Librarian II Materials Selector

The Enoch Pratt Free Library has an opening for a collaborative and innovative Librarian II Materials Selector to help build and maintain a diverse, relevant, and responsive library collection. Under the supervision of the Collection Development Department Manager, the Librarian II Selector develops, evaluates, and maintains collections for children and adults, selecting materials that support the library's mission and meeting the evolving needs and interests of the community across all library locations. The Enoch Pratt Free Library is the public library system for the City of Baltimore. It consists of a central library, 21 branches, and a mobile unit that serves the city’s diverse neighborhoods. There are approximately 2.3 million volumes in the entire system, comprising print, digital, and audio-visual products. This on-site position is located at the Central library, which serves as the State Library Resource Center (SLRC) as well as the main branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library. The selection of library materials reflects and supports the mission of both. Daily start and end times are negotiable. Employees may be eligible to work remotely one day per week after 90 days of employment, consistent with library policy and operational needs. Department: State Library Resource Center Location: 400 Cathedral Street Baltimore, MD 21201 Salary: $62,375 to $75,811 per year Job Type: On-site Full-Time, Benefits Included Summary of Duties: Supports the educational and recreational needs of youth in the City of Baltimore and the State of Maryland by providing new materials in various formats for branch (NLS) and central library (SLRC) collections. Identifies the needs and interests of a diverse school-age population and tracks trends in children’s and adult publishing. Assists with the purchase of new adult level materials in a timely manner for branch and central library collections using both digital and print selection tools. Identifies and monitors new titles by utilizing library specific print and digital publications including newsletters, blogs, and other trending resources. Supports library programming by ordering and tracking materials requests to ensure accurate and timely delivery. Prepares replacement lists for assigned subject areas in fiction and nonfiction using the Collection Assessment and Replacement Schedule. Assists with evaluating, weeding, inventorying, and refreshing the library’s collections. Implements collection development initiatives with various team members. Analyzes circulation and other library data using electronic analytics tools and reports to identify and respond to the needs, interests, and trends of a diverse community. Administers materials budget for areas of selection of responsibilities and tracks budget via provided reports and other tools. Interact with pertinent vendor and publisher account representatives. Reviews individual and publisher gifts for inclusion in Library collections. Train branch and departmental staff in collection management policies and procedures, including de-selection of materials. Regular visits to branch locations and related departments. Maintains open communication with library staff. Works closely with other Collection Development and Technical Services Department staff to determine priorities, facilitate effective workflow, accomplish goals, and resolve issues as they arise. Participates in Department and Division planning to support the library’s strategic initiatives. Serves on Library committees as appropriate and demonstrates interest and engagement in Library activities. Stays current on trends, knowledge, and skills through involvement in continuing education opportunities. Participates in professional activities at the local, state, and national level as appropriate and demonstrates interest and engagement in library activities. Minimum Qualifications: Masters in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from an American Library Association (…

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