Position: Chief Information Officer
Location: Enoch Pratt Free Library, Baltimore, MD

Full vacancy announcement available on ALA Joblist.

Description

The Enoch Pratt Free Library is looking for an experienced Chief Information Officer who will be responsible for the strategic and administrative management of all information systems and telecommunications initiatives for the entire Library system. If you feel that this position is for you, we would love to hear from you.

The summary of duties listed below is not exhaustive. Additional duties are dependent upon the needs of the hiring department.

The successful candidate will be able to work with the CEO, COO, and Deputy Director to create a forward thinking and community focused vision that serves the organization by being responsive to the staff and community user needs along with considering the aspirations of the City and State. The incumbent will collaborate with the Executive Leadership Team to coordinate the IT resources needed to meet organizational objectives. Responsibilities will include streamlining operations by implementing relevant and innovative technologies, developing technological systems that will improve customer satisfaction, as well as managing and maintaining the library city and state-wide network created for the use of Pratt and Maryland public library systems (SAILOR).

The Chief Information Officer will:

Serve as chief architect for network and services provided by IS. In addition, will investigate and initiate projects to develop the application of cutting-edge technology required to achieve the goals of Library, City and State customers.

Ensure adequate IT resources are available to support organizational goals and objectives.

Develop organizational leadership and technical skills within the department to provide effective responses to the needs of the Library.

Collaborate and negotiates with vendors and partners across city agencies to economically provide products and services to the Library.

Serve as the Library’s Chief Information Security Officer in charge of ensuring compliance with all information security regulations.

Oversee and/or participate in library technology expansion projects in collaboration with all library service areas.

Develop and oversee annual and project-based budgets.

Lead talent management efforts by hiring the best candidates while engaging the IT Team through transparent performance management and development.

Requirements

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s Degree in Technology Management, Computer Science, Administrative Science or other relevant focus. Microsoft MCSE and/or Cisco CCNP, Certified Project Manager (PMP) desired. Six years of demonstrated experience in senior management as well as three years of successful experience managing a team is required.

Position: Virtual Corporate Researcher
Location: Global Investment Banking and Asset Management Firm, LAC Group, Virtual

Full vacancy announcement is available on the CUA SLIS blog.

LAC Group seeks a Virtual Corporate Researcher to be part of an experienced and talented business intelligence research team for a global investment banking and asset management firm. This role will work independently as well as with a research team providing corporate/financial and other types of research to staff. This is a full-time position and candidates can be located anywhere in the US.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts information research in a variety of domestic and international sectors using research databases and other resources
• Completes both short term and in-depth research projects and analysis under deadline
• Manages multiple projects on a daily basis
• Contributes to knowledge initiatives
• Works on special projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or a Bachelor’s degree with comparable research experience.
• At least 3 years’ experience performing research
• Understanding of and experience with database services such as LexisNexis, Factiva, Capital IQ, Pitchbook, Eikon, Profound, Privco, BVD and others preferred
• Strong investigative research and analytical skills preferred
• Expertise conducting in-depth industry, company, biographical, financial, market, and regulatory research desired
• Strong commitment to customer service
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

To apply, visit: https://lac.gp/3nVAHjc

Position: Library Associate
Location: Multiple Locations, Prince George’s County Memorial Library System
Salary: $46,688.00 – $50,184.00

Full vacancy announcement is available on the CUA SLIS blog.

Prince George’s County Memorial Library System (PGCMLS) is inviting applications for the position of Library Associate. Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic about programming and outreach, providing reference services and reader’s advisory to customers, promoting library services, and more! Bilingual fluency is a plus! If you are welcoming, curious, accessible, kind, collaborative and resilient, APPLY TODAY! 

This announcement will be used to establish an “Eligibility List” for future vacancies.

Job Summary: Responds to customer questions regarding both in-print and online library materials and services in the library departments.  Assists in the organization, management and technical functions relevant to the overall operation of various library departments.  

Essential Duties:

• Provides reference, reader’s advisory, and computer assistance to library customers.
• Provides instruction on the use of library catalog and databases.
• Assists with programming for library customers.
• Assists with circulation desk duties, as needed.
• Assists with the management and review of the library collection, as required.
• Participates in the maintenance and development of the library collection by weeding assigned areas and identifying library materials in need of replacement.
• Develops and maintains library display areas and posts community notices.
• Assists with the inter-library loan process, as needed.
• Creates and maintains customer library accounts, as needed.
• Assists with the management and review of the library collection, as required.
• Oversees library volunteers, as required.
• Manages customer relations and resolves any escalated customer issues and conflicts via in person, phone and email, as required.
• Performs routine data entry including entering customer information into library database.
• Prepares correspondences and reports.
• Creates and maintains office files and department records appropriately.
• Trains volunteers, as needed.
• Acts as an ambassador and advocate for the library.
• Attends meetings, trainings, and workshops.
• Assists with special projects, as required.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.  

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• One to three of years of working in a library setting; or, experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. 
• Library Associate certificate must be acquired within two years of hire via on the job training.

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities  

• Ability to gain thorough knowledge of Prince George’s County Memorial Library System’s practices, policies and procedures.
• Ability to act as a representative of Prince George’s County Memorial Library System’s to the public.
• Considerable knowledge of literature, reference and information materials, publishers, and periodicals preferred.
• Knowledge of public library reference tools, including web and database searching.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and with volunteers. 
• Ability to operate relevant computer systems including hardware and software, such as Google Suite, electronic databases, e-mail, and internet navigation, and office equipment.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

• Work is conducted in a normal office setting which provides comfortable lighting, temperature and air conditions.
• Occasional light lifting (up to 20 pounds) may be required.
• Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions.