Library Page - Library for the Performing Arts / Production & Stage Management J
New York Public Library, New York, NY, United States
Library Page - Library for the Performing Arts / Production & Stage Management
Department: Research Libraries
Employment Type: Part Time
Location: Library for the Performing Arts
Reporting To: Kelsey Lappegaard
Compensation: $17.00 / hour
Description
Do you love books and the performing arts? The New York Public Library has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. A Page position will give you knowledge about what it means to work within a library. You will have access to a wealth of knowledge and experience which will allow you to decide if a library or museum is where you want to begin your career. We are looking for creative candidates who demonstrate a strong work ethic, are reliable, and possess excellent written and verbal communications skills. You will be expected to be an ambassador for the library, so a friendly demeanor goes a long way.
The Programming and Production Page position helps provide quality free and open events for all communities at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts (LPA) at Lincoln Center. Public programming produces a dynamic set of both in person and hybrid events designed to engage patrons with our collections and highlight and amplify our mission of inspiring the next generation of performing artists and arts lovers.
The library page position is scheduled for 19 hours per week, Monday through Friday, and some evenings and Saturdays. Schedules are variable based on library needs and may be subject to change.
Key Responsibilities
Arrive to shift to get briefed on details and logistics of upcoming events.
Assists with event operations, day to day tasks, and administrative tasks related to performance venues and other programmable spaces.
Supports the technical team and event staff team in the during, and in advance of, live events and programs.
Helps to ensure that programs and events run smoothly from both the perspective of the artist and backstage .
Work through the end of each program to assist artists & presenters, alongside staff.
Answer questions about other offerings of the Library for the Performing Arts and wayfinding, including directing patrons to correct service points and using knowledge of our our collections to execute library functions
Other duties as assigned
Skills Knowledge & Expertise
Required Education and Certifications
Current enrollment in a degree program at an accredited school
Proper employment certificate for minors under 18 as required by NYS law
Required Skills
Ability to handle a wide variety of personalities and situations with diplomacy, tact, friendliness, poise and firmness
Familiar with registration technology and knowledgeable with event etiquette
Experience with Google Workspace apps, Microsoft Office using both macOS and Windows
Excellent customer service skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Interest in or knowledge of performing arts disciplines, Stage Management experience or training is a plus.
Interest in or knowledge of the Library for the Performing Arts
More
Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
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
Event Venues
Public library setting
Outdoors (occasionally)
Physical Duties
Some standing, lifting up to 15 lbs, and use of stairs
Pre-Placement Physical Required?
No
Schedule
Schedule is set based on the programming/event schedule
Must have availability on Monday/Thursday/Friday evenings and Saturday daytime
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In Summary: The Programming and Production Page helps provide quality free and open events for all communities at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts (LPA) at Lincoln Center . The library page position is scheduled for 19 hours per week, Monday through Friday, and some evenings and Saturdays .
En Español: La Biblioteca Pública de Nueva York ha sido un proveedor esencial de libros gratuitos, información, ideas y educación para todos los neoyorquinos durante más de 100 años. Una posición de página le dará conocimiento sobre lo que significa trabajar dentro de una biblioteca. Tendrá acceso a una gran cantidad de conocimientos y experiencia que le permitirá decidir si una biblioteca o museo es donde desea comenzar su carrera. Buscamos candidatos creativos que demuestren una sólida ética de trabajo, son confiables y poseen habilidades escritas y comunicativas amigables. Se espera que usted sea un excelente embajador para la audiencia pública, así como un comportamiento. Los horarios son variables basados en las necesidades de la biblioteca y pueden estar sujetos a cambios. Las responsabilidades clave llegan a cambiar para recibir información sobre detalles y logística de los próximos eventos. Ayuda con las operaciones del evento, tareas diarias y tareas administrativas relacionadas con lugares de actuación y otros espacios programables. Responda a preguntas sobre otras ofertas de la Biblioteca para las Artes Escénicas y búsqueda de caminos, incluido dirigir a los clientes a corregir puntos de servicio y usar el conocimiento de nuestras colecciones para ejecutar funciones bibliotecarias Otras tareas como habilidades asignadas Conocimiento y experiencia Requerida Educación y certificaciones Inscripción actual en un programa de grado en una escuela acreditada Certificado de empleo adecuado para menores de 18 años según lo requiere la ley de NYS Habilidades requeridas Capacidad para manejar una amplia variedad de personalidades y situaciones con diplomacia, tacto, amabilidad, equilibrio y firmeza Familiar con tecnología de registro y familiarizado con etiqueta de eventos Experiencia con aplicaciones Google Workspace, Microsoft Office utilizando tanto macOS como Windows Excelentes habilidades de atención al cliente Fuertes habilidades verbales y escritas de comunicación o conocimientos sobre disciplinas del arte escénico, gestión de escenarios o capacitación es más. Interés o conocimiento de la Biblioteca para las Artes Escénicas Más Responsabilidades administrativas/supervisorias: Ningún NYPL Valores básicos: Ser útil a los clientes y colegas Sea ingenioso en resolver problemas sea curioso en todos los aspectos de su trabajo sea acogedor e inclusivo ambiente de trabajo lugares de eventos biblioteca pública establecimiento al aire libre (ocasionalmente) funciones físicas Algunos puestos, levantamiento hasta 15 libras y uso de escaleras Pre-ubicación física requerida?
