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As of Aug 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary library director in Merrick, NY is $101,623.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,200.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Library Director vs Library Manager?

AspectTemporary Library DirectorLibrary Manager
CredentialsMaster's degree in Library Science (MLS) or equivalent, leadership experienceBachelor's degree in Library Science or related field, some management experience
Work EnvironmentPublic or academic library, temporary or project-based rolePublic, academic, or special libraries, ongoing management
Employer & Industry UsageLibraries seeking interim leadership or short-term projectsLibraries managing daily operations and staff
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding temporary leadership roles in librariesManaging library operations and staff

The Temporary Library Director typically fills short-term leadership gaps, requiring advanced credentials and leadership skills. In contrast, a Library Manager handles ongoing daily operations, often with less emphasis on senior management experience. Both roles are vital in library settings but differ mainly in duration, scope, and level of responsibility.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Library Director job openings in Merrick, NY as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,623 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

Development Associate, Development Events (Temporary)

The New York Public Library

New York, NY • Hybrid

Full-time

Re-posted 16 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

Description
Overview
The Development Department at The New York Public Library raises funds from private sources to support the mission and vision of The New York Public Library. The team is made up of a dynamic group of development and events professionals who together represent expertise in all areas of fundraising, including individual, corporate, foundation and government grants, special events, membership, planned giving, and systems management. The Development Department raises over $20 million in Annual Fund and more than $90 million overall each year. 

The Associate of Development Events will play an integral role in the planning, preparation, and execution of high profile fundraising events including the Library Lions Gala and the Spring Lunch as well as other special donor and membership events as needed.

" Please note this is a temporary role - Aug, 2022 - Dec, 2022"

Responsibilities
Reporting to the Associate Director of Development Events, the Associate of Development Events will:
  • Manage operational tasks related to benefit and stewardship events including preparing mailing lists and invitations, updating fundraising data in database, scheduling meetings and events, conducting donor and prospect research, drafting agendas and correspondence, taking RSVPs and making follow-up calls, and updating event web pages
  • Research and propose ideas for relevant and engaging event speakers
  • Assist with the processing and preparation of acknowledgement letters for event contributions in a timely manner
  • Manage event calendars, oversee staffing needs and responsibilities for events, create memoranda for Senior leadership in advance of events
  • Assist with the management of event revenue tracking and expense budgets in conjunction with the Special Events team
  • Provide support at other Development events
  • Perform related duties as required

Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Certifications
  • Education requirements: BA/BS, preferably in the humanities
Required Experience
  • 1-3 years of fundraising and/or event experience

Required Skills
  • Strong project management skills and able to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders
  • High degree of initiative, organization, and follow-through
  • Responsible self-starter; able to work independently
  • Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff, donors, and the public, and the ability to exercise good judgment
  • Excellent computer skills including MS Word and Excel

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities
N/A

Preferred Qualifications
  • Proficient in using Raiser’s Edge or similar fundraising database software

More...
Please Note: Effective August 2, 2021, absent a qualifying exception for medical or religious reasons, newly hired employees of the New York Public Library must present proof of receipt of a COVID-19 vaccination and may not begin employment at the Library until 14 days after their receipt of their second dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines or 14 days after their first dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.  Newly hired employees who need additional time to receive their vaccination prior to their start date may request an adjournment of their start date with their hiring manager.  The Library will consider such requests on a case by case basis, depending upon the Library’s operational needs, among other factors.  The Library will further consider exemptions for prospective employees who cannot become vaccinated due to a qualifying medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief or practice.  Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment and who seek a medical or religious exemption to the Library’s vaccination policy will be provided with additional instructions at the time of the conditional offer.

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
  • Office
Physical Duties
  • Limited physical effort is required
  • Lifting up to 40 lbs. required
  • May require travel within NYC
Pre-Placement Physical Required?
No
Union/Non Union
Non-Union
FLSA Status
Exempt
Schedule
  • Hybrid, 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday 9-5, with evenings for Development event support, temporary basis (August-December 2022)

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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.

Industry

Libraries and archives

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1895

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