Library Specialist I Mobile Outreach (Library Administration)

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.

Under the general direction of the Manager of Outreach Services this position is responsible for providing library services through mobile outreach vehicles. This includes operating and driving vehicles and performing basic inspection and upkeep. This position works with the mobile outreach team to create and conduct STREAM programming for children and teens shares information about library resources and services with the public during outreaches and events and works alongside partner organizations to support their programs.

• Operates drives and performs basic maintenance on outreach vehicles
• Works with outreach team to create and conduct STREAM programs and deliver services through library outreach vehicles
• Coordinates with partner organizations to support partner outreach programming
• Acts as a costumed mascot when needed
• Promotes library services to youth and their caregivers adults and community groups
• Develops and maintains cooperative relationships with local schools youth organizations and community groups
• Circulates library materials and assists with collection shelving and maintenance
• Other duties as assigned.
• This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.
• Management may at its discretion assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• One (1) yearofprogram experience (e.g. activities for all ages)

• Associates degree in any field or 60 hours of secondary education credits from an accredited college or university
• Three (3)years ofprogram experience (e.g. activities for all ages)

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent
• Five (5)years ofprogram experience (e.g. activities for all ages)

• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
• Understanding of digital literacy social media and other emerging technology or technology trends
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook) and modern technology
• Ability to take initiative and work independently with limited supervision as well as collaboratively with HCPL and HCJPD staff
• Ability to drive a mobile library a Ford F59 P1000 Body type vehicle (length 26- UPS/FEDEX Body Type)

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.

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Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Full-time Regular
• 40 hours a week. Typical shifts are Day Evening Nights Weekends etc.

• $20 Per Hour
• Paid Biweekly

• 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. Possible exposure to inclement weather or various temperature changes.

• 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.

• Reports To Position: Curiosity Cruiser Supervisor