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Five Positions: Maryland

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Position: Library Assistant
Location: Maryland Thurgood Marshall State Law Library
Salary: $50,345

Closing Date: September 23, 2024
Location: Maryland Thurgood Marshall State Law Library, Annapolis, MD 21401
Salary: $50,345
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: 11:00am-7:30pm
Shift Differential: $3.00/hr. for hours worked after 5:00 p.m. and before 7:00 a.m.
Position Type: Full Time
*Note: In addition to applying through our careers page (www.mdcourts.gov/careers), please send a resume and cover letter to claire.seeley@mdcourts.gov.
The Maryland Judiciary offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, continuing education programs, employee assistance programs, and State Retirement and Pension plans. Maryland Judiciary Benefits (mdcourts.gov) About the Maryland Court System | Maryland Courts (mdcourts.gov)
Main Purpose of the Job:
The successful applicant will join an enthusiastic and innovative team of library professionals dedicated to providing access to justice for all citizens. The State Law Library will be moving, along with the appellate courts, to a new Supreme Court of Maryland courthouse in the next few years. Thus, the new staff member will be joining the team during an exciting time of preparations for a move to the new facility and a new State Law Library.
The Library Assistant will support the functions of the Maryland Thurgood Marshall State Law Library by assisting with tasks related to reference services, collection management, and technical services. The Library Assistant, with supervision from the Head of Reference Services, assists with document reproduction and delivery, interlibrary loans, and basic reference services over the telephone. In coordination with other Department Heads, this position may shelve materials, process withdrawals from the collection, check in new materials, and assist with similar collection management and technical services functions.
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience: Two (2) years of prior work experience in a library, records management, or office administrative assistant.
Preferred:
Prior customer service experience.
Experience with an integrated library system (ILS) or online public access catalog.
Experience using online research databases.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of general library practices and procedures.
Oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate and work effectively with judges, attorneys, students, library staff, and the public.
Skill with Microsoft Word and Excel, Windows operating systems, and document-editing software.
Ability to assist a diverse customer base with their information needs, using a variety of communication methods, including telephone, email, and in-person dialogue.
Ability to use common office hardware, software, and equipment, including copiers, scanners, and microform readers/scanners.
Ability to effectively use Microsoft Suite products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
Ability to understand basic functions of Maryland’s legal system and how courts operate.
Ability to use library databases, including Westlaw, HeinOnline, and newspaper databases, to locate requested materials.
The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA Accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to ADA@mdcourts.gov. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.

Position: Librarian (Research and Impact Services)
Location: National Institute of Standards and Technology
Salary: $99,200 – $153,354

Full job posting on USAjobs.

Work as part of a team and independently to provide research and reference services to NIST researchers in the areas of semiconductors, microelectronics, science, engineering, business, policy, and more.
Duties
Work as part of a team and independently to provide research and reference services to NIST researchers in the areas of semiconductors, microelectronics, science, engineering, business, policy, and more. Perform routine and complex technical literature searches and market research using STEM databases and other information resources. Compile, organize, synthesize, and interpret research results; utilize citation management software. Provide bibliometric and research impact services through analyses of traditional and nontraditional research outputs and metrics including published research, citations, patents, datasets, and altmetric indicators to support and assess strategic decision making, benchmarking, research performance, technology transfer, collaboration opportunities, and reputation analysis. Create quantitative and qualitative analyses and research impact stories using bibliometric and data visualization tools and software; generate visual outputs such as tables, charts, maps, and infographics to
illustrate and support research findings.
Respond to customer queries and provide customer service at the Information Desk and through various communication channels including email, telephone, and virtual meetings. Contribute to marketing and outreach activities, develop and implement training; create research guides and presentations to peer and customer groups.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
U.S. citizenship
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
Suitable for Federal employment
Merit applicants must meet time-in-grade/band requirements, as applicable
Bargaining Unit Position: No
Qualifications
Basic Requirements: A. Successful completion of one full academic year of graduate study in library science in an accredited college or university, in addition to completion of all work required for a Bachelor’s degree.
OR
B. Successful completion of a total of at least five years of a combination of college-level education, training, and experience. To qualify on this basis, the applicant must establish conclusively that the education, training, and experience provided a knowledge and understanding of the theories, principles, and techniques of professional librarianship; knowledge of literature resources; and the knowledge and abilities essential for providing effective library and information services.
In addition to meeting the basic requirements listed above, applicants must possess one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 (ZA-II at NIST). Specialized experience is described as experience conducting literature searches using various STEM bibliographic and fulltext databases as well as organizing, analyzing, interpreting, synthesizing, and compiling research results, and conducting a wide range of quantitative and qualitative impact analyses including bibliometric and citation analyses and creating a variety of data visualizations and representations that convey an impact story.
OR
Successful completion of 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education in library science or doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) related to the position.
OR
A combination of education and experience as described above that equates to one year of experience.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook.
If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration
Education
This position has an education requirement. Transcripts must be submitted to validate that the education requirement has been met. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. However, an official copy will be required before a final offer of employment.
Use of foreign education for qualifications An accredited organization must evaluate education completed outside of the U.S. to ensure that it is comparable to education received in accredited institutions in the U.S. Click here to view a listing of accredited organizations from the Department of Education’s website. A copy of the foreign education evaluation (containing the results with course-by-course listing) is required with your application.

