Librarian I-Adult-Sienna Branch Library

Fort Bend County • Missouri City, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Fort Bend County is seeking a Librarian I for the Adult services at the Sienna Branch Library. This role involves assisting patrons with material selection and informational needs, searching various resources to answer inquiries, and potentially directing assigned staff and overseeing activities. The librarian will also maintain statistical records, provide guidance on library technologies, assemble displays, represent the library system, and conduct programs. Additionally, they will instruct and train new employees, recommend materials, assist with collection development, and participate in emergency management duties as needed.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association 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 the ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.

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.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate County Managers.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level