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The New York Public Library Librarian IV - Business Center Administration in New York, New York
Librarian IV - Business Center Administration
Department: Branch Libraries
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library
Reporting To: Betty Lacy
Compensation: $85,460 / year
Description
Overview
The Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) is The New York Public Library’s premier business library, offering an array of free resources for those interested in personal finance, and investing, small business, financial research, and career advancement. It also provides premium electronic resources and related services and programs for businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to established businesses seeking expansion, individuals seeking financial information from experienced investors to those managing their personal finances, and individuals managing their careers.
To this end, we offer:
Expert librarians to guide research —in-person and online
Access to specialized business, industry, and finance databases, e-journals, and other resources that are otherwise out of reach to the average person or small business owner
A circulating collection of both print and e-books focused on bestsellers in business, money management, and career development
Free, confidential, one-on-one counseling in business, personal finance, and career development from experienced and knowledgeable professionals
Training classes and programs taught by staff and industry leaders that are not offered anywhere else
The Thomas Yoseloff Business Center seeks a collaborative, engaged librarian with supervisory and strategic planning skills to manage a diverse staff, as well as provide outstanding service in-person and online and offer a varied program of services to a diverse body of library users.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Business Center Manager:
Provides a full complement of reference desk and front-line service in all subject areas represented by the business library, in person and through virtual consultations
Teaches and develops public classes on the use of Library resources plus other topics relevant to entrepreneurs, investors, or job seekers, both in-person and through remote platforms such as GoogleMeet and Zoom
Promotes the use of business and financial resources and collections through the creation of discovery tools and resource guides
Trains and assists the public and staff in the use of the library’s business and financial electronic resources
Provides customer assistance with the entrepreneurial and business research process.
Participates in outreach through offsite business, community, and library events
Assists with updates and content creation for web pages, Libguides, and training materials
Hosts and provides instruction in classes for visiting classes and other groups.
Assists the Assistant Manager in the development, coordination, oversight, promotion, assessment, and reporting on programming and instruction activities.
Assists with supervision and training of department staff.
Performs related duties as required
Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Certifications
ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies
Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York
Undergraduate Degree in business, finance, and/or economics
Required Experience
10 years of experience as a business librarian in a public or academic library setting with demonstrated increasing responsibility
Demonstrated track record of successful implementation of public programs and services in a large urban public library
Proficiency in a second language
Experience conducting outreach to community-based organizations and government agencies
Experience working in the NYC small business community
Experience working with government information sources including some knowledge of Patents and Trademarks, Census bureau data, government data related to business activities and law
Membership in professional library associations and relevant related organizations
Required Skills
Successfully demonstrated knowledge of business, economics and finance resources in print and digital formats
Expertise in using and teaching business digital resources
Successfully demonstrated public service experience with a strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal effectively and tactfully with patrons and staff
Demonstrated ability to cultivate partnerships with community organizations to provide unique and entrepreneurial programs and services
Experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for adults
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentation 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, reference resources and databases
Strong organization, time management, and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service, and research trends in academic and research libraries
Adaptability, flexibility and willingness to engage in continuous learning
Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities
Coordinates special schedules to ensure incorporation into monthly and daily schedules
Manages the virtual consultation service, assigning appropriate staff
Ensures appropriate staff coverage at desks, consultations, and classes
Responsible for monthly, weekly, and daily schedule adjustments and communicating these adjustments to staff
Navigates customer interactions and applies best methods to resolve issues
Oversees the library in the absence of the Library Managers
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Core Values
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
Work Environment
- Large urban public library
Physical Duties
Lifting up to 15 lbs.
Sitting and standing for periods of time
Daily use of a computer
Pre-Placement Physical Required?
No
Union/Non Union
Local 1930
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Schedule
35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular location hours (https://www.nypl.org/locations/snfl/yoseloff-business) .
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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