Initial Screening Date
03/01/2019
Salary
Initial placement, $82,692 - $123,409 annually
Overview
1. Academic Support
a. Initiate and develop relationships with discipline faculty to provide library learning opportunities in support of campus initiatives such as California Guided Pathways and Multiple Measures
b. Expand student access to librarians and academic support by introducing practices that support different learning styles such as one-on-one research consultations and meeting students across campus in classrooms, centers, or other locations
c. Consult with discipline faculty to develop meaningful connections between library materials and classroom assignments that incorporate library research, develop critical thinking, and support information analysis
d. Promote reference and research services to faculty and students in cooperation with librarians
Overview
1. Academic Support
a. Initiate and develop relationships with discipline faculty to provide library learning opportunities in support of campus initiatives such as California Guided Pathways and Multiple Measures
b. Expand student access to librarians and academic support by introducing practices that support different learning styles such as one-on-one research consultations and meeting students across campus in classrooms, centers, or other locations
c. Consult with discipline faculty to develop meaningful connections between library materials and classroom assignments that incorporate library research, develop critical thinking, and support information analysis
d. Promote reference and research services to faculty and students in cooperation with librarians
2. Public Services
a. Lead, coordinate, and implement, public and reference service initiatives informed by best practices to provide an exceptional user experience for students seeking research assistance
b. Recommend and document reference services policies, practices and workflows based on curriculum and pedagogy and guided by diversity, access, and equity needs to enhance student success
c. Lead the development, review, and maintenance of public service policies, practices, and workflows in discussion with classified staff and librarians
d. Analyze, recommend, and promote modification or improvement of library study spaces and physical layout of service areas and then oversee implementation and ensure completion of approved modifications
e. Collect, analyze, and interpret public service improvement initiatives data focusing on empowering students from diverse backgrounds and experiences and enriching student development and growth of individual information literacy skills
f. Prepare written, analytical reports based on public services data and share findings and recommendations with stakeholders
g. Provide guidance and recommendations for continuous improvement of reference services that supports a philosophy of research skills development focusing on critical thinking and analysis
h. Provide in-person and online chat reference services to a diverse population that support a philosophy of instruction and research skills development focusing on critical thinking and analysis
i. Assist and instruct students, faculty, and staff in constructing effective search strategies, finding relevant resources, and evaluating research materials from full-text research databases, library catalogs, and other print and electronic resources
3. Instruction
a. Teach, develop, and assess library information literacy workshops, library tours, and credit library research courses, and other instruction delivered in both traditional in-person and distance learning formats
b. Teach information literacy concepts using best practices in academic libraries and culturally responsive pedagogy that include print and digital information retrieval strategies, incorporates technology as part of the research and retrieval process, and differentiates and explains the value of print and electronic options
4. Collection Development
a. Develop, evaluate, and maintain assigned library collection areas in collaboration with discipline experts as a librarian liaison to ensure that relevant up-to-date library resources, which reflect the curricular needs of each department, are available to support programs, degrees, and certificates as well as individual courses and subject areas specific to Mt. SAC
b. Use a variety of collection development tools and approval plans to evaluate choices, select materials, and manage collection development processes
5. General Library Duties
a. Collaborate with librarians in all practices in a team-oriented environment
b. Collaborate in the development, evaluation, and assessment of library policies, procedures, and workflows
c. Collaborate in the development and assessment of student learning outcomes and unit objectives by focusing on data analysis and using results to formulate strategies for improved outcomes
d. Participate in professional and co-curricular activities, e.g., committees, student activities, governance processes, or curriculum review and development
e. Fulfill late afternoon and/or evening assignments that may be required as part of the regular contract
Minimum Qualifications
A. The minimum of one of the following qualifications awarded/conferred from a regionally accredited institution:
1. Master’s degree in library science, library and information science; OR
2. The equivalent (must attach an Equivalency Determination Supplemental Form), OR
3. California Community College credential, “Valid for Life” (no longer issued), authorizing service as an instructor in the appropriate discipline (If meeting qualifications with this credential, a copy of the valid lifetime credential AND transcripts must be submitted with the application.)
B. Commitment to the community college goals/objectives of providing quality programs and services for students with diverse abilities and interests; personal qualities to work effectively and sensitively in a multicultural environment; awareness and commitment to the special needs of non-traditional students
C. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English
Preferred Qualifications
1. Master’s degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited library or information school
2. Ability to manage and coordinate library public, reference, and research services
3. Experience working in a team-oriented, public services environment
4. Skills in implementing and documenting public service best practices and policies in support of student learning and success
5. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships between departments and teams with varying needs and goals
6. Knowledge about culturally responsive pedagogical techniques and effective practices for engaging historically underrepresented and underserved students
2. The equivalent (must attach an Equivalency Determination Supplemental Form), OR
3. California Community College credential, “Valid for Life” (no longer issued), authorizing service as an instructor in the appropriate discipline (If meeting qualifications with this credential, a copy of the valid lifetime credential AND transcripts must be submitted with the application.)
B. Commitment to the community college goals/objectives of providing quality programs and services for students with diverse abilities and interests; personal qualities to work effectively and sensitively in a multicultural environment; awareness and commitment to the special needs of non-traditional students
C. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English
Preferred Qualifications
1. Master’s degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited library or information school
2. Ability to manage and coordinate library public, reference, and research services
3. Experience working in a team-oriented, public services environment
4. Skills in implementing and documenting public service best practices and policies in support of student learning and success
5. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships between departments and teams with varying needs and goals
6. Knowledge about culturally responsive pedagogical techniques and effective practices for engaging historically underrepresented and underserved students
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