Librarian I (Youth)

Full Job Description

PIN: 38036
APPLICATION ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
DIVISION / SECTION: Customer Experience / Neighborhood Libraries
Workday & Hours: Includes evenings and weekends (Saturday and Sundays) on a rotating basis. ***subject to change***

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Public Library (HPL) is seeking an energetic, flexible, team-oriented person with a passion for customer service to work as a Librarian I (Youth) in Neighborhood Libraries. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills, deliver outstanding customer service, and exhibit a genuine interest in engaging with individuals of all ages and diverse backgrounds. The Librarian I (Youth) may serve as the person in charge in the absence of the manager and assistant manager and will work evenings and weekends (Saturday and Sundays) on a rotating basis.

A successful Librarian I (Youth) will be responsible for providing customer assistance to find information and library materials, have a strong working knowledge of electronic devices such as e-readers and tablets and other technologies needed for library services, and promote library services and programs in the community.

The essential functions of the Librarian I (Youth) duties include:

• Create a welcoming, safe environment for youth and their caregivers in the library.
• Cooperatively Design, plan and execute innovative services and programming for youth of all ages including early literacy programs, crafts, after school programming and book clubs.
• Enjoy working with youth and create quality experiences for them and their families.
• Conduct outreach and develop and nurture strong collaborative relationships with schools and other local community groups.

• Provide customer service at public service desks and by phone.
• Provide computer and technology assistance to library customers and staff and troubleshoot technology-related issues.
• Promote library services and programming both for the assigned location and systemwide.
• Providing and modeling exceptional public service and making the library a welcoming space for all.
• Display knowledge of youth literature and resources.
• May serve as the person in charge in the absence of the manager and assistant manager.
• Works one evening a week and weekends (Saturday and/or Sundays) on a rotating basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. Requires the ability to make coordinated gross motor movements in response to changing external stimuli within moderately demanding tolerances; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within low tolerance demands with no real speed requirements.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Master of Library Science degree from a school accredited by American Library Association (ALA). No experience is required.
OR
Requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 18 hours toward a Master’s of Library Science degree from a school accredited by ALA and one year of library experience providing reference and programming.

***A Master of Library Science degree must be completed within (2) two years of being hired into this classification. ***

Qualifications

• Experience in library programming.
• Comfortable working with diverse populations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate, develop, train and direct staff in a collaborative team environment.
• Knowledge of current trends in library services to youth and their parents and caregivers.
• Experience using the MS Office Suite and knowledge of electronic devices such as e-readers and tablets and other technologies.
• Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

Additional Information

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - YES
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 16

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-0473.

If you need special services or accommodations, 832-393-0473 (TTY 7-1-1). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EEO Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.