The New York Public Library
Library Page - Teen Center Ambassador
The New York Public Library, New York, New York, us, 10261
Application Deadline:
24 November 2025
Department:
Branch Services & Programs
Location:
Various Locations
Compensation:
$17.00 / hour
Description The New York Public Library is looking for teens in the 10th, 11th, or 12th grade who are interested in at least one of the following:
Community engagement
Engaging their peers in library programs & services
Exploring the world and work of libraries
The Teen Center Ambassadors (TCA) position will be assigned to one of NYPL’s local branch libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, or Staten Island, where they will create dynamic library events and resources for teen audiences at the library and encourage their peers to become more involved with their library.
This will include hosting branch-based programs and events for teens, creating dynamic book displays, contributing a teen perspective to branch operations, and making the Teen Center as welcoming, inclusive, and empowering as possible.
Ambassadors will be provided with training and have the opportunity to attend special events, such as career panels, guest speakers, and library field trips.
Position hours are scheduled between January 20, 2026, and June 5, 2026. Those hours include:
Human Resources Orientation
(week of January 5) — 1.5 hours
Orientation Camp
(January 10 - January 16) — up to 14 hours
Branch Placement
(January 20 — June 5)
Up to 8 hours/week
Mid-Winter Recess Camp
(Week of February 16) — 8 hours
Spring Recess Camp
(Week of April 6) — 14 hours
Special events and opportunities
— up to 20 hours
Most hours will be scheduled after 3 PM on weekdays. A few weekend events will be scheduled. A program calendar will be provided during the interview process.
In the application, you will select up to 3 locations where you would be willing to work. You must be able to get to the locations you select by around 3 PM on weekdays (there are some exceptions and we can discuss your schedule during the interview). We recommend that you map your commute from school to the locations you choose to know how long it will take you to get there. If you are hired, you will be assigned to one location. Position locations include the following:
Bronx Branches
Baychester Library
Bronx Library Center
Grand Concourse Library
Hunts Point Library
Manhattan Branches
125th Street Library
Bloomingdale Library
Chatham Square Library
Inwood Library
Macomb’s Bridge Library
Staten Island Branches
St. George Library Center
West New Brighton Library
Key Responsibilities
Develop a teen engagement plan for the branch to increase teen patron use of branch and system-wide services
Plan and implement weekly programs for teens in partnership with Young Adult branch staff
Create and maintain branch displays and self-directed programming area for teens
Contribute to branch and system-wide social media and blogs to share a teen perspective on library services and other issues
Participate in trainings and meetings on topics such as library resources, communication and marketing strategies, community engagement, cultural history, and more
Support programs conducted by the Young Adult Librarian and other key staff
Required Education & Experience
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
Demonstrated interest and and/or experience in peer-to-peer work
Interest in libraries and librarianship
Experience with social media including knowledge of current trends
Strong written and communication skills
Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and creating a safe and welcoming environment for teens
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
More 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
Limited physical effort is required
Light lifting required
May require travel within NYC
Physical Required?
No
Schedule
Up to 8 hours per week; most hours scheduled after 3pm on weekdays
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.
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24 November 2025
Department:
Branch Services & Programs
Location:
Various Locations
Compensation:
$17.00 / hour
Description The New York Public Library is looking for teens in the 10th, 11th, or 12th grade who are interested in at least one of the following:
Community engagement
Engaging their peers in library programs & services
Exploring the world and work of libraries
The Teen Center Ambassadors (TCA) position will be assigned to one of NYPL’s local branch libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, or Staten Island, where they will create dynamic library events and resources for teen audiences at the library and encourage their peers to become more involved with their library.
This will include hosting branch-based programs and events for teens, creating dynamic book displays, contributing a teen perspective to branch operations, and making the Teen Center as welcoming, inclusive, and empowering as possible.
Ambassadors will be provided with training and have the opportunity to attend special events, such as career panels, guest speakers, and library field trips.
Position hours are scheduled between January 20, 2026, and June 5, 2026. Those hours include:
Human Resources Orientation
(week of January 5) — 1.5 hours
Orientation Camp
(January 10 - January 16) — up to 14 hours
Branch Placement
(January 20 — June 5)
Up to 8 hours/week
Mid-Winter Recess Camp
(Week of February 16) — 8 hours
Spring Recess Camp
(Week of April 6) — 14 hours
Special events and opportunities
— up to 20 hours
Most hours will be scheduled after 3 PM on weekdays. A few weekend events will be scheduled. A program calendar will be provided during the interview process.
In the application, you will select up to 3 locations where you would be willing to work. You must be able to get to the locations you select by around 3 PM on weekdays (there are some exceptions and we can discuss your schedule during the interview). We recommend that you map your commute from school to the locations you choose to know how long it will take you to get there. If you are hired, you will be assigned to one location. Position locations include the following:
Bronx Branches
Baychester Library
Bronx Library Center
Grand Concourse Library
Hunts Point Library
Manhattan Branches
125th Street Library
Bloomingdale Library
Chatham Square Library
Inwood Library
Macomb’s Bridge Library
Staten Island Branches
St. George Library Center
West New Brighton Library
Key Responsibilities
Develop a teen engagement plan for the branch to increase teen patron use of branch and system-wide services
Plan and implement weekly programs for teens in partnership with Young Adult branch staff
Create and maintain branch displays and self-directed programming area for teens
Contribute to branch and system-wide social media and blogs to share a teen perspective on library services and other issues
Participate in trainings and meetings on topics such as library resources, communication and marketing strategies, community engagement, cultural history, and more
Support programs conducted by the Young Adult Librarian and other key staff
Required Education & Experience
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
Demonstrated interest and and/or experience in peer-to-peer work
Interest in libraries and librarianship
Experience with social media including knowledge of current trends
Strong written and communication skills
Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and creating a safe and welcoming environment for teens
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
More 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
Limited physical effort is required
Light lifting required
May require travel within NYC
Physical Required?
No
Schedule
Up to 8 hours per week; most hours scheduled after 3pm on weekdays
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.
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