Jobs at Brooklyn Public Library

Coordinate Brooklyn Supports programming in underserved Brooklyn libraries, assist patrons with social services and benefits (including Access HRA), develop community partnerships, provide referrals and follow-up, run outreach and workshops on benefits and mental health, collaborate with government and community providers, maintain documentation and reports, and support broader library navigation programs.

Deliver excellent customer service to library patrons; develop and maintain community partnerships; design and implement free programs that align with Brooklyn Public Library’s mission; engage a culturally diverse community in educational and cultural offerings.

Support development of a multi-floor permanent exhibition on Brooklyn history: research, narrative mapping, object selection, draft text, stakeholder consultation, exhibit design advising, marketing support, and project management including timelines, object checklists, and coordinating interns and partners.

Provide reference and reader's advisory services; develop and maintain children's collections and displays; plan and run age-appropriate programs and class visits for children birth to 12 and caregivers; partner with schools and community organizations; advocate for children's educational and social needs; promote library services and participate in outreach and community events.

Lead full-cycle recruitment for exempt, non-exempt, union, and temporary roles. Source and build diverse talent pipelines, manage ATS and agency relationships, coordinate interviews, conduct background checks and exit interviews, create TA metrics reports, support onboarding, and represent the library at recruiting events while advising hiring managers on job descriptions and selection strategies.

Provide administrative, recruitment, and community engagement support for the EYALP program. Manage scheduling and assessments (TABE/DRC), register participants in Salesforce, track attendance and documents, coordinate outreach and events, develop referral partnerships, distribute loaner technology, and monitor participant progress under supervisor direction.

This role involves managing government relations, organizing grants, and supporting funding processes for the Brooklyn Public Library. Responsibilities include budget advocacy, drafting testimonies, and community engagement activities.

The Network Administrator will manage the library's network, providing support and maintenance for hardware and software, ensuring security and resolving issues.

The Senior Accountant performs general accounting tasks, manages grant financial reports, bank reconciliations, and journal entries, ensuring compliance with policies.

The Case Manager supports adult literacy program participants, conducting assessments, providing resources, and facilitating workshops to help individuals achieve educational and career goals.

The Children's Librarian provides reference services, develops children's collections, plans programs for children, and advocates for their needs within the community.

Provide clerical, administrative, and program support for Inclusive Services and Hospital Storytelling: assist with outreach and events, answer phones, organize materials and giveaway books, correspond with site liaisons, log statistics, help prepare reports, and support Read and Play, Afterschool Stories, and gardening programs.