Position: Teaching and Learning Librarian (Open Rank – Faculty)
Location: University of Maryland Libraries, College Park
Posted: ALA
Salary: $70,000-80,000

Reporting to the Head of Teaching and Learning Services, the Teaching and Learning Librarian provides leadership in information literacy instruction for the Academic Writing Program (ENGL101), a cornerstone of the Libraries’ instructional efforts. This position focuses on developing innovative, active learning experiences and collaborative teaching strategies that empower students to engage deeply with research and critical thinking. The librarian designs and implements sustainable learning objects, participates in information literacy initiatives, and partners with campus units to promote student success. The position also contributes to reference services, develops online learning materials that support inclusive, engaged learning environments across the Libraries, and provides mentorship to Master in Library and Information Sciences (MLIS) students through the UMD Libraries’ Research and Teaching Fellowship.

Physical Demands:

• Dexterity and endurance to work at a computer.
• Physical and mental endurance to teach multiple information literacy instruction sessions. Retrieve and handle instruction materials and operate presentation equipment to ensure that sessions run effectively.

Preferences:

• Familiarity with student-centered and engaged pedagogy in a higher education context.
• Basic knowledge of tools for creating accessible e-learning objects and experience using course management systems like Canvas or Blackboard.
• Interest in mentoring or supporting peers, new professionals, or MLIS students.
• Advanced degree in Education or other related subject area
• One year of experience in an academic library setting, particularly in teaching information literacy or related public services.
• Experience or familiarity with assessment practices, including developing and implementing learning outcomes and evaluating instructional effectiveness.
• Experience working with faculty or academic units to integrate library instruction into the curriculum, as demonstrated by internships or coursework.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution or a non-USA equivalent or a graduate degree relevant to the position’s duties.
• Experience:
  • Experience or demonstrated potential in information literacy instruction, with a focus on student-centered and active learning approaches.
  • Experience or demonstrated potential in creating learning objects (e.g., tutorials, videos, or research guides) to support teaching and learning.
  • Experience providing reference services or demonstrated aptitude for public services in an academic or related setting.
  • Ability to collaborate with diverse audiences, including students, faculty, and staff, as demonstrated through coursework, internships, or professional activities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with trends in higher education, including the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education.
• Knowledge of online learning techniques, with the ability to create tutorials, instructional videos, or other learning objects to support student engagement.
• Familiarity with concepts of instructional design, engaged pedagogy, and student-centered teaching practices, with a demonstrated willingness to apply these concepts in teaching or projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to reflective practice and professional development, as demonstrated by participation in professional development, service activities, or coursework.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, with examples from coursework, projects, or volunteer work.

Faculty Requirements: This position is appointed to Library 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. For additional information on faculty status at the University of Maryland Libraries, consult: http://www.president.umd.edu/policies/2014-ii-100b.html .

Best Consideration Date: March 18, 2025

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Position: Youth & Family Engagement Librarian
Location: Baltimore County Public Library
Posted: MLA
Salary: $49,999

At BCPL, staff members have the opportunity to enrich individual lives and build strong communities by delivering exceptional customer experiences, establishing meaningful partnerships, and creating innovative learning spaces. We seek enthusiastic, open-minded, self-motivated individuals who can work well independently and with others. BCPL circulates over 10 million items and provides library services through its 19 branches, 4 mobile library vehicles, and an extensive outreach network. If you are forward thinking and passionate about public service, consider joining BCPL in this position.

Schedule: This is a full time position working 40 hours a week. All library staff may be required to work evenings, Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year as part of the normal work schedule.

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Youth and Family Engagement Mobile Administrator, assists youth, families and caregivers with their diverse library needs. Provides information, materials advisory, and technology assistance and performs various collection and circulation duties. The majority of work takes place on outreach vehicles. Demonstrates a commitment to expanding quality services for youth and families in Baltimore County, strong leadership skills and good judgement. Leads programs and outreach events. Regularly serves as Librarian in Charge.

