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Ramp Health

Health & Wellness Coach - Full Time

Dayton, NJ · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

Onsite Health & Wellness Coach, Full Time - Dayton, NJ Job Purpose: The wellness coach provides ... Provide helpful resources from the Ramp Health's library and other evidence-based sources that ...

Ramp Health

Health & Wellness Coach - Full Time

Plainfield, NJ · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

Onsite Health & Wellness Coach, Full Time - Plainfield & Elizabeth, NJ Job Purpose: The wellness ... Provide helpful resources from the Ramp Health's library and other evidence-based sources that ...

PEN America

Senior Manager, Freedom to Read

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

This is a full-time position based in PEN America's New York City headquarters and reports to the ... The successful candidate will possess strong knowledge of censorship efforts in public libraries ...

PEN America

Senior Manager, Freedom to Read

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$126K - $127K/yr

This is a full-time position based in PEN America's New York City headquarters and reports to the ... The successful candidate will possess strong knowledge of censorship efforts in public libraries ...

Sarian Solutions

iOS Developer

New York, NY

$56.50 - $78/hr

NYC, NY or Dallas, TX Type: Full-Time Required Skills: Proven working experience in software ... Experience with third-party libraries , Custom libraries and APIs Working knowledge of the general ...

TecTammina

Java_Angular_JS (Full Time)

Jersey City, NJ

$54.75 - $70.75/hr

Strong knowledge of Front End web development in Javascript PLUS exceptional debug skills Experience with other JS libraries and frameworks (Kendo UI) is a PLUS Understanding of SDLC and experience ...

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As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time library in Edison, NJ is $19.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.67 and $21.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A full-time library job typically refers to a position within a library where the employee works a standard number of hours per week, usually ranging from 35 to 40 hours. These roles can include librarians, library assistants, or other support staff responsible for organizing, managing, and providing access to library resources. Full-time library employees may also assist patrons, manage collections, organize events, and support educational programs. The specific duties can vary depending on the library's size and type, such as public, academic, or special libraries.

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AspectFull Time LibraryPart Time Library
Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekFewer hours, often less than 20 hours per week
CredentialsUsually requires a Master's in Library Science (MLS)May require similar credentials but often less strict
Employment BenefitsFull benefits including health insurance and paid leaveLimited or no benefits
Work EnvironmentPublic or academic library setting, structured hoursSimilar environment but with flexible scheduling

Full Time Library positions involve standard working hours, comprehensive benefits, and typically require an MLS degree. Part Time Library roles offer flexible hours with fewer benefits, suitable for those seeking part-time work in similar library settings.

What are some common challenges faced by full-time library staff, and how can they be managed effectively?

Full-time library staff often face challenges such as balancing multiple responsibilities, adapting to new technologies, and assisting patrons with diverse needs. Managing time efficiently and staying organized are key to handling circulation, reference, and programming duties. Regular training and open communication within the library team can help staff stay updated and supported. Building strong relationships with patrons and colleagues also fosters a positive work environment and enhances service quality.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Full-Time Librarian, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Full-Time Librarian, you need a strong background in information science, research methods, and collection management, typically supported by a Master's in Library Science (MLS) or equivalent qualification. Familiarity with integrated library systems (ILS), digital databases, and cataloging standards such as MARC or Dewey Decimal Classification is essential. Excellent communication, organizational skills, and a customer-service mindset help librarians engage with patrons and collaborate with colleagues. These skills are crucial for efficiently managing resources, supporting community needs, and ensuring access to accurate information.
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Software Engineering Manager, Research

Software Engineering Manager, Research

The New York Public Library

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$150K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

New York Public Library rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Software Engineering Manager, Research
Department: Digital
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
Reporting To: Michael Benowitz
Compensation: $150,000 - $155,000 / year
Description
This is not a remote role; this role is hybrid and requires three days a week in the office in NYC
Job Summary
NYPL is hiring a Software Engineering Manager to help lead our research teams in developing our suite of discovery and access tools. These include the Research Catalog, which provides access to over 20 million volumes and Digital Collections, which provides access to over a million digitized assets, as well as other tools that provide access to NYPL's extensive archives and special collections. These patron-facing applications are backed by a set of data pipelines and APIs that support discovery and ensure that patrons can request materials, make research appointments and order high-resolution scans, among other options. This role will ensure that these systems are maintained while helping lead strategic work that will help NYPL build a unified experience for our research patrons, ensuring that they have easy access to the incredible wealth of NYPL's collections.
The Software Engineering Manager will manage 2 high performing teams of engineers that develop and maintain these tools, working to both continue their work and level them up in terms of skills and practices. Additionally this role will contribute to the technical leadership of NYPL Digital by helping set standards for best practices in development and other technical areas. It will be a key member of our engineering leadership and help ensure that our strategic priorities are well defined, deliverable and in line with the teams' work. They will have the opportunity to partner with departments across NYPL to identify and deliver on shared priorities, helping continue NYPL's position as a leader in library technology.
We are looking for someone we can count on to:
Own:
  • The day-to-day development work and priorities for the Research engineering teams
  • Strategic priorities and projects for the Research teams, including new feature development and the shipping of new products
  • Overall development roadmaps for the Research teams, ensuring capacity to tackle product work as well as routine maintenance and technical debt
  • A broad base of technical knowledge to be able to identify solutions for difficult problems in our Research products
  • Relationships between the Research engineering teams and both our internal Product/Project teams as well as stakeholders across NYPL

