Position: Public Services Librarian
Location: Greenfield Library, St. John’s College, Annapolis, MD
Salary: $52,170.00

Originally posted on the Maryland Library Association listserv.

Reports To: Library Director

Office: Greenfield Library

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under the general supervision of the Library Director, provides access and reference services to all user groups of the library
• Responsible for the hiring, training and supervising of student aides, as well as overseeing the functions, workflows, and continual training for all activities at the Circulation Desk
• Oversees stacks maintenance activities and collection inventory projects
• Responsible for the delivery of Inter-Library Loan services, for the record keeping of the same, and for communication among the various lending agencies
• Assists with collection maintenance work by inputting acquisitions orders, reviewing, selecting, and weeding materials, submitting replacement orders, ensuring receipt of titles on standing order, and accepting gifts and donations
• Responsible for all methods of patron instruction including group orientations, instruction sessions on specific topics, and maintaining bibliographies, pathfinders, user guides, and online public service forms
• Responsible for the library exhibits scheduled in the library’s display room, and as such, serves a curator for these regular exhibits
• Provides general and specific reference services, and cooperative reference services with the Office of Career Services focusing on graduate programs, internships, and vocational guidance. Responsible for instruction for use of electronic resources
• Works independently yet shows good judgment in keeping the Director informed of developments outside the regular routines
• Keeps abreast of current trends and practices; keeps informed of new and used book markets and electronic resources; participates in professional development activities including workshops, meetings, training sessions, and conferences; works independently and cooperatively with colleagues, handles multiple assignments and changing priorities, and meets deadline
• Respects the confidentiality of patron requests and records and adheres to the ALA Code of Ethics
• Prepares and submits quarterly reports and compiles statistics on public service activities for various reports and surveys; contributes to library decision making
• Supervises special projects of a set duration
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements:

• MLS from an ALA accredited institution; minimal 1–2 years professional public service experience in a library
• Understanding of relational databases
• Microsoft proficiency; knowledge of image software; experience using internet search engines, integrated library systems, linking software/applications, and HTML
• Reading knowledge of a foreign language
• Ability to communicate clearly and support the established policies and procedures of the Library and the College
• Demonstrates good judgment and maturity in support of the mission of the Library and the College; ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Is a good office citizen (keeps work and break area clean, responds to email and requests promptly, has a positive attitude, and respects the feelings and needs of co-workers)
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds, and push and control wheeled carts with more than 100 pounds of weight

Desirable Qualifications:

• Academic library experience
• Knowledge of the SirsiDynix ILS system
• Acquisitions experience in an academic setting
• Interlibrary loan experience
• Reading knowledge of French language
• Familiarity with the St. John’s College curriculum

Compensation: Grade 12, Base salary $52,170.00, excellent benefits.

To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to annapolis.jobs@sjc.edu

Position: Access Services Assistant (Part Time)
Location: Maryland Institute College of Arts (MICA), Baltimore, Md

Originally posted on the Maryland Library Association listserv.

General purpose:The Access Services Assistant engages in the full-range of Access Services functions including managing the service desk, supervising student workers, and overseeing the physical library space. 

Summary of Essential Functions: 

• Assists with Access Service functions on evenings including the service desk, student workers, and overseeing the physical library space. 
• Assists with technical processing, collection maintenance, and preservation.
• Serves as backup for Access Services staff.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists with circulation of library items, fines, stacks maintenance, ILL, Reserves and other related tasks.
• Assists with pulling, processing and expiring holds.
• Supervises student employees when covering the Access Services Desk. 
• Responsible for covering the desk when student staff are unavailable.
• Resolves outstanding fines.
• Assists in shelving library materials, shelf reading, and maintaining the appearance of the library collection.
• Reshelves special collections materials as needed.
• Processes books  including wrapping and labeling. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Work flexibly, independently, and collaboratively with colleagues, staff, faculty, and students fostering a collegial work environment that encourages growth, inclusivity, innovation, curiosity, and rigor.

Minimum qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of library experience
• Willingness to learn and flexibility in schedule 
• Exceptional organizational skills, problem-solving skills, attention to detail and accuracy, and the ability to set and keep deadlines
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in art, art history, or design
• Customer Service Experience
• Demonstrated experience with promoting social justice, equity, and diversity 
• Management experience

Reporting to this position: student staff on duty

Conditions of Employment: 

• Satisfactory Background Check
• Position will require some evening and/or weekend work

Position: Part-time Hourly Circulation Staff
Location: Multiple Branch Locations, Anne Arundel County Public Library
Salary: $14.64/hr. to start.  

Originally posted on the Maryland Library Association listserv.

• PART-TIME HOURLY JOBS – CIRCULATION DESK – Multiple Branch Locations

• RESPONSIBILITIES:        Provide customer service to Library customer at the Circulation Desk: Checking out materials, checking in returns, promoting library services, registering customers for library cards and resolving fines and other concerns related to customers’ borrower accounts.

• SALARY:  $14.64/hr. to start.  

• SCHEDULING: Up to 20 hours per week. Availability and flexibility required.  MUST have good availability weekdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. AND weekday evenings (excluding Friday) between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m., AND good Saturday availability at least once or twice each month.  Work is scheduled on an as-needed, on-call basis. 

• REQUIRED:  High school diploma or equivalency; computer experience using Windows-based programs. 

• PREFERRED: Customer service experience.

