Librarian - Public Services Specialist III, Greenbelt Branch

Job Details Level: Experienced |

Job Location:

Greenbelt Branch (GR) - Greenbelt, MD 20770 | Position Type:
Full-time (40 hours) | Benefits Eligible | Education Level: Bachelor's or Master's Degree | Salary Range: $77,329.00 - $82,742.03 Salary/year | Travel Percentage: 0-25% | Job Shift: Day/Evening/Saturday Hours | Job Category:
Adult Services

Join our team as a Librarian III or Public Services Specialist III at the Greenbelt Branch of the Prince George's County Memorial Library System (PGCMLS).

Are you an enthusiastic, community focused library leader who enjoys working with people of all ages? Do you believe libraries are places where children discover a love of reading, teens find welcoming spaces to grow, adults connect with information, and local history is preserved for future generations?

We're seeking an innovative and collaborative leader to oversee information services at our Greenbelt Branch, supervising staff while ensuring exceptional customer service, engaging programs, and meaningful access to library resources for the community.

The ideal candidate enjoys building relationships throughout the community and creating welcoming library experiences for everyone. They bring creativity, leadership, and fresh ideas to public library service and have experience developing engaging programs and collections that serve children, teens, and adults. They inspire and support staff, foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong, and are organized, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic public library setting.

The Greenbelt Branch proudly serves residents of all ages and is home to the Rexford G. Tugwell Special Collection, a unique research collection supporting the study of city and urban planning, sociology, architecture, American history of the New Deal era, consumer cooperatives, and the history of Greenbelt, Maryland. This distinctive collection offers the opportunity to support both everyday library users and researchers exploring this important chapter of American history.

• Lead and support a team that includes a Librarian II and Library Associates, fostering a positive, collaborative workplace.
• Oversee and evaluate staff performance, ensuring training and professional development needs are met.
• Manage staff schedules.
• Ensure customer and staff safety, resolve escalated customer concerns, and maintain operational equipment.
• Deliver outstanding library services to customers of all ages, including children, teens, and adults.
• Promote library services, events, collections, and resources throughout the community.
• Represent the library through outreach with schools, community organizations, agencies, and local partners.
• Ensure high quality reference, reader's advisory, and information services.
• Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of innovative virtual and in-person programs that respond to community interests and needs.
• Oversee the growth, development, and maintenance of library collections, including support for the Tugwell Special Collection.
• Manage the circulation services desk as needed.
• Participate in systemwide initiatives, training sessions, and special projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program.
• Maryland Professional Public Librarian Certificate (upon hire or within six (6) months of hire date).
• Three (3) or more years of professional library experience.

• Bachelor's degree.
• Maryland State Library Associate Training Institute (LATI) Certificate.
• Five (5) years of professional library experience.

• At least three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to earn 90 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) every five years.
• Strong customer service, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with library reference tools, databases, and technology.
• Flexibility to substitute at other branches and participate in special projects.

The successful candidate must be available to work evenings and weekends.

After successful completion of a six month probationary period, telework may be authorized for up to two days per week.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid holidays, annual, personal, and sick leave; medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; retirement benefits; professional development opportunities; and more.

Applicants may also be considered for future Librarian III / Public Services Specialist III opportunities within Prince George's County Memorial Library System based on organizational needs and candidate qualifications.