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Installation Assistant - LPA Shelby Cullom Davis Museum (P/T)
The New York Public Library —Manhattan, NY
- $37.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Mid-level
- Office
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Assistant Curator of American Textiles
The Metropolitan Museum of Art —New York, NY
- $87,000 - $92,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- 403(b) matching
- Commuter assistance
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Assistant, Grand Vendeur - House of Dior NY
Christian Dior Couture —New York, NY
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Project management
- Organizational skills
- Cleaning
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
Curatorial Assistant, Modern Architecture
The Museum of Modern Art —New York, NY
- $74,858 a year
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
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Temporary Assistant, Art Lab Facilitator
The Museum of Modern Art —New York, NY
- $26.75 an hour
- Temporary
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Maintenance
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Curatorial Assistant, Contemporary Architecture
The Museum of Modern Art —New York, NY
- $74,858 a year
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
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Assistant Director, School, Youth and Family
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum —New York, NY
- $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- 5 years
- Office
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Seasonal Art Handler
Phillips Auctioneers LLC —New York, NY
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Warehouse
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Landau Fellow, Family Programs
The Museum of Modern Art —New York, NY
- $53,000 a year
- Spanish
- Computer skills
- Entry level
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PT Operations Assistant
Phillips Auctioneers LLC —New York, NY
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
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Temporary Sales Associates, Flagship Store
The Museum of Modern Art —New York, NY
- $19.50 an hour
- Temporary
- Merchandising
- High school diploma or GED
- Cleaning
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Photo Sales Associate
Showtime Pictures —New York, NY
- From $17 an hour
- Full-time
- POS
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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Interior Design Assistant
RH —Manhasset, NY
- $23 - $38 an hour
- Full-time
- Office
- Driver's License
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Art School Student Services Coordinator (Part-Time)
One River School of Art and Design —Manhasset, NY
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Google Workspace
- Administrative experience
- Visual & Performing Arts
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Art School Student Services Coordinator - Part-time
One River School of Art and Design —Middletown, NJ
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Google Workspace
- Visual & Performing Arts
- Communication skills
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Installation Assistant - LPA Shelby Cullom Davis Museum (P/T)

The New York Public Library -
Manhattan, NY

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Job Details

Part-time | Seasonal
$37.50 an hour
12 days ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Exhibit development experience
Google Drive
Power tools for woodworking
Lighting systems
Ladder use
Scissor lift
Mechanical knowledge
Shop-based carpentry

Full Job Description

Overview
For more than 125 years, The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of books, information, ideas, and education. With collections numbering more than 56 million items and serving more than 16 million patrons in person each year and millions more online, NYPL’s reach is both local and global. Our mission is to inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge, and strengthen our communities.

At our world-class research centers–including the Humanities and Social Sciences Research Library at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, the Library for the Performing Arts, and the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture–expert staff facilitate the work of our diverse communities, offering inspiring reading rooms, exhibitions, fellowships, and a dynamic range of research services. Their work is supported by dedicated staff on the Collections and Research Services teams. We are proud to be the most public and widely used research library in the world.

The Design Interpretation team is responsible for the look, feel, and visitor experience of exhibitions and program materials across our research centers, and other locations as needed. The team develops and maintains a coherent visual identity across all exhibition environments and program materials, overseeing graphic design, 3D design, interactive design, fabrication, framing, installation, and ongoing gallery maintenance.

The Exhibition Installation Assistant will be part of a team that develops, organizes, implements, and executes all aspects relating to the presentation of exhibitions and displays at The New York Public Library’s research centers.

Responsibilities

Installs and deinstalls exhibition objects for all exhibitions and special displays
Prepares galleries for installation—including but not limited to case movement, cleaning, painting, spackling, fabric wrapping case interiors and/or wall panels
Matting and framing, simple mount making, and object preparation— artwork, prints, photographs, documents, and ephemera—in conformity with established conservation specifications
Moves all necessary tools, hardware, installation materials, hydraulic lifter, work tables, blankets, case lifters, ladders, work carts, tool boxes, bins, lights, light canisters, audio-visual equipment, stanchions, pedestals, cases, bonnets, brochure holders, acrylic holders, object mounts, and fabric, pylons, etc. with regard to the installation and deinstallation of all exhibitions
Operates shop machinery, including hand and power tools and work carts, as necessary
Performs carpentry for exhibitions and exhibition areas including demolition, wall repair, painting and fabric wrapping
Fabricates and constructs exhibition components including pedestals, platforms, bases, vitrines, as needed
Prepares, dry mounts, and labels graphic elements, ensuring precise positioning and installation, while configuring and adjusting lighting levels in strict compliance with established conservation specifications
Maintains an organized and clean working environment
Works with Supervising Maintainer as necessary regarding production elements including measurements, materials, fabrication methods, and lighting
Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in art related field or equivalent level of education/experience

Required Experience

3-5 years relevant experience in museum or gallery; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

Required Skills

Successfully demonstrated experience with artifact handling, exhibition installation techniques, mount making, and matting and framing
Ability to interpret and follow detailed instructions with speed and accuracy
Working familiarity with basic hand and power tools
Successfully demonstrated knowledge of machinery, materials, methods, practices and safety precautions, construction, exhibition installation and deinstallation, preferably in a gallery setting
Ability to operate and work from scissor lifts (up to 30’ high) scaffolding and ladders
Basic knowledge of exhibition lighting
Basic knowledge of electrical practice, electronics, and mechanical installations
Demonstrated knowledge of gallery standards and practices
Demonstrated ability to work tactfully and effectively with staff, outside art handlers, exhibition fabricators, graphic installers, contractors, designers, curators and public at all levels in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
Strong initiative and work ethic with flexibility to respond to and take action in changing circumstances, often under pressure
High attention to detail
Ability to take direction and work in a team environment
Excellent organizational, communication, and comprehension skills
Demonstrated ability working in Word, Excel, and Google Drive

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities

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Core Values
All 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
Museum/Gallery setting
Public library setting
Requires travel within NYC

Physical Duties

Physical effort is required, including bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying
Lifting up to 50 lbs. required
Must be comfortable working at heights

Pre-Placement Physical Required?
Yes

Union/Non Union
Non-Union

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Schedule

Between 9:00 am - 6:00 pm; on an as-needed basis
Evenings and weekends as 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 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 agreement(s).

About The New York Public Library

The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations—including research and branch libraries—throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.

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Installation Assistant - LPA Shelby Cullom Davis Museum (P/T)

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