Librarian II, Programs and Exhibits

The Enoch Pratt Free Library is searching for a qualified and experienced Librarian II to fill the position for the Pratt Library /State Library Resource Center (SLRC) Division in the African American Department.
This is an intermediate level position that requires a commitment to public service and outreach with an awareness of the information needs of a large, urban, public library system. Included in this position is the opportunity to serve on Library committees, attend professional meetings, conferences and workshops. The Librarian II reports directly to the department manager.
Starting Salary: $53,065
Summary of Duties:

• Develop, plan and present Programs and activities in the department with Library customers and staff across Maryland libraries.
• Present Programs and outreach activities for the department.
• Works collaboratively with stakeholders on Programs and Exhibits internally and externally.
• Evaluate and recommend selection of general and subject materials. Provide research, reference, and reader's advisory assistance for walk-in, telephone, or electronic customers.
• Collection maintenance and making recommendations for discards of damaged books.
• Monitor the collection of activity data and assist in the formulation of weekly, monthly, and annual reports.
• Participate in continuing education activities as required and in maintenance of state librarian certification activities.
• Compiles special reading lists and bibliographies for specialized segments of the customer population or upon request.
• Identifies opportunities for collaboration on Programs and services
• Provides research, reference, and reader's advisory assistance on general and specialized subjects for walk-in, telephone, or electronic customers or referral to the appropriate departments or collections.
• Serves as an assistant to the Department Manager, and may serve as the Librarian In Charge of the department in the absence of the manager.
• May participate in the interviewing and hiring of other staff.
• May be responsible for department daily schedules.
• Interprets library rules and policies for customers.
• Participates in continuing education activities as required and in maintenance of State Librarian Certification activities.
• Performs related work as required.
• Will cross train in other branches and departments in order to fill in system wide at the Librarian II level when needed.

Minimum Qualifications:
A Master's Degree in Library Science from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association. Preferred subject experience in African American Studies, History or Museum Studies.
Two years of experience in a public library, educational institution, or other customer service work.
Current or eligibility for MD Librarian Certification within 90 days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of general library science principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of a subject or age-level specialized topic.
• Excellent internet and electronic research skills.
• Excellent library customer service skills.
• Experience and demonstrated success in library customer service.
• Ability or experience in providing specialized research information to library customers.
• Ability to assign and review the work of support library staff.
• Ability to work in a library team setting and maintain effective working relationships with library staff and management, library customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work a public service schedule that includes evenings and Saturday hours.

Financial Disclosure:
This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.