Librarian I – Adult Services & Community Programs

Fort Bend County; Missouri City (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a Librarian I for the Adult Services at the Sienna Branch Library. The role includes assisting patrons, guiding staff, and managing displays while maintaining reports and records. Night and weekend work is required, with opportunities to participate in community programs.

Master's degree in Library Science is required from an ALA-accredited school. Benefits and an equal opportunity work environment are provided by the county.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program.
• Knowledge of current library practices and technologies.
• No prior experience required.
• Good computer and organizational skills; ability to complete assigned projects on time.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; able to interact with the public, staff, and officials.
• Night and weekend work is required.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with library patrons to assist in selecting materials and meeting informational needs.
• Directs assigned staff and oversees activities in a branch library or portion of the central library unit.
• Keeps statistical records of unit activities and prepares appropriate reports.
• Provides guidance and support to staff in bibliographic and computer-assisted services.
• Assembles and arranges displays and bibliographies of books and other materials.
• Represents the library system at schools, community groups, or professional associations; plans and conducts tours and programs for adults or children.
• Instructs and trains new employees; may plan and review work of others.
• Recommends materials for selection and assists in collection development and maintenance.
• Participates in emergency management activities during local disasters as directed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Night/weekend availability

Education

Master's degree in Library Science (ALA-accredited)

Tools

Online catalogs

Library databases

Bibliographic services

Job description

Fort Bend County is seeking a Librarian I for the Adult Services at the Sienna Branch Library. The role includes assisting patrons, guiding staff, and managing displays while maintaining reports and records. Night and weekend work is required, with opportunities to participate in community programs.

Master's degree in Library Science is required from an ALA-accredited school. Benefits and an equal opportunity work environment are provided by the county.