistant" in the subject line. The cover letter must include your weekend availability and weekday evening availability.  Applications without the requested information will not be considered.

Proof of full vaccination required

ABOUT THE LIBRARY
The New York Society Library is a historic membership library founded in 1754. The Library today is open to all for reading, reference, and selected events, with circulation and other services by subscription. The beautiful landmarked building dates from 1917 and includes reading rooms, spaces for study, book stacks, a Children's Library, and the Assunta, Ignazio, Ada and Romano Peluso Exhibition Gallery. The Library has approximately 300,000 volumes and hosts a variety of special events, reading groups, and workshops, as well as the New York City Book Awards.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The New York Society Library provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.