Department: Research Libraries
Employment Type: Part Time
Location: Library for the Performing Arts
Reporting To: Kelsey Lappegaard
Compensation: $17.00 / hour
Description
Do you love books and the performing arts? The New York Public Library has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. A Page position will give you knowledge about what it means to work within a library. You will have access to a wealth of knowledge and experience which will allow you to decide if a library or museum is where you want to begin your career. We are looking for creative candidates who demonstrate a strong work ethic, are reliable, and possess excellent written and verbal communications skills. You will be expected to be an ambassador for the library, so a friendly demeanor goes a long way.
The Programming and Production Page position helps provide quality free and open events for all communities at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts (LPA) at Lincoln Center. Public programming produces a dynamic set of both in person and hybrid events designed to engage patrons with our collections and highlight and amplify our mission of inspiring the next generation of performing artists and arts lovers.
The library page position is scheduled for 19 hours per week, Monday through Friday, and some evenings and Saturdays. Schedules are variable based on library needs and may be subject to change.
Key Responsibilities
Arrive to shift to get briefed on details and logistics of upcoming events.
Assists with event operations, day to day tasks, and administrative tasks related to performance venues and other programmable spaces.
Supports the technical team and event staff team in the during, and in advance of, live events and programs.
Helps to ensure that programs and events run smoothly from both the perspective of the artist and backstage .
Work through the end of each program to assist artists & presenters, alongside staff.
Answer questions about other offerings of the Library for the Performing Arts and wayfinding, including directing patrons to correct service points and using knowledge of our our collections to execute library functions
Other duties as assigned
Skills Knowledge & Expertise
Required Education and Certifications
Current enrollment in a degree program at an accredited school
Proper employment certificate for minors under 18 as required by NYS law
Required Skills
Ability to handle a wide variety of personalities and situations with diplomacy, tact, friendliness, poise and firmness
Familiar with registration technology and knowledgeable with event etiquette
Experience with Google Workspace apps, Microsoft Office using both macOS and Windows
Excellent customer service skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Interest in or knowledge of performing arts disciplines, Stage Management experience or training is a plus.
Interest in or knowledge of the Library for the Performing Arts
More
Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
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
Event Venues
Public library setting
Outdoors (occasionally)
Physical Duties
Some standing, lifting up to 15 lbs, and use of stairs
Pre-Placement Physical Required?
No
Schedule
Schedule is set based on the programming/event schedule
Must have availability on Monday/Thursday/Friday evenings and Saturday daytime
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: The Programming and Production Page helps provide quality free and open events for all communities at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts (LPA) at Lincoln Center . The library page position is scheduled for 19 hours per week, Monday through Friday, and some evenings and Saturdays .
En Español: La Biblioteca Pública de Nueva York ha sido un proveedor esencial de libros gratuitos, información, ideas y educación para todos los neoyorquinos durante más de 100 años. Una posición de página le dará conocimiento sobre lo que significa trabajar dentro de una biblioteca. Tendrá acceso a una gran cantidad de conocimientos y experiencia que le permitirá decidir si una biblioteca o museo es donde desea comenzar su carrera. Buscamos candidatos creativos que demuestren una sólida ética de trabajo, son confiables y poseen habilidades escritas y comunicativas amigables. Se espera que usted sea un excelente embajador para la audiencia pública, así como un comportamiento. Los horarios son variables basados en las necesidades de la biblioteca y pueden estar sujetos a cambios. Las responsabilidades clave llegan a cambiar para recibir información sobre detalles y logística de los próximos eventos. Ayuda con las operaciones del evento, tareas diarias y tareas administrativas relacionadas con lugares de actuación y otros espacios programables. Responda a preguntas sobre otras ofertas de la Biblioteca para las Artes Escénicas y búsqueda de caminos, incluido dirigir a los clientes a corregir puntos de servicio y usar el conocimiento de nuestras colecciones para ejecutar funciones bibliotecarias Otras tareas como habilidades asignadas Conocimiento y experiencia Requerida Educación y certificaciones Inscripción actual en un programa de grado en una escuela acreditada Certificado de empleo adecuado para menores de 18 años según lo requiere la ley de NYS Habilidades requeridas Capacidad para manejar una amplia variedad de personalidades y situaciones con diplomacia, tacto, amabilidad, equilibrio y firmeza Familiar con tecnología de registro y familiarizado con etiqueta de eventos Experiencia con aplicaciones Google Workspace, Microsoft Office utilizando tanto macOS como Windows Excelentes habilidades de atención al cliente Fuertes habilidades verbales y escritas de comunicación o conocimientos sobre disciplinas del arte escénico, gestión de escenarios o capacitación es más. Interés o conocimiento de la Biblioteca para las Artes Escénicas Más Responsabilidades administrativas/supervisorias: Ningún NYPL Valores básicos: Ser útil a los clientes y colegas Sea ingenioso en resolver problemas sea curioso en todos los aspectos de su trabajo sea acogedor e inclusivo ambiente de trabajo lugares de eventos biblioteca pública establecimiento al aire libre (ocasionalmente) funciones físicas Algunos puestos, levantamiento hasta 15 libras y uso de escaleras Pre-ubicación física requerida?