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To thrive as a Librarian, you typically need a Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS), strong research skills, and organizational abilities. Familiarity with library management systems, digital archives, and cataloguing tools like MARC or Dewey Decimal Classification is essential. Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills help librarians engage diverse patrons and collaborate with colleagues. These competencies ensure effective resource management, support lifelong learning, and enhance community access to information.

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Different library jobs have varying qualifications. To become a librarian, you need a master’s degree in either library science or information studies. This is important if you work with students in an academic setting. You also need some research experience and a strong awareness of research procedures and tools. Library technicians and assistants need to have a high school diploma or a GED certificate and strong administrative skills. If you are seeking a job in library computer support, you need at least a bachelor’s degree in information technologies.

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Library staff often encounter challenges such as staying current with rapidly evolving digital platforms, assisting patrons with varying levels of tech literacy, and integrating new technologies with existing catalog systems. Balancing traditional library services with digital resource management requires ongoing training and flexibility. However, many libraries provide professional development opportunities and foster a supportive team environment to help staff successfully navigate these changes.

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Required CredentialsLibrary degree or certification, MLS/MLISArchival certification, MLS/MLIS often preferred
Work EnvironmentPublic, academic, or special librariesArchives, museums, historical institutions
Industry UsageInformation management, education, public servicePreservation, historical records, cultural heritage

Libraries and archivists both manage information resources, but libraries focus on providing access to current materials for the public or specific groups, while archivists preserve historical records and rare collections. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Library Page, Teen Center Ambassador Exhibitions

The New York Public Library

New York, NY

$17/hr

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago

New York Public Library rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Overview
The New York Public Library is looking for teens in the 10th, 11th, or 12th grade to work as  Exhibitions Teen Center Ambassadors at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building in their current exhibitions. Library exhibitions showcase some of the most extraordinary items from NYPL's research collections, inspiring and empowering visitors to discover, learn, and create new knowledge through manuscripts, artworks, letters, still and moving images, recordings, and more that bring to life voices of the past. 

Teens should be interested in at least one of the following: 
  • Community engagement 
  • Engaging library patrons of all ages in library exhibitions, programs & services
  • Exploring the world and work of libraries

The Exhibitions Teen Center Ambassadors (TCA) position will be assigned to work in the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, where they will get patrons excited about Library exhibitions, helping them to connect with the material displayed through conversations, activities and tours, and encouraging the general public to engage with the public library and its collections.

This will include hosting exhibitions-based activities, tours, and programs for patrons of all ages, contributing a teen perspective to NYPL's unique exhibitions, and making the Library as welcoming, inclusive, and empowering as possible.

Ambassadors will be provided with training on facilitation and have the opportunity to attend special events, such as career panels, guest speakers, and library field trips. 

Position hours are scheduled between September 2026, and June 19, 2027. Those hours include:
  • Human Resources Orientation (September 2026) - 1.5 hours
  • Program Orientation (September 19) - 7  hours
  • Branch Placement (September 21 - June 19)
    • Wednesday: 4PM - 6:30PM
    • Saturdays: 10AM - 2:30PM
  • Mid-Winter Recess Camp (Week of February 15) - 8 hours
  • Spring Recess Camp (Week of April 26) - 14 hours
  • Special events and opportunities - up to 20 hours
 A program calendar will be provided during the interview process. 

You must be able to get to the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building by the scheduled branch shift times.  We recommend that you map your commute from school to the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building. 
  • Support visitors in participating in the We the People community storytelling exhibition
  • Plan and implement exhibition activities for all ages in partnership with Exhibitions Education and Visitor Experience 
  • Generate ideas for self-directed exhibition exploration for teens
  • Contribute to branch and system-wide social media and blogs to share a teen perspective on library research collections and services
  • Participate in trainings and meetings on topics such as library resources, community engagement, cultural history, and more
  • Support programs conducted by the Young Adult Programs and Services team, Exhibitions Education, Visitor Experience, and other key staff 
  • Facilitate positive learning experiences in the We the People, Polonsky Exhibition, Declaring America, and other exhibitions in the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
  • Current enrollment in 10th-12th grade in a NYC high school
  • Proper employment certificate for minors under 18 as required by NYS law
  • A resume is required for this position. You can find a guide to writing your resume here. 
 Required Skills
  • Interest in museum education and libraries
  • Interest and/or experience in public-facing work
  • Strong written and communication skills 
  • Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and creating a safe and welcoming environment for library patrons
  • Demonstrated reliability and punctuality
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Hardworking and willing to be flexible 
  • Able to communicate through email and other electronic formats in a timely manner
  • Demonstrated integrity
  • Strong computer skills, including email, internet, and word processing; preference for the Google Suite
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
Physical Duties
  • Moving book trucks
  • Lifting boxes and materials up to 25 lbs
  • Requires alternating between stationary and frequent movement during scheduled shift 
  • May require travel within NYC
Pre-Placement Physical Required?
  • No
Schedule
  • Wednesdays: 4PM - 6:30PM
    Saturdays: 10AM - 2:30PM with additional orientation, trainings, and special opportunity hours to be scheduled
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.

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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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Libraries and archives

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1895

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