Santa Ana - Rancho Santiago Community College - Assistant Professor of Library Science

https://rsccd.edu/Employment/Documents/Job%20Announcements/AC19-0740%20Assistant%20Professor%20of%20Library%20Science.pdf

Deadline to Apply

Tuesday, March 19, 2019, 5:00 PM

Salary
The starting salary may range from $58,486.59 - $98,920.27/year for the 10-month academic year, depending upon education and experience. Additional compensation is provided for work beyond the basic teaching contract.

Responsibilities

•Serve as a General Reference/Instruction Librarian.

•Provide library reference and information assistance to students, faculty, staff and community members.

•Conduct library instruction classes.

•Act as a liaison with faculty on the selection of materials; recommend purchase of library resources that support and enrich the curriculum.

•Keep abreast of developments in library science, learning resources and information technology fields.

•Actively participate in staff, faculty, committee and professional meetings.

•Active involvement in shared governance.

•Participate in a team environment with a commitment to service excellence.

•Participate in the development of library policies and procedures.

•Participate in on-going assessment of library programs including program review, strategic planning, and the development and implementation of new services, systems, and programs. •Perform other library related duties as assigned, depending on the needs of the department. Other duties/roles may include collection development coordination, reference desk coordination, curriculum development, and web tool development.

Minimum Qualifications (Applicants must meet one of the following):

•Possess from an accredited institution: A master's degree in library science, or library and information science, OR

•Possess a valid California Community College credential authorizing service in the discipline, OR•The equivalent (applicants who do not meet the above minimum qualifications must complete the Equivalencies Section in the application form and provide conclusive evidence of such). Desirable Qualifications

•A working knowledge of and experience with reference services, preferably in an academic setting.

•Experience conducting library instruction.

•Evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

•Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff.

•Willingness to participate in shared governance.

•Strong public service orientation.

•Evidence of strong written and oral communication skills.

•Ability to meet deadlines for assigned reports and activities.

•Familiarity with e-learning and/or online instruction.

•Experience in teaching students from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and widely varying levels of proficiency preferred.

•A working knowledge of, and experience with, student learning outcomes and assessment.

•Culturally responsive teaching practices and continuous improvement of pedagogy.

•Knowledge of emerging trends in technology and academic libraries.

•Ability to troubleshoot through technology issues.

•Ability to work as a team and collaborate with many disciplines.

Selection CriteriaApplication Screening

In addition to the requirements and responsibilities listed, the following criteria will be considered in selecting candidates for interviews:

•Educational experience - breadth and depth

•Work experience - breadth and depth

•Demonstrated leadership capabilities

•Curriculum development

•Program development

•Community involvement

•Demonstrated experience in working with a diverse socioeconomic community

•Credentials or minimum qualifications authorizing service in other areas of need

•Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others

•Bilingual ability (if needed)Based upon the information presented on the application materials, a limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a written test and oral interview.

Interview Applicants selected for an interview may be required to take additional tests or assessments and will be notified of such prior to the date of the interview. During the oral session, those selected for interviews, in addition to the above, may be evaluated on the following factors:

•Oral communication skills

•Presentation

•Problem solving skills

•Successful teaching, problem solving or performance demonstration

•Writing skills/demonstrationApplicants are requested to provide thorough yet concise information on their related experience to ensure correct evaluation of their qualifications.

A predetermined set of questions will be asked during all interviews. Evaluation criteria will be applied consistently to all applicants.

Method of Application

For consideration in the selection process, interested persons must complete the RSCCD application and upload all required documents online at <http://www.rsccd.edu/employment/Pages/Employment.aspx> by the specified closing date for the position. If you do not have a computer, there is a computer which can only access RSCCD employment website and scanner to upload application materials/documents (no USB) available at the Human Resources Department, 2323 North Broadway, Santa Ana, California, 92706, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday.

Please upload the following application materials in the appropriate boxes with your online application by the closing date:

•Cover Letter (Required)

•Resume (Required)

•Unofficial Transcripts showing that the minimum qualifications are met (Required)

•Any additional supplemental materials (Optional)Travel reimbursement is available to those meeting the established district criteria