Seven Positions: Maryland

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Position: Satellite Librarian – Baltimore
Location: Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals
Posted: LLSDC
Salary: $81,117-131,826

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals Library is currently accepting applications for a librarian position for Baltimore, MD. The Satellite Librarian reports directly to the Circuit Librarian and is a member of the Circuit Library’s team of librarians and support staff serving all judges and judiciary staff in the Fourth Circuit. The Satellite Librarian manages and maintains the library in Baltimore, MD, providing all library services, information, and materials required by federal circuit, district, magistrate, and bankruptcy judges located in the District of Maryland, as well as court staff, members of the bar, and the general public. 

Open Until Filled: Preference given to applications received by October 13, 2025.

Required Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) from an ALA accredited school of Library or Information Science.
• One (1) year of full-time specialized experience that provided an opportunity to acquire a thorough knowledge of the basic concepts, principles, policies, practices, and theories of library management.
• Proficiency using Westlaw, Lexis, Bloomberg Law, and other library research sources.
• Strong research, analytical, organizational, written communication, and oral communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills, a professional demeanor, and a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to travel and telework when necessary or assigned.

Preferred Qualifications
• A law degree (J.D., LL.M., S.J.D, or J.S.D.) from an accredited law school.
• At least two (2) years of law library experience.
• Skill in conducting training sessions or webinars and producing short training videos.
• Skill in using an integrated library system like SirsiDynix.
• Interest in civics and court history.

See the full job description and instruction on how to apply: https://www.ca4.uscourts.gov/docs/pdfs/2025-satellite-librarian-baltimore2.pdf?sfvrsn=6e10b309_8

Position: Humanities and Social Sciences Librarian (Open Rank)
Location: University of Maryland, College Park
Posted: MLA, ALA
Salary: $70,000-80,000

The Humanities and Social Science Librarian (HSSL) is a member of the HSSL unit and reports to the Head of HSSL. The successful candidate will serve as a Humanities and Social Sciences subject librarian with responsibilities for collections management, general reference, and subject area research consulting, library instruction and other learning engagements, outreach and engagement, and scholarly communications and research data services. A robust understanding of computational and data research methods such as those in the digital humanities, statistical data analysis and use methods, text mining, or other quantitative and qualitative methods relevant to social science and humanities fields is desirable. Exact liaison responsibilities will depend on the successful candidate’s experience, qualifications, and unit needs.

Additionally, the HSSL Librarian will develop programs benefiting their academic departments and scholarly communities to expand the Libraries’ research-related programs and services. Programming may focus on issues relevant to Humanities and/or Social Sciences in the following categories: information literacy, scholarly communication, digital humanities, open access, GIS, and more. Along with other subject librarians, the successful candidate is in a key position to help the University of Maryland Libraries define a role for subject librarians that will allow the Libraries to be more closely integrated into the entire educational and research process at the University of Maryland. The Humanities and Social Sciences Librarian will help envision and shape new approaches to faculty/library relationships.

The HSSL Librarian is an active member of the Research, Teaching, and Learning (RTL) department of the Research and Academic Services (RAS) division, contributing to departmental and divisional initiatives and leading specific projects in collaboration with colleagues and other units in the Libraries. The HSSL Librarian participates in developing and maintaining a departmental culture that is inclusive, equitable, diverse, customer-centered, and responsive to changes happening in academic libraries and higher education.

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:
    • Understanding of current and emerging trends in the assigned subject areas and in academic librarianship; knowledge of electronic resources and information technologies. The exact liaison responsibilities will be dependent on the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications and the unit’s needs.
    • Demonstrated experience with reference, instruction and collection development in humanities and social sciences.
    • Demonstrated experience with or demonstrated aptitude for working effectively and creatively with faculty and students.
    • Subject background in assigned disciplines demonstrated through academic degrees, course work, or substantive experience.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
    • Ability to provide instruction, reference support, research support, and other forms of communication in both an online and physical environment.
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills, and ability to produce published scholarship.
    • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
    • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to function independently and in groups, build and maintain relationships with partners and library staff, and the ability to provide exceptional services to a diverse clientele.
    • Demonstrated commitment to fostering a just, equitable, and inclusive workplace evidenced through work experience, education, professional development, professional service, and/or scholarship. Strong commitment to the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

PREFERENCES:

  • Education: Significant coursework, bachelor’s degree, or second advanced degree in related fields.
  • Experience:
    • Experience or aptitude for developing new teaching or research-based programs and services in the assigned disciplines with appeals to diverse audiences.
    • Experience or education in the areas of English literature, Philosophy, or area studies such as Latin American studies or related subjects.
    • Demonstrated knowledge of computational or data research methods, digital humanities, or data analysis in the humanities and/or social sciences
    • Experience with designing measures and assessments to determine value, experience with a variety of assessment tools.
    • Familiarity with major collections in assigned disciplines or other related fields (e.g., scholarly journals, databases, digital libraries, and other resources).
    • Knowledge of data management planning and/or data curation, visualization, scholarly communications, and open access tools.
    • One year of experience in an academic research library.
    • Evidence of teaching/instruction experience.
    • Evidence of ability to meet promotion and permanent status requirements of the University of Maryland at College Park Libraries.
    • Significant coursework, bachelor’s degree, or second advance degree in related fields

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Sedentary work involving remaining in place for long periods.
  • Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds
  • Possible travel across campus

Position: Open Data and Repository Services Librarian
Location: University of Maryland, College Park
Posted: MLA, ALA
Salary: $75,000-85,000

The University of Maryland Libraries seeks an Open Data and Repository Services Librarian to join the Open Scholarship Services (OSS) team, inaugurated in September 2022. The Open Data and Repository Services Librarian will work within the OSS team and across the Libraries and wider campus community to provide leadership on the changing landscape of open access, open data, and scholarly communication.

The Open Data and Repository Services Librarian will provide oversight for the day-to-day operations of the Digital Repository of the University at Maryland (DRUM) and promote use of the repository by the UMD community. This may involve establishing partnerships and workflows with departments, programs, and schools on campus to regularly or bulk deposit materials and form collections within the repository. In addition to the storage and publication of scholarly literature, electronic theses and dissertations, and other UMD research community outputs, DRUM is increasingly central to the implementation of the University of Maryland’s Equitable Access Policy as well as our efforts toward greater open data production and sharing.

As technologies and research funding requirements within the academic research community are rapidly changing, the Librarian will conduct research, stay abreast of developments, and participate in discussions on our campus and in the wider community to aid the University of Maryland in developing policy and infrastructure to support students and faculty in ethical open data production and publishing open research outputs through the repository.

Working at the intersection of scholarly communications and research data, we welcome applications for the Open Data and Repository Services Librarian from early career as well as established librarians with an interest in this space and a desire to aid our community in building innovative solutions to changing research funding requirements and evolving data and metadata standards.

Physical Demands: The position involves primarily sedentary work in an office setting with light to moderate noise.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, skills, and abilities):

  • Knowledge of trends in higher education, academic libraries, open research infrastructure and scholarly publishing.
  • Experience with metadata schemas and standards, such as Dublin Core
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and contribute to the technical development of digital projects
  • Experience with marketing, outreach, and community engagement
  • EDUCATION: Required Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from a graduate program accredited by the American Library Association or a non-US equivalent, or a graduate degree relevant to the position’s duties.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

  • Demonstrated record of research and/or publication in the field of data and scholarly communications
  • Awareness of FAIR Data principles and open data technologies and platforms
  • Experience developing educational resources and instructional materials related to research data or open data
  • Experience with digital repository platforms and content management systems, such as DSpace and Drupal
  • Past participation in professional organizations or conferences related to open repository management, such as COAR, Open Repositories, etc.
  • Teaching experience with teaching both in or outside of the classroom

Position: Juvenile Materials Selector, Librarian II
Location: Enoch Pratt Library (Baltimore)
Posted: MLA
Salary: $57,396-69,757

Department: State Library Resource Center
Location:  400 Cathedral Street Baltimore, MD 21201

The Enoch Pratt Library has an opening for a Juvenile Materials Selector, Librarian II in the Collection Development Department.  The Librarian chooses materials in all formats for the Enoch Pratt Free Library system and collaborates in the maintenance of the library’s extensive collections. The Collection Development Department comprises two sections, the Selection and Acquisitions Units.  The Librarian II Materials Selector works under the supervision of the Collection Development Department Manager.

The Enoch Pratt Free Library is the public library system for the city of Baltimore.  It consists of a Central Library, 19 branches, and a mobile unit that serves the city’s diverse neighborhoods and houses a collection of approximately 2.3 million volumes, including print and audio-visual products.

The position is located at the Central Library, which serves as the State Library Resource Center (SLRC) as well as the main branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library. Selection of library materials reflects and supports the mission of both.  The hours will be normal business hours on Monday through Friday.  This position can work remotely 1 day per week after 90 days of employment.

