Position: Head of Public Services
Location: Thurgood Marshall Library, Bowie State University
Salary: $60,000 – $70,000

Full vacancy announcement available on ALA Joblist.

Bring your leadership skills to Bowie State University’s Thurgood Marshall Library! Our library seeks a forward-thinking Head of Public Services Librarian to lead, coordinate, and administer the library’s Public Services Department encompassing circulation, reference, library instruction, interlibrary loan, and outreach services. This is a 12-month, benefits-eligible position that is supervised by the Dean of the Library.

Bowie State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to the mission of access.

Job Purpose

The Head of Public Services Librarian supervises Thurgood Marshall Library’s Public Services Departments (Circulation, Reference and Interlibrary Loan). This position also provides reference service to faculty, students, and other library users. This position is also directly responsible for hiring, training, and supervising student circulation employees, and manages the circulation and reference desk schedules. The Head of Public Services Librarian also assists with library programming, supports library outreach efforts to Bowie State University and the Bowie community, and manages stacks maintenance, inventory, and collection development with the support of the Dean of Library.

This position requires a strong commitment to service and problem-solving skills. The Head of Public Services Librarian is responsible for insuring consistently high service to library users by establishing, documenting, and applying library policies and procedures; training and supervising professional staff and student employees; and working with other Colleges and Departments and issues relating to security, facilities, and use of the library.

Roles & Responsibilities:

The Thurgood Marshall Library at Bowie State University seeks an innovative Manager of Public Services to provide leadership for the daily operational activities of the Library’s Access Service Department which includes staff management, facilities, equipment, and collections maintenance, resource sharing services, and user support services. Under the direction of the Dean of the Library, the incumbent works collaboratively with internal and external partners to support users’ needs in a continuously evolving academic environment. Essential duties are listed below.

Leadership, Management, and Team Building

• Creates an environment where team members are empowered to work individually, collaboratively, and collectively towards achieving departmental and Library goals.
• Oversees the hiring, support and training of access and circulation services staff, including facilitating access to appropriate development opportunities.
• Contributes to developing, executing, and evaluating department and Library-wide goals
• Develops, recommends and administers policies, procedures and processes in support of the Access Services operations.
• Creates and maintains departmental training guides, manuals and online materials.
• Communicates with the Dean of the Library and Academic IT leadership teams regarding public services operations.
• Prepares narrative and statistical reports.
• Advances diversity, equity, inclusion for all library workers and users.

Public Services Responsibility:

• With the Circulation and Reference Service Staff, direct the day-to-day work of the Public Service team and ensure library opening and closing, as well as staff coverage at the circulation and reference services desk during the library’s operational hours.
• Provides guidance to the Bowie State University community in the use of library resources and services, facilities, equipment, and technology; troubleshoots technical problems and equipment issues.
• Assists patrons with complaints, concerns, and other service-related requests, escalating to Library leadership as appropriate.
• Oversees lending of physical materials and technological equipment.
• Serves as fulfillment and user accounts administrator for a variety of library systems
• Manages vendor accounts, billing, and communications for security, library equipment, applications, and other services used by Access Services.
• Manages and updates content on Public Services-related webpages and libguides.
• Collects and analyzes statistics, ensuring consistent and accurate recording.
• Fields reference inquiries via email, text, chat, phone and participates in the Thurgood Marshall Library’s Ask-A-Librarian service.
• Explores emerging technologies and service models and leads the department in evaluating and implementing new services when appropriate.

Physical Collections, Public Spaces and Facility Responsibility:

• Ensures a safe and scholarly research environment for library staff, users, and resources.
• Assist with assessing, planning, managing, relocating, and maintaining the stacks and furnishings.
• Oversees shelving operations, collaborating with the library leadership team to analyze physical collections statistics for related space considerations, plans and justifications.
• Maintains and updates library wayfinding and operations-related signage.
• Communicates Library operational changes with Library and Academic IT stakeholders and users.
• Monitors the custodial and maintenance of the public spaces and initiates appropriate action with Academic IT administration and university facilities regarding any issues with furniture, equipment, classrooms, and public library spaces.
• Collaborates with Academic IT Administration to ensure staff and patron safety issues are proactively prevented and building safety security issues are also addressed.
• Maintains and updates emergency preparedness and disaster recovery plans for the library collections and public spaces.

Resource Sharing Services Responsibility:

• Oversees resource sharing services operations, serves as the administrator for resource sharing platforms (ILLiad, DOCLINE, OCLC Worldcat, etc.) and implements software updates.
• Oversees accounts, billing and payments for services rendered.
• Collects data and prepares usage and other reports for Library leadership.
• Organizes and monitors the workload and staffing to provide user-responsive services.
• Maintains online user guides and coordinates the resource sharing web presence as part of public services.
• Explores trends in technology and resource sharing; collaborates with internal departments and the resource sharing community to develop, implement, and evaluate continuous improvement and integration of resource sharing and other Library and discovery systems.

On-site Position:

This position involves moderate exposure to normal stress and pressures typical of a department head-level management position.

Shift changes and evening/weekend work may be required based on evolving priorities, operational needs, and time-sensitive activities.

BSU offers a generous benefits package, which includes vacation days, holidays, and sick days. This also includes tuition remission including eligible dependents; choice of medical/vision plans, CareFirst BC/BS, United Health Care and Kaiser plans, dental, prescription, and life insurance, training and development, EAP; and as eligible generous leave package including sick/bereavement, annual, personal; and winter and spring breaks.

APPLICATION: Interested and qualified applicants should go to https://bowiestate.peopleadmin.com/ to apply online. Paper application submissions will not be considered.

Office of Human Resources
Bowie State University
14000 Jericho Park Road
Bowie, MD 20715

Bowie State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities are available upon request. Please contact the University’s EEO Officer at 301-860-3442.

In accordance with the Cleary Act of 2000, you are advised to contact the Bowie State University Campus Police Office for Disclosure of Criminal Incidents that occur on our campus.

Qualifications:

• ALA-accredited Master’s in Library Science or the equivalent.
• Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
• Experience in circulation services, particularly using Ex Libris Alma/Primo software.
• Experience with interlibrary loan services, particularly using ILLiad, Docline, or OCLC Worldcat.
• Experience searching online bibliographic databases such as PubMed/MEDLINE, CINAHL, Scopus or Web of Science.
• Experience providing reference or 1-1 instruction in an academic and/or health sciences library setting.
• Aptitude for project management, organization, prioritization, coordination, and implementation.
• Aptitude for learning and troubleshooting software/hardware systems efficiently and thoroughly.
• Familiarity with Springshare LibApps platform (LibGuides, LibAnswers, etc.).

Experience:

• This position involves moderate exposure to normal stress and pressures typical of a department head-level management position.
• Shift changes and evening/weekend work may be required based on evolving priorities, operational needs, and time-sensitive activities.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in an academic or research library.
• Minimum 2 years of experience directly assisting users in a public, academic, or research library.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
• Demonstrated high level of comfort and proficiency with technology.
• Familiarity with best practices, trends, and assessment strategies related to information literacy instruction.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Demonstrated commitment to and/or clearly articulated philosophy on the role of library services in fostering student success.
• Previous teaching experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with library marketing, outreach and/or advocacy preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to schedule, supervise, train and evaluate staff.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with a diverse population of students, faculty, clinicians, and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, prioritize, and resolve problems quickly and effectively, including handling complex and sensitive patron and staff issues with patience, diplomacy, respect, and discretion.
• Demonstrated experience using database or library management software and applications.
• Proficiency with new technologies and computer applications, including but not limited to office software (MS Office), scanners, project management and communications platforms, web searching platforms, team communications platforms, and learning management systems/customer relationship management/content management system-type platforms.

Conditions of Employment:

Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of due diligence background check and verification of credentials. Proof of US citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment will be required prior to employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986).

Please be advised, COVID-19 vaccinations are not required but encouraged for all eligible students, faculty and staff to be employed at Bowie State University. This protocol is subject to change.

Position: Branch Manager
Location: Prince George’s County Memorial Library System
Salary: $76,426 – $81,000

Full vacancy announcement available on ALA Joblist.

Prince George’s County Memorial Library System (PGCMLS) is seeking Branch Managers to oversee daily operations at the Bowie, Hyattsville, and Oxon Hill branch locations in Maryland.

As a Branch Manager, you will:

• Oversee daily operations of the library branch (projects and initiatives, branch procedures, administrative tasks, Sunday Service, computer lab, special collections, etc.).
• Supervise library branch staff; monitor and evaluate job performance; and oversee staff training and development.
• Collaborate with Talent and Culture on the issues of hiring, discharge, suspension, disciplinary action, performance evaluations, and the grievance process.
• Provide reference, reader’s advisory, and computer assistance to library customers and provide instruction on the use of library catalog and databases.
• Oversee library information and circulation services desk.
• Initiate and maintain community contacts and represent the Library in the community.
• Promote library services and collections to library customers.
• Oversee programming for library customers, as needed.
• Establish customer service priorities and coordinate services and activities in response to these priorities.
• Maintain accurate statistics.
• Act as Branch Friends liaison.
• Oversee security guard procedures and practices.
• Report and follow up on building maintenance issues.
• Substitute in other branches.
• Monitor and follow professional and community developments affecting the library field and seeks to continually improve performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master of Library Science degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program.
• Maryland Professional Public Librarian certificate within six-months of hire.
• Three to five years of professional library experience that includes three years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices, and methods.
• Experience working in a labor/management environment highly preferred.
• Knowledge of current trends and developments in the field of public library services, customer service, technology, information services, adult services, youth services, as assigned.
• Considerable knowledge of literature, reference and information materials, publishers, and periodicals required.
• Strong written and verbal communication as well as customer service skills.
• Excellent organization, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to change.
• Planning and goal setting skills a must.
• Additional Information:
• To be considered for these positions, click below submit an online application and resume, or visit us online at http://www.pgcmls.info.
• Salary is competitive based on experience. Earn an additional rate for bilingual skills.
• Candidates for the Hyattsville Branch must have bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.
• Candidates selected for hire will be required to work some evenings and weekends.
• Teleworking is available up to two days per week, after completion of probationary period.

Position: Knowledge Management Specialist II or III
Location: Henry Jackson Foundation of Medicine
Salary: $72,400 – $138,900

Full vacancy announcement available on ALA Joblist.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF’s support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

HJF is seeking a Knowledge Management Specialist II or III to support the Center for Global Health Engagement (CGHE) located at the Rockledge Office in Bethesda, MD. HJF provides scientific, technical and programmatic support services to CGHE.

The incumbent will serve as the knowledge management (KM) expert, leading and facilitating the development and implementation of knowledge management processes. The incumbent provides administrative project oversight to maximize the effective use of project resources for CGHE. The KM Specialist works on complex problems and identifies and proposes solutions. The incumbent will work closely with CGHE’s Liaison to the Office of the Joint Staff Surgeon, and project teams to guide impact measurement and research activities for CGHE.

The mission of CGHE is to provide operational support to the DoD GHE enterprise to meet national security objectives. This is accomplished by promoting DoD GHE thought leadership, acting as a think tank for the community, and providing DoD GHE operational support to the Joint Force through the conduct of DoD GHE training and education, support for DoD GHE-related research, programmatic support, as well as program/project assessment, monitoring, and evaluation activities.

Responsibilities
Level II

• Identifies and develops strategic solutions to build capacity through KM efforts in support of the Center’s strategic plan.
• Assists with the development and maintenance of internal and external KM strategies, including tools and processes (i.e. governance documents, standard operating procedures etc.).
• Researches, identifies, and provides strategic, structural, and technical recommendations on how to create and sustain solutions that address knowledge management gaps within CGHE and across the wider DoD GHE enterprise.
• Monitors the effectiveness, maintenance, and use of KM programs and systems and utilizes findings to improve knowledge solutions over time.
• Assists in the creation of knowledge articles, standard operating procedures, job aids, and work instructions.
• Identifies, collects, reviews, and organizes documents and relevant knowledge in a repository accessible to all required personnel.
• Leverages content management systems (e.g. SharePoint, Google Drive, etc.) to facilitate data storage and retrieval.
• Provides coaching and training on knowledge management matters and promotes a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Utilizes best practices to ensure knowledge is organized in a manner that supports maximum findability.
• Works with senior management and key stakeholders to identify critical knowledge gaps and opportunities.
• In collaboration with the Communications Specialist, promotes and disseminates information about GHE activities to internal and external audiences, including organizing knowledge-sharing events and tools to foster unity.
• Oversees the requirements set forth by the Federal Lead and Program Manager by initiating and monitoring tasks; Facilitates regular, recurring team meetings and manages weekly due outs/deliverables.
• Contributes to strategic planning. Works with project stakeholders, including senior federal personnel and other team members, to ensure detailed business and technical requirements are defined to ensure success. Develops and manages project plans from inception to deployment, applying project management methodology and enforcing best practice standards.
• Interacts with project stakeholders by facilitating information flow as a liaison between research staff, Principal Investigators, project sponsors, research administrators and HJF Program Management in the administration of knowledge management processes. Applies expertise in establishing more complex standard operating procedures and leading improvements. Responds to complex requests and escalated complaints.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for the role.
• Level III

All of the responsibilities listed above in addition to leading the project management efforts for CGHE KM deliverables.
Supervisory Responsibilities

Works under the direct supervision of the Program Manager with regular programmatic and technical guidance from the Principal Investigator. The incumbent will supervise the work of the HJF Knowledge Management team. Work is evaluated in accordance with HJF policies including, but not limited to, results achieved towards established goals and requirements, effectiveness, timeliness, application of sound business practices, and efficient use of resources.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of program or project management principles preferred, and good communications, customer/client relationship skills and people management experience.
• Familiarity with assessing information-seeking behavior and knowledge cycles in order to gauge direction for customized knowledge management solutions.
• Ability to work completely independently, use sound judgment in solving problems, and coordinate many complex systems and requirements simultaneously.
• Outstanding attention to detail combined with creativity and initiative, with the ability to thrive in an environment of high expectations and driven by a growth mindset.
• Proven success in a cross-functional position, including strong interpersonal and relationship management skills to ensure collaboration and continuous learning.
• Experience with quantitative analysis, statistics, and/or data modeling preferred.
• Knowledge of DoD structure, Combatant Commands, and Military Health System preferred.

Qualifications

Work Environment

This position will take place primarily in a office setting.
Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Business, Government, Information Technology, or Information and Library Science. Master’s Degree preferred
• Level II – 3-5 years of experience required
• Level III – 6-8 years of experience required

Compensation

The likely salary range for this position is $72,400 USD to $138,900 USD annually based on a 40-hour work week. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final salary will be determined based on market analysis, experience, and education.
Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Position: Grants and Philanthropic Librarian
Location: Enoch Pratt Free Library
Salary: $53,065

Full vacancy announcement available on ALA Joblist.

The Pratt Library is accepting applications for a Grants and Philanthropic Resources Librarian for the Business Science and Technology (BST) Department of Enoch Pratt Free Library which also serves as the State Library Resource Center (SLRC).

Under the direction of the managing supervisor of the Business Science and Technology Department and in coordination with the Deputy Chief of the State Library Resource Center, the Grants and Philanthropic Resources Librarian works with the Library Grants Collection (print & digital) developing outreach, training, programming and networking statewide.

The successful candidate will have experience in developing outreach services to the library community, an understanding of the basic needs of customers seeking grants related reference assistance, and comfort in developing and presenting training programs for the public and library staff statewide.

The summary of duties listed below is not exhaustive. Additional duties are dependent upon the needs of the hiring department/division.

• Provide access to grant and foundation information, circulating and reference materials, training, and outreach services to Library customers in Central Library and throughout our 21 neighborhood locations. Customers include Maryland public libraries, governmental organizations, and nonprofits.
• The ideal candidate for this position will be expected to reflect Pratt’s DEI principals to both internal and external customers. Research and select materials in a variety of formats relating to general grant development and foundation information.
• Answer customer’s reference requests for information concerning grants and foundation information and provide consultation services to customers conducting grants and foundation research.
• Develop an annual budget for the Collection and evaluate the Collection’s programs and performance in an outcomes based environment.
• Submit a monthly report to the Chief of the State Library Resource Center.
• Responsible for the Collection’s web presence and utilizing technology to reach a broad and diverse customer base.
• Serve as the Library’s liaison with the Foundation Center in Washington DC in the Library’s role as a Foundation Center Cooperating Collection.
• Attend professional conferences, general staff meetings, and staff development training opportunities.
• Provide a full complement of reference desk and telephone service hours delivering reference and research support to EPFL/SLRC customers on a regular and as needed basis.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

MLS or MLIS degree from an ALA accredited college or university. Two years of increasingly responsible planning, programming, public speaking, and networking experience in a public library setting.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast
paced environment. Ability to work in concert with management and administrative colleagues.
Ability to maintain an atmosphere of confidentiality as required. Knowledge and experience with automated systems and the Microsoft software suite and emerging technologies.

Certification: Current or eligibility for MD Librarian Certification within 90 days of hire.

Position: Librarian Supervisor I/Branch Mgr
Location: Enoch Pratt Free Library
Salary: $70,509

Full vacancy announcement available on ALA Joblist.

The Enoch Pratt Free Library’s Neighborhood Library Services Division (NLS) is in search of passionate and dedicated individuals to fill the position of Neighborhood Branch Manager (Librarian Supervisor I) at our Edmondson Ave and Herring Run locations.

• Edmondson Ave. branch (EDM) is located in Edmondson Village and serves the Allendale and Rognel Heights communities. This vibrant, majority African-American neighborhood is a lively destination for teens, families, and seniors with a median household income of approximately $45,000. With approximately 6-8 branch team members, this community anchor has free outdoor wifi, community meeting rooms, social impact programs (Peer Recovery and Social Worker in the Library, etc.) as well as the traditional library resources (collections, programs, etc.)

• Herring Run branch (HRR) is located adjacent to Erdman Shopping Center and serves the Belair-Edison community. The Herring Run branch has a history of strong community presence and a high level of trust with neighborhood residents. With a median income of approximately $50,000 and an 86% African-American community served by the branch has evolved and diversified, an increasing number of households have sought to build their own small, at-home businesses. HRR has free outdoor wifi, community meeting room, job and career resources, as well as the traditional library resources.

Enoch Pratt Free Library employees may be required to work in any branch in the library systems and can be moved from one branch to another as need dictates. This position does include traveling to branch locations and flexibility on work location is a must. Public service is a priority.

The Summary of duties listed is not exhaustive.

The ideal candidate is an experienced, effective leader with exceptional communication skills and a passion for serving the whole person. Serve as the library’s ambassador in the community, creating and supporting strategic partnerships, coaching and developing staff while maintaining an environment of respect and accountability.

Under the supervision of the NLS Deputy Chief, the Librarian Supervisor I:

• Leads the branch team members in providing the highest quality, responsive service to all internal and external customers.
• Builds and maintains collaborative relationships within the neighborhood/community, schools, non-profits, etc. by establishing the branch as a community hub that supports civic engagement.
• Committed to participating in the transformation of digital information and access to programs/activities that addresses community needs.

Requirements

A Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited college or university is required. Three years successful library experience, including reference work in related or allied field(s) and in an administrative capacity. Strong supervisory experience is a must.

Position: Library Services Specialist, Interlibrary Lending
Location: University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Salary: $41,944 – $41,944

Full vacancy announcement available on ALA Joblist.

UMBC’s Albin O. Kuhn Library and Gallery is seeking a customer-focused and detail-oriented Library Services Specialist to provide essential support to our users and partner libraries with high-quality interlibrary loan, document delivery and course reserves services.

Under the supervision of the Head of Interlibrary Loan and Course Reserves, the Interlibrary Lending Specialist processes lending requests to satisfy agreements with partner libraries and institutions.

Responsibilities:

• Queries national and local online databases and library catalogs, as well as Internet and reference sources, to search and verify bibliographic references.
• Communicates professionally with partner libraries as needed to clarify requests. Searches and retrieves books and journals from library collections.
• Scans and delivers articles for interlibrary loan and document delivery. Prepares and ships print material. Manages incoming mail and electronic articles.
• Updates ILLiad, Rapid ILL and OCLC records and requests. Works extensively with ILLiad database records for requests and borrowing library accounts.
• Trains and provides direction to library staff and student assistants, and prepares and maintains documentation on tasks related to interlibrary lending and for other departmental tasks as needed.
• Tracks and maintains interlibrary lending statistics and produces reports upon request.
• This position is cross-trained to provide support for Course Reserves services, including requesting copyright permissions, creating and maintaining course reserves records using Ares automated course reserves system, updating item records in Aleph and communicating with faculty regarding requests.
• Interlibrary Loan and Course Reserves staff serves as back-up at the library service desk and ensure library users are served courteously, promptly and in accordance with the Public Services Division’s values.

Requirements

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• One year of experience directly related to the primary duties of the position
• Ability to work independently and exercise initiative in applying rules, procedures and instructions
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills
• Demonstrated ability to understand and apply basic principles of quality customer service, teamwork and conflict resolution
• Demonstrated skill in analytical and problem solving
• Demonstrated ability to learn and operate common computing and productivity applications (e.g., word processing, databases and spreadsheets, web browsers, Google Suite, etc.)

Note: Additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with electronic resource sharing management system such as ILLiad
• Experience with Aleph Integrated Library System
• Experience with electronic course reserves system such as Ares
• Experience with course management systems such as Blackboard
• Knowledge of copyright guidelines and best practices

Position: Librarian – Adult Services
Location: Harford County Public Library

Originally posted on the Maryland Library Association listserv.

Responsibilities:

The Librarian performs professional librarian services including reference services,
readers advisory, computer support, technical instruction, location of materials, and general customer service. Performs basic supervisory responsibilities for hourly staff. Plans and presents programming. Meets minimum public service hours as defined by Library Administration.

Requirements:

• Master of Library Science degree from an accredited ALA institution:
• State of Maryland Department of Education Professional Librarian Certification within six months of hire;
• Experience in library setting, preferably public library;
• Computer experience including reference databases and internet;
• Ability to work day, evening, and weekend hours.

Application Process: Applications for this position are completed and accepted via online submission only. Please visit us at www.HCPLonline.org and click on Library Jobs tab for vacancy announcement details and application instructions.

Position: Translational Research Librarian
Location: University of Maryland, Baltimore
Salary: $55,000

Originally posted on the SLA Career Center.

The Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HSHSL) at University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) seeks an innovative, forward-thinking Faculty Librarian to work with the UMB’s Institute for Clinical and Translational Research (ICTR). The UMB ICTR is a clinical and translational research initiative providing the administrative home for translational science partnerships at UMB, across the University System of Maryland (USM), and the joint UMB/Johns Hopkins (JHU) NIH Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA).

The Translational Research Librarian is responsible for participating in the discovery, selection, and implementation of a faculty profiles system; measuring the impact of the ICTR; developing tools linking faculty and staff to content experts and core resources; and providing research and instruction services. To provide a range of services supporting the UMB ICTR, this faculty librarian will collaborate with experts within the HSHSL and potentially with colleagues at JHU and in the CTSA national network. For more information about the HS/HSL, visit http://hshsl.umaryland.edu/ and about the ICTR, visit https://www.umaryland.edu/ictr/ .

This is a full-time, permanent status eligible track HSHSL Faculty Librarian position at a rank of Librarian I or II. The Translational Research Librarian operates in a dual-reporting structure between the Associate Director for Research and Information Services at the HSHSL and the Director, UMB ICTR.

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Faculty Profiles System

• Assist in the discovery, selection, and implementation of a faculty profiles system in collaboration with partners in participating units and institutions.
• Identify and implement tools or products supporting effective tracking of productivity and impact.
• Develop a marketing and education strategy promoting UMB faculty expertise through effective use of a faculty profiles system in collaboration with ICTR staff.

