Youth Librarian I - Programs & Outreach Impact

Fort Bend County; United States; Sur place; USD 36 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Fort Bend County is seeking a Librarian I in the Youth-First Colony area to support patrons, manage youth programs, and assist with collections. You will supervise staff, prepare reports, and coordinate outreach with schools and community groups.

The role requires an MLS from an ALA-accredited program, strong computer skills, and willingness to work nights and weekends. This full-time position offers opportunities for growth within a diverse county library system.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school.
• Knowledge of current library practices and technologies.
• No previous experience required.
• 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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Patron service

Communication

Organization

Night/weekend work

Formation

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

Description du poste

Fort Bend County is seeking a Librarian I in the Youth-First Colony area to support patrons, manage youth programs, and assist with collections. You will supervise staff, prepare reports, and coordinate outreach with schools and community groups.

The role requires an MLS from an ALA-accredited program, strong computer skills, and willingness to work nights and weekends. This full-time position offers opportunities for growth within a diverse county library system.