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Closing
10/13/2022 11:59 PM Central
Position Description
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.
Brief Position Overview:
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 maker space activities; 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.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Plan, coordinate, and promote young adult services and programs, including summer reading, maker space and other special events
- Identify information needs in the community and plan and provide services to meet these needs
- Responsible for Innovation Lab activities
- Provides reader's advisory and reference services
- Develop and sustains partnerships with college departments, local schools and organizations in serving young adult services customers
- Develop an engaging and attractive young adult 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 trends in young adult services, programs and maker space initiatives
- Performs other duties as assigned
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.
Requirements
Education:
- Masters of Library Science
Experience:
- At least one (1) year of Customer Service experience
- At least 1 year working directly with Young Adults
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Proficient with the Internet and Office 365
- 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.)
- Must use your personal mobile device for our Multifactor Authentication process
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
LOCATION:
HOURS:
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Full-Time; 40 hours a week.
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Typical shifts are Day, Evening, Nights, Weekends, etc.
SALARY:
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$21.86 Per Hour.
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Paid Biweekly
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- 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.
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
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David Cherry
Digital Content Specialist
Harris County Public Library
Houston TX
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