Position: Emerging Technologies Librarian
Location: University of Maryland, Baltimore
Salary: $55,000 minimum

Originally posted on the SLA Career Center.

Job Summary

The Emerging Technologies Librarian serves as the primary support person for all aspects of the daily operation of the HS/HSL Innovation Space from technical to educational. This librarian is responsible for monitoring and evaluating emerging technologies and tools relevant to teaching, learning, and research activities in health sciences and plays a lead role in disseminating the knowledge of those emerging technologies university ‐wide through various educational programs and outreach initiatives.

As a member of the CATS team, the Emerging Technologies Librarian also participates in CATS projects as needed, creates and updates support documentation, instructional materials, and software/hardware inventories as needed for CATS projects. This position also assists in technology project management as needed.

This is a permanent status-eligible full-time, non-tenure track faculty position reporting to the Associate Director for Library Computing and Technology Services and is part of a highly collaborative IT division.

The HSHSL is actively committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from people with underrepresented backgrounds and identities. The HSHSL seeks professionals who are invested in creating an inclusive environment by embracing empathy, respect, and self-reflection, and who strive to incorporate those values in their work and interactions.

Job Duties

Innovation Space

• Provide technology and educational consultation and support for Innovation Space users.
• Create and update instructional materials and written guides for the Innovation Space and related and other emerging technologies.
• Maintain and troubleshoot all software and hardware equipment in the HS/HSL Innovation Space to keep them in good working condition.
• Schedule and promote offerings from the Innovation Space university ‐wide in a timely manner.
• Create and publish the monthly online Innovation Space Newsletter in collaboration with the Effective Communications Committee.
• Evaluate the Innovation Space usage and the value it provides to the campus; form concrete plans for its continuous growth in collaboration with the iSpace working group committee.
• Keep track of the purchase and usage of the Innovation Space supplies and make orders in a timely manner. Keep track of the usage data for the Innovation Space.
• Explore, test, and recommend any additional software or hardware equipment relevant to the evolving needs of the Innovation Space users.
• Assist the Associate Director for library application and knowledge systems in setting, evaluating, and renewing the direction for the Innovation Space in strategic alignment with the mission and goals of the HS/HSL.

Emerging Technologies

• Develop and establish active education and outreach initiatives to familiarize students and faculty with emerging technologies. Evaluate technology effectiveness on a regular basis and refresh and revise for improvement and continued relevance.
• Identify and develop use cases for new emerging technologies and tools that are relevant and beneficial to the HS/HSL and its users; perform needs assessment and design plans to implement those use cases.
• Develop programs and events, building university‐wide awareness and knowledge regarding emerging technologies’ impact on, potential benefits for, and applications to health sciences in multiple formats best suited to the needs of the target audience.
• Monitor and explore the use of new and emerging technologies in higher education and health sciences research and share the result with CATS and the other library staff on a regular basis.
• Collaborate, as needed on HSHSL Center for Data and Bioinformation Services projects.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program in library and information science
• Familiarity with Web standards, relational databases, Web usability, and UX studies
• Strong interest in and aptitude for technologies relevant to health sciences education and library services
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to deliver presentations and instruction to groups
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team
• Commitment to self-directed learning for continuous professional development in technology skills and librarianship
• Engage actively in committees within the HSHSL, the University, and professional organizations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Work experience in academic libraries
• Experience developing training materials and delivering instruction
• Working knowledge in using a 3D printer/scanner, 3D modeling software, and lendable technology.
• Experience in data visualization and related tools Experience in conducting usability testing and UX studies
• Experience in PHP or other server-side programming languages such as Python or Ruby
• Experience with project management

Application Process:

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Best consideration will be given to completed applications received by Friday, May 27th, 2022.

Include the following documents as part of the application package: 1) a resume or curriculum vitae; 2) three references with the names, professional titles, relationships to applicant, and contact information, including email; 3) a cover letter that describes applicant’s interest in the position. The cover letter should also include a statement describing the applicant’s experience in supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in their work; applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experience should note how their work will further UMB’s commitment to diversity. 4) On a separate page, a signed/dated affidavit stating, “I verify that my CV is current and accurate” – does not need to be notarized.

