POSITION OVERVIEW

APPLICATION ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
DIVISION / SECTION: Directors Office / Mayor's Office of Adult Literacy
Workday & Hours: Monday - Sunday ***may include possible evenings, occasional weekends and late hours ***subject to change***

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Houston Public Library (HPL) is seeking an Administrative Coordinator to join the Mayor’s Office of Adult Literacy, part of the Houston Public Library. The Administrative Coordinator will serve as the project manager for the office to administer Houston’s Adult Literacy Blueprint (HoustonsAdultLiteracyBlueprint.pdf (Download PDF reader)). The selected candidate should be politically savvy, perform accurate and detailed work and the ability to work with executives, HPL literacy partners and stakeholders, and all levels of staff. Employee must be willing to work a flexible work schedule between Monday - Sunday, that may include possible evenings, occasional weekends and late hours.

• Under the direction of the Administration Manager of the Mayor’s Office of Adult Literacy (MOAL), coordinates with adult literacy providers in Houston to create and maintain a comprehensive system of adult literacy programming, services and resources.
• Plans, initiates, and implements adult literacy programs and services for adult literacy providers in cooperation with Houston Public Library.
• Must be able to assess process improvement and make recommendations for improvement or change as necessary or appropriate.
• Researches, analyzes, reviews, collaborates with staff and stakeholders.
• Design, develop, and implement a common data and learning management system for adult literacy across literacy providers with input from stakeholders.
• Performs other duties as assigned including handling issues and information of a highly sensitive nature.
• May prepare speeches and/or remarks for MOAL; assist with news releases and public relations; responds to the press, officials, clients, and the public on more sensitive department issues.
• Work towards highlighting MOAL and HPL’s accomplishments and visibility and attending at literacy and library meetings and conferences.
• May supervise, guide, train, or evaluate providers on best practices.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Liberal Arts of a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
(5) Five years administrative experience are required. Professional administrative experience may be substituted for the above education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERENCES

• Experience working in government or non-profits
• Experience with Adult Literacy including knowledge of best practices from literacy providers
• Experience with data collection and analysis
• Experience working with elected officials.
• A specialization and/or certificate in Adult Literacy.
• Validate driver's licenses.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The department may administer 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.

PAY GRADE - 24

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.

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

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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.

Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying.

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.