Quick Summary
Key Responsibilities
Enforces the Library’s rules of conduct for all patrons and visitors. Periodically tours building and grounds,
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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.
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.
NYPL is seeking a Library Attendant Guard to maintain an environment that is safe and comfortable for our Library users and employees. The Library Attendant Guard is the first line of security at NYPL buildings. They will respond to emergencies, perform general security duties, and document unusual incidents. The Library Attendant Guard must work as a member of the Security team, act professionally and demonstrate courtesy and respect to all.
*Must be available to work evening, overnight and/or weekend hours*
*Must be available to work evening, overnight and/or weekend hours*
Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of an Assistant Security Supervisor, the Library Attendant Guard:
Under the general supervision of an Assistant Security Supervisor, the Library Attendant Guard:
- Enforces the Library’s rules of conduct for all patrons and visitors.
- Periodically tours building and grounds, examining doors and windows to determine whether they are secure and not tampered with
- Confronts unauthorized persons for questioning, and call for assistance from security office or police, according to the circumstances
- Ensures that Library users, staff and other outside contractors adhere to the rules of security to prevent theft, fire, damage, and personal injury
- Provide security presence at special events, including private screenings, parties, etc.
- Write comprehensive reports of incidents to assist with investigations and documentation of incidents
- Reports any unusual conditions or malfunctions in heating, plumbing, electrical or other parts of the buildings mechanical systems to facilities services
- Utilize Security Technology as part of the security strategy
- Required to work at any assigned post and other NYPL facilities as needed
- Performs related duties as required
Location & Eligibility
Where is the job
New York, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US
Listing Details
- First seen
- May 26, 2026
- Last seen
- May 27, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 52%
- Scored at
- May 26, 2026
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