Current jobs related to Library Manager - New York - The New York Public Library

  • Library Manager

    1 month ago

    New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Library Manager - Muhlenberg LibraryApplication Deadline: 4 October 2024 Department: Branch Libraries Employment Type: Full Time Location: Muhlenberg Library Reporting To: Kimberly Spring Compensation: $75,236 / year DescriptionOverview The mission of the New York Public Library is to inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge, and strengthen our...

  • Library Manager

    4 weeks ago

    New York, New York, United States New York Public Library Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Supervising Librarian. As a key member of our staff, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of the New York Public Library.Key ResponsibilitiesLead a team of librarians and support staff in providing exceptional customer service and developing innovative...

  • Library Page

    3 weeks ago

    New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Library Page - Muhlenberg LibraryDepartment: Branch Libraries Employment Type: Part Time Location: Muhlenberg Library Reporting To: Kimberly Spring Compensation: $16.00 / hour DescriptionOverview Do you love books and love helping people? The New York Public Library has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas and education for all New...

  • Library Information Assistant

    6 days ago

    New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Library Information Assistant - Muhlenberg LibraryApplication Deadline: 28 October 2024 Department: Branch Libraries Employment Type: Full Time Location: Muhlenberg Library Reporting To: Kimberly Spring Compensation: $48,839 / year DescriptionOverview The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and...

  • Library Information Assistant-Muhlenberg Library

    4 weeks ago

    New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Library Information Assistant-Muhlenberg LibraryDepartment: Branch Libraries Employment Type: Full Time Location: Muhlenberg Library Reporting To: Kimberly Spring Compensation: $48,839 / year DescriptionOverview The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than...

  • Library Information Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Overview The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. NYPL’s neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island—many of which date to Andrew Carnegie’s visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century—are being...

  • Children's Library Trainee

    2 weeks ago

    New York, New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Children's Library Trainee at the Harlem Library. As a Trainee, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of librarianship while pursuing a Master's degree in Library and Information Studies.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with outreach to...

  • Library Assistant

    1 month ago

    New York, New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Job Title: Library PageWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Library Page at The New York Public Library. As a Library Page, you will play a vital role in supporting the library's operations and providing excellent customer service to our patrons.Key Responsibilities:Retrieve, shelf, and arrange books,...

  • Library Custodian

    1 month ago

    New York, New York, United States New York Public Library Full time

    Job Title: Junior Library CustodianWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Junior Library Custodian. As a key member of our facilities team, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our library users and employees.Key Responsibilities:Clean and maintain the library...

  • Library Custodian

    1 month ago

    New York, New York, United States New York Public Library Full time

    Job Title: Junior Library CustodianWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Junior Library Custodian. As a key member of our facilities team, you will play a critical role in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our library users and employees.Key Responsibilities:Clean and maintain the...

  • Library Assistant

    1 month ago

    New York, New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Job Title: Library PageWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Library Page at The New York Public Library. As a Library Page, you will play a vital role in maintaining the organization and accessibility of our library materials.Key Responsibilities:Retrieve, shelf, and arrange books, archival boxes, media, and...

  • Library Information Assistant

    1 week ago

    New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Library Information Assistant - 96th Street LibraryApplication Deadline: 27 October 2024 Department: Branch Libraries Employment Type: Full Time Location: 96th Street Library Reporting To: Nicole Brown Compensation: $48,839 / year DescriptionOverview The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and...

  • Library Information Assistant

    5 days ago

    New York, New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Job Summary:The New York Public Library is seeking a Library Information Assistant to provide exceptional service to patrons of all ages. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for assisting with information queries, providing circulation services, and supporting the outreach and programming activities of the Library.Key...

  • Library Information Assistant

    1 month ago

    New York, New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Job Title: Library Information AssistantWe are seeking a highly motivated and customer-focused individual to join our team as a Library Information Assistant. In this role, you will provide exceptional service to patrons of all ages, assisting with information queries, circulation services, and supporting outreach and programming activities.Key...

  • Library Maintenance Assistant

    1 month ago

    New York, New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Job SummaryThe New York Public Library is seeking a skilled Junior Library Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our patrons and employees. As a key member of our facilities team, you will be responsible for ensuring the library building and grounds are well-maintained and free from hazards.ResponsibilitiesClean and maintain...

  • Library Information Assistant

    1 month ago

    New York, New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Job Title: Library Information AssistantWe are seeking a highly motivated and customer-focused individual to join our team as a Library Information Assistant. In this role, you will provide exceptional service to patrons of all ages, assisting with information queries, circulation services, and supporting outreach and programming activities.Key...

