National Librarian
Manages the National Library of Jamaica — leading national library policy, digital preservation, and public access to Jamaica’s documentary heritage.
Typical Salary
J$3M
to J$5.5M per year
Open Roles
5+
across Jamaica
Job Market
Stable
NLJ senior post
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Career Paths
Librarian→Parish Librarian→Regional Librarian→National Librarian
Salary Range in Jamaica
Mid J$4.2M
Entry: J$3MSenior: J$5.5M
Key Skills
Library leadership
Collection development
Digital preservation
National information policy
Budget management
Staff development
Partnership & advocacy
Research services
Education
Minimum Entry
- MLIS (Master of Library & Information Science)
Preferred
- PhD Library Science
- Archival management specialisation
Professional Qualifications
- MLIS (UWI or recognised)
- Jamaica Library Association membership
- Digital preservation training
- PhD Library Science (senior roles)
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