Assistant Branch Manager Evelyn Meador Branch Library

Overview

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 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the highest honor awarded to libraries in the United States. The award recognizes institutions that deliver exceptional service to their communities. The library was recognized for initiatives like HCPL Connected, Enhanced+ Library Cards, and its Mobile Outreach Librarian program. HCPL is recognized as a best place to work, offering a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth, with a focus on employee well-being, diversity, and community impact.

Working under the general direction of the Branch Manager, this position is responsible for 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 reader s advisory; and assisting library patrons in the use of library services, facilities, and equipment.

Leads literacy initiatives for the 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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…