• MANDATORY TRAINING:        Ability to attend and successfully complete all training.    

o   TO APPLY:  Upload cover letter, resume and completed AACPL Employment Application Form on AACPL’s Recruitment Page.  Questions may be directed to humanresources@aacpl.net. All required application materials must be received no later than 4:00 p.m., June 16, 2021.   

o   TIMETABLE:  Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted no later than June 18, 2021.  Interviews will be tentatively scheduled during the week of June 21, 2021.  Tentative start date will be July 19, 2021. 

o    This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications.  Anne Arundel County Public Library values diverse perspectives and life experiences.  Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliations, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.  The Library encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.   If you need assistance with any aspect of the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 410-222-7107, (www.mdrelay.org). 

Position: Part-time Hourly Information
Location: Multiple Branch Locations, Anne Arundel County Public Library
Salary: $17.50/hour

Originally posted on the Maryland Library Association listserv.

• PART-TIME HOURLY JOBS – INFORMATION DESK – Multiple Branch Locations

• RESPONSIBILITIES:  Provide reference and readers’ advisory service; instruct and help customers in the use of library resources.

• SALARY:  $17.50/hr. to start.  

• SCHEDULING: Up to 20 hours per week. Availability and flexibility required.  MUST have good availability weekdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. AND weekday evenings (excluding Friday) between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m., AND good Saturday availability at least once or twice each month.  Work is scheduled on an as-needed, on-call basis. 

• REQUIRED:  Bachelor’s Degree, excellent customer service skills, experience using computer and MS WINDOWS; knowledge of the Internet as a research tool, research-related experience, and ability to learn the Library’s research & circulation systems, policies, and procedures.

• MANDATORY TRAINING:        Ability to attend and successfully complete all training.    

1. TO APPLY:  Upload cover letter, resume and completed AACPL Employment Application Form on AACPL’s Recruitment Page.  Questions may be directed to humanresources@aacpl.net. All required application materials must be received no later than 4:00 p.m., June 16, 2021.   

1. TIMETABLE:  Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted no later than June 18, 2021.  Interviews will be tentatively scheduled during the week of June 21, 2021.  Tentative start date will be July 19, 2021. 

1. This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications.  Anne Arundel County Public Library values diverse perspectives and life experiences.  Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliations, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.  The Library encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.   If you need assistance with any aspect of the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 410-222-7107, (www.mdrelay.org). 

Position: Branch Manager I
Location: Calver Library Twin Beaches Branch, Chesapeake, MD
Salary: $54,400 – $68,050

Originally posted on the Maryland Library Association listserv.

At Calvert Library, staff have the opportunity to empower individuals by facilitating lifelong learning and to strengthen the
community by encouraging connections to fellow community members and the world. We seek an enthusiastic, open-minded,
intrinsically-motivated individual who works well independently and collaboratively. Calvert Library circulates over a million
items annually and provides exceptional customer service at its 4 locations, and via 2 mobile library vehicles. We have an
extensive network of community partners including Calvert County Public Schools. Construction is slated to begin in Fall 2021
for an 18,000 SF replacement facility in North Beach, MD. That location is expected to open in Spring of 2023. If you embody
Calvert Library’s values and are passionate about the power of public libraries to transform communities, consider joining
Calvert Library as the full-time Branch Manager of our Twin Beaches Branch.
Key Responsibilities
• Under the general direction of the Director, manages day-to-day branch operations including reference, circulation,
and children’s departments as well as classes and events.
• Serves as a leader in gaining commitment for Calvert Library’s strategic plan, implementing changes in library
service, and communicating a shared vision for exceptional customer experiences.
• Builds and maintains effective work relations with staff, customers, administration, and the community.
• Responsible for supervising, coaching, training, and performance planning of assistant branch manager and branch
staff.
• Creates a work environment that fosters continuous improvement, encourages risk-taking and learning from
mistakes and values teamwork. Demonstrates a commitment to guiding staff in their professional growth
• Engages in direct public service and develops and maintains a thorough understanding of Calvert Library policies and
quality standards; suggests changes to policy as needed.
• Empowers staff to have consistently excellent customer interactions.
• Uses management and technology skills to improve branch efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of services.
• Handles security issues and emergency situations.
• Monitors the use of library services and branch spaces and makes recommendations for changes and new services.
• Actively participates in Management teams and promotes the Library in the community.
Job Requirements
• MLS from an ALA accredited school or Bachelor’s Degree and four years of library-related experience with two years in
a public library.
• A commitment to excellent customer service and the desire and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Experience using various technologies including , online databases, E-books, and Microsoft applications
• Ability to establish and maintain respectful relationships with customers, co-workers and community groups.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and emergencies in a fast paced environment.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills and demonstrates flexibility, initiative and creativity.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally and regionally and work a variable schedule including nights, weekends and
some telework.
• Must pass a post-offer criminal background check.
We offer an excellent benefit package that includes 15-24 days of vacation depending on degree status, 3 weeks of sick leave
and 3 days of personal leave, competitive health, dental and vision benefits, MD Retirement Plan, and related benefits. Annual
starting salary range: $54,400 – $68,050, depending on education and experience. We encourage applicants from
underrepresented groups to apply. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities
to perform essential functions of this job.
To apply:
Complete application available online must be received by: midnight on June 29, 2021. Interviews will be held on July 12 and
candidates selected for an interview will be notified by COB on July 8.