STAFF SPECIALIST III

This is a professional position for the Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (LBPH) responsible for administering and providing library services and comprehensive information resource network for individuals with disabilities.

Provides public service at the reference and public services desk; uses subject expertise and online search skills to provide in depth reference assistance; provides information and referral service and reader advisory services for all individuals eligible for LBPH services; coordinates and supervises LBPH outreach activities; provides presentations, tours and promotion of library services; coordinates newsletter and other promotional activities; manages and coordinates NFB Newsline outreach activities; oversees all aspects for the Reference/Public Services area; manages and coordinates community information in including, Online Information and Referral database and disability awareness information; supervises and schedules reference desk/virtual reference coverage and participates in local, state, and national organizations serving the information needs of individuals eligible for LBPH services.

EDUCATION: Master’s Degree in Library Information Science or Library Media from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association.  

EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of professional library experience is required; supervisory experience serving individuals with disabilities and/or managing library projects is preferred.

Knowledge of library services for individuals with disabilities; knowledge of online systems, databases and other automated equipment used in a library environment; skill in locating and communicating appropriate reference materials; skill in planning, organizing, and completing presentations; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse clientele and staff; ability to work as a team member and to exercise good judgment and tact; ability to communicate effectively.

To apply for this position online go to MSDE Jobs on JobAps which is the preferred method for submitting your application/attachments.  Using this method will allow you to access your documents for future recruitments for which you apply and to verify that the appropriate documents have been attached to the recruitment that requires them. Please provide sufficient information on your application to document that you meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Please do not put "See Resume" in the job duties section of your application; your application will not be considered.  

If you utilize fax or regular mail as the option to submit required attachments, you will need to resubmit these documents each time you apply for a new position that requires the attachments.  Additionally, you must include the following information on each page of the attachment you submit in order to ensure that we append the attachments to the correct recruitment: First and Last Name, Recruitment Number, and the last 4 digits of your SS# and indicate application for Staff Specialist III, Librarian, LBPH Library Services Position # 069826 Jobaps # 15-005298-0005  Mailing Address: Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Human Resources, 200 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland  21201. Fax: 410-333-8950 – This fax number is for Department of Education recruitment actions only.  

If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850. For inquiries or an MSDE Application, contact 410-767-0019 or TTY/TDD 410-333-3045 or visit our website at http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/.  

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.

Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and travel throughout the state are required.  Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

Closing Date: May 22, 2015