Librarian II Moody Neighborhood Library Manager Job at City of Houston in Housto

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: Customer Experience

Section: Neighborhood Libraries

Location: Moody Library – 9525 Irvington Blvd.

Workdays & Hours: Monday–Sunday, 8:00 am–8:00 pm (rotating) – *Subject to change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Houston Public Library (HPL) seeks an experienced, innovative, team‑oriented individual with a passion for customer service to serve as a Librarian II Manager at the Moody Neighborhood Library. The role involves leadership of the assigned library location(s), programs, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service in a fast‑paced public‑service setting.

• Providing and modeling exceptional public service and making the library a welcoming space for all through day‑to‑day operations.
• Leading and supervising assigned staff, providing timely and objective feedback, and fostering their learning and development.
• Overseeing creative and innovative programs and library services for all ages.
• Engaging with the community through outreach and developing collaborative relationships with local community organizations and key community members.
• Taking initiative to creatively solve problems and exercising sound decision‑making skills.
• Interacting with customers at the customer‑service desk to find information and library materials.
• Performing collection development and maintenance.
• Providing reference and reader‑advisory services to library customers.
• Serving as the person in charge.
• Required evenings and weekends (Saturday and Sunday) 8 am–8:15 pm shift work on a rotating basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires stooping and bending; lifting library materials up to 20 pounds. Must move freely throughout the library to file and retrieve materials. Effective oral and written communication is required.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Requires a Master of Library Science degree from an ALA‑accredited school.
• OR requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 18 hours toward an MLS from an ALA‑accredited school and two years of professional library experience. MLS must be completed within two years of hiring.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Three (3) years of library experience, including one (1) year of management experience.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Valid Driver’s License preferred; compliance with City of Houston’s policy on driving (AP 2‑2).

PREFERENCES

• Skills in personnel management, motivation, and supervision.
• Ability to plan, organize work, and prioritize.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Experience working with diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of current versions of MS Office and Sirsi Symphony.
• Bilingual skills (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants who possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of duties.

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

Yes – subject to random drug testing; if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Salary is based on the candidate’s qualifications and pay rates of other employees in this classification. Pay Grade: 21

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted and must be received by the Human Resources Department during the active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at www.houstontx.gov. For detailed application status, log in at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-1472.

Special services or accommodations: 832-393-1472 (TTY 7‑1‑1). Login assistance or technical support: 855-524-5627.

The Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in the recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre‑employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE – EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or characteristic, including but not limited to sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.