Librarian I-Youth-First Colony

Fort Bend County; Branch (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County seeks a Librarian I-Youth at the First Colony branch to assist patrons, guide collections, and support youth services.

The role includes supervising staff, coordinating programs, and engaging with schools and community groups. Night and weekend work is required as part of the responsibilities, with a starting salary range of $25.97–$32.47 per hour and full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school.
• Knowledge of current library practices and technologies.
• No previous experience required.
• Good computer and organizational skills; ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner.
• Good verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
• Night and weekend work is required.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with library patrons to assist them in selecting materials and meeting informational needs.
• Searches online catalog, databases and print sources to answer complex patron inquiries.
• 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 the use of bibliographic and computer assisted services.
• Assembles and arranges displays and bibliographies of books and other library 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 other employees.
• Recommends materials for selection. Assists in collection development and maintenance.
• In the Youth Services Department, assists with story time, Summer Reading Club, outreach programs and other youth related activities.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate County Managers.

Skills

Library knowledge

Technology proficiency

Communication skills

Time management

Education

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

Job description

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-Youth-First Colony

• Interacts with library patrons to assist them in selecting materials and meeting informational needs. Searches online catalog, databases and print sources to answer complex patron inquiries.
• 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 the use of bibliographic and computer assisted services.
• Assembles and arranges displays and bibliographies of books and other library 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 other employees.
• Recommends materials for selection. Assists in collection development and maintenance.
• In the Youth Services Department, assists with story time, Summer Reading Club, outreach programs and other youth related activities.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate County Managers.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited school. Transcripts may be required.
• Knowledge of current library practices and technologies.
• No previous experience required.
• Good computer and organizational skills; Ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner.
• Good verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
• Night and weekend work is required.
• The selection process for this position is managed at the library branch level. Applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted and offered an appointment. Unfortunately, our system does not provide a status update by phone or email during the selection process.

STARTING SALARY RANGE

$25.97 - $32.47 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE

Upon filling position

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.