Librarian I Children's Programming (High Meadows Branch Library)

Harris County Public Library (HCPL) - History

This position is responsible for identifying and interpreting user needs; planning and implementing avariety of childrens programs to encourage library usage and foster community relations; providingexceptional customer service reference and readers advisory; and assisting Library patrons in theuse of library services facilities and equipment. Leads Innovation and Maker Space Lab activities forchildren. Exemplify the high standards and expectations for the library system in its daily operationsand services.

• Plan coordinate and promote childrens services and programs including summer reading and other special events
• Identify information needs in the community and plan and provide services to meet these needs
• Responsible for Innovation Lab and Maker Space activities
• Responsible for marketing (including via social media)
• Provides readers advisory and reference services
• Develop a highly visible public relations program for childrens services in the community
• Develop an engaging and attractive childrens library collection through awareness of current literature
• Attend staff meetings activities and/or professional conferences and actively serve on committees
• Implement knowledge of current trends in childrens services and programs
• Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience:

• Master Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited university
  • Consideration will be given to individuals currently pursuing a masters 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 offull-time experience designing planning and making educational activities for children in a learning or leadership environment

• Bachelors 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 offull-time experience designing planning and making educational activities for children in a learning or leadership environment

• 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 offull-time experience designing planning and making educational activities for children in a learning or leadership environment

• 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 offull-time experience designing planning and making educational activities for children in a learning or leadership environment

• Unofficial copies of transcripts are required along with the application.
• Available and reliable transportation for work-related duties.

• 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 the public and staff members
• Proficient with social media (Facebook Twitter Instagram etc.)
• Proficient with the Internet and Office 365
• Must use your personal mobile device for our Multifactor Authentication process

Experience:

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Full-Time Regular
• Typical shifts are Day Evening Nights Weekends etc.
• May require attending meetings or after-hours events and off-site meetings.

• $24.91Per Hour
• Paid Biweekly

• 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:

• High Meadows Branch Library 4500 Aldine Mail Route Houston TX 77039