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Collections Processing Assistant II - Shared Services Sorting & Delivery

The New York Public Library
Library Services Center$46k–46kOn-site
Employment
Full-time
Seniority
Mid

About the role

  • Work with manual and automated systems to accurately sort library materials, supplies, and inter-branch mail
  • Prepare print and non-print library materials for circulation (separate and shelve new materials, link records, label materials, cover library books for preservation, etc 
  • Receive and vet materials in the Integrated Library System (ILS)
  • Transport book trucks and other book containers to designated destinations
  • Separate designated materials and stage them for delivery 
  • Sort and deliver mail and packages throughout the building
  • Perform mailroom duties at other library locations when necessary
  • Vet and accept incoming materials from USPS, UPS, and other vendors
  • When necessary, work within other BookOps logistics units to serve our patrons
  • Work on specialized projects as they arise
  • Perform other related duties as required

Required Education, Experience & Skills

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment
  • Familiarity with Sierra
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Ability to process a large quantity of work while maintaining a high degree of accuracy
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Successfully demonstrated ability to work independently or in a team environment
  • Demonstrated flexibility, reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail
  • Data entry knowledge
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Drive
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs
  • Must be able to push a loaded book cart
  • Alert the supervisor if there’s a mechanical issue with our equipment
  • Assist the supervisor in finding missing interoffice mail and packages

More...

  • Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
  • Be Resourceful in solving problems 
  • Be Curious in all aspects of your work
  • Be Welcoming and Inclusive
  • Mixed Warehouse / Office setting
  • Located in the Library Services Center (this building is not a public-facing branch Library)
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs. Required
  • Moving book trucks
  • Moving bins
  • Shelving at various levels
  • Monday - Friday 
  • 35 hours/ week, 9 am-5 pm,
  • Coverage of other departmental shifts as required, Saturdays and evenings as required

Perks & benefits

  • Equity Compensation

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