Adult Programs Lead for Multi-Branch Services

Harris County Public Library; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Public Library (HCPL) seeks an experienced Adult Programs Assistant Manager to organize and deliver adult services across HCPL’s multi-branch system. You will lead staff across branches, plan training, and foster collaboration with branch managers to ensure engaging programming.

The role emphasizes designing inclusive programs for adults and coordinating regional literacy and workforce initiatives while building partnerships with local organizations and universities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library science or library and information science from an accredited university.
• Three (3) years of professional experience in public library services, adult services, programming, literacy, workforce development, community engagement, or a closely related area.
• One (1) year supervisory or lead work experience, including coaching, scheduling, evaluating, or coordinating staff.

Responsibilities

• Organize and deliver services to adults across the library system.
• Lead and support adult and young adult programming staff at all branches.
• Plan and facilitate staff meetings and training events; build partnerships with local institutions.

Skills

Staff supervision

Public library services

Digital literacy

Community engagement

Program development

Education

MLS or Master’s in Library Science

Bachelor’s degree in Education/Communications/Humanities

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

GPS

Job description

Harris County Public Library (HCPL) seeks an experienced Adult Programs Assistant Manager to organize and deliver adult services across HCPL’s multi-branch system. You will lead staff across branches, plan training, and foster collaboration with branch managers to ensure engaging programming.

The role emphasizes designing inclusive programs for adults and coordinating regional literacy and workforce initiatives while building partnerships with local organizations and universities.