Library Assistant

NYC Bar Association•New York, NY

17h•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The New York City Bar Association Library Assistant provides day-to-day administrative and operational support for the Library and its member services. Reporting to the Reference Librarian, the role supports legal research services by retrieving and reshelving library materials, operating microform equipment, copying and scanning requested materials, and distributing materials electronically. The position also supports Virtual Law Firm mail services by receiving, organizing, sorting, and forwarding member mail. Additional duties include maintaining organized and accessible library spaces, responding to member inquiries, and completing filing, data entry, special projects, and other assigned tasks. This is a part-time, on-site position in Midtown Manhattan, scheduled flexibly across generally two to three days per week between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., for a total of up to 15 hours per week. The hourly rate is $20 to $22. Part-time benefits for employees working 15 hours per week include an Employee Assistance Program, complimentary City Bar membership, free City Bar CLEs, and employee discounts, among other benefits.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard office equipment.
Ability to learn library systems, procedures, and equipment.
Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 10 pounds.
Ability to climb step stools and safely reach shelving areas.
Ability to move throughout the Library and storage areas, including retrieving materials from lower-level storage locations.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

Provide general administrative support for Library operations and member services.
Operate microform equipment to locate and reproduce requested materials.
Receive, organize, sort, and forward member mail as part of Virtual Law Firm mail services.
Retrieve books, microforms, and other research materials from library storage locations.
Reshelve books, microforms, and other materials according to library procedures.
Copy, scan, and electronically distribute research materials to members and staff.
Help maintain the organization, appearance, and accessibility of Library collections and public spaces.
Respond to member inquiries and provide courteous, professional assistance in person, by telephone, and via email.
Perform filing, data entry, and other clerical duties as needed.
Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.