Librarian Ii Discovery Services

Salary : $53,430.00 - $57,200.00 Annually
Location : Houston, Texas
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 32866
Department: Houston Public Library
Division: HPL - DIGITAL STRATEGIES
Opening Date: 12/20/2023
Closing Date: 1/3/2024 11:59 PM Central
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications Accepted From: All Persons Interested
Division: Digital Experience
Workdays & Hours: Varied (hours within Mon - Sun, 8:00 am - 8:15 pm / Rotating Shift)**Subject to change*
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Public Library (HPL) seeks an energetic, flexible, self-motivated, and team-oriented person who has a passion for technology to work as Discovery Services Librarian (Librarian II). Under the direction of the Librarian III Digitization, the Discovery Services Librarian will provide leadership and training to build an integrated framework for library systems such as discovery solutions, HPL's integrated library system (ILS), and link resolvers to improve user experience and provide a more seamless experience.
Essential job duties for the Discovery Services LibrarianII include, but are not limited to:

• Maintaining and evolving discovery layers and ILS
• Researching and suggesting improvements and upgrades that enhance library resource and services discovery.
• Researching and troubleshooting discovery and issues reported by library staff and patrons.
• Configuring policies, practices, and technologies (e.g., patron access and new service integrations).
• Planning and coordinating projects for various solutions such as mobile app., analytics and other related products.
• Preparing and presenting reports on discovery layer usage and library catalog usage
• Supporting and enhancing the ILS, including testing, training staff and improving user interfaces.
• Works closely with Division Manager, Systems Librarian, Library Material Services, Customer Experience, and Digital Strategies on Discovery and ILS related projects.
• Plans ongoing development, user testing, thoughtful increase of integration points, and analysis of Library's discovery systems in a methodical, organized, and phased approach.
• Provides communication to staff on use and enhanced functionality of discovery systems.
• Provides support for Special Projects, including ad hoc metadata creation for legacy HPL Digital Archival collections.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Applicants are encouraged to submit a Cover Letter and Resume when applying.?
Applicants are encouraged to submit a Cover Letter and Resume when applying. For a location listing of our 37 Neighborhood Libraries and Central Library, please visit
HPL serves a population of 2.2 million citizens through a network of 37 Neighborhood Libraries spread out across the Houston area.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires stooping and bending; lifting of library materials up to 20 pounds. Must be able to move freely throughout the library to file/retrieve library materials. Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Master's of Library Science degree from a school accredited by American Library Association (ALA) and one (1) year of experience as a librarian.
OR
Requires a Bachelor's degree plus 18 hours toward a Master's of Library Science degree from a school accredited by ALA and two (2) years of professional library experience. A Master's of Library Science degree must be completed within two (2) years from being hired into this classification.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERENCES
**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.**

• Experience using EBSCO Discovery Service or other discovery layers
• Experience using ILS systems, such as Polaris, SirsiDynix Symphony, or Sierra
• Previous cataloging experience and familiarity with current metadata standards and practices, including XML and Dublin Core;
• Experience supporting library specific software (e.g., MARCEdit, Open Athens, label printers)
• Experience with delivering services via mobile devices (e.g., tablets, smartphones) such as barcode scanning, library app. enhancements / troubleshooting.
• Experience with webpage editing using web-based tools.

GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer a skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
Yes
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 21
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: To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call 832.393.4903.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.393.4903. (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.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.
Benefits include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 10 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Flexible schedules
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
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01
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

02
Are you a current Houston Public Library employee?

• Yes
• No

03
Please indicate if you have one of the following requirements: (select one)

• Master's of Library Science degree from a school accredited by American Library Association (ALA)
• Bachelor's degree plus 18 hours toward a Master's of Library Science degree from a school accredited by ALA (Note: A Master's of Library Science degree must be completed within two years from being hired into this classification).
• None of the above applies to me.

04
How many years of library experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 4 years
• 4 years but less than 6 years
• 6 or more years
• No experience

05
Check all verifiable work experiences you have performed for at least (2) years

• Administering, configuring, implementing web analytics applications
• Compiling statistics and reports for internal and external use
• Experience with SirsiDynix Symphony ILS
• Experience using and configuring discovery tools such as Sirsi Enterprise, EBSCO EDS, ProQuest Syndetics Unbound
• Cataloging using current metadata standards and practices, including XML and Dublin Core
• Experience with MARCEdit, Open Athens, or other library specific software
• Project Documentation
• I do not have experience

06
Describe your experience with the work above. If you have none, please put N/A.
07
Do you have work experience working with people from diverse backgrounds?

• Yes
• No

08
Describe your experience working with people from diverse backgrounds. (If you do not have any experience, please put N/A).
09
Please indicate languages, other than English, in which you are fluent (reading, writing, and/or speaking). Check all that apply:

• Spanish
• Chinese
• Vietnamese
• Arabic
• French
• Other Languages
• I am not bilingual

Required Question