Summary of Duties:

  • Supports the educational and recreational needs of youth in Baltimore City and the State of Maryland by providing new materials in various formats for branch (NLS) and Central Library (SLRC) collections.
  • Identifies the needs and interests of a diverse school-age population and tracks trends in children’s and adult publishing.  
  • Assists with the purchase of new Adult level materials in a timely manner for Branch and Central library collections using both digital and print selection tools.
  • Identifies and monitors new titles by utilizing library-centric print and digital publications including newsletters, blogs and other trending resources.
  • Supports Library programming by ordering and tracking requests to ensure accurate and timely delivery of materials. 
  • Prepares replacement lists for assigned subject areas in fiction and nonfiction using the Collection Assessment and Replacement Schedule.  
  • Assists with evaluating, weeding, inventorying, and refreshing the Library’s collections, and partners with others to implement collection development initiatives.
  • Analyzes circulation and other data points via various electronic library analytics tools and reports in order to identify needs and interests of a diverse community.
  • Manages standing order plans from specialized vendors.
  • Administers materials budget for areas of selection responsibilities and tracks budget via provided reports and other tools.  
  • Interacts with vendor and publisher account representatives.
  • Reviews individual and publisher gifts for inclusion in Library collections.
  • Trains branch and departmental staff in collection management policies and procedures, including de-selection of materials.  
  • Maintains open communication with library staff. 
  • Works closely with other Collection Development and Technical Services Department staff to determine priorities, facilitate effective workflow, accomplish goals and resolve issues as they arise. 
  • Participates in Department and Division planning to support the Library’s strategic initiatives.
  • Serves on Library committees as appropriate and demonstrates interest and engagement in Library activities.  
  • Stays current on trends, knowledge, and skills through involvement in continuing education opportunities.
  • Participates in professional activities at the local, state, and national level as appropriate and demonstrates interest and engagement in library activities.  

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Masters in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university.
  • Public Librarian Certificate, or requirements necessary to apply for a Maryland Public Librarian Certificate, within 90 days of starting employment.
  • Two years’ experience in collection development in a library environment. 
  • Experience with children’s literature and childhood development.
  • Experience with MARC records and integrated library systems.
  • Experience in a public library and/or urban setting serving a diverse user population.
  • Experience with Google suite and Microsoft Office software.
  • Physical Requirements: Physical exertion such as 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with OCLC/WorldCat.
  • Experience with Ingram iPage and/or Baker and Taylor TS360
  • Experience with Sirsi/Dynix ILS.
  • Experience with BLUEcloud and Library IQ data analysis systems.
  • Reading knowledge of one or more foreign languages.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Skill with creating bibliographic lists and/or recommending titles for a library collection.
  • Experience in a large urban public library.  
  • Proficient in use of print, non-print, and electronic library resources.
  • Experience assisting customers with reader’s advisory.
  • Experience working with children and/or children’s literature in a school or public library.
  • Awareness of children’s cognitive and emotional development.
  • Knowledge of current publishing trends and collection development principles, practices, and concerns.  
  • Understanding of web-based bibliographic, acquisitions and library collection analytics tools
  • Experience with project planning and implementation in a library environment.  
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and others.  
  • Tactfully communicate effectively and respectfully, both verbally and in writing. 
  • Meet deadlines and quickly adapt to changing priorities.  
  • Able to read closely and perform detailed work.
  • Synthesize and utilize multiple streams of information.
  • Genuine curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning, with a broad range of interests and reading background.  

Position: Librarian II (Business, Science & Technology)
Location: Enoch Pratt Free Library (Baltimore)
Posted: MLA
Salary: $57,396-69,757

Department: State Library Resource Center
Location:  400 Cathedral Street Baltimore, MD 21201

The Enoch Pratt Free Library has an opening for a Librarian II for our Central Library location’s Business, Science, and Technology (BST) Department. Under the supervision of the BST Manager and in conjunction with the Deputy Chief of the State Library Resource Center (SLRC) and the Chief of the State Library Resource Center, the position assists in planning, administration, project management, public programs, and library staff training related to the Business, Science, and Technology Department. Excellent public service is a critical component of this position. This position works on-site and requires evening and weekend hours.

Summary of Duties:

  • In consultation with the Department Manager, is involved with planning and implementation of department objectives and long-term goal setting and problem solving, which includes the completion of appropriate Annual Plan initiatives.
  • Participates and responds to the SLRC and the Enoch Pratt Free Library Strategic Planning process.
  • Develops, plans and presents programs related to department subject matter for public and county libraries throughout the state, both online and in person.
  • Trains staff and volunteers, at the Pratt and from other Maryland county libraries.
  • Participates in SLRC Conferences at the department and Library level.
  • Contributes to the exploration of new technologies and their incorporation into library best practices.
  • Performs reference work at public service desk in department, at other service points throughout the Central Library, on telephone and via email, chat, or web conference. Provides bibliographic instruction to staff and the public. Advises library customers on specialized sources, subjects and collections.
  • Maintains the specialized collections in the department. Assists with maintaining the department’s collections of materials, often in coordination with the Collection Development Department, the Department Manager, and others.
  • Provides class visit orientations, as well as Maryland History Day programming and judging.
  • Takes part in library staff and professional meetings. Participates in committee work; represents the department at various meetings within and outside the Library.
  • Interprets library policy for staff and public.
  • Assumes responsibility for management of the Department in the absence of SLRC Manager.
  • Works in concert with the Department manager, library administrative staff and the Chief of the State Library Resource Center.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Masters in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university.
  • Public Librarian Certificate, or requirements necessary to apply for a Maryland Public Librarian Certificate, within 90 days of starting employment.
  • Two years of experience planning, programming and collection management experience in a public library.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Internet browsers, and social media.
  • Physical Requirements: Physical exertion such as 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Business and Science topics is highly desired.
  • Experience with developing presentations or training.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Demonstrated knowledge and use of automated systems, including databases, Internet and social media. Competence in use of Microsoft Office Suite required.
  • Stand for long periods, as well as perform recurring activities such as bending, crouching, reaching, pushing loaded book trucks, or lifting moderately heavy items such as boxes of books or journals.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with detailed work routines.
  • Support the Library’s diversity statement, as published on our website: https://www.prattlibrary.org/about-us/diversity-equity-inclusion
  • Public speaking skills required.
  • Must be able to travel independently to other parts of the state for programming.
  • Wide general reading background and interest in the subject matter in the Maryland Department.
  • Interest in working closely with people and support the mission of the library and our diversity, equity, and inclusion statements.
  • This position requires evening and weekend hours.

Position: Library Branch Manager (Arbutus, White Marsh)
Location: Baltimore County Public Library
Posted: MLA, ALA
Salary: $99,026 starting

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 per week. All library branch staff will be required to work evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays throughout the year as part of the normal work schedule.

Job Summary:

  • Under the general direction of the Regional Customer Experience Manager, the Library Branch Manager is responsible for the overall leadership and daily operations of a public library branch. This includes oversight of circulation, collection development, information services, programming, and community outreach.
  • The Library Branch Manager oversees branch operations (programs and services) by setting goals, implementing policies, and evaluating outcomes to improve performance. They ensure compliance with regulations, recommend process improvements, and contribute to system-wide planning as a confidential member of the management team.
  • The Library Branch Manager leads and supports a diverse team, ensuring staff are engaged, trained, and aligned with the library system’s values and service priorities. They will direct and approve the planning, prioritizing, assigning, supervising, training, and review the work of a diverse workforce. They will act as a resource and provide direction, guidance, and leadership to staff and will advise on the more complex and sensitive concerns and issues. They may select, direct, and manage the work of contractors and consultants.
  • The Library Branch Manager fosters a welcoming, inclusive, and high-performing branch culture that reflects community needs and advances system-wide goals. They serve as the primary point of contact for resolving customer, staff and facility issues, and represent the branch in leadership groups and cross functional initiatives.
  • Through strategic planning, collaboration, and a strong customer service orientation, the Library Branch Manager ensures high-quality library experiences that support learning, connection and equitable access for all community members.

Core Competencies and Key Responsibilities:

