Librarian V

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　　Librarian V

　　Salary

　　$93,600.00 - $98,020.00 Annually

　　Location

　　Houston, Texas

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　33125

　　Department

　　Houston Public Library

　　Division

　　HPL - SPECIAL COLLECTIONS

　　Opening Date

　　01/19/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/2/2024 11:59 PM Central

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　POSITION OVERVIEW

　　Applications Accepted From: All Persons Interested

　　Division: Customer Experience

　　Section: History Research Center

　　Reporting Location: 500 McKinney

　　Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 8:00 pm* (varies)

　　*Subject to Change

　　Description of Duties/Essential Functions

　　Houston Public Library is seeking a dynamic and innovative Librarian V to work as the Senior Manager of History Research Centers (HRC). The Librarian V will provide strategic leadership and oversight of the existing three special collections locations (African American History Research Center at the Gregory School, Family History Research Center at the Clayton Library, and Houston History Research Center) and the development of the fourth location currently planned to focus on Houston Hispanic History and archives.

　　The selected candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and knowledgeable about current library issues and trends especially as it relates to special collections, local history, archives, digitization, and genealogy. The Librarian V serves as part of the Customer Experience Senior Management team and plays a critical role in shaping and delivering new and enhanced services. This is a high visibility position that requires ongoing interaction, communication and outreach with customers, community members and stakeholders both within and outside the organization. HPL serves a population of 2.2 million citizens through a network of 37 Neighborhood Libraries spread out across the Houston area, a Central Library, and three Special Collections Libraries.

　　The essential duties and functions of the position include but are not limited to the following:

　　Formulating goals and objectives for the HRC locations.

　　Serving as an organizational leader with a focus on continuous improvement especially as it applies to local history, archives, genealogy, and digitization.

　　Directly supervising and mentoring the managers of the HRC locations.

　　Serving as a large-scale project manager for grants and other projects.

　　Leading the HRC locations to create engaging and educational programs.

　　Resolving complex customer issues ensuring consistent operations between locations.

　　Bringing enhanced local and national recognition to the HRC locations and their resources and representing Houston Public Library at community meetings and conferences.

　　Developing new initiatives and strategies to further the service priorities of the Houston Public Library.

　　Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter with their application.

　　WORKING CONDITIONS

　　The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

　　MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

　　EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

　　Requires application of advanced principles, techniques and theory in a professional discipline or a thorough general business management knowledge. Knowledge of this level is typically obtained through a Master's degree or equivalent formal training in a recognized field of specialization that is directly related to the type of work being performed.

　　EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

　　Four (4) years of experience as a librarian are required, including two (2) with management responsibility.

　　LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

　　None

　　PREFERENCES

　　PREFERENCES

　　*Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. *

　　Preference will be given to applicants with:

　　GENERAL INFORMATION

　　ELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None

　　However, the Department may administer a skills assessment test.

　　SAFETY IMPACT POSITION : Yes

　　If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

　　SALARY INFORMATION

　　Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

　　PAY GRADE: 27

　　APPLICATION PROCEDURES

　　Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

　　To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-1472.

　　If you need special services or accommodations, 832-393-1472 (TTY 7-1-1).

　　If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

　　Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

　　All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

　　EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

　　The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

　　The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.

　　Benefits include:

　　• Medical

　　• Dental

　　• Vision

　　• Wellness

　　• Life insurance

　　• Long-term disability

　　• Retirement pension

　　• 457 deferred compensation plan

　　• Employee Assistance Program

　　• 10 days of vacation each year

　　• 10 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

　　• Flexible schedules

　　• Professional development opportunities

　　• Transportation/parking plan

　　• Section 125 pretax deductions

　　• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

　　• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

　　For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

　　01

　　Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

　　Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program

　　Bachelor's Degree

　　Associate's Degree

　　High School Diploma or GED

　　None of the Above

　　03

　　What best describes your years of library experience that relates to the duties of this position?

　　I have less than 4 years of library experience

　　I have 4 years, but less than 6 years of library experience

　　4 years, but less than 5 years of library experience

　　No library experience

　　04

　　How many years of supervisory/management experience do you have?

　　Less than 2 years

　　2 years, but less than 3 years

　　4 to 5 years

　　6 years or more

　　05

　　Please describe your library experience including your management experience. If you have none, please put N/A.

　　06

　　Please describe your library experience including your experience with archives, genealogy, local history, and digitization

　　07

　　Which of the following skills or experience do you have?

　　Team player

　　Demonstrated experience aligning people and processes

　　Interface with community stakeholders and executive management

　　Demonstrated experience evaluating operations, services, and/or programs and making needed improvements

　　Leadership

　　Effective communicator

　　Relationship building

　　Working with local history, genealogy, archives, and digitization

　　Politically savvy

　　None of the above

　　08

　　Please indicate the languages which you are fluent (reading, writing, and speaking). Check all that apply:

　　English

　　Spanish

　　Chinese

　　Vietnamese

　　French

　　Arabic

　　Other Languages

　　I am not bilingual

　　09

　　Are you a current Houston Public Library employee?

　　Yes

　　No

　　10

　　Please describe your library career, what new approaches, innovations, or procedures and policies did you either generate or played a leading role in that improved the organization and shows that you have the necessary experience for this position.

　　Required Question