Librarian Iii Collier Regional Library Manager

PN#33474

ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: Customer Experience

Section: Neighborhood Libraries

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Sunday, 8:00am - 8:00pm (rotating)
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Houston Public Library (HPL) is looking for hands-on and highly engaged managers to bring their passion and creativity to the Collier Regional Library. In addition to serving as a Regional Library, Collier is also the Frontline Training location for Houston Public Library. 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. Additionally, the selected candidate will serve as a trainer for peers and new employees and showcase best practices in library operations.
The Librarian III Manager will:

• Possess exceptional leadership skills to oversee and manage the activities and daily operations of a Neighborhood Library.
• 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.
• Coordinate and conduct training for new frontline employees.
• Create training curriculums and slideshows in partnership with the Training Team for training, retraining, and cross-training staff.
• 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 and Internet software, electronic devices such as e-readers and tablets, and other technologies.
• Interact with customers at the Customer Service Desk and roving, assisting with information requests, technology assistance, and programming.
• Make recommendations for improvements in services and collection.
• Serve as the person in charge and work one evening a week and every other weekend (Saturday and/or Sunday).
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

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.

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
Valid Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 2-2).

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.**
Demonstrated experience in website design and/or mobile applications; experience supporting a content management systems and experience working with XHTML, HTML, CSS and various software applications such as Adobe Creative Suite and other text and image editing software.
Bilingual skills (Spanish/English).

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: 23
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.

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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.

Employment Type: Full Time