Librarian IV - Business Center

The New York Public Library•New York, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) is The New York Public Library’s premier business library, offering an array of free resources for those interested in personal finance and investing, small business, financial research, and career advancement. It also provides premium electronic resources and related services and programs for businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to established businesses seeking expansion, individuals seeking financial information from experienced investors to those managing their personal finances, and individuals managing their careers. To this end, we offer: Expert librarians to guide research —in-person and online Access to specialized business, industry, and finance databases, e-journals, and other resources that are otherwise out of reach to the average person or small business owner A circulating collection of both print and e-books focused on bestsellers in business, money management, and career development Free, confidential, one-on-one counseling in business, personal finance, and career development from experienced and knowledgeable professionals Training classes and programs taught by staff and industry leaders that are not offered anywhere else The Thomas Yoseloff Business Center seeks a collaborative, engaged librarian with supervisory and strategic planning skills to manage a diverse staff, as well as provide outstanding service in-person and online and offer a varied program of services to a diverse body of library users.

Requirements

ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies
Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York
Undergraduate Degree in business, finance, and/or economics
Experience as a business librarian in a public or academic library setting with demonstrated increasing responsibility
Experience creating and maintaining schedules for a large staff with a variety of different activities
Demonstrated track record of successful implementation of public programs and services in a large urban public library
Experience conducting outreach to community-based organizations and government agencies
Experience working in the NYC small business community
Experience working with government information sources, including some knowledge of Patents and Trademarks, Census Bureau data, government data related to business activities, and law
Membership in professional library associations and related organizations
Successfully demonstrated knowledge of business, economics, and finance resources in print and digital formats
Strong organization, time management, and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
Expertise in using and teaching business digital resources
Successfully demonstrated public service experience with a strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal effectively and tactfully with patrons and staff
Demonstrated ability to cultivate partnerships with community organizations to provide unique and entrepreneurial programs and services
Experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for adults
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills
Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs, and e-reader devices
Demonstrated knowledge of computer services including online searching, social media, reference resources, and databases
Knowledge of emerging library technologies, services, and research trends in academic and research libraries
Adaptability, flexibility, and willingness to engage in continuous learning
Proficiency in a second language

Responsibilities

Provides a full complement of reference desk and front-line service in all subject areas represented by the business library, in person and through virtual consultations
Teaches and develops public classes on the use of Library resources plus other topics relevant to entrepreneurs, investors, or job seekers, both in-person and through remote platforms such as Google Meet and Zoom
Promotes the use of business and financial resources and collections through the creation of discovery tools and resource guides
Trains and assists the public and staff in the use of the library’s business and financial electronic resources
Provides customer assistance with the entrepreneurial and business research process.
Participates in outreach through offsite business, financial, community, and other library events
Assists with updates and content creation for web pages, Libguides, and training materials
Hosts and provides instruction in classes for visiting classes and other groups.
Supports the Business Center’s Managers in the development, coordination, oversight, promotion, assessment, and reporting on programming and instruction activities.
Assists with supervision and training of department staff.
Performs related duties as required