Two Positions: Maryland

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Position: Dean of Libraries and Instructional Resources
Location: Salisbury University (Salisbury, MD)
Posted: ALA Joblist

Description: Salisbury University (SU) is pleased to accept applications for the Dean of Libraries and Instructional Resources.

The Dean of Libraries and Instructional Resources supports the mission of Salisbury University by providing vision, leadership, management, and supervision for the University’s libraries. The dean fosters collaborative and creative relationships within the Libraries, across campus, and with other institutions and organizations to create a vibrant hub supporting teaching and learning, student and faculty success, and community engagement.

The Dean reports to the Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs and oversees faculty and staff in the following areas:

  • Collection Management
  • Access Services
  • Research/Instructional Services
  • External Library Relations
  • MakerLab
  • Dr. Ernie Bond Curriculum Resource Center
  • Nabb Research Center for Delmarva History and Culture (which includes University Archives, Special Collections, the Local History Archives, and the Perdue Museum/Archives)
  • Museum of Eastern Shore Culture at Salisbury University

In addition, the Dean has primary oversight of the Patricia R. Guerreri Academic Commons, which the Princeton Review named as a Top 10 “Best College Library” in the nation in 2024.

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SU’s core values include diversity and inclusion because we recognize and value the considerable educational benefits that can be gained from engaging with people and ideas from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. SU is committed to providing the campus with the tools and resources needed to ensure that SU is a welcoming and inclusive living and learning environment that prepares students to excel in a global workplace and in diverse communities.

Position: Librarian I, Children & Youth
Location: Enoch Pratt Free Library (Baltimore)
Posted: MLA Jobline
Salary: $46,946

Department: Neighborhood Library Services
Job Type: Full Time, Benefits Included

The Enoch Pratt Free Library has an immediate opening for a Children’s and Youth Librarian. Individuals who are passionate and eager to deliver services and programs to children and youth in the Neighborhood Library Services Division are encouraged to apply. All Pratt Library branches are within the Neighborhood Library Services (NLS) division.  This position reports to the branch manager.

This position will work on-site and a flexible work schedule including evenings and Saturdays, and may require work at other branches.

Summary of Duties: The summary of duties listed below is not exhaustive. Additional duties are dependent upon the needs of the hiring division.

  • Answer reference and information questions for all customers, with an emphasis on children and youth.
  • Plan and implement book-talks, storytelling, and school programs for specific age-level customers.
  • Perform reference and reader’s advisory services. Assist all customers with catalog, databases and other computer programs.
  • Recommend material for purchase. Prepare special reports on age-level activities.
  • Attend professional meetings, serve on committees and read professional literature. Maintain ongoing knowledge of age-level literature and developments in the field.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • MLS or MLIS from a college or university accredited by ALA.
  • Active Maryland Library Certification or able to obtain within 3 months of hire.
  • Intermediate proficiency with automated systems, electronic databases, and World Wide Web resources.
  • Intermediate level proficiency with MS Word.
  • Young Adult or Children’s subject specialty.
  • Physical Requirements: Physical exertion such as long periods of standing; or recurring activities such as bending, crouching, reaching; pushing loaded book trucks; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items such as boxes of books or journals.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to speak and work effectively with the public, especially youth. Knowledge of youth reading interests.
  • Commitment to and understanding of effective community library service in an urban environment.
  • Awareness of socio-economic conditions and trends affecting youth in urban areas.
  • Ability to plan, stimulate and implement age-level programs. Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office and automated databases.

Drug & Alcohol Testing: Those under final consideration for appointment may be required to submit to drug and alcohol testing.

Position of Trust: Those under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of and successfully complete a criminal conviction check.