Position: Training and Programming Coordinator
Location: Eastern Shore Regional Library, Inc
Salary: $63,675 – $81,382

Full vacancy announcement available on ALA Joblist.

Description

Manages and develops ESRL’s training and programming to ensure that ESRL and county library staff have the training required to provide the highest level of library service. Responsible for managing training and development events, resources, and budgets. Researches trends in innovation, education, and library landscapes and conducts virtual and in-person trainings to pass on relevant knowledge and best practices. Participates in state-wide training programs and initiatives. Serves as staff development liaison for ESRL staff.

Designs, plans, budgets, and evaluates region-wide programming opportunities in cooperation with county libraries’ programming staff. Attends regional and state-wide meetings in work-related topics; Guides regional communities of practice in training, programming, and/or other related subjects.

Please send resume and cover letter to ESRL, Inc, 31901 Tri-County Way, Stuit 116-B, Salisbury, MD 21804 or email same to personnel@esrl.org.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Develops surveys, analyzes and assesses data and makes recommendations regarding the training needs of region-wide library staff.
• Develops, publicizes, implements, and conducts quality training/programming.
• Participates in region- and state-wide training initiatives and programming.
• Creates training/programming handouts and all associated informational materials and curricula.
• Monitors training and maintains records of continuing education units (CEU) for ESRL-sponsored training.
• Serves as a resource and moderator for regional youth services programming and development.
• Maintains awareness of trends that have potential impact on libraries and monitors new developments and technologies in the areas of librarianship, training, adult education, and programming.
• Serves as staff development liaison, assisting with the certification process for ESRL staff, and helps to administer grants related to staff development.
• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Position: Training Associate
Location: BLH Technologies, Inc./National Library of Medicine

Full vacancy announcement available on ALA Joblist.

BLH Technologies, Inc., an award-winning company specializing in public health, communications, technology, and safety monitoring solutions for Federal and commercial clients, is seeking a Training Associate to support Federal clients, including those within the National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Library of Medicine (NLM).

The Training Associate will support the planning for and conduction of virtual trainings related to various health information topics and NLM services. The ideal candidate is collaborative, able to learn new processes and technologies quickly, and has strong communication skills. The Training Associate will work closely with librarians and trainers at NLM and the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM).

Duties

• Support the creation and delivery of online classes, tutorials, videos, and other educational products and services.
• Manage training event logistics, including scheduling events, reserving meeting platforms, adding course descriptions to registration systems, scheduling captioning, and creating online evaluations.
• Edit videos and captions using HTML and other editing software.
• Collaborate with product experts, subject matter experts and training team(s) to craft learning objectives and audience engagement strategies for educational products.
• Support the development and implementation of training needs assessments and evaluation plans and systems.
• Prepare reports and correspondence, complete special projects, and maintain records and files.
• Maintain currency, quality, and accessibility of educational products.
• Maintain awareness of current adult education, instructional design, educational technology, and accessibility trends and developments.
• Ensure quality control and protection of Federal data and training products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in independently setting up, running, and post live event archiving using online technologies such as Zoom, WebEx, or other web conferencing software.
• Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in creating and updating digital content and files in environments such as Moodle, Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Teams, and other websites and databases.
• Experience or knowledge of National Library of Medicine (NLM) products and services is desirable.
• Government contract experience preferred.

Knowledge and Special Skills

• Excellent communication skills (written, oral, and interpersonal); demonstrated ability to translate complex topics to plain, simple language.
• Must be extremely detail oriented.
• Knowledge and experience in online education.
• Familiarity with current educational theories, models and techniques, particularly related to adult education a plus.
• Familiarity with HTML and editing software such as Camtasia, Microsoft Stream, and other video editors. Experience with captioning a plus.

Position: Head of Open Scholarship Services
Location: University of Maryland Libraries
Salary: $75,000 – $85,000

Full vacancy announcement available on ALA Joblist.

Open Scholarship Services (OSS) is a refocused front-facing program within the University Libraries, administered by the Associate Dean, Collection Strategies and Services. The OSS Head is responsible for providing visionary leadership and oversight of the OSS team and program. The OSS Head will participate in campus-wide efforts to open, share, and preserve the University’s scholarship and research, including:

• Open access (OA) initiatives and programs, including OA fund, Toward an Open Monograph Ecosystem (TOME), and other OA services
• Authors’ rights and copyright/licensing resources
• Repository services, especially in relation to our pending Equitable Access Policy
• Policy development and advocacy work across campus
• Scholarly impact metrics, tools, resources
• Open Science Framework support, e.g., membership, promotion, training (collaborating closely with the STEM Library)
• Open Education and Open Education Resources services (collaborating closely with Teaching and Learning Services)
• Digital publishing resources, including helping faculty with consultation on transitioning from subscription models to open access, ISSN registration, advice on publishing best practices, digital preservation, etc.
• Research data support, collaborating closely with Digital Programs and Initiatives’ Data Services Librarian
• Engagement, outreach, and training related to all of these areas, collaborating closely with subject librarians and Research Education Program Lead/Pedagogy Librarian

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with internal and external partners to support open scholarship, repository services, and other publishing-related initiatives
• Collaborate with subject librarians to support open scholarship needs and to facilitate sustainable scholarly production
• Advocate for innovative and experimental models of scholarly publishing
• Serve as the Libraries’ point person for open scholarship questions
• In collaboration with Digital Programs and Initiatives, manage support for existing publications and open scholarship projects, including project documentation and maintaining and reporting project assessment as requested
• Collaborate with Collection Development Strategies (CDS) on analyzing impact of open scholarship initiatives on collections funding
• Collaborate with CDS and Cataloging and Metadata Services (CMS) to identify, describe, and provide access to open scholarship resources
• Working with the Scholarly Communications Librarian, lead and manage the Digital Repository at the University of Maryland (DRUM), including collection and policy development, outreach, and communication
• Collaborate with colleagues in the Libraries to develop consistent practices and recommendations around copyright for Libraries’ services
• Maintain awareness of relevant legal developments and issues related to scholarly publishing

Professional Development

• Acquire new skills, knowledge, and competencies needed to improve work processes, and share them with the appropriate colleagues
• Attend professional development opportunities in subjects related to assigned responsibilities

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in university and/or library activities and training related to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility
• Contribute to achieving the University’s and/or the Libraries’ diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility goals
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

As the largest university library system in the Washington D.C.-Baltimore area, the University of Maryland Libraries serve more than 37,500 students and 4,200 faculty of the flagship College Park campus. The University of Maryland Libraries share the teaching, learning and research goals of the university. Its role as a key academic resource is evident in its service to the academic community and its actionable strategic plan. Recent membership in the Big Ten Academic Alliance is particularly meaningful to the University Libraries and will further propel the university’s ascendancy in academic excellence.

The University of Maryland Libraries are committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We support university and library efforts to create a more just campus environment, understanding the unique, interdisciplinary focus of libraries and archives as collectors and curators of the historical, literary, artistic, and scientific record. We provide collections, services, and programs that reflect the diversity of our community, heighten cultural awareness, and incorporate the histories, experiences, and expressions of those who have been historically marginalized and/or underrepresented. We work to ensure equitable access to our facilities, resources, and services.

QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)

EDUCATION

Required

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent; or an advanced/graduate degree related to the position’s duties with relevant library experience

EXPERIENCE

Required

• A minimum of 5 years of experience working in the library and information field
• Demonstrated experience working with current open scholarship and scholarly communication practices and trends
• Knowledge of developing technologies, standards, and best practices in digital scholarship and open publishing.
• Experience developing and operationalizing successful outreach for library programs and services
• Demonstrated planning and leadership skills, with the ability to function independently, take initiative, and set goals and priorities in a dynamic changing environment
• Commitment to support and contribute to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish positive and productive collaborations with faculty, researchers, students, and librarians

Position is appointed to Librarian Faculty Ranks as established by the University System of Maryland Board of Regents. Rank at appointment is based on the successful applicant’s experience and relevant credentials. Applicant must meet the Libraries’ requirements for promotion, which includes a commitment to professional development, service, and self-directed research, scholarship, and/or creative activities. For additional information, consult the following website: http://www.president.umd.edu/policies/2014-ii-100b.html .

APPLICATIONS: Electronic applications required. Please apply online https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/94735 . No relocation assistance will be provided. You must be legally able to work in the United States; the University of Maryland Libraries will not sponsor individuals for employment. An application consists of a cover letter, which includes the source of advertisement, a curriculum vitae, and names/e-mail addresses of three references.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received; Best consideration by May 18, 2022.

Position: Digital Services Librarian
Location: Prince George’s Community College

Originally posted to the CUA Jobs group.

The Digital Services Librarian is responsible for assisting in the coordination and provision of digital library resources. Ensures all digital resources are compatible with Canvas and accessible remotely to students and faculty via a proxy server. Supports the Library’s social media presence and maintains content on the library’s website relating to digital services and social media. Ensures interactive user engagement with library digital content and investigates and promotes new methods and tools for presenting content to patrons through Canvas and the Library website. Collaborate with IT support staff, librarians, and other staff members to provide quality digital services. Provides in-person and virtual reference and research assistance to patrons and participates in collection development and maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library/information science from an ALA-accredited program required.
• 1-2 years of experience in an academic library.
• Demonstrated experience with Ex Libris Alma and Primo or another library systems platform.

CRITERIA: The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.

• Coordinates access and maintenance of the library’s licensed digital resources, including tasks related to contracts, implementation, staff support, troubleshooting, discovery, and maintenance of resources.
• Works cooperatively with librarians and Distance Education staff to promote the use of digital tools and resources through Canvas and the Library website.
• Coordinates and maintains content for web and mobile-enabled interactive services that provide a quality user experience.
• Collaborates with the IT staff to develop information service strategies and initiatives that maintain a high level of patron satisfaction with on-site and digital technology resources.
• Collects, maintains and reports digital resources and services analytics to Library Administration.
• Participates in the library’s instruction and liaison programs

Skill set:

• In supporting library-specific software, e.g., OCLC Connexion, MarcEdit and library specific hardware, e.g., label printers, production scanners etc.
• Experience supporting web-based content management systems.
• Experience in managing, implementing, or integrating with any discovery layers such as Encore, Summon, or Primo, etc. to ensure remote users enjoy the same experience as on-campus users.
• Familiarity with image-based or text-based digital repositories (ContentDM, MDID, Omeka, Digital Commons, DSpace, Fedora, etc.).
• Working knowledge of non-MARC metadata standards (e.g., Dublin Core, METS, MODS, VRA, etc.).
• Familiarity with EZProxy or III WAM.
• Working knowledge of the database technologies such as MySQL, Microsoft Access or FileMaker used to store, manipulate, and query structured data.

Fundamental knowledge & expertise:

• Knowledge of library information technology, systems, products, and delivery technologies.
• Knowledge of Microsoft software systems and tools, social media platforms and web-based communication, information, and collaboration tools.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Library staff.
• Ability to work in the library’s team setting.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing library technology environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Job Requirements
• Must be available to work Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work schedule subject to change based on the needs of the department.
• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

Position: Cataloging and Systems Librarian
Location: Prince George’s Community College

Originally posted to the CUA Jobs group.

The Cataloging and Systems Librarian is responsible for the coordination and provision of resource description and access for library resources. Ensures resource discovery in library catalog and discovery platform and investigates and promotes new methods and tools for presenting library resources to user groups. Collaborate with IT support staff, librarians, and other staff members to provide bibliographic access to library resources. Provides in-person and virtual reference and research assistance to patrons and participates in collection development and maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library/information science from an ALA-accredited program required.
• Experience in supporting library-specific software, e.g., OCLC Connexion, MarcEdit and cataloging tools, e.g., OCLC Records Manager etc and original and copy cataloging in an Integrated library system.

CRITERIA: The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.

• Coordinate review, manipulation, and batch loading of metadata for books and other library resources into the integrated library system (ALMA).
• Provide original and copy-cataloging for a variety of materials in various formats in a contemporary MARC-based environment according to local and national standards.
• Integrate an understanding of diverse populations and communities into cataloging and metadata policies and practices.
• Works collaborative with the Electronic Resources librarian and other librarians to determine the most effective discovery tools for library and information resources.
• Collects, maintains, and reports library resources and technical services analytics to Library Administration.
• Participates in the library’s instruction and liaison programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Job Requirements
• Must be available to work Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work schedule subject to change based on the needs of the department.
• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.