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Mobile Outreach Librarian, Harris County Public Library, Administration Offices

  • 1.  Mobile Outreach Librarian, Harris County Public Library, Administration Offices

    Posted 09-20-2022 15:24
    $21.86 Hourly
    Location 
    Houston, TX
    Job Type
    Regular Full-time
    Department
    Public Library
    Job Number
    08843
    Closing
    10/20/2022 11:59 PM Central

    Position Description

    Harris County Public Library - Administrative Offices 

    Works as part of the Harris County Public Library (HCPL) Programs, Partnerships and Outreach Division team to provide in-person and virtual library services to partner and community facilities throughout Harris County.

    Duties & Responsibilities:

    • Provides remote library services and programming to community center outreach locations, including holds pick up, browsing collections, basic reference and computer assistance

    • Provides informal instruction for all ages through library programs

    • Creates virtual and in-person programming for all ages

    • Curates and maintains collections and displays for partner facilities and provides circulation assistance

    • Provides basic information and readers' advisory assistance

    • Maintains cooperative relationships with local schools, youth organizations, and community groups

    • Responsible for collecting new content assets or to photograph an event to complete content; travel to our library branches or outreach sites required

    • 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 & Experience

    • Bachelor's Degree (all majors considered)

    • At least six (6) months of experience in public speaking

    • At least six (6) months of experience in editing and creating digital programs

    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

    • Must have reliable transportation to/from work sites

    • Great communication skills (written & verbal)

    • Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)

    • Well versed in Social Media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.)

    • Comfortable with teaching themselves technology software and hardware; self-learner

    • Ability to work independently with limited supervision, as well as collaboratively with a team

    • Must use your personal mobile device for our Multifactor Authentication process



    NOTE: To qualify for this position, the required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history. Resumes are welcome, but we do not use any information provided on your resume to qualify and refer you to the Hiring Department for consideration.

    Preferences
    • Master's Degree of Library Science
    • Bilingual in English/Spanish

    General Information

    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.

    Location: 

    • Administration Building

      • 5749 South Loop East, 77033 

    Hours: 

    • Full-time, 40 hours a week, Monday-Friday

    • May include evenings and Saturdays as needed

    Salary: 

    • $21.86 per hour

    • Paid biweekly

    Physical Requirements: 

    Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

    Work Environment: 

    This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Works in an outdoor environment at times. Possible exposure to inclement weather or various temperature changes.


    Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
     
    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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