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  1. HRA/DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Posted on: 11/07/2025
  1. Full-time

Location

MANHATTAN

  1. Exam may be required

Department

Off Of Eval/Research-NM

$71,432.00 – $82,147.00

Job Description

If YOU ARE HIRED PROVISIONALLY IN THIS TITLE, YOU MUST TAKE AND PASS THE CIVIL SERVICE EXAM WHEN IT BECOMES AVAILABLE TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

The Department of Social Services (DSS) is comprised of the administrative units of the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA) and the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). HRA is dedicated to fighting poverty and income inequality by providing New Yorkers in need with essential benefits such as Food Assistance and Emergency Rental Assistance. DHS is committed to preventing and addressing homelessness in New York City by employing a variety of innovative strategies to help families and individuals successfully exit shelter and return to self-sufficiency as quickly as possible.

The DSS McMillan Library, located at DSS headquarters at 4 World Trade Center, serves and supports agency staff at all levels in all five boroughs. Library holdings include a growing print collection, eBooks, and subject files.

The NYC DSS McMillan Library is recruiting for one (1) Department Librarian IV. The Librarian will report to the DSS Library Director, with duties that include, but are not limited to:

- Provide support to overall functionality of the library, with emphasis on day-to-day operations.

- Select books, journals and other printed material needed to maintain an adequate collection of standard and current research literature related to the research needs of the administration.

- Catalog library materials and maintain subject file finding guides.

- Create presentations in library literacy, research support, and specialized library services to agency employees.

- Prepare and review reports.

- Distribute, collect, and ensure proper documentation of circulating materials to and from patrons.

- Assume the responsibilities of the Library Director when the director is unavailable.

Salary Range: $71,432.00 - $ 82,147.00

Work Location: 4 WTC

Hours/Schedule: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

DEPARTMENT LIBRARIAN - 60210


Minimum Qualifications

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in library science.
Special Note
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, at least one year of full-time experience as a professional librarian utilizing computers and online resources."
Special Note
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level III individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, at least two years of full-time experience as a professional librarian utilizing computers and online resources.
Special Note
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level IV individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, at least three years of full-time experience as a professional librarian utilizing computers and online resources.


Preferred Skills

- Above average web and literature search skills. - Excellent customer service skills. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Significant experience with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). - Ability to work independently. - Knowledge of data analysis and/or serials management a plus.
55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Job ID

755555

Posted until

2026-01-05

Title code

60210

Civil service title

DEPARTMENT LIBRARIAN

Title classification

Competitive-1

Business title

LIBRARIAN

  1. Experienced (non-manager)

Job level

04

Number of positions

1

Work location

4 World Trade Center

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