Librarian II

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Houston Public Library, part of the City of Houston, seeks a Librarian II for the Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library to lead staff, deliver outstanding customer service, and manage programs for all ages. The role emphasizes collaboration, community outreach, and responsible collection development.

Requires an MLS from an ALA-accredited program and library experience; a Bachelor’s plus MLS coursework is also acceptable with two years of library experience.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s of Library Science degree from an ALA-accredited school and one year of library experience.
• Requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 18 hours toward an MLS from an ALA-accredited school and two years of library experience.
• *** A Master’s of Library Science degree must be completed within two years from being hired into this classification.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise assigned staff with timely feedback and staff development.
• Provide exceptional public service and maintain a welcoming library space for all.
• Oversee programs and library services for all ages.
• Interact with customers at the service desk to locate information and materials.
• Liaise with the community through outreach and partnerships with local organizations.
• Perform collection development and maintenance.
• Serve as Assistant Manager and act as location lead in the manager’s absence.

Skills

Leadership

Public service

Communication

Team collaboration

Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred

Education

MLS degree (ALA-accredited)

Bachelor's + MLS coursework (ALA-accredited)

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Outlook)

Sirsi Symphony

Job description

APPLICATION ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

DIVISION / SECTION: Customer Experience / Neighborhood Libraries

Workday & Hours: Monday - Sunday, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM (rotating)***subject to change***

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Houston Public Library (HPL) is seeking an energetic, flexible, team-oriented person with a passion for customer service to work as a Librarian II at the Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library. Under the leadership of the library manager, the Librarian II will be responsible for providing leadership for assigned staff. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills, deliver outstanding customer service, and exhibit a genuine interest in engaging with individuals of all ages and diverse backgrounds.

The Librarian II (Freed-Montrose Location) duties will include:

• Leading and supervising assigned staff including providing timely and objective feedback on performance and fostering the learning and development of staff.
• Providing and modeling exceptional public service and making the library a welcoming space for all.
• Overseeing programs and library services for all ages.
• Having a strong working knowledge of Microsoft software, electronic devices, and other technologies.
• Interacting with customers at the customer service desk to find information and library materials.
• Liaising with the community through outreach and developing partnerships with local community organizations.
• Performing collection development and maintenance.
• Serving as the Assistant Manager and as the person in charge for the location in the absence of the manager.
• Requires evenings and weekends (Saturday and Sundays) 8am-8:15pm shift work on a rotating basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

For a location listing of our 37 Neighborhood Libraries and Central Library, please visit https://houstonlibrary.org/all-locations

About Us:

The Houston Public Library’s mission—Linking YOU to the World—guides our vision to be Houston’s most trusted source of information. We are dedicated to fostering a connected and informed community, where all Houstonians have equitable access to resources and innovative tools that empower them to thrive in a global society. From early literacy to career development and lifelong enrichment, we are proud to support lifelong learning at every stage of life. We are more than just a place for books; we are a hub for community connection, where Houstonians come together to engage, collaborate, and build a sense of belonging.

EDUCATIONAL and EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Master’s of Library Science degree from a school accredited by American Library Association (ALA) and one year of library experience.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 18 hours toward a Master’s of Library Science degree from a school accredited by ALA and two years of library experience.

*** A Master’s of Library Science degree must be completed within two years from being hired into this classification.

• Experience in personnel management and supervision.
• Ability to plan and organize work and skilled at prioritization.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with others.
• Experience working with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to motivate, develop, train, and direct staff in a collaborative team environment.
• Knowledge of current versions of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneDrive and Outlook), Sirsi Symphony.
• Bilingual skills (Spanish/English) preferred.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The selection process will involve application review and/or Interview. The department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - YES

PAY GRADE - 21

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.