  • Library Maintenance Assistant

    1 week ago

    New York, New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Job SummaryThe New York Public Library is seeking a skilled Junior Library Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our Library users and employees. This role involves performing various custodial tasks, including cleaning and maintaining the Library building and grounds, buffing and waxing floors, and handling snow...

  • Library Information Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    New York, New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Job Title: Library Information AssistantWe are seeking a highly motivated and customer-focused individual to join our team as a Library Information Assistant. In this role, you will provide exceptional service to patrons of all ages, assisting with information queries, circulation services, and supporting outreach and programming activities.Key...

  • Library Maintainer

    3 weeks ago

    New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Library Maintainer - ManhattanDepartment: FacilitiesEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Library for the Performing ArtsReporting To: Michelle PerezCompensation: $60,144 / yearDescriptionThe New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. NYPL's...

  • Library Page

    3 months ago

    New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time

    Library Page - Library for the Performing Arts / Research Access ServicesDepartment: Research Libraries Employment Type: Part Time Location: Library for the Performing Arts Reporting To: Caleb Cadet Compensation: $15.00 / hour Description Do you love books and the performing arts? The New York Public Library has been an essential provider of free books,...

Library Manager

3 months ago

New York, United States The New York Public Library Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescriptionOverview
The mission of the New York Public Library is to inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge, and strengthen our communities.  To deliver on this promise, we provide free access to physical and electronic resources in neighborhoods throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. The New York Public Library is seeking a bright, dynamic, and enthusiastic manager to provide leadership and direction to a team of public service professionals in the Francis Martin Library. With over 100,000 patron visits per year, the Library offers a comprehensive service to all those who live, work and study in the changing Francis Martin neighborhood by offering patrons access to a wide range of books, information and knowledge. The staff of the Francis Martin Library work diligently to offer over 1,000 programs and classes a year. The Library Manager must have a passion for creating an environment of teamwork that embraces change and excellent customer service. They must possess effective management skills and experience, and be knowledgeable about the administrative and programmatic operations of public libraries in an urban setting.
Key Responsibilities
Under the general direction of the Associate Director:
  • Manages the day to day operations of the branch including information, circulation, outreach, and programming services
  • Serves as the hiring manager for the site and is responsible for the ongoing development, evaluation, training, and discipline of staff in accordance with Library policies
  • Has overall responsibility for branch appearance and layout, the procurement of furniture and supplies, and the branch’s operational budget
  • Develops and implements strategies to enhance the onsite user experience, including using statistics and metrics to tailor services to meet local community needs and drive circulation and attendance
  • Builds partnerships with local businesses, community organizations, elected officials and community leaders to further strengthen the branch’s relationship with their diverse community
  • Partners with Programming units to develop and facilitate innovative programs for the community’s diverse patron base
  • Maintains and updates the Library’s collection profile, including merchandising the material and communicating collection needs to the Collection Development team
  • Focuses overall effort on providing exceptional customer service, including rallying the Branch Library team around this goal and resolving patron complaints as needed
  • Collaborates with Library Network Manager and other departments to improve the quality and variety of branch library services, ensure that the site is well-maintained and that technology is operational
  • Stays current in public library matters through professional development, involvement in professional organizations, interlibrary organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences or workshops
  • Performs related duties as required

Required Education, Experience & SkillsRequired Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Skills
  • Substantial public library experience working in a variety of roles displaying administrative, supervisory, and leadership skills appropriate to the position
  • Successfully demonstrated commitment to providing consistent, high-quality public services
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills including the ability to serve as an enthusiastic ambassador for the Library
  • Successfully demonstrated experience supervising, training, and mentoring staff
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, identify and assess problems, and decisively implement appropriate solutions or recommendations
  • Ability to work well independently and collaboratively across the Library to get things accomplished
  • Creativity, flexibility, and initiative in accommodating community and staff needs
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • Experience implementing or enforcing library policies and procedures
  • Knowledge and understanding of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for people of all ages in urban public libraries
  • Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs and e-reader devices

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities: 
  • Hires and manages all staff in building
  • Oversees branch programmatic and supplies budget
  • Monitors personnel budge

Preferred Qualifications
  • ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies preferred
  • Experience creating, conducting and/or participating in community training, programming and outreach preferred

More...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
  • Public service library
Physical Duties
  • Lifting up to 15 lbs.
  • Remaining stationary for periods of time
  • Daily use of a computer
Physical Required?
No

Union/Non Union
Local 1930

Schedule
  • 35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular branch hours
The New York Public Library Salary Statement

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.

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).