Position: Librarian (Law)
Location: Social Security Administration
Salary: $117,962 – $153,354

Full job posting on USAjobs.

Serves as Senior Law Librarian. Provides technical guidance and expert advice on comprehensive legal and legislative reference services to the legal staff members in the Office of the General Counsel, as well as SSA’s administrative research and legal staff.
Duties
Utilizes extensive legal research ability and special bibliographical competence in law and legislative services.
Provides guidance, direction and oversight in one or more of the following functions: a major library system, programs, e.g., cataloging, acquisitions and collections development and maintenance, reference and research and Digital Library services.
Provides comprehensive, reference, research, advisory, evaluative, consultative and instructional services to individuals and groups.
Responds to a range of complex inquiries, including those in new or highly specialized fields of knowledge, those regarding historical materials that are difficult to identify or locate and information involving rapidly evolving terminology.
Responds orally or in writing to inquiries related to assigned field of responsibility.
Exercises considerable judgment and discretion when interpreting and applying guidelines, including deviating from or extending traditional methods, techniques and practices or identifying areas for improvement in established methods and procedures.
Plans and manages all functions of a large, diverse legal research collection.
Provides extensive legal and legislative reference services utilizing a variety of highly complex technical and specialized databases and other diverse sources.
Recommends acquisition and budget modifications by reviewing all new and renewal contracts for publications and library services, for consistency in specifications and customer requirements.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
U.S. Citizenship required. Selective Service Registration, if applicable (www.sss.gov).
Fingerprinting and background and/or security investigation may be required. Job offers are contingent on fingerprinting and background/security investigation results.
See QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, REQUIRED DOCUMENTS and HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED sections for more information about this position.
Qualifications
To qualify for this GS-13 Librarian (Law) position you must demonstrate:
(1) an Individual Occupational Requirement for the federal GS-1410 series, including
(2) additional education specific to the Librarian (Law) specialty AND
(3) at least 52 weeks of Specialized Experience
(1) INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT (IOR)
Applicants for Librarian positions must demonstrate the following:
A. Successful completion of all work required for a bachelor’s degree followed by at least one full academic year of graduate study in library science in an accredited college or university.
OR
B. A combination of college-level education, training and experience that totals at least 5 years. To qualify on this basis, you must establish conclusively that your education and experience provides knowledge and understanding of the theories, principles and techniques of professional librarianship, knowledge of literature resources and knowledge and abilities essential for providing effective library and information services.
(2) ADDITIONALLY, for Librarian (Law) positions, where the work is primarily concerned with providing library services in law or legislative reference, your education and/or experience must include one of the following:
A. Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university that meets all academic requirements for a bachelor’s degree and includes at least 24 semester hours in law or legal studies.
B. Successful completion of at least 24 semester hours of legal studies in an accredited law school.
C. At least 4 years of legal research experience that provides knowledge of the basic principles, theories, practices, techniques, terminology and expressions of law librarianship and an understanding of the standard methods, procedures and techniques of legal research and analysis. This experience must be equivalent to: (1) that which would have been acquired through successful completion of a bachelor’s degree, earned in an accredited college or university, that included at least 24 semester hours in law or legal studies or (2) that which would have been acquired through successful completion of at least 24 semester hours of legal studies in an accredited law school.
This education is in addition to the education in (1) above that requires at least 1 year of graduate study in library science. Transcripts must be submitted to support ALL educational claims.
(3) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE must have been gained in a federal position at or above GS-12 OR (if your experience was gained in another federal pay scale or outside of federal service) by performing duties at a level of responsibility and difficulty equivalent to a federal position at or above GS-12.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is work primarily concerned with directing the overall operation of a law library; utilizing theories and practices by which information is categorized; providing comprehensive legal reference, research and advisory services to professional staff and maintaining up-to-date information on law librarianship.
If you have this experience, your resume must describe, in your own words, the specific duties you perform that demonstrate it.
Since Specialized Experience also has a time component, it must be evident that the duties you describe are at the required level for at least 52 weeks.
Reviewers cannot assume you perform duties you don’t describe.
An affirmative response to the online questionnaire is not sufficient to demonstrate experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (e.g., Individual Occupational Requirement, including additional Law Librarian education AND Specialized Experience) must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Information on this job series can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1400/librarian-series-1410/
Education
This position has an Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR) for Librarian positions, including additional education required for the Law Librarian specialty. (See QUALIFICATIONS)
You must meet and demonstrate both educational requirements and submit documents that fully support your claim (even if you already hold a federal 1410 series position).
TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE LEGIBLE or you may not receive credit for completed courses.
DO NOT SUBMIT A DIPLOMA IN LIEU OF A FULL TRANSCRIPT.
Remember to submit transcripts for ALL college-level education, e.g., your bachelor’s degree, as well as transcripts for all graduate and legal studies.
TRANSCRIPTS — submit copes of your full transcripts, showing your name, the name of the school, the program in which you were enrolled, the relevant courses completed and degree conferred. Highlight courses in library science and/or legal studies to ensure they’re given appropriate consideration.
Unofficial transcripts or screenshots of electronic/web transcripts with the required information will be accepted at the time of application. CHECK YOUR UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT TO CONFIRM IT SHOWS THE REQUIRED INFORMATION. You must upload your transcripts as part of your application. Documents will not be accepted via email or regular mail.
If you attended more than one college or university, submit transcripts for all schools attended.
If you are demonstrating a combination of education, training and experience, be very specific about how that combination meets the full qualification requirements.
If selected, you may be required to provide your official college transcripts prior to the effective date of your appointment.
Foreign Education: If your transcripts show education completed in foreign colleges or universities, you must also provide documentation that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in a conventional/accredited U.S. education program; or that full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

