Librarian II, General Humanities Reference

Application Deadline: 10 September 2024

Department: Research Libraries

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

Reporting To: Rebecca Federman

Compensation: $68,177 / year

Description

The General Research Division is the first stop for patrons navigating the Library's vast collection of catalogs, digital resources, and services. We provide  guidance on how to access our collections, while also sharing research methodologies and skills that aid independent research. We offer free reference services in person and by email, as well as research consultations tailored to your needs.  
Reporting to the Assistant Director, General Humanities Reference and the Gregorian Center for Research in the Humanities, the Librarian II will join a team of research service staff who work together to provide excellent public service. The Librarian II will assure that researchers are welcomed and supported in their use and access to our collections by engaging in a range of activities from reference service and consultations, instruction, outreach, and writing.
Key Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Assistant Director, the Librarian II: 

• Provides excellent reference service based on specialized subject knowledge of the collections, key resources, and trends in scholarship
• Provides reference and research assistance and consultations at service points in multiple locations to individuals and groups, both in-person and online
• Helps to oversee day-to-day activities in the Reading Room, including collection development, ensuring proper handling of material and collection security
• Teaches classes for the public and for educational and cultural institutions, and participates in the Library’s outreach and instruction strategy
• Regularly creates and updates online content, such as  research guides, and other assorted educational and outreach materials
• Participates in activities related to the fulfillment of NYPL’s Strategy, particularly those initiatives related to public services, outreach, and instruction
• Maintains a personal program of continuous education and professional development
• Performs related duties as required

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education & Experience

• ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library and Information Studies 
• Undergraduate degree within the Humanities and Social Sciences or related fields

Required Skills

• Successfully demonstrated excellent public service skills and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, with a diverse range of readers, staff, and visitors. 
• Working knowledge of research methods and experience with standard bibliographic tools such as online catalogs, subscription databases, and authoritative sources in the humanities.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate and express ideas clearly and confidently in both writing and in person. 
• Demonstrated ability to productively work both independently and in a team environment. 
• Successfully demonstrated initiative, accuracy, attention to detail, judgment, analytic and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated computer and word processing skills, including Google office products, MS Word and Excel. 
• At ease with public speaking and instruction. 
• Commitment to research in the humanities.

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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

• Research library setting

Physical Duties

• Limited physical effort is required 
• Light lifting required
• May require travel within NYC 

Physical Required?
No

Union/Non Union
Local 1930

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Schedule

• 35 hours to be scheduled Monday-Saturday between 9am-8pm 
• Schedule subject to change 

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