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The Best & Next Department has a large and well-regarded media collection including CDs, DVDs, 16mm film, vinyl, video games, etc. We also have an internal audio-visual (AV) crew who does most of the sound and lighting for our public events, and an adult maker space that is in the process of expanding available services. We are looking for a manager for this department who is both passionate about public service and an expert in relevant fields.\nIn coordination with the Executive Director of External Affairs and the Central Library, SLRC Management Team, and SLRC Department Managers, the Best & Next Department Manager is responsible for all aspects of the planning, management, and coordination of city and statewide activities as they relate to the Best & Next Department, the Central Workshop, and the Enoch Pratt Free Library’s AV needs.\nThis is a managerial position under the direction of the Deputy Director of Public Services for the State Library Resource Center (SLRC).\nThis on-site position will work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, and Saturdays.\nDepartment: State Library Resource Center\nLocation: 400 Cathedral Street Baltimore, MD 21201\nSalary: $83,530 to $108,501 per year\nJob Type: On-site Full-Time, Benefits Included\nSummary of Duties:\nThe summary of duties below is not exhaustive. Additional duties are dependent upon the needs of the hiring division.\nDemonstrate a global view of Library services in the role of a major urban public library and as the State Library Resource Center of Maryland.\nCarry out the values in the Diversity and Equity statements of the Library with all staff members and customers.\nMonitor and evaluate staff performance as scheduled and create an atmosphere conducive to staff development.\nMaintain knowledge of trends in areas of technology, AV, media, and public library best practices that will impact service.\nPrepare necessary reports, monitor and analyze statistics, respond to trends, participate on Library and statewide committees, manage internal and external communications.\nWork with department staff in evaluating and recommending the acquisition of new and replacement titles and formats for the collection in coordination with the Library’s Collection Management Division and SLRC Management Team.\nResponsible for implementing the Library’s Strategic Plan Initiatives and the State Library Resource Center’s (SLRC) Annual Plan.\nAssure excellent customer service with adherence to the Enoch Pratt Library’s mission.\nDesign, implement, and evaluate relevant department programming and outreach to a broad and diverse statewide customer base.\nProvide research, reference, and reader’s advisory assistance on general and specialized subjects for walk-ins, telephone, or electronic customers or referral to the appropriate departments or collections.\nDevelop relevant training for local and statewide public library staff.\nProvide AV support for system-wide library events.\nCreate new and innovative programming in the workshop/makerspace area.\nInterprets library policies for customers and department staff.\nRepresent the library in statewide meetings, conferences, and other venues.\nParticipate in the Library’s hiring process, interviewing, and recommending staff for available Library positions.\nWork with the SLRC Office to manage the departmental budget, develop and maintain relationships with vendors, etc., following the procurement policies of the Enoch Pratt Library.\nParticipate in continuing education activities as required and in compliance with State Librarians Certification activities.\nMinimum Qualifications:\nMasters in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university.\nPublic Librarian Certificate, or requirements necessary to apply for a Maryland Public Librarian Certificate, within 90 days of starting employment.\nFour years of planning, programming, and supervisory experience in a public library, museum, or other educational setting.\nExperience in developing programs for information delivery.\nExperience with AV setups that include lighting, sound, and various computing devices.\nAbility to travel throughout Maryland with personal transportation.\nPhysical Requirements: Physical exertion such as standing; 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