Library Jobs in California: 2021

Monday, December 20, 2021

Folsom Public Library - Library Technician

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/folsom/jobs/3348966/library-technician

$45,671 - $63,211 a year - Full-time

Applications are limited to the first 50 received or the final filing date of 1/02/2022, which ever occurs first.

Examples of Essential Duties

Provide patrons with information about library resources, materials, and services; maintain an automated, comprehensive, accurate, and current database of information on available library resources.

Act as a liaison with cooperative libraries and fill requests from other libraries.

Plan, coordinate, and/or conduct special programs such as story hours or reading programs.

Perform community outreach programs.

Conduct and oversee inventories of books and other library materials.

Maintain bibliographies and create book lists; conduct bibliographic searches using a library computer system.

Provide patrons with information about library resources, materials, and services; maintain an automated, comprehensive, accurate, and current database of information on available library resources.

Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers and lower level staff to carry out program goals.

Interpret library policy in absence of a Librarian.

Develop promotional materials, including news releases and flyers.

Collect fines and fees; assist patrons in locating library materials and using library resources.

Check out and check in library materials to patrons.

Acquire, process, and maintain library materials including basic cataloging.

Compile data and prepare summary activity reports including circulation, number of materials added/discarded, materials processed and held, patrons served, and other statistics.

Participate in the preparation and maintenance of displays and exhibits.

Give group tours to children, parents, and organizations.

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

General procedures involved in receipt, circulation, and storage of library materials.

General library classification and filing systems.

Principles and practices of work safety.

Standard library practices, techniques and terminology.

Standard public library procedures including cataloging, bibliographic search, procedures, and the use of reference sources and materials.

Modern office procedures.

Methods and computer equipment.

Alphabetical, numerical, and chronological filing systems.

Basic mathematical principles.

Recordkeeping practices and principles.

Ability to:

Review documents related to library operations.

Observe, identify, and problem solve library operations and procedures.

Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.

Work fairly and courteously with the public; and work effectively with interruption.

Learn to prepare effective technical reports with recommendations and findings.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Learn computerized cataloging, bibliographical, and circulation system databases and rules for entry of materials.

Learn library practices and procedures.

Learn location of materials in the library.

Work accurately with alphanumeric codes.

Assist patrons in the location and use of library materials.

Type at a speed necessary for successful work performance.

Operate a personal computer and use software; use a calculator, typewriter, telephone, facsimile machine, photocopy machine.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

A bachelor's degree in library science, English, Liberal Arts or a closely related field from an accredited college.

Experience:

Two (2) years of full-time clerical experience working in a library and/or working with children in a teaching environment. Library work experience strongly preferred. Experience working with children strongly preferred.

Substitution:

Additional qualifying library experience can substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis for up to two years.

License, Certificate, Registration Requirements:

Some positions may require the possession of, or the ability to obtain and retain, a California Class C driver license by the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Other Requirements: Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements:

Work is performed in a typical office environment. (1) Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting and standing for long periods of time; occasional bending or squatting. (2) Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 25 pounds. (3) Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. (4) Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. (5) Hearing/ Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. (6) Emotional/ Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. (7) Environmental: frequent exposure to noise.

Thursday, December 16, 2021

Roseville - City of Roseville - Library Assistant II

https://www.calopps.org/roseville/job-20189309

Salary

$3,238.00-$4,557.00 Monthly

Close Date

1/7/2022 at 5pm

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of responsible clerical tasks in support of library operations in circulation, technical and virtual library services.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the journey level class in the Library Assistant series and is distinguished from the I level by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned with only occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory staff.

