Library Investigator Job at New York Public Library in New York
New York Public Library, New York, NY, United States
Library Investigator
Department: Security
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
Reporting To: William Mclaughlin
Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000 / year
Description
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. Founded in 1895, NYPL is the nation’s largest public library system, featuring a unique combination of 88 neighborhood branches and four scholarly research centers, bringing together an extraordinary richness of resources and opportunities available to all.
NYPL seeks an experienced security professional for the position of Library Investigator. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing investigations of alleged criminal and/or other conduct which has or may result in a negative impact on NYPL. This includes employee or non‑employee criminal behavior as it relates to NYPL, as well as conduct that violates NYPL policy.
We are looking for someone we can count on to:
Own: Security inside of assigned branches
Teach: Staff and contract security to stay safe during the working day
Learn: The security needs of the assigned library staff
Improve: Relationships with local first responders as well as safety within assigned branches
Some expectations for this role are that within:
1 month , this person will:
Learn CCTV and NYPL investigations
3 months , this person will:
Develop relationships with NYPL leadership and staff
6 months and beyond , this person will:
Develop relationships with the first responder community
Responsibilities
Provide field security investigations for incidents involving any crimes or violations of NYPL rules and regulations committed on library property
Prepare and record incident reports of activities and investigations
Visit branch libraries, conduct security surveys, and collaborate effectively with the library managers and other library staff
Assist in the supervision of contractual guard services to ensure compliance
Must be available to respond to emergencies after hours and available for security coverage at after‑hour Library functions
May be required to work at any NYPL facility
Collaborate effectively with the NYPD and other city agencies
Serve as a liaison between NYPL and first responders (NYPD, FDNY, EMS)
Perform related duties as required
Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Certifications:
Associate Degree required or equivalent experience
Valid Driver's license
Required Experience:
7+ years of law enforcement experience
5+ years of investigative experience
Required Skills:
Ability to maintain professionalism and accountability
Strong customer service skills
Ability to work efficiently both independently and collaboratively
Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
Proficient with security technology (CCTV, alarm violations, access control, and camera surveillance)
Proficient with computer technology
Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:
N/A
More…
Core Values: All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
Be Resourceful in solving problems
Be Curious in all aspects of your work
Be Welcoming and Inclusive
Work Environment:
Office setting
Public library setting
Field investigations
Outdoors
Physical Duties:
Lifting up to 40lbs required
May require travel within NYC
Pre-Placement Physical Required?
Yes
Union/Non Union:
Non-Union
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Schedule:
35 hour per week
Evening and weekend availability required
Salary Statement: At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, education level, and specific training, experience, education level, and skills.
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In Summary: The successful candidate will be responsible for performing investigations of alleged criminal and/or other conduct which has or may result in a negative impact on NYPL . This includes employee or non‑employee criminal behavior as it relates to NYPL, as well as conduct that violates NYPL policy .
En Español: Departamento de Investigador de Bibliotecas: Tipo de Empleo en Seguridad: ubicación a tiempo completo: Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Reporting To: William Mclaughlin Compensación: $65,000 - $75,000 / año Descripción General: La Biblioteca Pública de Nueva York (NYPL) ha sido un proveedor esencial de libros, información, ideas y educación gratuitos para todos los neoyorquinos durante más de 100 años. Fundada en 1895, NYPL es el sistema de biblioteca pública más grande del país, que cuenta con una combinación única de 88 ramas vecinas y cuatro centros de investigación académica, reuniendo una extraordinaria riqueza de recursos y oportunidades disponibles para todos. Esto incluye el comportamiento criminal de los empleados o no empleados en relación con NYPL, así como la conducta que viola la política de NYPL. Buscamos a alguien al que podamos contar: Propietario: Seguridad dentro de las sucursales asignadas Enseñar: Personal y seguridad contractual para mantenerse seguros durante el día laboral Aprender: Las necesidades de seguridad del personal de biblioteca asignado Mejorar: Relaciones con los primeros respondedores locales así como seguridad dentro de sus ramas asignadas Algunas expectativas para este papel son que dentro de un mes , esta persona aprenderá CCTV y NYPL investigaciones 3 meses . Esta persona ayudará: Desarrollar relaciones eficientes con el liderazgo y el personal de NYPN 6 meses e incluso más allá; esta persona desarrollará relaciones con la primera comunidad Prevención y seguridad contratual para permanecer seguros durante la jornada trabajadora Aprenda: Las exigencias de seguridad de los miembros del equipo de bibliotecas asignados mejorar: Relationships con los equipos locales de primer respuesta así como protección dentro de su propia sucursal Aspectos relacionados con las actividades de vigilancia y registro de propiedades de la ley de Nueva York. Al determinar el salario adecuado para un candidato, tenemos en cuenta una variedad de factores tales como los requisitos del puesto, las habilidades, la experiencia previa, nivel educativo y formación específica, experiencia, nivel de educación y competencias. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Department: Security
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
Reporting To: William Mclaughlin
Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000 / year
Description
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. Founded in 1895, NYPL is the nation’s largest public library system, featuring a unique combination of 88 neighborhood branches and four scholarly research centers, bringing together an extraordinary richness of resources and opportunities available to all.
