Enoch Pratt Free Library Hiring for Librarian II, Teen Center at Baltimore, MD Full Time

The Pratt Library is accepting applications for a Librarian II position for the Central Library Earl Teen Center for Learning and Leadership. The Teen Center at the Central Library is space just devoted to teens! It has a large collection of books as well as graphic design quality computers, virtual reality headsets, a classroom with state of the art AV gear, a recording studio, a dedicated maker space, and it’s own circulating Library of Things collection! If you can think of a program that will help empower teens to make their mark on the world, you will be able to do it here! The Earl Teen Center is an inclusive, safe space aiming to enrich the lives of Baltimore City Teens. The space is equipped for hands-on learning and creation with sewing machines, laser printers, crickets, heat presses, a professional sound and video production studio and much more.

The ideal candidate will support the Creation Station, STEM, teen leadership development, creative arts, audio visual technology access through technology training, career readiness and workforce development.

This position reports to the department manager.

Summary of Duties

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

Public Service

Works with the Manager to ensure materials in the space support the curriculum of Baltimore City Schools (public, private and specialized).

Provides reference and programming services to teens locally and statewide who

access the library as walkin, telephone, and remote library customers.

Provides assistance in the development of specialized programs for the teen

audience as well as the selection of print and electronic books, resources, and databases for Library customers.

Serves on committees related to Library public service.

Participates with Library staff in planning special library programs for intended

audience.

Monitors the collection of activity and data and assists in the formulation of weekly, monthly and annual reports.

This position may include introductory level management including interviewing and hiring staff, participating in staff development, and working with staff who are struggling in order to help them improve their performance and achieve their career goals. The Librarian II should be comfortable having honest conversations about performance with other staff in the department.

Outreach

Works in collaboration with Library staff in planning subject specific public

programming,

Develops web based subject resources designed to meet the information needs, life

long learning objectives, and entertainment interest of Library teen customers

Works with City institutions and organizations to create awareness of Teen Center Programming, and facilitates outreach both onsite, offsite and at branch libraries.

Minimum Qualifications

A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university. Two years experience in a public library, school, or other youth services organization working directly with teens required.

Experience with teen programming and related outreach and public service work preferred.

The successful candidate is expected to have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Desired Qualifications:
MLS from an ALA accredited institution and a considerable knowledge of teen literature, media, programs, and development

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Understanding of public service preferably in a public library setting; good oral and

written communication skills; proficiency with the use of the Google & Microsoft Suite of programs;

Supplemental Information

Drug & Alcohol Testing

Those under final consideration for appointment will be required to submit to drug and alcohol testing.

Position of Trust

Those under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of and successfully complete a criminal conviction check.