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
Requirements
Education:
Experience:
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
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Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
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Proficient with the Internet and Office 365
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Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environment
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Ability to work well with public and staff members
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Proficient with Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
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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
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- Full-Time | Regular – 40 hours a week
- Typical shifts are Day, Evening, Nights, Weekends, etc.
Salary:
- $21.86 Per Hour.
- Paid Biweekly.
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.
Physical Demands:
- Some duties would require exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds to force constantly to move objects.
Work Location:
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.