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Harris County Public Library (HCPL) - History What began in 1921 and the years following as a collection of small libraries housed in stores, post offices and private homes has grown into a system of 26 branch buildings, 2 technology service centers, and 2 partner locations offering collection/circulation services. HCPL operates branches in unincorporated parts of Harris County and cities which do not have their own library systems.

This position is responsible for identifying and interpreting user needs; planning and implementing a variety of adult programs to encourage library usage and to foster community relations; providing exceptional customer service, reference, and readers' advisory; and assisting Library patrons in the use of library services, facilities, and equipment. Leads Maker activities. Exemplify the high standards and expectations for the library system in its daily operations and services.

• Plan, coordinate, and promote adult services and programs, including summer reading and other special events
• Identify information needs in the community and plan and provide services to meet these needs. Responsible for Maker activities
• Provides reader's advisory and reference services
• Develop a highly-visible public relations program for adult services in the community
• Develop an engaging and attractive adult library collection through awareness of current adult literature
• Attend staff meetings, activities, and/or professional conferences, and actively serve on committees
• Implement knowledge of current trends in adult services and programs
• Other duties as assigned. 
  • This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.
  • Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
   https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
  If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
 
  This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education & Experience:

• Master of Library Science degree from an ALA-accredited university
  • Consideration will be given to individuals currently pursuing a master's degree in Library Science and will be completing the degree within the next four (4) months.
  • Proof of completion of the degree will be required for permanent status in the position.
• One (1) year of full-time customer service experience showing empathy, good communication, and problem-solving.
• One (1) year of full-time experience designing, planning, and making educating activities for adults

• Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university
• Two (2) years of full-time customer service experience showing empathy, good communication, and problem-solving.
• Two (2) years of full-time experience designing, planning, and making educating activities for adults

• Associates degree in any field or 60 hours of secondary education credits from an accredited college or university
• Four (4) years of full-time customer service experience showing empathy, good communication, and problem-solving.
• Four (4) years of full-time experience designing, planning, and making educating activities for adults

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Six (6) years of full-time customer service experience showing empathy, good communication, and problem-solving.
• Six (6) years of full-time experience designing, planning, and making educating activities for adults

• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environment
• Ability to work well with public and staff members
• Proficient with Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
• Proficient with the Internet and Office 365
• Must use personal mobile device for the Multifactor Authentication process

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Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Part-time | Regular 
• Typical shifts are Day, Evening, Nights, Weekends, etc.

• $23.28 Per Hour
• Paid Biweekly

• This job typically operates in a professional office environment. 
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 
• At times, work can be performed in an outdoor environment and possible exposure to inclement weather or various temperature changes. 
• There could be exposure to dangerous or aggressive/adverse populations. 

• Some duties would require the ability to lift up to 20 pounds and bending & standing for periods at a time.