Collection Technician

The New York Public Library • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The New York Public Library's (NYPL) collections are among the most important, unique, and comprehensive ever assembled for the free use of the public. Its research centers provide opportunities for engagement with unique collections, inspirational reading rooms, exhibitions, programs, and a range of research services. The Research Libraries collections are wide-ranging, including archives, rare books, manuscripts, maps, photographs, prints, drawings, artwork, and audio and moving image recordings. NYPL is seeking an hourly Collection Technician to join a staffing pool to assist with collection management projects, including collection moves, inventory, cleaning of collection items, and packing library materials.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Related work experience handling collection items in a library, museum, gallery or other cultural institution
• Experience with creating custom packing/housing for objects
• Knowledge of a broad range of archival packing and housing materials
• Attention to detail; ability to confirm locations and track materials

Responsibilities

• Safely move collection items from one location to another, deploying appropriate handling methods for a variety of cultural heritage materials. Quantities can vary from small (from one item from a cart to a shelf) to large-scale moves
• Create or check item inventories of collection items; update collection-related spreadsheets or databases
• Remove surface dust from collections prior to moving items to new storage areas
• Create custom boxes, folders, or other temporary housing to safely transport oversized collection items between Research Centers as part of collection moves
• Follow instructions to collect preventive conservation data

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees