The New York Public Library
Library Page - Photography Conservation
The New York Public Library, New York, New York, United States
Job Description
Job Description Description
Overview
The Library Page position is located in the Library’s Conservation Division, which supports NYPL's three research centers dedicated to the preservation and access of tens of millions of special collections, including rare books, manuscripts, archives, photographic materials, works of art on paper, maps, music scores, and objects/artifacts.
The Library Page position provides the opportunity to work in a large and busy conservation department staffed by conservators and technicians specializing in bound, flat, and photographic materials. The Library Page carries out rehousing and basic stabilization of collections and is trained in these capacities by Conservation staff. In addition, the Library Page may have the opportunity to do more than basic stabilization treatments and prepare items for exhibitions, participate in group projects, and to contribute to the continued development of the lab’s overall workflows, assets, and capabilities.
14 hrs/week, but up to 19 hrs/week may be possible (not guaranteed); schedules are variable based on the Library’s needs and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities Under the direction of the Senior Paper Collections Conservator, the Library Page:
Perform rehousing and basic stabilization of collections Provide support and assistance to other staff members as needed Contribute to the continued development of the lab’s overall organization, workflows, assets, and capabilities Provide additional administrative support to the lab as necessary
Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Certifications
Current enrollment in a
high school or college or degree-granting program Proper employment certificate for minors under 18 as required by NYS law Interest in cultural heritage Required Skills
Demonstrated manual dexterity and hand skills Computer fluency, especially with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Sound organizational skills Demonstrated flexibility and reliability Good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain and foster cooperative and courteous working relationships
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with CAD software Knowledge of history, art history, and/or art techniques
More...
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:
Conservation lab and office setting Physical Duties
Lifting -- perhaps up to 30 lbs Working with machines (computerized mat cutter, ultrasonic and edge polyester welders) Work under fume or dust extraction equipment Work at a workbench (as opposed to a desk) Moving book carts Physical Required? No
Union/Non Union Non Union
FLSA Status Non Exempt
Schedule 14 hours per week, but up to 19 hrs/week may be possible (not guaranteed), within the business hours Monday-Friday, 9 am - 5 pm.
Job Description Description
Overview
The Library Page position is located in the Library’s Conservation Division, which supports NYPL's three research centers dedicated to the preservation and access of tens of millions of special collections, including rare books, manuscripts, archives, photographic materials, works of art on paper, maps, music scores, and objects/artifacts.
The Library Page position provides the opportunity to work in a large and busy conservation department staffed by conservators and technicians specializing in bound, flat, and photographic materials. The Library Page carries out rehousing and basic stabilization of collections and is trained in these capacities by Conservation staff. In addition, the Library Page may have the opportunity to do more than basic stabilization treatments and prepare items for exhibitions, participate in group projects, and to contribute to the continued development of the lab’s overall workflows, assets, and capabilities.
14 hrs/week, but up to 19 hrs/week may be possible (not guaranteed); schedules are variable based on the Library’s needs and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities Under the direction of the Senior Paper Collections Conservator, the Library Page:
Perform rehousing and basic stabilization of collections Provide support and assistance to other staff members as needed Contribute to the continued development of the lab’s overall organization, workflows, assets, and capabilities Provide additional administrative support to the lab as necessary
Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Certifications
Current enrollment in a
high school or college or degree-granting program Proper employment certificate for minors under 18 as required by NYS law Interest in cultural heritage Required Skills
Demonstrated manual dexterity and hand skills Computer fluency, especially with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Sound organizational skills Demonstrated flexibility and reliability Good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain and foster cooperative and courteous working relationships
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with CAD software Knowledge of history, art history, and/or art techniques
More...
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:
Conservation lab and office setting Physical Duties
Lifting -- perhaps up to 30 lbs Working with machines (computerized mat cutter, ultrasonic and edge polyester welders) Work under fume or dust extraction equipment Work at a workbench (as opposed to a desk) Moving book carts Physical Required? No
Union/Non Union Non Union
FLSA Status Non Exempt
Schedule 14 hours per week, but up to 19 hrs/week may be possible (not guaranteed), within the business hours Monday-Friday, 9 am - 5 pm.