Los Angeles - Los Angeles Valley College - Librarian

https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=6&id=390

Application Deadline: April 27, 2018
Begin:  Fall Semester 2018     

SALARY AND BENEFITS
The Los Angeles Community College District determines placement on the pay scale depending on verified education and employment history. Current starting annual salary range is $55,760 to $86,820.  Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents, life insurance, and (State Teachers Retirement System) retirement program.
                                                                                             
JOB DESCRIPTION
Los Angeles Valley College invites you to apply for the position of Librarian for a full-time, tenure track, 10-month position beginning Fall 2018.  The Library seeks a dynamic, user-focused, visionary individual to provide expertise in the effective integration of new technologies into teaching and learning and to promote these technologies in service of information competency.  Candidates must have working knowledge of automated library systems and electronic information resources.  The primary responsibility will be for library instruction and reference service with emphasis on current technological aspects.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    Provide information competency instruction in all subject disciplines including general education, career education and foundational courses;
    Provide reference service to students, faculty and other library users;
    Develop and assess course and program learning outcomes, including the use of assessment results to improve student learning, access and retention;
    Implement inclusive learning environments and curricula that welcome and engage all students, incorporating Instructional technologies to improve student learning;
    Liaise and provide outreach to academic departments, faculty, students and other campus programs;
    Collaborate with faculty to develop assignments and incorporate new resources into specific classes;
    Participate in professional development activities and maintain current knowledge in the discipline;
    Develop online guides for the library's website including course specific guides;
    Participate in campus shared -governance and/or committees;
    Participate in development of library policies and procedures;
    Work regular evening and weekend hours;
    Other library/college related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree in library science, or library and information science;
OR The equivalent.

Desired Qualifications
    Teaching and presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively with both new and experienced users;
    Experience in providing reference services in an academic environment;
    Knowledge of cataloging or willingness to learn;
    Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the design, delivery, and assessment of information - competency workshops and credit and non-credit library science courses;
    Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a college setting;
    Knowledge of automated library systems and electronic information resources;
    A sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
    Knowledge of current and emerging library principles, practices, and technologies;
    Strong written and oral communication skills;
    Experience working with online students;
    Coursework or experience in instructional design;
    A willingness to accept varied responsibilities within the department and college.

APPLICATION AND EVALUATION PROCESS:
Applicants are required to file the application using web-based software to create an applicant profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments.  The application address is https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=6&c=laccd.  Application materials are not accepted by fax, walk-ins, postal mail and e-mail.  To be considered for this position:

1)    A detailed letter of interest addressing the responsibilities;
2)    A current resume;
3)    Copies of transcript(s) from accredited institutions (official transcripts will be required at the time of hiring).  Documentation from an approved foreign transcript evaluator is required for degrees received from other countries.  You can obtain a listing of approved foreign evaluation agencies at http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf.  Foreign evaluations must be processed and completed prior to filing an application.
4)    A list of three references including the name, title, address, and telephone numbers of individuals who can assess the candidate’s qualifications for the position.

For additional information, please about the application process contact Tom Aduwo at aduwotm@lavc.edu or 818-778-5532.