Teach:
  • Support and mentor Research engineers, helping them deliver results on time and in accordance with department standards
  • Present on their and the team's work to technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Build support for Research's work among interested parties across NYPL
  • Align approaches to development between engineering teams, sharing best practices

Learn:
  • Gain an understanding of library science practices, especially around the metadata standards and practices used in NYPL's Research systems
  • Investigate the connections between NYPL's different research tools to learn how records and metadata can be shared and connected between them
  • Collaborate with Engineering leadership to help improve NYPL Digital's culture and implement best practices is software development

Improve:
  • Grow as a team member, collaborating with other NYPL engineers to solve problems
  • Retire legacy applications and replace them with modern, streamlined solutions
  • Identify hidden connections between our collections and design ways to surface them

Some expectations for this role are that within:
1 month, this person will:
  • Build an understanding of NYPL's Research products and architecture
  • Meet with engineering team members as well as key stakeholders to understand the team's current workstreams and strategic priorities
  • Review and understand their teams' current development practices and workflows
  • Collaborate with other engineering leaders to understand the current state of the engineering organization and its priorities

3 months, this person will:
  • Understand the Research teams' codebases, their status and development needs
  • Build a picture of the status of engineering team members with regards to the status of their work and their annual goals
  • Participate in design and priority discussions with product and project management
  • Lead conversations about the Research teams' development progress and help report on status to Digital leadership

6 months and beyond, this person will:
  • Provide mentorship to engineering team members on both project based work and longer term career goals
  • Regularly influence design and architecture discussions for Research products
  • Collaborate with engineering leadership to deliver new features across NYPL and facilitate the adoption of best practices based development in the department
  • Take overall responsibility for new engineering projects, coordinating engineers on the Research teams
  • Help lead product development by taking accountability for delivery, mentoring developers, fostering collaboration and generally aiding the adoption of best practices
  • Influence and empower the team to build useful, accessible applications in a sustainable and maintainable way

Responsibilities:
  • Manage the work and output of 6-8 engineers across NYPL's Research teams communicating priorities and system requirements clearly
  • Collaborate with the Research teams to build innovative and forward-looking applications for our patrons and staff
  • Work with product and project leadership to estimate the feasibility and complexity of new products and features
  • Hire, mentor and coach engineers on best practices and career growth
  • Foster a psychologically safe team environment - be transparent about challenges, failures, and successes, and encourage staff to ask questions, voice concerns, and engage critically with the work.
  • Research and recommend solutions driven by data and cost-benefit analysis, with an emphasis on automation and efficiency.
  • Encourage and enable engineers to adopt AI coding tools and agentic workflows where they improve quality, velocity, or developer experience, while maintaining strong code review, testing, and security practice.

Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education and Certifications
  • Bachelor's Degree -OR-

Required Experience
  • Equivalent 7 - 10 + years of hands-on development experience on relevant tech stack
  • At least 3 - 5 + years experience managing one or more engineering teams

Required Skills
  • Strong leadership, mentoring, coaching and decision-making skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to level up individual engineers and engineering teams
  • Hands-on familiarity with modern AI coding assistants and agentic development tools (e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or comparable), and a point of view on where they help and where they don't
  • Track record of leading major technical initiatives to solve complex technical problems
  • Knowledge of non-technical strategies for solving team, culture and process problems
  • Experience establishing documentation standards and practices
  • Expertise in Python application development and system design, including production experience with Python web frameworks
  • Expertise in data pipeline architecture, data stores, queue processing and other tools
  • Strong understanding of system architecture and design patterns as well as cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, etc)
  • Strong understanding of DevOps practices and their impacts on technical delivery
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate through ambiguity and drive results.

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Support team of 6-8 engineers in their day-to-day work
  • Coach team members on both hard and soft skills
  • Provide feedback on team performance and motivate team to deliver on project goals
  • Keep team accountable and ensure delivery

More...
Core ValuesAll 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
  • Hybrid work environment; requires onsite work in NYC three days a week
  • Office environment

Physical Duties
  • N/A

Pre-Placement Physical Required?
  • No

Union/Non Union
  • Non-Union

FLSA Status
  • Exempt

Schedule
  • Monday - Friday; 9-5
  • Hybrid work environment, requires work in NYC three days a week

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).

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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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Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1895

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