Essential Functions: Functions listed are intended as illustrations of the various types of work performed.  The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Public Service and Outreach
  • Guides youth, family and caregivers in selecting appropriate materials for reading/viewing/listening.
  • Plans and presents programs and outreach events based on operational needs of the department from individual to group instruction covering all age groups, both in-person and virtually.
  • Assists customers at their point of need to find answers to a broad range of questions ,using appropriate resources and making relevant referrals.
  • Assists customers with navigating website and searching databases.
  • Assists customers with using library computers, including navigating online resources and using desktop software.
  • Builds and maintains relationships with diverse community partners, government agencies and other youth-serving organizations that share a common mission.
  • Drives outreach vehicles.
• Technology
  • Uses technology to serve customers and to streamline workflow; provides technology-related instruction.
  • Creates/manages library customer accounts, including accepting, managing and negotiating payments (cash and electronic).
• Collection
  • Performs collection maintenance duties on the outreach vehicles and keeps the collection orderly including shelving, merchandising, and shelf-reading.
  • Processes all material types and devices.
  • Merchandises and maintains the library’s shared collection.
  • Uses the library’s website or catalog to search, locate and reserve an item in the library’s catalog or from other library systems and performs basic materials advisory.
• Other
  • Serves as the librarian-in-charge; includes de-escalation, handling customer issues, responding to vehicle problems, addressing and documenting security incidents, and providing follow-up to department management, as needed.
  • Prepares daily schedules under the direction of the Department Manager or Mobile Engagement Administrator, as needed.
  • Must be able to meet scheduling requirements by arriving to work on time and staying until the end of one’s shift.
  • Must be able to work evenings and weekends and be flexible with one’s work schedule to meet daily operational requirements.
  • Must have access to transportation, as needed, to fulfill the responsibilities of the position (including meetings, events and activities at branch locations or offsite).
  • Other duties as assigned.

Bargaining Unit Status: Eligible

Job Requirements:

• Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.
  • Successful completion of the Library Associates Training Institute (LATI) within two (2) years of date of hire, -or- 90 hours towards MLS from and ALA accredited school within two (2) years of date of hire with completion of MLS within three (3) years.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience of customer service.
  • Must be able to use various software and other technology to perform essential duties and assist customers.
  • Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. and push/pull a wheeled cart weighing up to 100 lbs.
  • Must be able to bend, kneel, crouch and stretch for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time and mover throughout the mobile unit.
  • Must be able to read small print.

For best consideration: Apply by March 17, 2025.

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Position: Reference & Instruction Librarian
Location: Prince George’s Community College
Posted: LinkedIn
No salary provided

The Reference and Instruction Librarian provides information literacy instruction, reference help, tutoring, and technology assistance to students, faculty, staff, and community members. The position supports the systems of the Library and Learning Centers. The Reference and Instruction Librarian has the ability to use varying styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace, and is part of a team working together to enhance students’ academic success, persistence, and completion.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library program or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in library/information science from an ALA-accredited program.
• 1 year of Library experience required. Academic library experience preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Interact and help patrons (students, faculty, staff, and guests) in identifying, locating, and accessing information on-campus and online via LibAnswers and Zoom
• Develop, teach, and assess information literacy in various environments at various college locations including one-time visits to classes and in-person or online presentations
• Support the discovery, promotion, and management of the library collection
• Carry out special projects promoting the Learning Commons and its resources
• Collaborate with classroom faculty to plan library instruction sessions
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Mastery of course content
• Ability to provide service to diverse populations using a student-centered approach
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff
• Ability to plan, deliver and assess effective instruction
• Ability to teach in face to face, remote and online modalities, as needed
• Ability to effectively use instructional technology (Internet, instructional software, learning management system, videoconferencing, etc.).
• Critical thinking, organization, and conflict management skills
• Research skills (where appropriate)
• Time management, planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Problem-solving and analytical ability
• Ability to teach in non-traditional formats (online, remote, hybrid) and settings (off-campus, weekends, evenings and accelerated).
• Ability to teach core introductory courses and general education courses

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions maybe required. Occasionally the ability to physically move and lift materials 5-25 pounds maybe required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• 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.
• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.