Librarian I - Adult Programming (Lone Star College- Tomball Community Library)

Salary : $24.91 Hourly

Location : Tomball, TX

Job Type : Regular Full-time

Job Number : 16332

Department : Public Library

Opening Date : 02 / 20 / 2026

Closing Date : 3 / 19 / 2026 10 : 41 AM Central

Max Number of Applicants : 150

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 :

This position is responsible for identifying and interpreting user needs; planning and implementing a variety of adult 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. 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 :

• Plan, coordinate, and promote adult services and programs, including summer reading and other special events
• Identify information needs in the community and plan and provide services to meet these needs
• Responsible for marketing (including via social media)
• Provides reader's advisory and reference services
• Develop a highly visible public relations program for adult services in the community
• Develop an engaging and attractive adult library collection through awareness of current literature
• Attend staff meetings, activities, and / or professional conferences, and actively serve on committees
• Implement knowledge of current trends in adult services and programs
• Other duties as assigned

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https : / / hrrm.harriscountytx.gov / Pages / EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net

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 & Experience :

Consideration will be given to individuals currently pursuing a master's degree in Library Science and will be completing the degree within the next four (4) months

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Additional Requirements :

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

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.

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General Information

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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.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions :

Health & Wellness Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Retirement Savings Benefit

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions :

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website :

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Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?

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Do you have a Master of Library Science degree from an ALA-accredited university?Degree major / minor and graduation date must be documented on your application education history.

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If you selected No in response to the previous question, are you currently pursuing a master's degree in Library Science that will be completing the degree within the next four (4) months?(Proof of completion of the degree will be required for permanent status in the position.)

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Have you completed 60 hours of secondary education credits from an accredited college or university?

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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.

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Which of the following best describes your verifiable full-time experience designing, planning, and making educational activities for adults in a learning or leadership environment?(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

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Which of the following closely aligns with your verifiable experience designing, planning, and making educational activities for children and adults in a learning or leadership environment (Select all that apply.)

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Please provide details about your verifiable full-time experience designing, planning, and making educational activities for adults in a learning or leadership environment.

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Which of the following best describes your verifiable customer service experience showing empathy, good communication, and problem-solving?(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

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Please provide details about your verifiable customer service experience showing empathy, good communication, and problem-solving.

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

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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, inse

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An unofficial copy of your college transcript is required along with your application. (Please scan your transcripts and attach to this application before submitting).

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Which of the following language(s) are you bilingual and fluent? Select all that apply :

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Do you have previous experience working with adult groups?

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Which of the following are your preferred focus areas :

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Are you a current Harris County Public Library (HCPL) employee?

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If you are a current Harris County Public Library employee, do you work at the Tomball location?

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