Library Specialist - Adult Programming (Lone Star College - Tomball Community Library)
Library Specialist - Adult Programming (Lone Star College - Tomball Community Library)
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Position Description
Harris County Public Library (HCPL) - History
The Harris County Public Library (HCPL) system established in 1921 began as a collection of small libraries located in stores post offices and private homes. Over the years it has grown into a robust network comprising 26 branch libraries two technology service centers and two partner locations that provide collection and circulation services. HCPL serves the communities of unincorporated Harris County and cities without independent library systems.
In 2024 HCPL received the prestigious National Medal for Museum and Library Service the highest honor awarded to libraries in the United States. Bestowed annually by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) this award recognizes institutions that deliver exceptional service to their communities. The library was recognized for innovative initiatives like HCPL Connected Enhanced Library Cards and its Mobile Outreach Librarian program.
HCPL is also recognized as one of the best places to work offering a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters innovation collaboration and professional growth. Its dedication to employee well-being diversity and community impact makes HCPL more than just a workplaceits where individuals can grow inspire and contribute to meaningful change.
What you will do at Harris County Public Library:This position is responsible for developing programs for an adult audience. Provide customer service readers advisory and basic reference service. Exemplify the high standards and expectations for the library system in its daily operations and services.
This position is at the Lone Star College (LSC) - Tomball Campus. The LSC-Tomball Community Library is a joint library partnership between the LSC-Tomball Campus and the Harris County Public Library (HCPL) to serve both the academic and public communities.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Plan coordinate and promote adult services and programssummer reading and other special events
- Provide customer service readers advisory and basic reference service within and beyond our walls
- Promote library services to adults and the community
- Collaborate with the branch team to develop implement and market programs in the library andcommunity
- Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with local/community organizations
- Develop an engaging and attractive library collection
- Attend staff meetings activities and/or professional conferences and actively serve on committees
- Other duties as assigned
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity EmployerThis position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.- Plan coordinate and promote adult services and programssummer reading and other special events
Requirements
Education & Experience:
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
- One (1) year of program experience (e.g. activities for all adults)
- One (1) year of customer service experience
- Associate degree in any field or 60 hours of secondary education credits from an accredited college or university
- Three (3) years of program experience (e.g. activities for all adults)
- One (1) year of customer service experience
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
- Five (5) years of program experience (e.g. activities for all adults)
- One (1) year of customer service experience
- Available and reliable transportation for work-related duties
- Unofficial copies of transcripts are required along with the application
- Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook)
- Proficient with Social Media (Facebook Twitter Instagram etc.)
- Proficient with the Internet and Office 365
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and 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
- Ability to exercise initiative and act with discretion
- 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 documentationbutONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.Preferences
Experience:
- Experience working with adult groups(preferred)
- Bilingual (preferred)
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- Full-time Regular
- Typical shifts are Day Evening Nights Weekends etc.
- May require attending meetings council sessions or after-hours events and off-site meetings.
- $20 Per Hour
- Paid Biweekly
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- This job typically operates in a professional office environment with overhead lighting and long periods of screen time.
- Daily use of a computer keyboard copier scanner printer calculator phone (desk and cell).
- Daily use of software programs including Microsoft Office Suite Outlook Word Excel and GPS.
- At times work may be performed in an outdoor environment and may have possible exposure to inclement weather or various temperature changes.
- Driving: Available and reliable transportation for work-related duties.
- Sitting for long periods; light physical activity that may include walking standing stooping bending reaching lifting and carrying.
- Ability to lift carry and exert up to 25 pounds. Occasionally lifts carries and exerts up to 40 pounds.
- Reports To Position:Branch Manager and Assistant Branch Manager
- Supervises Positions: None
Work Location:
- Lone Star College- Tomball Community Library 30555 Tomball Parkway Tomball TX 77375
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.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
