Public Programs Assistant - Storytime & Library Desk

American Museum of Natural History; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

The American Museum of Natural History seeks a Gottesman Learning Center Program Assistant to staff the Library Reference Desk on weekends and support guest engagement across programs. You will help with Storytime, book talks, and community group meetings, coordinating activities outside weekday hours while maintaining high standards of visitor care.

This role requires an irregular schedule including weekends and early evenings, and demands the ability to multi‑task in a public-facing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of professional experience working with the public in an informal education or library setting.
• Experience with event coordination and operations.
• Demonstrated public speaking and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Staff the AMNH Research Library Reference Desk during weekend open hours and support processing requests for access of the library resources.
• Greet visitors and guide them through the available resources of the reading room.
• Support the development of 'Satellite Library' displays and monitor their use.
• Maintain accurate visitation records and feedback reports.
• Support the operations and planning of a new slate of programs coming to the Gottesman Learning Center, including book clubs, storytime, meetings of community groups, drop‑in activities, and interactions with AMNH scientists.
• Maintain an irregular work schedule which includes frequent weekend, early morning, and evening programs.
• Ensure all program participants and visitors receive the highest quality of attention and care throughout their experience.

Skills

Public interaction

Event coordination

Public speaking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Some college-level coursework in the natural sciences

Job description

The American Museum of Natural History seeks a Gottesman Learning Center Program Assistant to staff the Library Reference Desk on weekends and support guest engagement across programs. You will help with Storytime, book talks, and community group meetings, coordinating activities outside weekday hours while maintaining high standards of visitor care.

This role requires an irregular schedule including weekends and early evenings, and demands the ability to multi‑task in a public-facing