Specialist II - Library for the Performing Arts

Department: Research Libraries

Location: Library for the Performing Arts

Compensation: $70,393 / year

DescriptionOverviewThe Jerome Robbins Dance Division (JRDD) is the world’s largest library and archive of dance material. Original documentation is a core activity of the JRDD, essential to both the growth of our archival holdings and our services to the dance field. In 1974, based on significant community feedback, the Division initiated an oral history project that continues to this day. The Oral History Project (OHP) records the narratives of significant members from the dance communities and enshrines them within the Division’s archives. The Specialist II will serve as the Production Coordinator of the OHP which is one of the most visible positions in the JRDD to the dance field and is a critical partner in ensuring that our communities feel supported and heard.Responsibilities

• Coordinate pre-production and production tasks related to recordings
• Develop and sustain dance community relationships on behalf of the Division, extending invitations for interviews with oral authors and interviewers, and ensuring that communication is maintained after the recording period.
• Facilitate additional projects as needed, including community based oral histories or external site interviews.
• Work with the Library’s Office of Procurement to select vendors and independent contractors as necessary to complete aspects of the project.
• Work with the Curator and Assistant Curator to develop a list of interviewees.
• Spend out the OHP budget, including maintaining documents for grant reports.
• Provide reference on public service desks, by correspondence, and telephone.

Required Education, Experience & SkillsRequired Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required

Required Experience

• Experience working in and/or with the dance community

Required Skills

• Excellent public service skills
• Familiarity with A/V equipment
• Successfully demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to work independently on complex projects.
• Proficiency managing digital files
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

More...Core ValuesAll 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
• May occasionally staff off-site outreach events

Physical Duties

• Lifting up to 39 lbs may be required

Pre-Placement Physical Required?

• No

Union

• Local 1930

FLSA Status

• Non-Exempt

Schedule

• 35 hours per week scheduled between Monday through Saturday; some evenings required

This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.The New York Public Library Salary StatementAt 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, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies.Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).

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