Overview: The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. NYPL’s neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island–many which date to Andrew Carnegie’s visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century–are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service, and vital community hubs that provide far more than just free books and materials.

The Library is seeking an Office Associate to provide quality customer service to our Library users. This position will be scheduled for 35 hours per week during public service hours..

Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Library Manager, the Office Associate I:

Is responsible for clerical administrative duties.

Assists in the revision of Unit timesheets.

Prepares monthly fines and fees reports

Orders Supplies

Responsible for Page Supervision, evaluation, scheduling, and timesheets.

Assists the Library Manager with the recruitment, interviewing, and placement of prospective Pages/Tech Aides.

Performs public service duties as needed.

Performs other related duties as required Application Deadline August 11, 2025 Department Branch Libraries Employment Type Full Time Location Grand Concourse Library Workplace type Onsite Compensation $48,791 / year Reporting To Judith Crawford Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education and Certifications

High school diploma or its equivalent

Required Experience Proficiency with Envisionware and Sierra preferred

Demonstrated knowledge of computer services including on-line searching and Library resources preferred Required Skills Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team

Strong organizational 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 Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:

May temporarily oversee the library in the absence of the Library Manager