Enoch Pratt Library Juvenile Materials Selector

Enoch Pratt Free Library seeks a Juvenile Materials Selector

The Enoch Pratt Library has an opening for a Juvenile Materials Selector, Librarian II in the Collection Development Department. The Librarian chooses materials in all formats for the Enoch Pratt Free Library system and collaborates in the maintenance of the library’s extensive collections. The Collection Development Department comprises two sections, the Selection and Acquisitions Units. The Librarian II Materials Selector works under the supervision of the Collection Development Department Manager.

The Enoch Pratt Free Library is the public library system for the city of Baltimore. It consists of a Central Library, 19 branches, and a mobile unit that serves the city’s diverse neighborhoods and houses a collection of approximately 2.3 million volumes, including print and audio-visual products.

The 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. Selection of library materials reflects and supports the mission of both. The hours will be normal business hours on Monday through Friday. This position can work remotely 1 day per week after 90 days of employment.

• Supports the educational and recreational needs of youth in Baltimore City 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-centric print and digital publications including newsletters, blogs and other trending resources.
• Supports Library programming by ordering and tracking requests to ensure accurate and timely delivery of materials.
• 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, and partners with others to implement collection development initiatives.
• Analyzes circulation and other data points via various electronic library analytics tools and reports in order to identify needs and interests of a diverse community.
• Manages standing order plans from specialized vendors.
• Administers materials budget for areas of selection responsibilities and tracks budget via provided reports and other tools.
• Interacts with vendor and publisher account representatives.
• Reviews individual and publisher gifts for inclusion in Library collections.
• Trains branch and departmental staff in collection management policies and procedures, including de-selection of materials.
• 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.

• Masters in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university.
• Public Librarian Certificate, or requirements necessary to apply for a Maryland Public Librarian Certificate, within 90 days of starting employment.
• Two years’ experience in collection development in a library environment.
• Experience with children's literature and childhood development.
• Experience with MARC records and integrated library systems.
• Experience in a public library and/or urban setting…