Research Impact

• Develop strategies for program evaluation and measuring the impact of the ICTR in research output, knowledge transfer, clinical implementation, community benefit, and the research impact of traineeships.
• Conduct in-depth publication metrics reports at the author level (individual/group/ department), article level, and journal level enhancing visibility and demonstrating the research impact of the ICTR.
• Employ data visualization tools to illustrate and highlight ICTR funded research.

Promotion and Networking

• Market and promote ICTR collaborations and resources in partnership with ICTR staff.
• Working with ICTR staff, implement systems linking ICTR faculty and projects to content experts at UMB and to other institutional partners.
• Share information about the evolving landscape in scholarly communication such as open access and open science.

Research and Instruction

• Design and offer workshops and consultation services related to research visibility, research impact, and scholarly publishing.
• Participate in grant preparation and collaborate on grant-funded projects.
• Develop presentations and share expertise in ICTR professional settings.

Other

• Actively engage in committees and on teams within the HSHSL, the UMB ICTR community, UMB, and professional organizations.
• Pursue research and professional development activities.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program.
• One year of experience related to position responsibilities.
• Experience designing instructional services.
• Experience delivering presentations.
• Experience searching biomedical databases such as PubMed and Scopus.
• Experience in program evaluation.
• Demonstrated evidence of successful project management.
• Demonstrated service orientation and skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.

PREFERRED:

• Experience in an academic, research, or health sciences library.
• Knowledge of faculty profiles systems.
• Experience in using citation metrics tools.
• Experience with tools such as Tableau, PowerBI, R, or Python.

APPLICATIONS:

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Best consideration will be given to completed applications received by Friday, June 3, 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: Emerging Technologies Librarian
Location: University of Maryland, Baltimore
Salary: $55,000

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 27 th , 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: Data Services Librarian
Location: University of Maryland, Baltimore
Salary: $55,000

Originally posted on the SLA Career Center.

The Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HSHSL) at University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) seeks an innovative, forward-thinking Data Services Librarian to provide robust research data-related services for UMB faculty, staff, and students. This dynamic librarian advances the Library’s efforts in data sharing and in research data management, discovery, and access.

The Data Services Librarian is a member of the Data and Bioinformation Services Department. They will join a data services librarian and bioinformationist to become a core member of the Library’s Center for Data and Bioinformation Services (CDABS) . The librarian also collaborates with faculty and staff within the HSHSL and with partners throughout the University. This is a permanent status-eligible full-time, non-tenure track faculty position reporting to the Associate Director for Research and Information Services. For more information about the HSHSL, visit http://hshsl.umaryland.edu/ .

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Consult with faculty, students, and staff about data aspects of research projects.
• Develop and lead instructional programming on data-related topics and tools.
• Assist researchers in locating and accessing open and secondary datasets for use in research.
• Assist researchers with writing data management plans.
• Identify software and tools and develop services supporting the discovery and management of research data.
• Provide support for CDABS data visualization service.
• Engage with University partners integrating research data services into academic programs and administrative units within UMB schools (dentistry, graduate school, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, social work).
• Develop marketing strategies and initiatives, and conduct outreach activities promoting research collaboration and data sharing programs of the HSHSL.
• Participate in the growth of the UMB Data Catalog by creating dataset records associated with UMB-related scholarly publications and engaging in outreach activities to UMB scholars.
• Engage actively in committees within the HSHSL, the University, and professional organizations.
• Engage in professional development, service, and publication/presentation opportunities.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program.
• Background or experience indicating an ability to become proficient with quantitative or qualitative research tools such as R, Python, SAS, SPSS or STATA.
• Knowledge of the research data lifecycle and data management and sharing best practices.
• Familiarity with appropriate data repositories and public data sets.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated strong service orientation and skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.

PREFERRED:

• Experience with using a variety of data analysis, visualization, and mapping tools.
• Experience with conducting quantitative or qualitative research and data analysis.
• Experience in an academic, research, or health sciences library.
• Familiarity with data curation and preservation practices
• Experience providing instruction to a range of audiences, including faculty and students.

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, April 29, 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.