Position: Data Services Librarian
Location: Health Sciences and Human Services Library, University of Maryland, Baltimore

Original job posting on SLA Careers.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HSHSL) at University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) seeks a Data Services Librarian to provide robust research data-related services for UMB faculty, staff, and students. This position advances the Library’s efforts in data sharing and in research data management, discovery, and access.
The Data Services Librarian is a member of an exceptional team responsible for advancing the Library’s research support and educational goals. The HSHSL serves UMB’s schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Social Work, and the Graduate School.
The Data Services Librarian is a member of the Data and Bioinformation Services Department, and 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.
UMB and the HSHSL are deeply committed to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. The HSHSL welcomes applications from underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, sexual minority groups, and other candidates invested in creating and enriching an inclusive environment through their work and interactions.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Consults with faculty, students, and staff about research data.
  • Develops and leads instructional programming on data-related topics and tools.
  • Assists researchers in locating and accessing open and secondary datasets for use in research and with writing data management plans.
  • Identifies data management software and tools and develops services supporting the discovery, management, and analysis of research data.
  • Provides support for CDABS data visualization service and the Data and Bioinformatics Workstation.
  • Engages with University partners to integrate research data services into academic programs and administrative units.
  • Develops marketing strategies and initiatives to promote research collaboration, the UMB Data Catalog, and data sharing programs of the HSHSL.
  • Strengthens the Library’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Engages actively in committees within the HSHSL, the University, and professional organizations.
    Engages in professional development, service, and publication/presentation opportunities
    REPORTING/WORK SCHEDULE:
    This position is located within the Research and Information Services (RIS) division and reports to the Head of Data and Bioinformation Services.
    UMB and HSHSL supports flexible work environments and the development of a vibrant university campus community. Onsite engagement is highly encouraged by leadership. This position allows for hybrid and telework arrangements.
    STATUS:
    This is a permanent status-eligible, full-time, non-tenure track faculty position. Librarians are expected to progress successfully along the promotion and permanent status track and participate fully as members of the Library’s faculty. For more information, see the University’s “Criteria and Procedures Relating to the Appointment, Promotion and Permanent Status for Library Faculty”.
    APPLICATION PROCESS:
    UMB and HSHSL are fully committed to championing diversity, equity, and active inclusion among faculty, staff, and the student body. Those who identify as members of historically underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.
    The HSHSL provides an intellectually exciting, collegial, and supportive faculty environment that fosters interdisciplinary research and interprofessional opportunities. Salary is commensurate with qualifications. The position is anticipated to start during Summer/Fall 2024. Application reviews will begin July 26, 2024. The position will remain posted until filled.
    Candidates must include the following with their application package:
    1) A resume or curriculum vitae;
    2) Three references with names, professional titles, relationship to you, and contact information, including email address, for each;
    3) A cover letter describing interest in the position and relevant job experience.
    4) A statement describing how you have supported equity, diversity, and inclusion in the past, either in the workplace, as a student, or in other settings. If you have not had the opportunity for such experience, please describe briefly how you hope to support UMB’s commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse community.
    SALARY: $61,500 minimum, commensurate with experience. Other compensation associated with this position may include a relocation allowance.
    BENEFITS/TUITION REMISSION:
    Generous benefits include choice of retirement, medical, and dental plans; 22 days of annual leave; 15 days of sick leave; 3 personal days and 14 holidays. Regular employees, as well as their spouses and dependent children, may receive tuition remission for most programs at many campuses of the University System of Maryland.
    ENVIRONMENT:
    The University of Maryland, Baltimore campus is in downtown Baltimore, blocks from Orioles Park at Camden Yards, M&T Stadium, the Hippodrome Theater, the Baltimore Convention Center, and the Inner Harbor. Baltimore City is vibrant and diverse with access to a variety of communities and cultural centers. Baltimore City and the surrounding metropolitan area are noted for high quality-of-life indicators, offering historic parks, great neighborhoods, and art collections, museums, theaters, and symphony orchestras.
    The HSHSL is one of the largest health sciences libraries in the United States, with a record of innovative services and programs. The HSHSL employees 56 full time employees, including 25 faculty librarians. The modern HSHSL building opened in 1998 and serves as a hub for collaboration and learning on the UMB campus. The HSHSL has served as a Regional Medical Library (RML) of the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) since 1983 and currently administers the NNLM Web Services Office. Learn more about the NNLM and current initiatives and priority areas.
    The HSHSL serves the schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Social Work, and the Graduate School. It supports 6,700 students in six nationally ranked professional schools and interdisciplinary Graduate School programs. The university offers 97 doctoral, master’s, baccalaureate, and certificate programs. UMB is a 65-acre research and technology complex consisting of 57 buildings, including the University of Maryland BioPark, the University of Maryland Medical Center, and the Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Read more about UMB, including its mission, vision, and core values.
    UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at HRjobs@umaryland.edu.
    If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. For questions about ADA requests for reasonable accommodations, you may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu.
    The University of Maryland, Baltimore does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran’s status, or age in its programs and activities. Specifically, Title IX prohibits discrimination based on sex in UMB’s programs and activities.
    Qualifications
    POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
    Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program.
    Knowledge of the research data lifecycle and data management and sharing best practices.
    Interest in becoming proficient with research tools such as R, Python, SAS, SPSS, or STATA.
    PREFERRED:
    Experience working in an academic, research, or health sciences library.
    Familiarity with data repositories and public data sets.
    Familiarity with data curation and preservation practices.
    Experience using a variety of data analysis, visualization, and mapping tools.
    Experience conducting quantitative or qualitative research and data analysis.
    Experience providing instruction to a range of audiences, including faculty and students.
    Experience working with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
    Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.
    Excellent written and oral communication skills.
    Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
    Demonstrated strong service orientation and skills.

