Harris County
Branch Manager (Jacinto City Branch Library)
Harris County, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Harris County Public Library (HCPL) - History
All potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying.What began in 1921 and the years following as a collection of small libraries housed in stores, post offices and private homes has grown into a system of 26 branch buildings, 2 technology service centers, and 2 partner locations offering collection/circulation services. HCPL operates branches in unincorporated parts of Harris County and cities which do not have their own library systems.What you will do at Harris County Public Library:Responsible for administration, leading, and oversight of complex library programs while integrating across multi-service areas for a Branch Library with distinct services departments. Establishes strategic priorities and implements and interprets library policies for both library users and staff. Supervises and motivates staff, models and promotes exceptional customer service, and engages the community to ensure services meet customer and community needs and align with library system strategy. Plays a key role in cultivating and nurturing strategic community partnerships. Serve as a liaison between Library Administration, other branches, library departments, and branch staff, and monitor current strategic objectives to develop future library services and programs.Duties & Responsibilities:Selects, supervises, and evaluates assigned staffProvides leadership and coordinates schedules and workflow for effective service deliveryProvides for the training and motivation of staff in order to make full use of individual capabilities and to meet changing system demandsEstablishes work rules and performance standards, trains and coaches performance, and initiates and implements disciplinary actions as warrantedCommunicates the Branch and HCPL vision, strategic direction, and purpose, and inspires and motivates others to share the vision and work towards its achievementCultivates a service-oriented approach dedicated to assisting in finding, evaluating, and using information effectively with a commitment to excellent customer service and user satisfactionSets priorities for the library, aligning them with the HCPL goals and community needsBuilds and sustains strategic partnerships with the community, local government, and other organizations, identifying library requirements within the community and academia, providing support to community groups and outreach programsActively engages with, manages, plans, and directs branch library services and programs, customizing and organizing them to meet the specific needs of adult, young adult, circulation, and children programming both for the staff and the communityAnalyzes branch needs and recommends or implements appropriate methods and procedures for improving direct services, proactive outreach, fostering collaborations, and creating programs that contribute to the overall well-being of the communityOversees collections designed to meet the informational needs and interests of local communities, managing the maintenance and promotion of branch collections by actively engaging in selection, weeding, and creating displaysResponds to and resolves citizen inquiries and complaintsExplains and administers library policies and proceduresPerforms general librarian duties as neededWorks effectively with the Library Friends group and cultivates strategic community and academia partnershipsDevelops and manages the branch’s budget and planned expenditures, including gift funds, when applicablePrepares and submits reports and complies with and analyzes branch activities and statisticsPromotes teamwork and cooperation through productive interactions with colleagues at other branches: Programs, Partnership, Outreach, Library Administration, and Library CirculationAttends staff and administrative meetings, activities, and professional conferences and actively serves on committeesMaintains a safe and efficient library and monitors physical facilities, including the coordination of services and reporting building maintenance issuesOther duties as assigned.Education & Experience:Master’s Degree in Library and Information Studies or related field from an accredited university or collegeThree (3) years of full-time library experience in community engagement and planning, collection development and reference services, budgeting and financial resource management, digital and Library technology, program management, or data analysis for the effectiveness of programs, services, and resourcesTwo (2) years of full-time supervisory responsibilities overseeing and guiding the work of employees, managing resources, ensuring productivity, and fostering a positive work environmentOR
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, plusFive (5) years of full-time library experience in community engagement and planning, collection development and reference services, budgeting and financial resource management, digital and Library technology, program management, or data analysis for the effectiveness of programs, services, and resourcesFour (4) years of full-time supervisory responsibilities overseeing and guiding the work of employees, managing resources, ensuring productivity, and fostering a positive work environmentAdditional Requirements:Unofficial copies of transcripts are required along with the applicationAvailable and reliable transportation for work-related duties.