Librarian III (Youth and Family Services)

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Houston Public Library seeks a Librarian III for Youth and Family Services at the Central Library who can lead teen programming, inspire staff, and actively engage with the community. You will plan signature events, build partnerships with performers, and coordinate with neighborhood locations to ensure vibrant, accessible programs for youth and families city-wide.

This role requires strong project management, budget awareness, and collaboration across divisions to deliver high-impact

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program.
• Three years of library experience with at least one year in lead or supervisory role.
• Experience in program management and supervision.
• Experience working with diverse communities and bilingual (Spanish/English) abilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement teen programs and signature events.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with community organizations and performers.
• Assist with budgeting, reporting, and grant administration as needed.
• Hire and train youth staff and coordinate with Neighborhood Locations for programs.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Bilingual Spanish

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's in Library Science

Tools

MS Office Suite

Sirsi Workflows

SharePoint

Job description

APPLICATION ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

DIVISION / SECTION: Systemwide Programs / Youth and Family Services

WORKDAY & HOURS: Monday - Sunday, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM ***subject to change***

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Houston Public Library (HPL) seeks a customer-service driven, creative, and energetic librarian with a passion for programming for youth, the ability to inspire staff, and a passion for serving as a hands‑on and highly engaged Librarian III in the Youth and Family Services Department located in the Central Library. Working with the Youth and Family Services leadership team, this position will be responsible for assisting with the brainstorming, planning, and executing of signature events, as well as maintaining relationships with current community performers/vendors as well as cultivating new relationships with community organizations that provides programming for youth.

Essential job duties for the (Librarian III - Youth and Family Services) include:

• Plans and implements new services, programs, and models to better meet the needs of teen (13-18) customers.
• Participates in the allocation of assigned budget and monitors expenditures.
• Prepares statistical and narrative reports for management presentation.
• Assists Youth and Family Services team brainstorm, plan and execute large-scale signature events, systemwide events and special programs and projects such as Summer Reading, etc.
• Maintains and establishes new teen and family focused partnerships to meet identified needs and to further teen and family programming and services within the city.
• Serves as a liaison for Youth and Family Services with community groups focused on teens.
• Communicate and collaborate with Neighborhood Locations about community programs or events via Youth Managers to assure HPL representation at community activities. May also serve as consultant to other libraries.
• Assists with the hiring and training, inspiring, and guiding of library youth staff.
• Able to work some evenings and weekends for signature events and author programming.
• Stays abreast of developments, changes, and trends in the field of library services as it relates to children (0-12), tween/teens (ages 13-18) and family services.
• Assist with the administration of grants and grant programs.
• Performing other administrative duties and projects as assigned.

Successful candidates will:

• Take initiative to creatively solve problems and possess sound decision‑making skills.
• Be able to develop effective working relationships in a large urban library environment.
• Possess demonstrated leadership skills.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Be at ease multitasking in a fast‑paced public service setting.
• Enjoy interacting with people of all ages from diverse backgrounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.

EDUCATIONAL

Requires Masters of Library Science degree from a school accredited by the American Library Association.

EXPERIENCE

Three years of library experience are required, including one of the years with lead or supervisory experience.

LICENSE

May require a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving AP 2-2.

• Experience in program 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
• Experience providing training to colleagues
• Knowledge of current versions of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Sirsi Workflows; SharePoint,
• Ability to communicated effectively orally and in writing
• Bilingual skills (Spanish/English).

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

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

PAY GRADE - 23

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.