Position: Children’s Services Supervisor II
Location: Frederick County Public Libraries, C. Burr Artz Public Library, Frederick, Maryland

Original job posting on MLA Jobline.

Responsibilities:
Join the vibrant, community-minded team at Frederick County Public Libraries! We are seeking a creative, energetic, and visionary Children’s Supervisor for our C. Burr Artz Public Library. Located in
West-Central Maryland between Washington D.C. and Baltimore, FCPL is a rapidly developing system. By facilitating the public’s freedom to explore, invent, and transform, FCPL connects people to ideas and to
each other, helping to foster individual and community growth.
This professional management position assures that children, their families and caregivers experience the joy of reading in a friendly, creative and dynamic Children’s Department. Assists in developing
services that respond to community needs and interests as outlined in FCPL’s strategic plan. Supervision is given to professional and paraprofessional Children’s Services staff; supervision is received from the
Branch Administrator.
Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week (varied workdays and hours within FCPL operating schedule); full
benefits
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to
make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
Requirements:
. Master of Library Science (MLS) degree from an American Library Association accredited program
. Minimum 2 years work experience in children’s program management
. Minimum 1 year work experience in public libraries
. Minimum 2 years of work experience supervising and/or directing the work of others
. Professional Public Librarian certification from the Maryland State Department of Education or ability to obtain this certification within 6 months after hire with MLS degree, current certification must
then be maintained
OR
. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
. Minimum 3 years work experience in children’s program management
. Minimum 2 years work experience in public libraries
. Minimum 2 years of work experience supervising and/or directing the work of others
. Ability to obtain and maintain Library Associate certification from the MD State Department of
Education, plus willingness and ability to attend training sessions as applicable
NOTE: A related Master’s degree may substitute for a portion of the professional or para-professional library work experience
Salary Range: Salary: $65,509.00 Annually
Application Process: Deadline to apply: 4:00 pm EST, September 18, 2024. For complete job description and to apply go to http://www.frederickcountymd.gov
Closing Date: 4:00 pm EST September 18, 2024

One Position: Virginia

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Position: Technical Services Librarian
Location: George Washington’s Mount Vernon

Original post on ALA JobList.