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Principles and practices of professional library work, including modern library methods, practices, techniques, and terminologyPrinciples and practices of supervision, training, disciplines, and performance coaching and evaluationTheory and philosophy of librarianshipPolicies, procedures, and functions of the library systemPrinciples of administration, organization, management, budget, personnel administration, and public relationsEstablish and implement goals and objectives for the LibraryAbility to exercise initiative and act with discretionAnalyze and respond to community needs and requestsExcel in customer service skills of empathy, good communication, and problem-solvingAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environmentSkill in self-discipline, dependability, and ability to work independentlyExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenAbility to work with modern technology and equipmentProficient with the Internet and Office 365Proficient with Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) and digital devicesAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers and common decimalsMust use your personal mobile device for our Multifactor Authentication processNOTE:
Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.Experience:Professional Librarian (preferred)Working with all age groups (preferred)Library or public sector environment (preferred)Nonprofit organizations (preferred)Certification:Project management or change management (preferred)Language:Bilingual (preferred)Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:Full-Time | Regular 40 hours a week.Typical shifts are Day, Evening, Nights, Weekends, etc.May require attending meetings, council session, or after-hours events and off-site meetings.Salary:$32.45 Per HourPaid BiweeklyWork Environment and Physical Demands:Driving: Available and reliable transportation for work-related dutiesOffice Equipment: Daily use of a computer, keyboard, copier, scanner, printer, calculator, phone (desk and cell). Daily use of software programs including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Word, Excel, and GPS.Physical Activities: Sits for long periods; light physical activity that may include walking, sitting, standing, stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and carryingLifting: Ability to lift, carry, and exert up to 25 pounds. Occasionally lifts, carries, and exerts up to 40 poundsVision and Hearing: Must have visual acuity to see and read paper and electronic documents. Must be able to answer telephones, communicate conversation, and respond to verbal inquiries.Exposure to Environmental Conditions: The position generally works in an office setting with overhead lighting and long periods of screen time.Reporting Relationships:Reports to Position: Division Director of Branch Administrative ServicesSupervises Positions: Maximum of 10 employees within these general classifications: Assistant Managers, Supervisors, Librarians, Professionals, Coordinators, Library Specialists, and TechniciansWork Location:Jacinto City Branch Library - 921 Akron, Jacinto City, TX 77029Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
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All potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying.What began in 1921 and the years following as a collection of small libraries housed in stores, post offices and private homes has grown into a system of 26 branch buildings, 2 technology service centers, and 2 partner locations offering collection/circulation services. HCPL operates branches in unincorporated parts of Harris County and cities which do not have their own library systems.What you will do at Harris County Public Library:Responsible for administration, leading, and oversight of complex library programs while integrating across multi-service areas for a Branch Library with distinct services departments. Establishes strategic priorities and implements and interprets library policies for both library users and staff. Supervises and motivates staff, models and promotes exceptional customer service, and engages the community to ensure services meet customer and community needs and align with library system strategy. Plays a key role in cultivating and nurturing strategic community partnerships. Serve as a liaison between Library Administration, other branches, library departments, and branch staff, and monitor current strategic objectives to develop future library services and programs.Duties & Responsibilities:Selects, supervises, and evaluates assigned staffProvides leadership and coordinates schedules and workflow for effective service deliveryProvides for the training and motivation of staff in order to make full use of individual capabilities and to meet changing system demandsEstablishes work rules and performance standards, trains and coaches performance, and initiates and implements disciplinary actions as warrantedCommunicates the Branch and HCPL vision, strategic direction, and purpose, and inspires and motivates others to share the vision and work towards its achievementCultivates a service-oriented approach dedicated to assisting in finding, evaluating, and using information effectively with a commitment to excellent customer service and user satisfactionSets priorities for the library, aligning them with the HCPL goals and community needsBuilds and sustains strategic partnerships with the community, local government, and other organizations, identifying library requirements within the community and academia, providing support to community groups and outreach programsActively engages with, manages, plans, and directs branch library services and programs, customizing and organizing them to meet the specific needs of adult, young adult, circulation, and children programming both for the staff and the communityAnalyzes branch needs and recommends or implements appropriate methods and procedures for improving direct services, proactive outreach, fostering collaborations, and creating programs that contribute