The New York Public Library
Library Information Assistant - Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library / Teen Cente
The New York Public Library, New York, New York, us, 10261
Library Information Assistant - Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library / Teen Center
Application Deadline:
4 September 2025
Department:
Branch Libraries
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library
Reporting To:
Ruth Guerrier - Pierre
Compensation:
$50,427 / year
Description
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 transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service, and vital community hubs that provide far more than just free books and materials.
NYPL is currently recruiting an Information Assistant at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library's Teen Center. Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library is the home of the innovative flagship Teen Center of NYPL, offering a wide variety of resources, from instruction in digital media production to mentoring and empowering our teen patrons so that they may engage with the world around them in new and creative ways. Operations of this flagship teen library will need a team of talented, creative, enthusiastic, and committed individuals who are passionate about enriching the lives of young adults.
Key Responsibilities Under the general supervision of the Library Manager, a Library Information Assistant: Provides circulation/reference service and instruction to library patrons of all ages using print, media and digital resources Answers questions from the public in person, over the telephone and electronically Performs community outreach to promote and increase public participation and use of library services Assists in planning and delivering library programs for children, teens and/or adults Instructs patrons on the use of the Internet, computer applications and other Library services Assists with fines & fees management, collection development/weeding, reserves and opening/closing procedures Ensures patrons follow library policies and procedures May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager Performs other related duties as required Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree required, preferably with a strong, well-rounded liberal arts background Required Skills
Successfully demonstrated public service experience with the ability to work well with a diverse patronage Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team Appreciation of literature and desire to encourage reading in others Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs and e-reader devices Demonstrated knowledge of computer services including on-line searching, social media and reference resources and databases Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:
May temporarily oversee the library in the absence of the Library Manager Preferred Qualifications
Experience creating, conducting and/or participating in community training, programming and outreach preferred Preferred language: Spanish More
Our 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:
Move and transport up to 15 lbs Remain in stationary position for periods of time Daily use of a computer
Physical Required? No
Union/Non Union Local 1930
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Schedule 35 hours per week to be scheduled during branch hours
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).
Application Deadline:
4 September 2025
Department:
Branch Libraries
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library
Reporting To:
Ruth Guerrier - Pierre
Compensation:
$50,427 / year
Description
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 transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service, and vital community hubs that provide far more than just free books and materials.
NYPL is currently recruiting an Information Assistant at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library's Teen Center. Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library is the home of the innovative flagship Teen Center of NYPL, offering a wide variety of resources, from instruction in digital media production to mentoring and empowering our teen patrons so that they may engage with the world around them in new and creative ways. Operations of this flagship teen library will need a team of talented, creative, enthusiastic, and committed individuals who are passionate about enriching the lives of young adults.
Key Responsibilities Under the general supervision of the Library Manager, a Library Information Assistant: Provides circulation/reference service and instruction to library patrons of all ages using print, media and digital resources Answers questions from the public in person, over the telephone and electronically Performs community outreach to promote and increase public participation and use of library services Assists in planning and delivering library programs for children, teens and/or adults Instructs patrons on the use of the Internet, computer applications and other Library services Assists with fines & fees management, collection development/weeding, reserves and opening/closing procedures Ensures patrons follow library policies and procedures May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager Performs other related duties as required Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree required, preferably with a strong, well-rounded liberal arts background Required Skills
Successfully demonstrated public service experience with the ability to work well with a diverse patronage Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team Appreciation of literature and desire to encourage reading in others Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs and e-reader devices Demonstrated knowledge of computer services including on-line searching, social media and reference resources and databases Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:
May temporarily oversee the library in the absence of the Library Manager Preferred Qualifications
Experience creating, conducting and/or participating in community training, programming and outreach preferred Preferred language: Spanish More
Our 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:
Move and transport up to 15 lbs Remain in stationary position for periods of time Daily use of a computer
Physical Required? No
Union/Non Union Local 1930
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Schedule 35 hours per week to be scheduled during branch hours
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).