The New York Botanical Garden
Library Assistant
The
New York Botanical Garden, a National Historic Landmark and one of NYC’s
premier cultural institutions, seeks a dynamic Library Assistant. The Library
Assistant carries out basic duties to support Library operations, especially in
support of reference, circulation, Interlibrary Loan, and collection
maintenance.
- Retrieval of materials from the Library stacks for Library users, and accurate re-shelving of materials in stacks.
- Copying and scanning of materials in fulfillment of Interlibrary Loan and reference requests.
- Accurate filing of vertical file and special collection materials including careful handling of rare book and manuscript material.
- Maintain order and cleanliness in stack areas.
- Search for missing book and journal issues.
- Assist with circulation desk functions including checking materials in and out, issuing library cards, and bar-coding materials.
- Carry out related duties and assist with special projects as needed.
Requirements:
- Service oriented with a good eye for detail.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills.
- Previous library experience is desired.
- Must be available afternoon hours between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.
To Apply:
Please indicate Library
Assistant, L-0116 on cover letter and e-mail along with a resume to HR@NYBG.ORG
or visit our website at WWW.NYBG.ORG
and click on About and Employment.
The New York
Botanical Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer
