Title: Librarian, Collection Development and Technical and Online Services
Open Date: April 16, 2015
Review Date: May 19, 2015
POSITION DESCRIPTION: College of the Canyons is seeking a
faculty leader in the area of Library Science. This is an eleven-month professional,
full-time tenure track position beginning fall 2015. This position is responsible
for technical service functions related to selecting and cataloging print and
non-print materials, ensuring online access to library services, and
maintaining a library presence on the Internet. All Librarians perform multiple
roles including public service, user instruction and coordination of the
operational area, as well as other professional responsibilities. The position
may include a combination of teaching, department, college, and community
leadership functions. Assignment may include day, evening, and weekend duties
at all District sites.
DUTIES OF THE POSITION
Under the direction of the area Dean and in coordination with
the Head Librarian;
• Organizes and oversees technical services and collection development
operations including selection and delegation of selection, acquisition,
cataloging, de-acquisition of instructional materials of various formats.
• Manages acquisition budget lines.
• Acts as liaison between the library and faculty in instructional
divisions on matters related to library collections.
• Manages the integrated library system (Voyager) including
Circulation, Cataloging, Acquisitions, Public Access Catalog, Access Reports,
System Administration, and OER repository.
• Collaborates with Computer Support Staff to maintain the server
for the Library system.
• Collaborates in the development and maintenance of the web
presence of the Library (social media, web page).
• Provides reference desk assistance.
• Participates in the Library’s information literacy program
as needed.
• Interacts with vendors on behalf of the library in
relation to library materials and technical and online services.
• Works collegially with other faculty, staff, and administrators
on campus committees, represent College of the Canyons to local and regional
organizations, and investigate mutually beneficial community partnerships with
local businesses, libraries and schools.
• Maintains office hours and participates in department, division,
and college committees and governance.
• Participates in and implements departmental and college program
reviews.
• Participates in additional faculty responsibilities,
including college decision-making activities related to professional and
academic matters. The activities will occur both within the department as well
as in the larger College setting.
• Performs other duties as assigned. This position is a high
priority for our District for the 2015-2016 year and is contingent upon
continued available district, grant and state funding.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Possession of an unexpired California Community College Instructor
Credential in Library Science
OR
• Master’s degree in library science, or library and information
science
No equivalencies are accepted for this discipline.
DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES
• A Master’s degree from an American Library Association (ALA)
accredited institution.
• At least one year of experience in working within an ILS (Ex
Libris’ Voyager preferred) including within the cataloging module.
• Knowledge of cataloging and classification standards such as
AACR2, MARC 21, Library of Congress Classification, and Library of Congress
Subject Headings.
• Familiarity with key Collection Development concepts and standards.
• Experience at providing reference assistance, either in person
or through virtual channels, to library users.
• Experience in developing and presenting workshops or similar
library instructional sessions.
• Familiarity and working experience with web content management
systems such as SharePoint.
• Knowledge of copyright and appropriate use of intellectual
property.
• Familiarity with equipment, materials, supplies, and
related items used in all areas of the library.
• Commitment to maintain currency in the discipline, including
use of advanced technology required in the discipline.
• Experience with online teaching and pedagogy is desired.
• Strong commitment to professional growth and development,
and to the continued innovation and
improvement of successful teaching.
• Ability to work effectively with computers and other forms
of advanced technology utilized in providing high quality instruction and the
understanding and successful use of learning technology.
• Willingness to facilitate and encourage student success by
working to develop varied and innovative academic learning environments.
• Ability to communicate professionally and clearly with students
and staff, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive
and effective working relationships with on-campus groups (including students,
faculty, administrators and staff), as well as, off-campus community and
education partners.
• In addition to being well qualified to teach in their respective
disciplines, it is desirable that faculty have additional abilities and interests
in contributing to other professional pursuits at the College, such as: instructional
innovation, second language ability, sponsoring clubs, new program development,
student success initiatives and community outreach.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse
academic, socio-economic, cultural, ethnic and disability backgrounds of
community college students.
Professional Responsibilities:
• Faculty members at College of the Canyons facilitate student
learning by working to develop every student’s abilities and by designing
varied and exciting learning environments.
• Faculty members work as team members with all staff, create
innovations in teaching and learning methods, and work to provide an
environment for students to be partners in learning.
• Faculty members also assist in program planning, carry out
related projects and evaluate related department programs and faculty.
• Faculty members carry out their professional responsibilities
by participating in the college decision-making activities related to academic
and professional matters via meetings, by participating on project teams, by
engaging in ongoing and meaningful professional development, and by providing
support to students on a one-to-one and small group basis at regularly
scheduled times.
In addition to professional expertise in teaching within the
discipline, applicants should possess the following abilities and attitudes
that have been identified as important to successful performance in the
position.
Professional Abilities:
• Success and commitment as a team player, including the ability
to engage in cooperative problem solving;
• Success at initiating, executing and following up on projects,
including the ability to set specific objectives and measure achieved results;
• A commitment to the mission and values of the community
college;
• A positive attitude, including the ability to foster collegiality;
• Flexibility, including the acceptance of and willingness
to change;
• Open-mindedness, including fairness and the ability to see
multiple perspectives;
• The willingness to take risks and be innovative;
• A willingness to see complex tasks through to completion;
and
• The willingness to accept responsibility for professional and
personal growth.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
• Eleven-month position; anticipated start date fall 2015.
• Placement on the Academic Salary Schedule 1 depending on
education and experience. Salary range
$60,852-$96,768 annually (adjusted for 12 months).
• Part of the teaching assignment may be evenings and/or weekends
at all District sites.
• The instructor may be expected to deliver instruction utilizing
nontraditional delivery methods.
• Successful completion of background fingerprint clearance,
pre-employment physical examination (disabilities not related to the physical
job will not affect the application process) and TB screening.
• An excellent benefit package including medical, vision, dental,
life and Section 125 is offered.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States and
signing of loyalty oath per government codes 3100-3109.
• Meeting applicable eligibility requirements under CalPERS or
CalSTRS if you are a current or former member.
• Board of Trustees approval.
• Official transcript must be submitted upon offer of employment.
• Position is contingent upon funding and is subject to change.
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Position requires sitting and viewing a computer monitor for
extended periods of time plus frequent periods of standing and walking, which may
include climbing staircases; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a
computer keyboard and related equipment; reaching, bending, kneeling, crawling
and stooping; frequently exert 10-20 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull
or otherwise move
objects; hearing and speaking to communicate and provide information
to others; vision to read printed material and computer monitor; handling and
working with various materials and objects; and travel from site-to-site.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants are encouraged to complete their applications online.
Please visit our website at
http://www.canyons.edu/Offices/HumanResources. If you require
assistance, please call the Human Resources office at (661)362-3427 or for
hearing impaired TTY Line at (661)362-5178. Applicants may check the status of
their application online and may expect to be notified within approximately 4 -
5 weeks following the Review Date as to the status of their application. All
application materials must be uploaded online or received in the Human
Resources office by the end of the day on the review date in order to assure consideration
for this position. Postmark is not acceptable for this purpose. Separate
application materials must be submitted for each position applied for. Materials
submitted become property of the District and will not be returned, copied, or
considered for other openings.
The following application materials are required for your application
to be complete. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• District Academic Application.
• Cover letter addressing how and why candidate meets the
required and desired qualifications for this position.
• A detailed resume summarizing education and experience.
• At least three (3) current (within the last five years) letters
of recommendation are required. Letters must be signed (no fancy font signatures)
and dated. One formal, signed teaching evaluation (dated within the last five
years) may be substituted in lieu of one letter of reference. Three (3) current
letters of professional reference that clearly describe why you are a strong candidate/good
fit for this specific position based on the job description, are preferred.
• College transcripts verifying educational degree(s) required
for the position. Submit unofficial copies of
transcripts for application purposes. Copies of college diplomas
are not acceptable in lieu of transcripts. Please see our website for
evaluation requirements for units and degrees earned at foreign institutions.
• Confidential Recruitment Source Information (Optional).
Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
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