History Archives Center Manager — Librarian IV

Certifiedarchivists; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 78,910 - 87,848; Full time

Job summary

A public library in Houston is seeking a Librarian IV to manage the Houston History Research Center, supervising a team and leading outreach efforts. This role requires a Master of Library Science and significant experience, with responsibilities in operations management and community engagement. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational and communication skills and a passion for local history.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience as a librarian, including at least one year of management experience.
• Familiarity with local history collections, particularly Houston and Texas.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations for the HHRC research room and archival collections.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor 8-12 staff members.
• Lead library programming and outreach efforts to promote the local history collection.

Skills

Strong supervisory skills

Project management experience

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective written and oral communication

Education

Master of Library Science degree

Job description

A public library in Houston is seeking a Librarian IV to manage the Houston History Research Center, supervising a team and leading outreach efforts. This role requires a Master of Library Science and significant experience, with responsibilities in operations management and community engagement. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational and communication skills and a passion for local history.