Assistant Branch Manager - Youth Services (West University Branch

Position Description 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: Working under the general direction of the Branch Manager, this position is responsible for the library services including, but not limited to: identifying and interpreting user needs, planning, and implementing a variety of youth programs to encourage library usage and to foster community relations; providing exceptional customer service, reference, and readers' advisory; and assisting Library patrons in the use of library services, facilities, and equipment.

Leads literacy initiatives for branch.

Exemplifies the high standards and expectations for the library system in its daily operations and services Duties & Responsibilities: * Plans, coordinates, and promotes youth services and programs, including volunteer programs, summer reading, and other special events * Cultivates cooperative relationships with external stakeholders and actively participates in outreach to the community * Provides direct supervision and management of the assigned staff; establishes goals and priorities * Identifies information needs in the community and presents recommendations to the Branch Manager * Supervises the library in the absence of the Branch Manager * Develops an engaging and attractive youth library collection through awareness of current youth literature * Attends staff meetings, activities, and professional conferences and actively serves on committees * Implements knowledge of current trends in youth services and programs * Other duties as assigned Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer If you need special services or accommodations, please call or email This position is subject to a criminal history check.

Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements Education and Experience: * Master's Degree in Library and Information Studies or related field from an accredited university or college * Two (2) years of library experience working in a variety of roles displaying administrative, supervisory and leadership skills in community engagement and planning, collection development and reference services, digital and Library technology, program management, and data analysis for the effectiveness of programs, services, and resources.

OR * Bachelor's Degree in a related field from an accredited college or university * Four (4) years of library experience working in a variety of roles displaying administrative, supervisory and leadership skills in community engagement and planning, collection development and reference services, digital and Library technology, program management, and data analysis for the effectiveness of programs, services, and resources.

OR * Associate degree in any field or 60 hours of secondary education credits from an accredited college or university * Seven (7) years of library experience working in a variety of roles displaying administrative, supervisory and leadership skills in community engagement and planning, collection development and reference services, digital and Library technology, program management, and data analysis for the effectiveness of programs, services, and resources.

OR * High school diploma or G.E.D.

equivalent * Nine (9) years of library experience working in a variety of roles, displaying administrative, supervisory and leadership skills in community engagement and planning, collection development and reference services, digital and Library technology, program management, and data analysis for the effectiveness of programs, services, and resources.

Additional Requirements: * 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 NOTE: 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.

Preferences Experience: * Experience working with youth (preferred) * Experience with budgeting and financial resource management (preferred) Language: * Bilingual (preferred) General Information Position Type and Typical Hours of Work: * Full-Time Regular - 40 hours a week * Typical shifts are day, evening, Night, Weekend, etc.

* May require attending meetings, council sessions, or after-hours events and off-site meetings.

Work Environment: * 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, and 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.

Physical Demands: * 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: Branch Manager * Supervises Positions: Librarians, Library Specialists, and Library Technicians Work Location: * West University Branch Library * 6108 Auden, Houston, TX 77005 Employment 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.

BENEFITS Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.

The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions: * Medical Coverage * Dental Coverage * Vision Coverage * Wellness Plan * Life Insurance * Long-term disability * Employee Assistance Program * Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service * Accrual rates increase based on years of service * Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday * Professional development opportunities * Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan * Healthcare Reimbursement Account * 457 Deferred Compensation Plan The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees: * Retirement Pension (TCDRS) * Flexible schedule (varies by department) * Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program) In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time.

Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website: 01 Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?

* High School or GED diploma * Associate Degree * Bachelor's Degree * Master's Degree or higher * None of the above 02 Do you have a Master in Library and Information Studies from an ALA-accredited university?

Degree major/minor and graduation date must be documented on your application education history.

* Yes * No * N/A; No Degree 03 Have you completed 60 hours of secondary education credits from an accredited college or university?

* Yes * No 04 Please describe your educational background (i.e.

diploma, degree, certifications, etc.) including the level of education completed, area of study, and completed major and minor programs.

05 Which of the following best describes your verifiable full-time library experience working in a variety of roles displaying administrative, supervisory, and leadership skills in community engagement and planning, collection development and reference services, digital and Library technology, program management, and data analysis for the effectiveness of programs, services, and resources?

(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history) * Less than two full years * Between two and four years * Between four and seven years * Between seven and nine years * Nine or more years * No experience 06 Select all the following areas in which you have library experience performing the duties: (Select all that apply) (To be considered, the qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history) * Community engagement and planning * Collection development and reference services * Budgeting * Financial resource management * Digital and Library Technology * Program Management * Data Analysis for the Effectiveness of Programs, Services, and Resources * Other qualifying library experience (Please explain below) * None of the above 07 From the areas selected in the previous question, please provide details about your verifiable full-time library experience working in a variety of roles displaying administrative, supervisory, and leadership skills in community engagement and planning, collection development and reference services, digital and Library technology, program management, and data analysis for the effectiveness of programs, services, and resources.

* Do not use "See Resume", as we do not use resumes to assess qualifications.

* (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history) Include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities.

If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.

08 In which of the following concepts do you have strong knowledge and/or professional experience?

(Select all that apply) * Experience working with youth * Experience with budgeting and financial resource management * None of the above 09 Can you share your experience working with youth?

NOTE: Please DO NOT use "See Resume" as we do not use resumes for qualifications.

10 How would you rate your organization, written and oral communication skills?

* High: Confident/Competent * Medium: Some areas of strength * Low: Limited skills * I do not possess this skill and/or experience 11 Which of the following describes your level of proficiency using a personal computer and common office software such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Please select your level of proficiency based on the following descriptions: Advanced: A person with this level of skills is able to produce very large, complex formal documents that require a table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, and other special elements; a wide range of graphic effects, and use advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data.

Has full mastery of Macro commands and skills to tie the objects together into a cohesive system by using Macros and Visual Basic for Applications code.

Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.

Intermediate: A person with this level of skills is able to customize toolbars, import and insert graphs, embed Excel data, and elaborate reports.

Understands the concepts of databases and is able to work with charts and to use the list management capabilities of Excel.

Able to use complex query techniques, create efficient forms and reports, and create Macros to automate these forms.

Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.

Basic: A person with this level of skills is able to use basic formatting, editing, printing functions, and understands the document page setup.

Has the ability to enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a worksheet, and use printing functions.

Understands the different database concepts and structures and is familiar with data validation and is able to create a simple presentation in PowerPoint, run it, and print it.

Entry Level: A person with this level of skills has the ability to open, create, save and modify documents in Word, send and receive email in Outlook and create spreadsheets in Excel.

Format documents for printing, comfortable using the printer menu to preview documents.

Has ability to change the font, the margins, ins * Advanced * Intermediate * Basic * Entry Level * Not proficient 12 In which of the following combinations of languages are you bilingual and fluent?

Select all that apply: * English and Spanish * English and Vietnamese * English and Chinese * English and Arabic * English and Urdu * English and Tagalog * English and Other Language(s) * None of the Above 13 An unofficial copy of your college transcript is required along with your application.

(Please scan your transcripts and attach to this application before submitting). * Yes, I have attached a copy of my complete transcripts.

* No, I have not attached the required transcript.

I understand that this may result in disqualification from the employment process.

* N/A (not applicable) Required Question Employer Harris County Address 1111 Fannin St Ste.

600 Houston, Texas, 77002 Phone Website