Librarian I-Youth-Missouri City Library

Fort Bend County • Missouri City, TX

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About The Position

Provides professional library services at the Missouri City Library and participates in planning programs, policies, or objectives for the work group and department. The Librarian I-Youth interacts with patrons to help them select materials and meet informational needs, and uses online catalogs, databases, and print sources to answer complex inquiries. The role directs assigned staff and oversees activities in a branch library or part of a central library unit; maintains statistics and prepares reports; and supports staff using bibliographic and computer-assisted services. The position also assembles displays and bibliographies, represents the library system at schools and community or professional groups, plans and conducts tours and programs, trains new employees, recommends materials, and assists with collection development and maintenance. In Youth Services, the librarian assists with story time, Summer Reading Club, outreach, and other youth activities. The employee may participate in emergency-management duties during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate County Managers.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association-accredited school; transcripts may be required.
• Knowledge of current library practices and technologies.
• Good computer and organizational skills.
• Ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner.
• Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
• Night and weekend work is required.

Responsibilities

• Interact with library patrons to assist with material selection and informational needs.
• Search online catalogs, databases, and print sources to answer complex patron inquiries.
• Direct assigned staff and oversee activities in a branch library or portion of the central library unit.
• Maintain statistical records of unit activities and prepare reports.
• Provide guidance and support to staff in the use of bibliographic and computer-assisted services.
• Assemble and arrange displays and bibliographies of books and other library materials.
• Represent the library system at schools, community groups, and professional associations.
• Plan and conduct tours and programs for adults or children.
• Instruct and train new employees; may plan and review other employees' work.
• Recommend materials for selection and assist with collection development and maintenance.
• Assist with story time, Summer Reading Club, outreach programs, and other youth-related activities.
• Participate in emergency-management activities during a local state of disaster when directed by appropriate County Managers.

Benefits

• Full-time employees enjoy a wide range of benefits.
• All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS).

What This Job Offers

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