Job Description
Do you have a passion for libraries and leading staff to provide excellent customer service? The Houston Public Library (HPL) is looking for a hands-on and highly engaged manager to bring their passion and creativity to Neighborhood Libraries. Successful candidates will have strong leadership skills, an ability to inspire staff, a passion for serving communities, and enjoy interacting with people of all ages from diverse backgrounds.
The Librarian III Manager will:
- Possess exceptional leadership skills to oversee and manage the activities and daily operations of a single location.
- Take initiative to creatively solve problems and possess sound decision-making skills.
- Ensure employees are prepared, motivated, productive, and challenged in their work assignments to ensure maximum performance.
- Exhibit a high level of creativity for adaptive and innovative services, programming, and outreach.
- Establish and maintain positive and collaborative working relationships with community groups, other government agencies, community organizations, other employees, and the public.
- Have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, the internet, and other technologies.
- Interact with customers at the Customer Service Desk, assisting with information requests, provide technology assistance, and offer programming.
- Make recommendations for improvements in services, resources, and the collection.
- Work one evening a week and every other weekend (Saturday and/or Sunday).
- Perform other administrative duties as assigned.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Master of Library Science degree from a school accredited by the American Library Association.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Three (3) years of library experience are required, including one (1) year of management experience.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
A valid Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 2-2).
PREFERENCES
- Experience in personnel management and supervision.
- Ability to plan and organize work and skilled at prioritization.
- Knowledge of library operations and organization, including services, activities, staffing, facilities, and equipment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with others.
- Experience working with people of diverse backgrounds.
- Experience providing training to colleagues preferred.
- Knowledge of library trends and current versions of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Sirsi Symphony.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Bilingual skills (Spanish/English).
**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.**
Benefits & Additional Compensation Info
The Community
Houston, the 4th largest city in the United States, is a dynamic, growing city, rich in culture and diversity.
Links
External Job Ad
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/4468474/librarian-iii-neighborhood-library-manager
Website
www.houstonlibrary.org
Human Resources / Job Listings
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston?department[0]=Houston%20Public%20Library&sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending