Position: Teaching and Learning Librarian
Location: UMD Libraries
Salary: $54,0000 – $64,000
Originally posted on the Maryland Library Association listserv.
Responsibilities: Reporting to the Head of Teaching and Learning Services, these entry level positions will contribute to the expansion of a learner-centered information literacy instruction program by designing, creating, and maintaining sustainable online and blended learning objects such as web-based tutorials, instructional videos, research guides, and websites, with the main emphasis on further developing and maintaining the information literacy program for the Academic Writing Program (ENGL101) and academic based outreach programs. The successful candidates will enjoy teaching and engaging with students, partnering with the Libraries’ Terrapin Learning Commons and campus services, such as the Teaching and Learning Transformation Center, developing innovative instructional programming, and supporting evidence-based practice through the design and implementation of student-centered assessment. The candidates will collaborate with colleagues in the Teaching and Learning Services unit to lead information literacy instruction for first-year students and develop academic based outreach programs to support diverse populations and programs that fall outside traditional departmental structures including Global Living & Learning Community partnerships, Honors College Partnerships, and extracurricular academic partnerships, such as Veterans and transfer students. The Teaching and Learning Librarians are responsible for three categories: 1) librarianship, 2) service and 3) scholarship and creativity
Requirements: Education: MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution or international equivalent by date of hire. Experience: Experience or aptitude in implementing information literacy theory and practice in the classroom. Experience or aptitude in providing in-person or digital reference services. Experience or aptitude in designing and leading professional development activities around pedagogical theories, learning techniques, and/or student-centered learning. Experience developing learning objects such as tutorials and videos. Demonstrated ability to bring creative ideas forward in service of helping students learn about the value and use of libraries for their academic and personal success.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Engagement with trends in higher education, including, but not limited to, the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education. Knowledge of online learning techniques, including the ability to design library tutorials, videos, and learning objects. Knowledge of instructional design, student-centered teaching practices, and student learning assessment, including the ability to design assessments, analyze results, and implement evidence-based changes. Commitment to evidence-based and reflective practice, evidenced through engagement in professional development, service opportunities, scholarship, or coursework. A strong and visible personal and professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as a means to support institutional excellence.
Preferences: One-year experience in an academic library setting. Experience or aptitude in supervising graduate and/or undergraduate student workers. Familiarity with LibGuides software and other web discovery tools. Familiarity with course management software, particularly Canvas.
Application Process: Must apply online https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/104273 Must be legally eligible to work in the United States and for the University of Maryland, College Park. Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
Position: PTH Digital Experience Assistant I
Location: Anne Arundel County Public Library
Salary: $15.30 – $19.31 / hourly
Originally posted on the Maryland Library Association listserv.
Responsibilities: This is routine and varied clerical work assisting Public Services in the area of Digital Experience in the Virtual Services department.
Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or equivalency program, plus one to two years of continuing education and/or work experience in a public or not-for-profit environment; or an equivalent combination of experience and training that has provided the knowledge, abilities and skills listed in the job description.
Application Process: Complete AACPL Employment Application Form. Upload cover letter, resume and completed application on AACPL’s Recruitment Page Recruitment (adp.com). Questions may be directed to humanresources@aacpl.net. All required application materials must be received no later than 4:00 p.m., March 3, 2023.
Position: Assistant Branch Manager I
Location: Anne Arundel County Public Library
Salary: $50,544 – $87,210
Originally posted on the Maryland Library Association listserv.
Responsibilities: Professional level work in providing library services including reference, readers’ advisory, programming and outreach, and library instruction to the public of all ages. Work requires maintaining considerable expertise in the use of information technology including, but not limited to, databases, email, downloadable e-books, e-audio and the internet. Acts as part of branch’s management team and assists in the management of branch operations and the supervision of branch staff. May assume responsibility for branch operations as designated person in charge in absence of Branch Manager.
Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree and three year’s work experience in a library or educational setting. One year of supervisory experience.
Special Requirement for non-MLS candidates: Completion of Library Associate Training Institute within two years following appointment; and ability to maintain eligibility by completing 90 hours of training every 5 years.
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Library Science or master’s degree in related field and one year of work experience in library or educational setting. One year of supervisory experience. Spanish language skills.
Special Requirement: Ability to secure certification as a Professional Public Librarian in the State of Maryland within 120 days following appointment; ability to meet re-certification requirements by completing 90 hours of training every 5 years.
Application Process: Complete AACPL Employment Application Form. Upload cover letter, resume and completed application on AACPL’s Recruitment Page Recruitment (adp.com). Questions may be directed to humanresources@aacpl.net. All required application materials must be received no later than 4:00 p.m., February 24, 2023
Position: PTH Digital Experience Assistant II
Location: Anne Arundel County Public Library
Salary: $18.29 – $23.03 / hourly
Originally posted on the Maryland Library Association listserv.
Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with bachelor’s degree awarded plus two years’ work experience utilizing basic technical skills that include computer use; or an equivalent combination of experience and training that has provided the knowledge, abilities and skills listed in the job description.
Application Process: Complete AACPL Employment Application Form. Upload cover letter, resume and completed application on AACPL’s Recruitment Page Recruitment (adp.com). Questions may be directed to humanresources@aacpl.net. All required application materials must be received no later than 4:00 p.m., March 3, 2023.
Position: PTH Foundation Administrative Assistant
Location: Anne Arundel County Public Library
Salary: $16.79 – $21.28 / hourly
Originally posted on the Maryland Library Association listserv.
Responsibilities: Performs gift-processing and administrative work in support of the Library’s Foundation. Work involves handling confidential information with discretion and includes timely and accurately recording gifts in The Raiser’s Edge/NXT cloud-based software. Provides support for ongoing development activities such as: constituent-record keeping, gift acknowledgement and account reconciliations, special events, direct mail, donor recognition and other fundraising programs of the Foundation as needed. Provides clerical support to the Foundation Board of Directors and Committees including minutes, preparing agenda packets, scheduling meetings, and maintaining accurate records and files by using cloud-based Board Effect software and MS SharePoint.
Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or equivalency program required, supplemented by at least two years successful administrative support work/volunteer experience in a foundation, non-profit organization, or marketing/public relations environment.
Application Process: Complete AACPL Employment Application Form. Upload cover letter, resume and completed application on AACPL’s Recruitment Page Recruitment (adp.com). Questions may be directed to humanresources@aacpl.net. All required application materials must be received no later than 4:00 p.m., February 28, 2023.
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