  • Leadership & Organizational Culture
    • Cultivates a culture of curiosity, innovation, collaboration, accountability, and belonging across the organization.
    • Models and upholds standards for internal and external customer service excellence.
    • Leads through collaboration, team building, and consultation; mentors, coaches, and models these behaviors for others.
    • Inspires resilience, strategic thinking, and solution-focused approaches among staff.
    • Creates a work environment that fosters continuous improvement, values teamwork, and supports strong employee morale.
    • Collaborates with branch and department managers and administration to provide overall system leadership.
    • Models continuous learning through seminars, workshops, professional affiliations, and other means to stay current with emerging trends.
    • Champions diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility initiatives within the branch and broader library system.
    • Fosters a positive and inclusive workplace culture by engaging in labor relations efforts, such as participating in collective bargaining negotiations and/or serving on the Labor Management Committee.
    • Serves as a Change Agent, showing adaptability and creative thinking in managing change, resolving challenges, and improving services.
  • Staff Management & Development
    • Leads and supports a diverse team of direct and indirect reports, fostering collaboration and high performance.
    • Hires, trains, supervises, mentors, coaches, and holds management staff accountable to performance expectations and makes recommendations for all levels of discipline and terminations. Oversees recruitment, onboarding, training, development, supervision, and evaluation of all branch staff. Encourages and supports continuous staff development.
    • Sets and monitors performance expectations and customer service goals collaboratively with branch management and system leadership.
    • Evaluates management staff performance, develops Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), determines merit salary increases, fosters professional growth, and initiates corrective actions when necessary.
    • May serve as BCPL’s representative in mediations and arbitrations. Addresses and resolves staff concerns and grievances promptly and effectively.
    • Facilitates regular one-on-one and group staff meetings to communicate priorities, gather feedback, and promote team cohesion.
    • Develops and maintains comprehensive knowledge of library policies and procedures, serving as a resource and guide to staff and customers.
  • Operations & Facility Management
    • Oversees and is responsible for all daily branch operations.
    • Manages building issues, security incidents, customer concerns, and staff emergencies.
    • Ensures delivery of high-quality library services and resources that meet community needs through collaboration with staff and external partners.
    • Performs essential customer service, librarian and circulation functions as needed.
    • Develops, administers, assists, and monitors budgets; develops justifications for budgetary recommendations and/or adjustments; participates in forecasting additional funds for staffing and resources; identifies, obtains, and manages funding from grants and community partners; participates in the interpretation, negotiation, management, and enforcement of contracts; coordinates the finalization of budgets to ensure timely submissions of the department budget.
    • Manages branch facilities, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and functionality, and coordinates maintenance and repair requests.
    • Partners with Chief Operating Officer to identify short-term and long-term capital priorities, offering strategic input on design and implementation.
    • Ensures compliance with all health, safety, and security regulations and library system policies.
  • Programming & Community Engagement
    • Collaborates with branch management and community organizations to ensure library services reflect and meet community interests and needs.
    • Collaborates with the Chief External Affairs Officer to develop partnerships with schools, local agencies, and community groups to promote library services and programs.
    • In collaboration with the Senior Manager of Partnerships and Public Programs, conducts community needs assessments to guide program development and resource allocation.
    • Advocates for the library at public forums and community events.

Position: Director, Loyola Notre Dame Library
Location: Loyola University Maryland and Notre Dame of Maryland University
Posted: ALA
Salary: $150,000-185,000

The Loyola/Notre Dame Library and its constituent universities, Loyola University Maryland and Notre Dame of Maryland University, invite nominations and applications for the position of Director of the Loyola/Notre Dame Library. This is an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial leader to continue building on a unique library model known for collaboration and innovation, partnering with two scholarly communities to provide the most up-to-date services and information resources to the universities.

The Loyola/Notre Dame Library (LNDL), located in beautiful, residential northern Baltimore City, serves as the library for Loyola University Maryland and Notre Dame of Maryland University and is a member of the University System of Maryland and Affiliated Institutions (USMAI). Loyola University Maryland, a member of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU), is recognized for excellence in teaching and learning, and Notre Dame of Maryland University is a comprehensive university that offers bachelor’s degrees, certificates, graduate, and professional programs. The Library serves the needs of both institutions by complementing and accentuating their strengths. The Library serves a total student population of 6,826 FTE, which includes 4,433 FTE at Loyola and 2,393 FTE at Notre Dame. The state-of-the-art facility has become a destination for students, faculty, staff, and community members and is a frequent host to major campus events and celebrations.

The Library Director administers the overall operation of the Loyola Notre Dame Library, Inc., an independent 501(c)(3). Reporting to the provosts of the two universities and a Board of Directors, the Director leads the Library in key initiatives: leading ongoing strategic planning; fostering collaboration on and beyond the campuses; engaging the Library in the academic and intellectual life of both universities; advancing the use of innovative technology in teaching and research; and working externally to help support and represent the Library locally, regionally, and nationally. This position represents an exceptional opportunity for a creative library leader with a history of decisive, innovative, and effective leadership, including managing fiscal, programmatic, facilities, and personnel needs. Successful candidates will have an understanding and appreciation of the unique partnership between Loyola University Maryland and Notre Dame of Maryland University and will have the capacity to transform and lead within both. The ability to work effectively in a collaborative and diverse workplace is critical.

Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be sent via the link below. Electronic submission of materials is strongly encouraged. The target salary range for this role is $150,000 to $185,000 and will be commensurate with experience. LNDL offers an excellent benefits package that includes generous vacation and sick leaves, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance as well as TIAA retirement. All positions at LNDL are eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.