Library Specialist I - Adult Programming (Lone Star College- Tomball Community L

Harris County Public Library (HCPL) - History

The Harris County Public Library (HCPL) system, established in 1921, began as a collection of small libraries located in stores, post offices, and private homes. Over the years, it has grown into a robust network comprising 26 branch libraries, two technology service centers, and two partner locations that provide collection and circulation services. 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, the highest honor awarded to libraries in the United States. Bestowed annually by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), this award recognizes institutions that deliver exceptional service to their communities. The library was recognized for 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, offering a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Its dedication to employee well-being, diversity, and community impact makes HCPL more than just a workplace—it’s where individuals can grow, inspire, and contribute to meaningful change.

What you will do at Harris County Public Library:

This position is responsible for developing programs for an adult audience. Provide customer service, reader’s advisory, and basic reference service. Supports Innovation and Maker Space Lab activities for adults. Exemplify the high standards and expectations for the library system in its daily operations and services. This position is at the Lone Star College (LSC) - Tomball Campus. The LSC-Tomball Community Library is a joint library partnership between the LSC-Tomball Campus and the Harris County Public Library (HCPL) to serve both the academic and public communities.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plans, coordinates, and promotes adult services and programs for Innovation Lab, summer reading, and other special events
• Assists in providing formal and informal hands-on instruction in the Innovation Lab
• Performs basic maintenance and troubleshooting tasks on Innovation Lab equipment, including but not limited to 3D printers, laser cutters, and Cricut machines.
• Provides customer service, reader’s advisory, and basic reference service within and beyond our walls
• Promotes library services to adults and the community
• Provides individualized technical assistance to library users
• Collaborates with the branch team to develop, implement, and market programs in the library and community
• Develops and maintain cooperative relationships with local/community organizations
• Develops an engaging and attractive library collection
• Attends staff meetings, activities, and/or professional conferences and actively serves on committees
• Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• One (1) year of program experience (e.g., activities for 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 program experience (e.g., activities for adults)
• One (1) year of customer service experience

OR

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Five (5) years of program experience (e.g., activities for adults)
• One (1) year of customer service experience

Additional Requirements:

• Available and reliable transportation for work-related duties
• Unofficial copies of transcripts are required along with the application

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 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

Experience:

• Experience working with adult groups (preferred)

Language:

• Bilingual (preferred)

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Full-time | Regular
• Typical shifts are Day, Evening, Nights, Weekends, etc.
• May require attending meetings, council sessions, or after-hours events and off-site meetings.

Salary:

• 19.53 Per Hour
• Paid Biweekly

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• This job typically operates in a professional office environment with overhead lighting and long periods of screen time.
• 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.
• At times, work may be performed in an outdoor environment and may have possible exposure to inclement weather or various temperature changes.
• Driving: Available and reliable transportation for work-related duties.
• Sitting for long periods; light physical activity that may include walking, standing, stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying.
• Ability to lift, carry, and exert up to 25 pounds. Occasionally lifts, carries, and exerts up to 40 pounds.

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports To Position: Assistant Branch Manager
• Supervises Positions: None

Work Location:

• Lone Star College- Tomball Community Library – 30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball, TX 77375

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check.

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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