# Library Page - Westchester Square Library

**Company**: Nypl
**Location**: Bronx, New York
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Job type**: part time
**Category**: Other
**Industry**: Other

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## Description

We are seeking a Library Page to join our team at the Westchester Square Library, a part of the New York Public Library system.

As a Library Page, you will play a vital role in supporting the library's mission to provide free books, information, ideas, and education to all New Yorkers.

You will have access to the Library Page Fellowship Program, a career growth development program that empowers youth to shape their careers.

The program provides resources to help develop career readiness skills, explore career goals, and provide on-the-job coaching, training, and mentorship.

The library page position is scheduled for 14 hours per week, including evenings and Saturdays, with variable schedules based on library needs.

### Key Responsibilities

- Provide exceptional customer service to the public, projecting a positive and courteous attitude.

- Shelf and arrange books, CDs, DVDs, and other library materials in alphabetical and numerical order.

- Answer in-person inquiries, assist patrons in locating materials, and refer them to the appropriate person or place for assistance.

- Assist patrons with basic computer, internet, and audio/visual equipment usage.

- Locate and prepare library materials requested by patrons.

- Assist staff with checking materials for damage and removing them from the shelves.

- Help set up public spaces for events and programs.

- Perform other related tasks as needed.

### Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

- Current enrollment in a degree program at an accredited school.

- Proper employment certificate for minors under 18 as required by NYS law.

- Ability to accurately and efficiently sort and arrange items in alphanumeric order.

- Strong organizational skills and ability to follow detailed instructions in a fast-paced environment.

- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work with a diverse patronage.

- Superb interpersonal and communication skills.

- Strong problem-solving skills.

- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.

- Demonstrated reliability and professionalism.

- Basic computer and basic technology skills such as Microsoft Office Suite and Google Applications.

### Preferred Qualifications

- Ability to troubleshoot basic computer and printer issues.

- Experience with eReaders and library technologies.

- Ability to speak foreign languages.

### Benefits

- Opportunity to embody the NYPL Core Values: Be Helpful, Be Resourceful, Be Curious, and Be Welcoming and Inclusive.

- Work in a public service library environment.

- Moderate lifting required (up to 25 lbs) and pushing book trucks.

## Skills

### Required
- customer service
- organizational skills
- communication skills
- problem-solving skills
- teamwork
- reliability
- professionalism
- basic computer skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Applications

### Nice to have
- troubleshooting
- eReaders
- library technologies
- foreign languages

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