Position Overview:
The Technical Services Librarian is a full-time, exempt-status position reporting to the Chief Librarian. S/he is responsible for cataloging all formats and managing serials in an Integrated Library System, OCLC WorldShare Management Services (OCLC WMS). S/he oversees technical services operations related to policies, procedures, workflows, and systems.
The Library collections comprise approximately 30,000 modern and rare books, audio-visual items, serials, manuscripts, and a variety of special collections materials, including auction sales catalogs, photostats, unpublished staff reports, numerous information files, scrapbooks, historic photographs, and postcards. The Technical Services Librarian will ensure both operational excellence, high productivity, and a forward-looking evolution of Mount Vernon’s technical services functions. S/he will make recommendations to develop the Library’s Technical Services and to establish policies, procedures, and workflows that are appropriate for accomplishing the work.
Compensation:
starting at $68,000
Expected Hours:
40 hours/week
Essential Functions:
Catalog for all formats using an online cataloging program (OCLC Record Manager)
Collaborate with the Special Collections Librarian and Chief Librarian on cataloging rare books and other special collections materials
Collaborate with the Reference, Acquisitions, and Outreach Librarian to ensure timely processing of general collections print and e-resources
Manage the design, testing, deployment, maintenance, troubleshooting, administration, and evaluation of multiple discovery, delivery, and inventory systems including the Integrated Library System (OCLC WMS), proxy access system (EZProxy), and Application Program Interfaces (APIs) from Library vendors
Research, evaluate, recommend, test, and implement new technologies in collaboration with library staff
Establish cataloging policies and procedures for technical services relating to published resources, unpublished and Web resources, including information files, staff reports, facsimiles, and e-items, ensuring they are appropriate for accomplishing the work and informed by related best practices
In coordination with the Chief Librarian, manage metadata contributions to Name Authority Cooperative Program (NACO), Digital Public Library of America (DPLA), and Archival Resources of the Virginias
Co-ordinate cataloging initiatives and priorities in consultation with the Chief Librarian
Assist the Chief Librarian in the preparation of the annual budget, particularly as it relates to technical services
Supervise a part-time Assistant Cataloger, volunteers, and/or library school students
Maintain serial files, claim missing issues, make recommendations for acquisitions
Coordinate with Reference, Acquisitions, and Outreach Librarian to select and weed general collections materials
Manage procedures for binding and conservation/preservation of general collections materials
Maintain awareness and advise on trends and developments in librarianship relating to technical services and metadata best practices
Share public service desk responsibilities with other library staff, when necessary
Assist in the maintenance and management of CONTENTdm
Develop strategies for collaboration, program planning, and support for interdisciplinary digital projects and initiatives
Undertake other duties as assigned
Benefits:
403(b) Retirement plan with employer matching
Employee recognition at 5 years of service
Monthly employee events
Employee referral program
On-site Library
Discount on Public Event Tickets
Discount in the Mount Vernon Shops
Discount at the Mount Vernon Inn and Food Court Pavilion
Free parking
Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Paid leave for Sick Time, Vacation and Holidays
Flexible spending account for medical care
Mount Vernon is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to building and retaining a team that represents a variety of skills, experiences and perspectives. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, performance, and qualifications without regard to race, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, gender/sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran and military status, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Mount Vernon will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
MLS from an ALA-accredited program
At least three years of experience performing original and copy cataloging
Experience managing an Integrated Library System, e.g. OCLC WMS, Alma or SirsiDynix Sympohny and web proxy servers, e.g. EZ Proxy
Experience with RDA, AACR2, MARC formats, Library of Congress subject headings (LCSH) and related controlled vocabularies, and Library of Congress classification numbering
Experience working with OCLC Record Manager
Knowledge of Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC), including Name Authority Cooperative Program (NACO), Monographic Bibliographic Record Cooperative Program (BIBCO) or other programs
Experience with data manipulation tools, e.g. MarcEdit, OpenRefine, or OxygenXML Editor
Awareness of current emerging trends and issues in cataloging, including metadata creation and standards, including BIBFRAME and Linked Data, and emerging web technologies
Experience original and copy-cataloging rare books, manuscripts, archives, and/or photographic collections
Experience with digital presentation systems, e.g. CONTENTdm
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Flexibility, reliability, and ability to meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with non-MARC metadata schemas (EAD, Dublin Core, MODS).
Experience with PCC, including NACO, BIBCO, or other programs
Training and experience with the NACO program
Supervisory experience in a library setting
Subject expertise in 18th-century American history and culture
Knowledge of library preservation practices
Knowledge of and/or experience with special collections, including their proper care and handling
Experience with CONTENTdm and ArchivesSpace
Knowledge of basic programming concepts and languages, scripting environments, coding systems, and/or notation formats such as Python, R, Java, PHP, JavaScript, SQL, HTML, CSS, XSL, and XML

Four Positions: Maryland

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Position: Legal Research Analyst
Location: McGuire Woods (Baltimore)
No salary provided

Overview: McGuireWoods has an opening for an experienced Legal Research Analyst.  The Analyst provides research and reference services to lawyers and staff.  The ideal candidate will have three to five years of research experience in a law firm environment.

McGuireWoods, one of the world’s leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Diversity and inclusion are essential to how we do business, informing how we recruit, retain and promote lawyers and staff to serve clients. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.

Responsibilities

  • Performs complex legal and non-legal research and reference services for clients, lawyers and staff for multiple offices.
  • Maintains current knowledge and proficiency in the use of legal and non-legal computer information retrieval systems.
  • Exercises independent judgment and discretion in the selection of information sources, research methods and document delivery options when responding to reference and research questions.
  • Provides ready reference services at regularly assigned hours and as needed.
  • Creates targeted, custom current awareness and litigation alerts as requested.
  • Participates in and coordinates orientation and training of new attorneys/staff as requested.

Qualifications

  • Requires a Master’s degree in Library and Information Sciences from an ALA accredited program.
  • Preferred 3-5 years related experience as a professional research analyst/ law librarian.
  • Must have knowledge of legal bibliography, legal research and computer assisted legal research.
  • Must have advanced knowledge of Westlaw, Lexis and other computer assisted research tools.

Position: Serials / Government Documents Cataloging Librarian
Location: University of Maryland (College Park)
Posted: ALA Joblist
Salary: $63,000-73,000

Description: Responsible for original and complex copy cataloging of continuing resources in all subjects and in various formats and languages.  Creates and updates records following the standards of the Program for Cooperative Cataloging, producing BIBCO, CONSER, and NACO records as appropriate.

Coordinates and manages activities related to processing resources acquired by the Regional Depository Library through the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) at the University of Maryland, working with resources in all subjects, in various languages, and in a variety of formats, both tangible and electronic. Responsibilities include advanced copy cataloging, bibliographic database corrections, receipts, transfers, and withdrawals. Participates in managing the FDLP eXchange list for the University of Maryland. Supervises other departmental personnel assigned government documents processing responsibilities. Works closely with the Government Information & Criminology Librarian. Catalogs Maryland State Documents and performs bibliographic database corrections for this collection. 

Applies relevant national, University System of Maryland and Affiliated Institutions (USMAI), and local policies. Performs complex problem solving related to bibliographic database corrections. Provides support for library employees for resolution of problems with bibliographic, holdings, and item records. Participates in planning and implementation of policies, workflows, and special projects to achieve departmental goals and objectives. Assists in the planning, management, and leadership of assigned and self-developed projects. Participates in committees and group activities in the department, division, and University Libraries.

EDUCATION: Required: 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: 

  • Required: 
    • Minimum of three years of relevant, progressively responsible, cataloging experience in an  academic, special or research library in one or more of the following areas: continuing resources cataloging, monograph cataloging, or government documents processing. 
    • Knowledge of and proficiency with automated library systems, RDA and related policy statements, LC classification, LCSH and related thesauri, MARC 21 formats, and OCLC Connexion.
    • Understanding of technical services operations, Library of Congress cataloging practices and procedures, emerging cataloging issues and trends. 
    • Ability to catalog European language materials. 
    • Ability to manage a broad variety of tasks in response to varying time pressures with shifting priorities and changing constraints. 
    • Excellent interpersonal skills. 
    • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a congenial team environment and to interact effectively with a broad variety of personnel within and outside of Collection Strategies and Services. 
    • Ability to communicate clearly, knowledgably, and personably, both orally and in writing, with all persons potentially affected by the scope of the work. 
    • Evidence of strong customer service orientation.
    • Ability to meet standards for achieving permanent status.
  • Preferred:
    • Experience with processing FDLP resources, familiarity with the Legal Requirements and Program Regulations of the FDLP (LRPR), demonstrated knowledge of SuDoc classification.
    • Experience with cataloging continuing resources. 
    • Participation in PCC programs. 
    • Supervisory experience.  
    • Familiarity with common metadata standards and with emerging linked data models such as BIBFRAME.
    • Experience in creating metadata for digital projects.

