Posting Details
Position Information Position Title: Education Library and Resource Associate Department: Education - 050
Position Summary The American Museum of Natural History is one of the worlds preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, with a mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition. The Education Library & Resource Associate will work across the AMNH Education division to identify, catalog, and make accessible the vast educational literature, curricula, and research briefs that exist across education classrooms and workspaces.
In collaboration with the AMNH Research Library, the Education Library & Resource Associate will support the development and implementation of a comprehensive catalog system for the Education Teaching Library. Throughout this process, the Resource Associate will support the use of these materials through the development of satellite library displays, book club programs, and other programs developed by the new Gottesman Learning Center team.
Database and Documentation Management Catalogue: entire collection of literary materials held across classrooms and education workspaces, including data on items, condition, labeling, and barcoding. Provide ongoing maintenance of the Teaching Library digital catalog and ensure integrity of the database. Centralize proper documentation of the Teaching Library, including accessioning and deaccessioning, reporting, and other record management tasks. Assist in updating standard operating procedures for Library use and management.
Collection Use and Care Monitor use of the Teaching Library by Museum staff and ensure that proper reporting and check-in-out protocols are followed. Ongoing monitoring of the Library for pest, environmental, and over-usage concerns. Understand and implement Museum best practices and protocols in Library-related procedures.
Programming Support Work at the AMNH Research Library Reference Desk during weekend open hours and support the publics use of the reading room. Support the operations and planning of a new slate of programs coming to the Gottesman Learning Center in 2026, including book clubs, storytime, meetings of community groups, drop-in activities, and interactions with AMNH scientists. Facilitate the use of the Teaching Library and other materials and resources needed for teaching and learning and supporting programs department-wide.
Coordinate with Education and Research Library staff on the creation of thematic Satellite Library displays for various audiences, including teachers, parents, students, and the general public.
Expected Salary Range The expected salary range for the Education Library and Resource Associate is $60,000 - $70,000 annual.
The AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community. Pay will be determined based on several factors, including skills, knowledge, training, education credentials, areas of specialization, and depth and scope of experience.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree in natural sciences, humanities, literature, museum studies, information sciences, or other related field. 3 years of professional experience working with object or literature collections in an informal education or library setting. Thorough knowledge of collections management standards and best practices. Demonated experience managing the care, preservation, and documentation of library collections, especially in museum registration, library cataloguing software, handling shelving, and loan procedures. Experience in project management. Organized, detail-oriented, able to work independently, and take initiative. A capable multi-tasker.
Preferred Qualifications Masters degree in information sciences, library sciences, or other related field.
Physical Demands Must be able to move about the Museum campus. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, sitting or standing, for prolonged periods. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently. May include any of the following:
Category Full-Time Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period: 70 Union Status: Non-Union FLSA Exempt Expected Salary: Minimum $60,000 annual, Expected Salary Maximum $70,000 annual
EEO Statement The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs, or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender, including sexual harassment, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and lactation, accommodations, alienage, or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history in each case to the extent provided by law.
Quick Link http://careers.amnh.org/postings/4692
Posting Detail Information Posting Number: GS973P Open Date: 02/05/2026 Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.
Do you have a bachelors degree or graduate level degree in natural sciences, humanities, literature, museum studies, information sciences, or other related field? Yes No
Do you have 3 years of professional experience working with object or literature collections in an informal education or library setting? Yes No
Do you have demonstrated experience managing the care, preservation, and documentation of library collections, especially in museum registration, library cataloguing software, handling shelving, and loan procedures? Yes No
Do you have experience in project management? Yes No
Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter Optional Documents: