Librarian III-Branch Manager-Mamie George Library

Fort Bend County; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a Librarian III-Branch Manager to lead daily operations, supervise staff, and manage a branch library. You will oversee inventory, budgeting, and program development for youth and adults, ensuring top-notch customer service and information access.

The ideal candidate holds an MLS, has at least three years of relevant experience including management, and demonstrates strong communication, training, and community engagement skills in a fast-growing county library system.

Qualifications

• MLS degree from an ALA-accredited program.
• 3 years of post-MLS experience with at least 1 year in management.
• Strong computer, verbal and written communication, supervision and organizational skills; ability to work with the public and officials.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation of the library unit.
• Interview, train, schedule, supervise staff.
• Manage unit budget and monitor expenditures.
• Provide guidance on bibliographic and information services.
• Coordinate youth services programs and summer reading.
• Represent the library in schools and community groups.
• Attend meetings and professional development.

Skills

Communication skills

Supervisory skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Public interaction

Computer skills

Education

Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS)

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 III-Branch Manager

• Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the unit, reports problems with building and grounds, performs inventory, recommends equipment for purchase.

• Interviews, trains, schedules, supervise and reviews performance of assigned staff. Recommends selection of new employees, employee transfers or promotions, disciplining and discharging employees.

• Keeps statistical records of unit activities and prepares appropriate reports.

• Prepares preliminary unit budget; tracks or monitors budget expenditures.

• Performs collection development; recommends materials for selection, prepares orders, weeds damaged and outdated materials.

• Attends monthly Branch Managers or Youth Services, Department Head, collection development and database meetings. Attends conferences, training and workshops as appropriate.

• Provides guidance and support to staff in the use of bibliographic and computer-assisted services.

• Interacts with the library patrons to assist them in selecting materials and meeting informational needs. Searches on-line catalog, databases and print sources to answer complex patron inquiries.

• Represents the library system at schools, community groups or professional associations. Plans and conducts tours and programs for adults or children.

• Recommends changes in policies and procedures.

• In the Youth Services Department, plans, conducts and oversees story time,

• Summer Reading Club 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 JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited school; knowledge of current library practices and technologies.

• 3 years job related experience post-MLS, with a minimum one year of management experience.

• Computer skills; good verbal and written communication; supervisory and organizational skills; interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials; ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner.

SALARY: $32.26-$40.33 / Hourly

Closing: 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.