Librarian I, Academic Liaison-University Library

Fort Bend County; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 73,669,000 - 92,094,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a Librarian I-Academic Liaison for the University Library. The role involves teaching library orientations and coordinating instruction for students and faculty, designing presentations, and assisting patrons with information needs.

You will join a diverse team, provide campus collaborations, cover during absences, manage reserves, and participate in emergency management activities. MLS and 2+ years of experience required; strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school.
• 2 years of library-related experience.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to assist diverse patrons.

Responsibilities

• Assist with teaching library orientations and research skills to students and public library patrons.
• Design and prepare presentations, handouts and content for library orientations, Research Skills and coordinated library instruction.
• Interacts with patrons to assist them in selecting materials or meeting informational needs.
• Responsible for library instruction in the absence of the Academic Liaison and for transfers and materials on reserve.
• Participates in emergency management activities during local disasters as directed by county managers.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Patron assistance

Public service

Education

Master’s Degree in Library Science

Job description

Current Fort Bend County Employees (excluding election workers):

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

Librarian I-Academic Liaison-University Library

• Assists with teaching Library orientations and Research Skills to students and public library patrons.
• Assists with teaching coordinated library instruction on campus, as requested by individual instructors and faculty.
• Designs and prepares presentations, handouts and content for Library orientations, Research Skills and coordinated library instruction.
• Interacts with the library patrons to assist them in selecting materials or meeting informational needs.
• Responsible for the library instruction in the absence of the Academic Liaison.
• Responsible of transfers and materials placed on reserve by students, instructors and faculty in the absence of the Academic Liaison.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited school; knowledge of current library practices and technologies.
• 2 years of job related experience.
• Computer skills, good verbal and written communication, organizational skills. Good interpersonal skills and ability to assist patrons of varying educational levels; and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, students, faculty, staff and elected officials. Ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner.

SALARY: 25.71 - 32.14/ Hourly

CLOSING DATE: Upon Filling Job

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.