Senior Library Attendant Guard

Senior Library Attendant Guard

Department: Security

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Stephen

A. Schwarzman Building

Reporting To: Keith Sainten

Compensation: $45,855 / year

Overview The Stephen

A. Schwarzman Building is part of The New York Public Library, which consists of four major research libraries and 88 branch libraries located in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Often referred to as the "main branch," the Beaux-Arts landmark building on Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street houses outstanding research collections in the humanities and social sciences as well as a circulating children’s collection.

A Senior Guard position is a key member of the NYPL Security Team. In this role, the candidate will provide safety and security to patrons and members of the NYPL community. The candidate will be tasked with providing excellent customer service at all times with a helpful and empathetic attitude.

Must be available to work evening, overnight and/or weekend hours

Reporting to the Security Supervisor, the Senior Library Attendant Guard:

• Performs security duties at the Rose Reading Room entrance, 42nd Street Entrance, the main entrance in Astor, and the Gottesman Gallery door at the Stephen
  
  A. Schwarzman Building.
• Covers other posts within the Stephen A Schwarzman Building, as assigned
• Inspects all packages, books, and briefcases leaving the Library
• Monitors security footage for the Children's Room
• Reports violations of Library rules and regulations to supervisors
• Assists in emergencies
• Follows the post orders of the assigned post; ensures that all post orders are accessible and in good condition
• May be required to assist an Investigator or Senior Investigator in the supervision of library guards
• Performs related duties as required
• Required to work at any assigned post and other NYPL facilities as needed

Required Education and Certifications

• High school graduation or GED
• Valid New York State Guard Registration

Required Experience

• Prior security experience
• Prior experience supervising staff

Required Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to exercise alertness and sound judgment in cases of emergency
• Knowledge of the CCTV system, the Card access system, the C-Cure system, the Radionics system, and other Electronic and Physical security systems.
• Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the library
• Must pass a physical exam

Managerial/

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

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

• Public library setting
• May require travel within NYC

Physical Duties

• Remain stationary for prolonged periods and conduct patrols
• Heavy lifting up to 50lbs required

Pre-Placement Physical Required?

• Yes

Union/Non Union

• Union 374

FLSA Status

• Non-Exempt

Schedule

• 40 hours per week; weekend and/or evening availability 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. 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 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, 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 agreements (s).