to the overall well-being of the communityOversees collections designed to meet the informational needs and interests of local communities, managing the maintenance and promotion of branch collections by actively engaging in selection, weeding, and creating displaysResponds to and resolves citizen inquiries and complaintsExplains and administers library policies and proceduresPerforms general librarian duties as neededWorks effectively with the Library Friends group and cultivates strategic community and academia partnershipsDevelops and manages the branch’s budget and planned expenditures, including gift funds, when applicablePrepares and submits reports and complies with and analyzes branch activities and statisticsPromotes teamwork and cooperation through productive interactions with colleagues at other branches: Programs, Partnership, Outreach, Library Administration, and Library CirculationAttends staff and administrative meetings, activities, and professional conferences and actively serves on committeesMaintains a safe and efficient library and monitors physical facilities, including the coordination of services and reporting building maintenance issuesOther duties as assigned.Education & Experience:Master’s Degree in Library and Information Studies or related field from an accredited university or collegeThree (3) years of full-time library experience in community engagement and planning, collection development and reference services, budgeting and financial resource management, digital and Library technology, program management, or data analysis for the effectiveness of programs, services, and resourcesTwo (2) years of full-time supervisory responsibilities overseeing and guiding the work of employees, managing resources, ensuring productivity, and fostering a positive work environmentOR
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, plusFive (5) years of full-time library experience in community engagement and planning, collection development and reference services, budgeting and financial resource management, digital and Library technology, program management, or data analysis for the effectiveness of programs, services, and resourcesFour (4) years of full-time supervisory responsibilities overseeing and guiding the work of employees, managing resources, ensuring productivity, and fostering a positive work environmentAdditional Requirements:Unofficial copies of transcripts are required along with the applicationAvailable and reliable transportation for work-related duties.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Principles and practices of professional library work, including modern library methods, practices, techniques, and terminologyPrinciples and practices of supervision, training, disciplines, and performance coaching and evaluationTheory and philosophy of librarianshipPolicies, procedures, and functions of the library systemPrinciples of administration, organization, management, budget, personnel administration, and public relationsEstablish and implement goals and objectives for the LibraryAbility to exercise initiative and act with discretionAnalyze and respond to community needs and requestsExcel in customer service skills of empathy, good communication, and problem-solvingAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environmentSkill in self-discipline, dependability, and ability to work independentlyExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenAbility to work with modern technology and equipmentProficient with the Internet and Office 365Proficient with Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) and digital devicesAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers and common decimalsMust use your personal mobile device for our Multifactor Authentication processNOTE:
Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.Experience:Professional Librarian (preferred)Working with all age groups (preferred)Library or public sector environment (preferred)Nonprofit organizations (preferred)Certification:Project management or change management (preferred)Language:Bilingual (preferred)Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:Full-Time | Regular 40 hours a week.Typical shifts are Day, Evening, Nights, Weekends, etc.May require attending meetings, council session, or after-hours events and off-site meetings.Salary:$32.45 Per HourPaid BiweeklyWork Environment and Physical Demands:Driving: Available and reliable transportation for work-related dutiesOffice Equipment: Daily use of a computer, keyboard, copier, scanner, printer, calculator, phone (desk and cell). Daily use of software programs including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Word, Excel, and GPS.Physical Activities: Sits for long periods; light physical activity that may include walking, sitting, standing, stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and carryingLifting: Ability to lift, carry, and exert up to 25 pounds. Occasionally lifts, carries, and exerts up to 40 poundsVision and Hearing: Must have visual acuity to see and read paper and electronic documents. Must be able to answer telephones, communicate conversation, and respond to verbal inquiries.Exposure to Environmental Conditions: The position generally works in an office setting with overhead lighting and long periods of screen time.Reporting Relationships:Reports to Position: Division Director of Branch Administrative ServicesSupervises Positions: Maximum of 10 employees within these general classifications: Assistant Managers, Supervisors, Librarians, Professionals, Coordinators, Library Specialists, and TechniciansWork Location:Jacinto City Branch Library - 921 Akron, Jacinto City, TX 77029Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
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