Position: Assistant Branch Manager I / Librarian / Public Services Specialist
Location: Anne Arundel County Public Library
Posted: MLA Jobline
Salary: $57,989-98,571

Professional level work in providing library services including reference, readers’ advisory, programming and outreach, and library instruction to the public of all ages.  Work requires maintaining considerable expertise in the use of information technology including, but not limited to, databases, email, downloadable e-books, e-audio, and the internet. Acts as part of branch’s management team and assists in the management of branch operations and the supervision of branch staff.  May assume responsibility for branch operations as designated person in charge in absence of Branch Manager.

Minimum Qualifications:  Possession of a bachelor’s degree and three year’s work experience in a library or educational setting.  One year of supervisory experience. 

Special Requirement for non-MLS candidates:  Completion of Library Associate Training Institute within two years following appointment; and ability to maintain eligibility by completing 90 hours of training every 5 years.  

Preferred Qualifications:  Master’s degree in library science or master’s degree in related field and one year of work experience in library or educational setting. One year of supervisory experience.  Spanish language skills.

Necessary Special Requirement: Ability to secure certification as a Professional Public Librarian in the State of Maryland within 120 days following appointment; ability to meet re-certification requirements by completing 90 hours of training every 5 years.

TO APPLY:  Complete AACPL Employment Application Form (Refer to attachment in this announcement). Upload cover letter, resume and completed application on AACPL’s Recruitment Page (https//www.aacpl.net/about/jobs). Questions may be directed to humanresources@aacpl.net.   All required application materials must be received no later than noon, July 31, 2024   

Position: Assistant Chief, Neighborhood Library Services
Location: Enoch Pratt Free Library (Baltimore)
Posted: MLA Jobline
Salary: $83,165

The Pratt Library is searching for an Assistant Chief for the Neighborhood Library Services division.

The ideal candidate will provide direct administrative and management support to the Chief, Neighborhood Library Services, for overall direction and supervision of program activity of the division. Provides direct supervision to branch managers and supports their management responsibilities on daily operations of the branch libraries. The Assistant Chief will lead, inspire, and mentor the branch managers. 

The Assistant Chief receives managerial direction from the Chief of Neighborhood Library Services and serves in the capacity of Department Chief when assigned or when the Chief is not available. The employee in this class works a conventional work week that may involve evening and weekend hours. Work is performed in an office where normal working conditions are encountered. 

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

Summary of Duties: Position may require some or all of the following examples of the work performed depending on the organization of work within the agency. The list is not inclusive and may require related duties not listed, if necessary, to accomplish the work of the agency.) 

  • Receives and completes project assignments from the Chief regarding program, policy, and events in the branches. 
  • Assists the Chief in formulating and implementing the strategic plan for the division. Participates in and on occasion leads division meetings and work groups. 
  • Develops reports for the Division Chief. 
  • When assigned or in the absence of the Chief, functions as the senior division officer in decision making and ongoing operations. 
  • Serves as NLS representative to Library Security and Information Access Division. 
  • Actively pursues professional development especially in library administration and supervision skills; this includes active participation in local, state, and national professional associations. 
  • Assists in the development of general funds and private support budgets. 
  • Serves as the Library’s representative on the city’s Commission on Disabilities and coordinates disability compliance issues in the branches. 
  • Directly supervises and evaluates the work of branch managers in overseeing library reference, circulation, computer services, program customization and implementation, staff scheduling, volunteer assignments, community outreach, and facility management; evaluates branch manager performance, enforces library discipline policy, recommends hiring and promotion. 
  • Assures coverage for the hours the branches are open. 
  • Enforces library disciplinary policies and recommends hiring and promotions through participation in recruitments and interview processes. 
  • Disseminates and ensures library branch compliance with library policies and procedures. 
  • Represents the library at Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services meetings and Mayor’s community meetings, attends and oversees library participation in community events; prepares letters of understanding between community organizations and branch libraries hosting community events. 
  • Responds to customer complaints.
  • Works with the Office of Human Resources on recruitment of staff and the selection of participants and staff interview panels for recruitment of branch librarians. Recommends and justifies expenditures to superior. 
  • Consults with architects, contracts, and the Library’s Facilities manager regarding the renovation and building of library branches; facilities decision making among contractors, library staff, and the community during renovation of libraries. 
  • Approves leave requests and e-time. 
  • Conducts regular site visits to branch libraries. 
  • Reviews and analyzes library statistics and activity of branches to submit written reports to the Chief. 
  • Identifies training needs.
  • Participate in training of branch managers & subordinate staff.
  • Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited college or university.
  • At least five years of successful experience in a library management position and community outreach, including two years of direct supervisory experience over professional library staff (evaluation, discipline, hiring, and termination). 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of/experience in the principles of library organization and management, especially concerning library branch systems. 
  • Ability and proven experience in developing and managing branch service policies, programs, and staff. 
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with library management, customers, and the library branch community. 
  • Skill in communicating orally and in writing. 
  • General knowledge of library budget procedures and proven ability to develop and monitor a budget. 
  • Experience in developing and implementing strategic plans. 
  • Staff supervision and administrative experience. 
  • Demonstrated leadership qualities of public speaking, policy formulation, and program and staff management.
  • 3+ years of training or staff development experience

One Position: Washington, D.C.

