Librarian

City of New York • New York City, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Records/Municipal Library seeks a responsible individual to join its team. Under supervision, with some latitude for the exercise of independent judgment or action, the Public Records Officer performs professional library work and/or responsible supervisory work. The Public Records Officer performs original and copy cataloging; contributes to collections management, including the appraisal and weeding of physical collections; assists with database management for the library’s digital collections; and supports reference and research services for the library and archives. The position will include moving and lifting heavy oversize cartons and books. Work Location: 31 Chambers St., N.Y. Hours/Shift: Full-time - Due to the necessary duties of this position, the candidate may be required to be on call and/or work various shifts such as weekends and/or evening shifts. NO E-MAILS, PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED. NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED. APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET (OMB) APPROVAL. PUBLIC RECORDS OFFICER - 60216

Requirements

• A Masters degree from an accredited college in Library Science, Archival Science, American History, Political Science, or a related area; or
• A baccalaureate degree form an accredited college and one year full-time professional experience in archival, records management or library work; or
• Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have the baccalaureate degree from an accredited college.

Responsibilities

• Performs professional library work
• Performs responsible supervisory work
• Performs original and copy cataloging
• Contributes to collections management, including the appraisal and weeding of physical collections
• Assists with database management for the library’s digital collections
• Supports reference and research services for the library and archives
• Moving and lifting heavy oversize cartons and books

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level