Floating Library Assistant (EMPLOYEE TRAINING SPECIALIST II)

Introduction

The Maryland Department of Labor - Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning is accepting applications from qualified applicants for the position of Employee Training Specialist II - Floating Library Assistant. This is a contractual position responsible for providing teaching and learning to residents of an adult maximum correctional facility.�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

GRADE

14\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

Roxbury Correctional Institution (RCI)\r\n18701 Roxbury Road\r\nHagerstown, MD 21746\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The Floating Library Assistant supports the delivery of library services across multiple correctional facility libraries within the Central Region. The position assists librarians in providing access to library resources, supporting educational programming, and maintaining daily library operations that promote literacy, education, personal development, and successful community reentry for incarcerated individuals.\r\n\r\n\r\nWorking under the direction of� Correctional Education librarians and leadership, the Floating Library Assistant provides operational, programmatic, and logistical support to ensure consistent access to library services and programming across participating facilities. Duties include assisting with program preparation and facilitation, supporting patron services, maintaining library materials and records, and helping ensure that libraries operate in accordance with Correctional Education policies and institutional procedures.\r\n\r\n\r\nLibrary services are delivered in alignment with Correctional Education policies, institutional procedures, and the American Library Association (ALA) Standards for Library Services for the Incarcerated and Detained, supporting equitable access to information, education resources, and library programming.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Duties of this position include but are not limited to:\r\n\r\n\r\nProgram Support and Delivery\r\nThe assistant supports the preparation and delivery of library programs by organizing materials, assisting with setup, and supporting program facilitation. Programs are implemented as planned and contribute to literacy, educational engagement, and patron participation.�\r\n\r\n\r\nLibrary Operations Supports\r\nThe assistant supports the preparation and delivery of library programs by organizing materials, assisting with setup, and supporting program facilitation. Programs are implemented as planned and contribute to literacy, education engagement, and patron participation.\r\n\r\n\r\nPatron Services�\r\nThe assistant supports daily library operations by assisting with locating materials, accessing resources, and participating in library services. Interactions contribute to a welcoming and structured library environment.\r\n\r\n\r\nEvening Library Services and Program Support\r\nThe assistant provides afternoon and evening library services that expand patron access to library resources and programming. Services support consistent engagement during hours when access is traditionally limited.\r\n\r\n\r\nCollection Maintenance\r\nLibrary materials are organized, shelved, and maintained to ensure accessibility and usability. The assistant supports inventory, organization, and basic upkeep of the collection.\r\n\r\n\r\nRecord Keeping�\r\nLibrary records, circulation data. and program documentation are maintained accurately and in a timely manner under the direction of the supervising librarian.�\r\n\r\n\r\nProfessional Collaboration\r\nThe assistant works collaboratively with librarians, Correctional Education staff, and institutional personnel. Duties are performed in accordance with Correctional Education policies, institutional procedures, and expectations for professional conduct within a correctional environment.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Six years of experience planning and conducting employee development and training.\r\nNotes:\r\n1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience planning, conducting or coordinating training or staff development activities for the required experience.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in education and training classification or education and training specialty codes in the education and training field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n Experience working with adult learners or underserved populations\r\n Experience supporting educational programs or group activities\r\n Experience working in secure or institutional environments�\r\n Strong organizational and communication skills\r\n\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

NOT APPLICABLE.\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees are required to meet mandatory standards for continuing education as determined by the hiring department. Employees who fail to obtain the required continuing education credits shall be subject to disciplinary action including demotion, suspension and dismissal.\r\n

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 the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\nPlease note: A resume may be attached as supplemental information; however, only the information provided in the application will be reviewed and considered in the evaluation process.\r\nAll 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.\r\nFor positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:\r\nEducational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.\r\n

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.\r\nLeave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans’ status.�\r\nIf you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via email to brittany.small@maryland.gov. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.\r\nPLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION\r\nCompleted applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:\r\nMD Department of Labor/Office of Human Resources\r\nAttn: 26-002919-0003 (Library Assistant - Employee Training Specialist II)\r\n100 S. Charles Street\r\nBaltimore, MD 21201\r\nThe MD State Application Form can be found online\r\nMaryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MDOL 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.\r\n