The Hispanic Society Museum & Library (HSM&L) invites applications for a Reading Room Assistant. This position facilitates researcher access to the HSM&L special and reference collections while maintaining the security and safety of the collections. Among other duties, the Reading Room Assistant is responsible for retrieving and organizing materials for readers and staff and performs reference desk duties as required.
This Reading Room Assistant reports to the Head of Modern Library and works closely and collaboratively with colleagues across the HSM&L The temporary position is scheduled for three days a week: Thursday through Saturday when the library is open for appointments. The duration of the assignment will be for six months.
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The Hispanic Society Museum & Library (HSM&L) invites applications for a Reading Room Assistant. This position facilitates researcher access to the HSM&L special and reference collections while maintaining the security and safety of the collections. Among other duties, the Reading Room Assistant is responsible for retrieving and organizing materials for readers and staff and performs reference desk duties as required.
This Reading Room Assistant reports to the Head of Modern Library and works closely and collaboratively with colleagues across the HSM&L The temporary position is scheduled for three days a week: Thursday through Saturday when the library is open for appointments. The duration of the assignment will be for six months.
Responsibilities:
Not eligible for any benefits, unless required by federal, state or NYC law.
Not eligible for any benefits, unless required by federal, state or NYC law.
Strong Spanish-language skills are required
Strong Spanish-language skills are required
Send resume with a brief statement about your interest in the Reading Room Assistant. Email materials to jobs@hispanicsociety.org. Please write “Reading Room Assistant” in the subject line of email.