GRADE
TEAC 0003
LOCATION OF POSITION
Jessup Correctional Institution (JCI)7800 House of Correction Road
Jessup MD 20794
Main Purpose of Job
This position manage the provision of library and information services and develop programs for inmates using current library practice and technology as defined by Correctional Education library policies and procedures and Division of Correction regulations.
POSITION DUTIES
Duties of this position include but are not limited to:- Oversight of Correctional Education Library Services Assist the Director of Correctional Education by coordinating library and management system services in support of the various goals and objectives of the Correctional Education Program.
- Delivery of Service Open and operate the library in accordance with a standard operating schedule and in conformity with Correctional Education Library policies and procedures and Division of Correction regulations. Develop programs to meet the information and reentry needs of inmates.
- Planning Plan for the implementation promotion and delivery of services that meet the needs of the full institutional population. Design institutional procedures to ensure increasing usage access and information delivery. Develop collection based on population needs mission of correctional education and reentry needs of inmates.
Record Keeping Maintain all records in compliance with library policy meeting departmental standards for accessibility uniformity and confidentially. Prepare written reports monthly.
Program Evaluation Evaluate monthly statistics and set goals to improve usage where it is incongruent with the size of the institutional population or lower than usage in other Correctional Education libraries of similar size.
Management Recruit train and supervise inmate aides to work in the library in accordance with Correctional Education library goals and objectives. Participate in professional development learning opportunities to assure that skills are consistent with current library practice and with information retrieval and delivery techniques.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Possession of appropriate educational credentials as determined by the Maryland State Board of Education.
Experience: None.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to applicantswho possess the following preferred qualification(s).Include clear and specific information on your application regardingyour qualifications.
1. Experience in current media center practices computer and electronic technologies and providing a variety of media services to a diverse customer base.
2. One year of professional library experience.
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Librarians in State operated school programs are required to acquire and maintain certification in the State of Maryland per Section 6101 of the Education Article of the Annotated Code and Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 13A.12.01.03B(2.Applicants recommended for appointment will be required to complete an Authorization and Verification of Credentials. Information on requirements for certification and procedures for application may be obtained from the Maryland State Board of Education 200 W. Baltimore Street Baltimore MD.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (LABOR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to LABOR/DUI as a result of unemployment overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.We will not consider information submitted after this date.Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified Better Qualified or Qualified and placed on theeligible (employment) list for at least one year.
All information concerning the qualifications including any required documentation (diploma transcript certificate etc. must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.
For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:
For education obtained outside the U.S. a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire. For further information you may call International Consultants of Delaware Inc.or World Education Services Inc.or.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately listing all relevant education and experience addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma transcript certification license etc.. Please include clear detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications desired and/or selective qualifications of the position.
The assessment may consist of a rating of your education training and experience related to the requirements of the position.It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
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If you encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation you may submit via email to: Please be sure to include your name identification number (Easy ID# and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.Online applications are highly recommended. However if you are unable to apply online the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to:
DOL Office of Administration
Attn: Brittany Small
100 S. Charles Street
Baltimore MD 21201
PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION.TTY Users: all via Maryland Relay.
Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Department of Labor that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities services and facilities without regard to race religion color sex age national origin or ancestry marital status parental status sexual orientation disability or veteran status.