The New York Public Library
Library Page - Conservation Lab
The New York Public Library, New York, New York, United States, 10001
Library Page - Conservation Lab
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. Up to 19 hrs/week; schedules are variable based on the Library's needs and may be subject to change. 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 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 Up to 19 hours per week within the business hours Monday-Friday, 9 am - 5 pm. About The New York Public Library
The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locationsincluding research and branch librariesthroughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.
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. Up to 19 hrs/week; schedules are variable based on the Library's needs and may be subject to change. 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 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 Up to 19 hours per week within the business hours Monday-Friday, 9 am - 5 pm. About The New York Public Library
The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locationsincluding research and branch librariesthroughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.