Library Specialist I - Young Adult Programming (Aldine Branch Library)

Harris County (TX)•Houston, TX

67d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for creating and promoting young adult programs in the library. Provide customer service, reader's advisory, and basic reference services. Exemplify the high standards and expectations for the library system in its daily operations and services.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
One (1) year of verifiable program experience (e.g., activities for all young adults)
One (1) year of customer service experience
OR
Associate degree in any field or 60 hours of secondary education credits from an accredited college or university
Three (3) years of verifiable program experience (e.g., activities for all young adults)
One (1) year of customer service experience
OR
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Five (5) years of verifiable program experience (e.g., activities for all young adults)
One (1) year of customer service experience
Available and reliable transportation for work-related duties
Unofficial copies of transcripts are required along with the application
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Proficient with Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
Proficient with the Internet and Office 365
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environment
Ability to work well with public and staff members
Ability to exercise initiative and act with discretion
Must use your personal mobile device for our Multifactor Authentication process

Nice To Haves

Experience working with young adult groups (preferred)
Bilingual (preferred)

Responsibilities

Provide customer service, reader's advisory, and basic reference service within and beyond our walls
Develop and implement young adult programs for the community
Promote library services to all ages in the community
Collaborate with the branch team to develop, implement, and market programs in the library and community, including the summer reading program and other special events.
Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with local schools and community organizations
Develop an engaging and attractive library collection
Attend staff meetings, activities, and/or professional conferences and actively serve on committees
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Wellness Plan
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
One (1) floating holiday per year
Paid Parental Leave
Sick Leave
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Professional learning & development opportunities
Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
Flexible work schedule
METRO RideSponsor Program