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Position: Librarian
Location: Library of Congress – U.S. Serials and Government Documents Section
Posted: USA Jobs
Salary: $68,405-88,926

This position is located in the U.S. Serials and Government Documents Section, U.S./Anglo Division, Acquisitions and Bibliographic Access Directorate, Discovery and Preservation Services. The position description number for this position is 457104. The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area. The incumbent of this position will work a flextime work schedule. This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position. Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.

Duties:

  • This position is located in the U.S. Serials and Government Documents Section, U.S./Anglo Division, Acquisitions and Bibliographic Access Directorate, Discovery and Preservation Services. It is a hybrid position that combines major duties from both the acquisitions specialist and the cataloger.
  • The incumbent uses a set of skills and abilities to perform the following duties in areas of Cataloging Services, Acquisitions Services, Analyzes and Organizes Information and Materials, Library Collections Development, Consultation and Liaison Services, and Librarian Training and Mentoring. 
  • This position requires elevated IT access to systems to perform the work of the position.  This position requires a Public Trust background investigation at the Moderate/High risk level. 
  • Catalogs a variety of materials in an automated cataloging environment where the bibliographic characteristics of the material are relatively easy to determine, and cataloging decisions are made within established standards. Searches entries in automated and manual catalogs. Assigns headings to catalog entries. Selects and assigns classification numbers. Establishes personal and corporate names and uniform titles for inclusion in the name authority file. Establishes and recommends subject headings for inclusion in the subject authority file and classification schedule. Creates and revises bibliographic records, authority records, and classification schedules. Performs content designation of bibliographic and authority records. Performs research in the cataloger’s reference collection, online databases, the world wide web, and the collections of the Library. Recommends resolutions to problems and inconsistencies in the cataloging process. 
  • Provides services and deals with materials that are non-technical in nature, of limited technical complexity, or easily acquired. Coordinates proper purchasing information, correct bibliographic identification, and correct coding in the information system. Contacts dealers, subscription agents, vendors, overseas offices, government agencies, and/or exchange partners to coordinate the order process. Consults acquisitions reference material to determine whether recommended item is appropriate for purchase, copyright claim, exchange, gift, loan, or other type of acquisition. Examines recommendations for acquisition to identify processing and custodial requirements and to identify acquisition of out-of-scope materials. Maintains liaison with recommending officials and subject specialists to understand their needs. Consults acquisitions reference material to determine whether recommended item is appropriate for purchase. Reviews and approves invoices for payment for all formats of material. 
  • Obtains, analyzes, and organizes information using standard reference tools and established techniques and practices. Analyzes and organizes standard subject data to determine its relationship to the existing collections, for preferred access points and the need for additional access points.  Analyzes material to determine subject content. Applies standard rules, guidelines, and reference tools and established techniques and practices. Participates in formulating plans for changes and improvements to cataloging-related issues.
  • Uses standard methods, techniques, concepts, and principles to perform assignments related to collection development support, with review by supervisor, senior staff and/or recommending officers. Assists in examination of incoming shipments to select items appropriate for the collections, in accordance with established guidelines. Assists in examination of recommendations for acquisition to identify processing and custodial requirements, and to ensure conformity with established guidelines. Participates in formulating plans for changes and improvements to collection development policies. 
  • Works to maintain personal contacts and cooperative work relationships in order to provide or exchange information. Consults with the supervisor and cataloging policy staff to recommend changes and additions in descriptive and subject cataloging rules. Offers suggestions and advice to the supervisor on operational and technical problems. Collaborates with the supervisor and other staff in planning and implementing team activities including workflow procedures, team priorities, cataloging projects of an experimental nature, goal setting and strategies for meeting team production goals. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. The knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) that are marked with a double asterisk (**) in the vacancy announcement and the applicant questionnaire are considered the most critical for a position.

  • Knowledge of library print and digital acquisitions, and/or cataloging rules, practices, and procedures. **
  • Ability to develop and maintain relationships and provide consultation and liaison services. **
  • Ability to organize, analyze, and interpret data related to acquiring print and digital materials and/or cataloging library materials. **
  • Ability to use integrated library systems, applications, or other information technologies. **
  • Ability to communicate in writing.
  • Ability to acquire and process library materials.
  • Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.