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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 young 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. Exemplify the high standards and expectations for the library system in its daily operations and services. 

• Plan, coordinate, and promote young adult services and programs
• Identify information needs in the community and plan and provide services to meet these needs
• Provide reader's advisory and reference services
• Develop a highly visible public marketing to advertise the library's young adult services to the community
• Develop an engaging and attractive young adult's library collection through awareness of current young adult literature
• Attend staff meetings, activities, and/or professional conferences and actively serve on committees
• Implement knowledge of current library trends in young adult services and programs
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the library collection through awareness of current young adult literature
• Other duties as assigned.

*** Unofficial copies of transcripts are required along with the application ***

• 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 educational activities for youth 

• 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 educational activities for youth 

• 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 educational activities for youth 

• 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 educational activities for youth 

• Unofficial copies of transcripts are required along with the application

• 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:

• Full-time | Regular 
• 40 hours a week. 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.

• Reports To Position: Branch Manager or Assistant Branch Manager 
• Supervises Positions: None