Librarian - Mobile Outreach (Administrative Office)

About the role

The Harris County Public Library (HCPL) system, established in 1921, comprises 26 branch libraries, two technology service centers, and two partner locations. HCPL serves the communities of unincorporated Harris County and cities without independent library systems. In 2024, HCPL received the prestigious National Medal for Museum and Library Service, recognizing innovative initiatives like HCPL Connected, Enhanced+ Library Cards, and its Mobile Outreach Librarian program. HCPL is also recognized as one of the best places to work, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Provides library outreach services, programs, and resources primarily outside library walls at partner facilities and community locations throughout Harris County.
• Develops, promotes, implements, and evaluates all-age library programs, outreach services, and special events.
• Identifies community needs; supports remote collections, provides reference, reader’s advisory, and circulation assistance; and maintains strong partnerships as a vital part of HCPL’s Programs, Partnerships, and Outreach Division.
• Attends outreach events to promote HCPL services, programs, and resources to Harris County community members, partners, and stakeholders.
• Delivers in-person and virtual presentations to community partners, local organizations, and the public to promote library services, programs, and resources.
• Curates, maintains, and supports remote collections, displays, and library materials at partner facilities, including providing circulation assistance as needed.
• Provides reader’s advisory, reference assistance, and general library service support to patrons in off-site and outreach settings.
• Collects photographs, videos, and other new content assets at outreach events and programs in accordance with established procedures.
• Reviews and evaluates existing programs and services; recommends improvements to procedures, service delivery, and program effectiveness.
• Evaluates and applies knowledge of current library trends, community engagement practices, and all-age programming to improve outreach services and programs.
• Attends staff meetings, trainings, activities, professional conferences, and related events; actively participates in committees and workgroups.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• All applicants must register and take the HRT Clerical Skills Test and score a minimum of 80% with a typing speed of 30 wpm and 80% accuracy.
• Education & Experience:
  • Master Degree in Library Science from an accredited university or college
  • One (1) year of full-time public library experience
  • Two (2) years of full-time experience designing, planning, and facilitating educational programming activities for one or more age groups
  • Four (4) years of full-time public library experience
  • Six (6) years of full-time public library experience
• Additional Requirements:
  • Reliable transportation with a valid state of Texas driver’s license and auto liability insurance.
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities as outlined in the job description.

Qualifications

• Experience working with one or more age groups (preferred)
• Language: Bilingual (preferred)
• Knowledge of public library principles, practices, terminology, resources, and the theory and philosophy of librarianship
• Skills in verbal and written communication, including in-person and virtual presentations, reports, patron assistance, and partner communications
• Ability to identify community needs and develop responsive programs, services, collections, and resources
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple priorities, exercise initiative and discretion, and foster teamwork in a diverse environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Office 365, Internet resources, library systems, digital tools, social media platforms
• Ability to use a personal mobile device for required multifactor authentication processes

Priorities

• Experience working with one or more age groups (preferred)
• Language: Bilingual (preferred)

General Information

Register Online for the HRT Clerical Skills Test using the following link: HRT Clerical Skills Test Registration Page