Demo

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

City of Houston
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2025

Applications Accepted From : All Persons Interested

PN#36382

Division : Customer Experience

Section : Neighborhood Libraries

Location : Various

Workdays & Hours : Monday - Sunday 8 : 00 am - 8 : 00 pm (rotating)

  • Subject To Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Houston Public Library (HPL) is seeking an experienced, innovative, team-oriented person with a passion for customer service to work as a Librarian II Manager in Neighborhood Libraries. The Librarian II Manager will be responsible for providing leadership for their assigned library location(s), programs, and staff. Successful candidates will communicate effectively, provide exceptional customer service, be at ease multitasking in a fast-paced public service setting and enjoy interacting with people of all ages from diverse backgrounds.

The Librarian II Neighborhood Library Manager duties will include :

  • 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 including providing timely and objective feedback of performance and fostering the learning and development of staff.
  • Overseeing creative and innovative programs and library services for all ages, with a focus on teen services.
  • Engaging with the community through outreach and developing collaborative relationships with local community organizations to provide library services.
  • Taking initiative to creatively solve problems and possessing 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.
  • Requires evenings and weekends (Saturday and Sundays) 8am-8 : 15pm shift work on a rotating basis.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Applicants are encouraged to submit a Cover Letter and Resume when applying. For a location listing of our 37 Neighborhood Libraries and Central Library, please visit

    HPL serves a population of 2.2 million citizens through a network of 37 Neighborhood Libraries spread out across the Houston area.

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    Position requires stooping and bending; lifting of library materials up to 20 pounds. Must be able to move freely throughout the library to file / retrieve library materials. Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

    Requires a Master's of Library Science degree from a school accredited by American Library Association (ALA) and one (1) year of library experience.

    Requires a Bachelor's degree plus 18 hours toward a Master's of Library Science degree from a school accredited by ALA and two (2) years of library experience. A Master's of Library Science degree must be completed within two (2) years from being hired into this classification.

    LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

    A valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2) preferred.

  • Skilled in personnel management, motivation, and supervision.
  • Ability to plan and organize work and skilled at prioritization.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with others.
  • Experience working with people of diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Knowledge of Family Place libraries and programming.
  • Knowledge of current versions of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Sirsi Symphony.
  • Bilingual skills (Spanish / English) preferred.
  • Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.
  • SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

    Department may administer skills assessment test.

    SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

    If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

    SALARY INFORMATION

    Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

    PAY GRADE : 21

    APPLICATION PROCEDURES

    Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at : .

    To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting : or call 832-393-1439.

    If you need special services or accommodations, 832-393-1439 (TTY 7-1-1).

    If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

    Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our 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 providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr

    If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
    Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

    What is the career path for a Librarian II Neighborhood Library Manager Job at City of Houston in Houston?

    Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Librarian II Neighborhood Library Manager Job at City of Houston in Houston career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
    Income Estimation: 
    $75,145 - $104,455
    Income Estimation: 
    $84,725 - $108,211
    Income Estimation: 
    $85,988 - $108,833
    Income Estimation: 
    $112,397 - $154,889
    Income Estimation: 
    $72,449 - $94,827
    Income Estimation: 
    $75,145 - $104,455
    Income Estimation: 
    $85,988 - $108,833
    Income Estimation: 
    $75,826 - $101,784
    Income Estimation: 
    $90,265 - $123,691
    Income Estimation: 
    $123,218 - $172,008
    Income Estimation: 
    $123,697 - $177,162
    Income Estimation: 
    $50,806 - $66,207
    Income Estimation: 
    $60,353 - $73,529
    Income Estimation: 
    $85,988 - $108,833
    Income Estimation: 
    $123,218 - $172,008
    Income Estimation: 
    $52,584 - $79,446
    Income Estimation: 
    $63,305 - $84,766
    Income Estimation: 
    $65,255 - $82,093
    Income Estimation: 
    $69,278 - $84,691
    Income Estimation: 
    $72,449 - $94,827
    View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

    Job openings at City of Houston

    City of Houston
    Hired Organization Address Houston, TX Full Time
    Position Overview Section: Occupancy Inspections Reporting Location: 1002 Washington Ave Workdays & Hours: M-F, 7:00 am ...
    City of Houston
    Hired Organization Address Houston, TX Full Time
    Position Overview Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested Section: Drinking Water/ Regulatory Compliance & Ut...
    City of Houston
    Hired Organization Address Houston, TX Other
    PN#34718 INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER - ISO (EXE LEV) DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Under the direction of...
    City of Houston
    Hired Organization Address Houston, TX Full Time
    Applications will be accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Division/ Section: HAS Maintenance Workdays & Hours: Sunday –...

    Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Librarian II Neighborhood Library Manager Job at City of Houston in Houston jobs in the Houston, TX area that may be a better fit.

    AI Assistant is available now!

    Feel free to start your new journey!