Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Sacramento City College - Public Services Librarian



I'm very excited to post this! We're hiring!!!
 

Closing Date: 03-07-2014

Public Services Librarian  
Sacramento City College is an urban college in a park-like setting located in the heart of the Sacramento metropolitan area. The College is a learning center for approximately 24,000 day and evening students. Founded in 1916, Sacramento City College is a place of tradition and history, with a vitality and diversity that is contemporary. The College consists of a main campus and outreach centers in Davis and West Sacramento. Classes are offered seven days a week, both day and evening. The faculty and staff of Sacramento City College value a humanistic approach to learning, teaching, and working together in a diverse community. The college is a part of the Los Rios Community College District and uses an interest based approach to dispute resolution.  
Under the supervision of the Dean, Learning Resources and in collaboration with the other librarians, the Public Services Librarian shall: provide reference and information services to students and staff; provide library instruction in a variety of settings; maintain up-to-date instruction materials for library resources including print and online publications and services; select materials in subject areas for print and electronic collections; utilize current and emerging technology in reference and instruction duties. The Public Services Librarian may: instruct students in credit courses; develop, coordinate, and assess library instruction and information competency programs for students and faculty; develop and coordinate programs to market library resources and services to students and faculty. These assignments may be reallocated periodically, and assignments may depend on the interests and qualifications of the library faculty. Teaching assignment may include day, evening, on-line, hybrid, weekend, and/or off campus classes.

The Sacramento City College Library maintains a focus on:
Innovative approaches to and careful assessment of library instruction; the appropriate use of technology in providing library services; effective outreach and marketing of library services to a diverse community college population  

General Responsibilities:
The faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in his/her regular teaching field; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty as outlined in the college faculty handbook.  

Special Requirements:
1. Have a master's degree from an accredited institution, completed by August 21, 2014, in library science or library and information science; OR, the equivalent.* OR, hold a California Community College Instructor's Credential in the discipline area.
2. Have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles.
* Note: Applicants applying under the "equivalent" provision must attach details and explain how their academic preparation is equivalent of the degree listed above.  

Application Instructions:
To receive full consideration applicants applying to this Los Rios Community College District faculty posting are required to submit:
1. Los Rios Community College District Faculty Application
2. Unofficial transcripts of college/university work ** ("graduate advising documents and grade reports" will not be accepted as unofficial transcripts) NOTE: Los Rios employees are also required to submit unofficial copies of transcripts
3. Resume
4. Two letters of recommendation
5. Letter of Interest
6. ***Supplemental Application - To receive full consideration for this position, the Supplemental Application Questions must be completed and attached to your application by the closing date of the position. Please contact the Human Resources office should you need assistance with this process.
Supplemental questions
Please respond, on a separate sheet of paper, to either of the following questions to assist the hiring committee in obtaining a complete picture of your experience and qualifications: 
·         How would you lead the development of a comprehensive library instruction program targeted at a diverse group of students? Name some specific strategies.
·         How would you market a library instruction program to faculty, staff, and students?
**Note: Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees and other relevant documents. A foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign course work is used to meet minimum qualifications and/or salary placement even if the foreign transcript has been accepted by a college or university in the United States.
Do not submit additional materials that are not requested.
Full-time, Tenure-track Position
Beginning on or about August 21, 2014.  

How and where to apply:
Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions for complete information on how to apply online with our District. Application services are available between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, at the Los Rios Community College District Human Resources Office located at 1919 Spanos Court, Sacramento, CA 95825-3981. If you need assistance with any phase of the application process, please call (916) 568-3112 or come in during our business hours. Submission of applications are by midnight of the posting closing date.  

Conditions:
All Positions: Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful clearance from a criminal background check, freedom from tuberculosis, and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States prior to the first day of work. The District may select additional qualified candidates should unexpected vacancies or needs occur during this recruitment/selection process. When education is a requirement for the position, official academic transcripts from the accredited college/university must be submitted within 60 days of hire.
Administrative/Executive/Faculty Positions: Contingent on funding and eligibility, successful candidates selected for an interview may be eligible to apply for partial reimbursement of travel expenses.
Administrative/Executive Positions: Administrative positions may be subject to the District's Conflict of Interest Code, and a statement of economic interest is required within thirty (30) days following appointment to the position. Management/Executive positions are exempt from overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.  

Job Posting Number: 0001441  
Salary: $43,976 - $72,907 per year  

Additional Salary Information:
Entering annual salary within a given range varies, depending upon units and degrees completed at accredited colleges/universities and on verified experience. Additional earnings may be available for summer, overloads, and stipends.
Position Type: Faculty  
Location SCC (Sacramento City College) - Library
Work Year - 164 days  

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