NYPL seeks an experienced security professional for the position of Library Investigator. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing investigations of alleged criminal and/or other conduct which has or may result in a negative impact on NYPL. This includes employee or non‑employee criminal behavior as it relates to NYPL, as well as conduct that violates NYPL policy.
We are looking for someone we can count on to:
Own: Security inside of assigned branches
Teach: Staff and contract security to stay safe during the working day
Learn: The security needs of the assigned library staff
Improve: Relationships with local first responders as well as safety within assigned branches
Some expectations for this role are that within:
1 month , this person will:
Learn CCTV and NYPL investigations
3 months , this person will:
Develop relationships with NYPL leadership and staff
6 months and beyond , this person will:
Develop relationships with the first responder community
Responsibilities
Provide field security investigations for incidents involving any crimes or violations of NYPL rules and regulations committed on library property
Prepare and record incident reports of activities and investigations
Visit branch libraries, conduct security surveys, and collaborate effectively with the library managers and other library staff
Assist in the supervision of contractual guard services to ensure compliance
Must be available to respond to emergencies after hours and available for security coverage at after‑hour Library functions
May be required to work at any NYPL facility
Collaborate effectively with the NYPD and other city agencies
Serve as a liaison between NYPL and first responders (NYPD, FDNY, EMS)
Perform related duties as required
Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Certifications:
Associate Degree required or equivalent experience
Valid Driver's license
Required Experience:
7+ years of law enforcement experience
5+ years of investigative experience
Required Skills:
Ability to maintain professionalism and accountability
Strong customer service skills
Ability to work efficiently both independently and collaboratively
Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
Proficient with security technology (CCTV, alarm violations, access control, and camera surveillance)
Proficient with computer technology
Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:
N/A
More…
Core Values: All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
Be Resourceful in solving problems
Be Curious in all aspects of your work
Be Welcoming and Inclusive
Work Environment:
Office setting
Public library setting
Field investigations
Outdoors
Physical Duties:
Lifting up to 40lbs required
May require travel within NYC
Pre-Placement Physical Required?
Yes
Union/Non Union:
Non-Union
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Schedule:
35 hour per week
Evening and weekend availability required
Salary Statement: At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, education level, and specific training, experience, education level, and skills.
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In Summary: The successful candidate will be responsible for performing investigations of alleged criminal and/or other conduct which has or may result in a negative impact on NYPL . This includes employee or non‑employee criminal behavior as it relates to NYPL, as well as conduct that violates NYPL policy .
En Español: Departamento de Investigador de Bibliotecas: Tipo de Empleo en Seguridad: ubicación a tiempo completo: Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Reporting To: William Mclaughlin Compensación: $65,000 - $75,000 / año Descripción General: La Biblioteca Pública de Nueva York (NYPL) ha sido un proveedor esencial de libros, información, ideas y educación gratuitos para todos los neoyorquinos durante más de 100 años. Fundada en 1895, NYPL es el sistema de biblioteca pública más grande del país, que cuenta con una combinación única de 88 ramas vecinas y cuatro centros de investigación académica, reuniendo una extraordinaria riqueza de recursos y oportunidades disponibles para todos. Esto incluye el comportamiento criminal de los empleados o no empleados en relación con NYPL, así como la conducta que viola la política de NYPL. Buscamos a alguien al que podamos contar: Propietario: Seguridad dentro de las sucursales asignadas Enseñar: Personal y seguridad contractual para mantenerse seguros durante el día laboral Aprender: Las necesidades de seguridad del personal de biblioteca asignado Mejorar: Relaciones con los primeros respondedores locales así como seguridad dentro de sus ramas asignadas Algunas expectativas para este papel son que dentro de un mes , esta persona aprenderá CCTV y NYPL investigaciones 3 meses . Esta persona ayudará: Desarrollar relaciones eficientes con el liderazgo y el personal de NYPN 6 meses e incluso más allá; esta persona desarrollará relaciones con la primera comunidad Prevención y seguridad contratual para permanecer seguros durante la jornada trabajadora Aprenda: Las exigencias de seguridad de los miembros del equipo de bibliotecas asignados mejorar: Relationships con los equipos locales de primer respuesta así como protección dentro de su propia sucursal Aspectos relacionados con las actividades de vigilancia y registro de propiedades de la ley de Nueva York. Al determinar el salario adecuado para un candidato, tenemos en cuenta una variedad de factores tales como los requisitos del puesto, las habilidades, la experiencia previa, nivel educativo y formación específica, experiencia, nivel de educación y competencias. #J-18808-Ljbffr