May exercise technical and functional supervision over lower level library staff as appropriate.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assist in classifying and cataloging a variety of materials for inclusion in the library collection; enter and maintain records of holdings; assist in processing and quality control of new materials.
Repair a variety of collection materials such as magazines, art prints and books, including reinforcing spines and taping torn pages; prepare books to be sent to the bindery.
Maintain and process financial records for purchase orders, card purchases and payment requests; place vendor orders; process invoices for payment; receive and route materials.
Receive and process holds and inter-library loan requests; contact customers about damaged or missing material; calculate and assess related fees; check in and prepare materials for return to circulation; prepare vendor orders; verify new or repaired library material shipments with on-order records.
Register new customers and issue library cards; charge and discharge materials at the front desk; explain library services and circulation policies and procedures, including hold practices; assist customers with overdue materials and claimed return procedures; accept payments and balance cash drawer.
Assist customers with information inquiries in person, by telephone or e-mail; help customers in identifying and locating library materials and in using a variety of equipment and processes such as self-check machines, printers, copiers, typewriters, and internet access and usage.
Sort and distribute daily deliveries; locate, retrieve and shelve books and other materials according to procedure; compile data and statistics; prepare summary activity reports.
Participate in library programs and events as assigned.
Assist in training, assigning and reviewing the work of part-time and temporary employees and volunteers.
Participate in the preparation and maintenance of displays and exhibits; process bills and perform other related clerical duties including typing, data entry, and answering telephones.
Review and certify the accuracy of the library collection database; monitor and correct inaccuracies.
Assist with the maintenance of the City’s virtual library including the installation of software and the more routine system configuration and troubleshooting of hardware and software issues.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
Perform related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Basic knowledge and use of library materials and terminology.
Practices and techniques of customer service.
Basic arithmetic including, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Modern office equipment and procedures including use of a variety of software applications.
Practices and procedures related to public library operations, including cataloging, bibliographic search procedures and use of reference sources and materials.
Basic policies and methods related to accounting and financial recordkeeping.

Ability to:

Learn to perform a variety of responsible customer service tasks in support of library operations in circulation and technical service areas.
Intermittently, review documents related to department operations; observe, identify and problem solve office operations and procedures; understand, interpret and explain department policies and procedures; explain operations and problem solve office issues for the public and with staff.
On a continuous basis, sit at desk and/or stand at counter for long periods of time. Intermittently twist and reach office equipment; intermittently push and pull carts; stand and sit continuously when on a public desk; write and use keyboard to communicate through written means; run errands; lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.
Learn to use automated cataloging, classification, bibliographical and circulation systems.
Make accurate mathematical calculations.
Use a personal computer and a variety of software applications; type at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
Work weekends and evening shifts as required.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Independently perform responsible clerical tasks in support of library operations in circulation and technical service areas.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

Two years of experience performing duties similar to that of a Library Assistant I in the City of Roseville (performing responsible clerical tasks in support of library operations in circulation, technical and virtual library services).

AND

Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree; supplemental course work in library science, information science, office technology or a related field is desirable.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date appointment.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of date of hire, First Aid and CPR Certifications as issued by the American Red Cross.

Roseville - City of Roseville - Library Assistant I

https://www.calopps.org/roseville/job-20189301

Salary

$2,944.00-$4,143.00 Monthly

Close Date

1/7/2022 at 5pm

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of responsible clerical tasks in support of library operations in circulation, technical and virtual library services.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry-level class in the Library Assistant series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. The Library Assistant I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives immediate supervision from assigned supervisory staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assist in classifying and cataloging a variety of materials for inclusion in the library collection; enter and maintain records of holdings; assist in processing and quality control of new materials.
Repair a variety of collection materials such as magazines, art prints and books, including reinforcing spines and taping torn pages; prepare books to be sent to the bindery.
Maintain and process financial records for purchase orders, card purchases and payment requests; place vendor orders; process invoices for payment; receive and route materials.
Receive and process holds and inter-library loan requests; contact customers about damaged or missing material; calculate and assess related fees; check in and prepare materials for return to circulation; prepare vendor orders; verify new or repaired library material shipments with on-order records.
Register new customers and issue library cards; charge and discharge materials at the front desk; explain library services and circulation policies and procedures, including hold practices; assist customers with overdue materials and claimed return procedures; accept payments and balance cash drawer.
Assist customers with information inquiries in person, by telephone or e-mail; help customers in identifying and locating library materials and in using a variety of equipment and processes such as self-check machines, printers, copiers, typewriters, and internet access and usage.
Sort and distribute daily deliveries; locate, retrieve and shelve books and other materials according to procedure; compile data and statistics; prepare summary activity reports.
Participate in library programs and events as assigned.
Assist in training, assigning and reviewing the work of part-time and temporary employees and volunteers.
Participate in the preparation and maintenance of displays and exhibits; process bills and perform other related clerical duties including typing, data entry, and answering telephones.
Review and certify the accuracy of the library collection database; monitor and correct inaccuracies.
Assist with the maintenance of the City’s virtual library including the installation of software and the more routine system configuration and troubleshooting of hardware and software issues.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
Perform related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Basic knowledge and use of library materials and terminology.
Practices and techniques of customer service.
Basic arithmetic including, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Modern office equipment and procedures including use of a variety of software applications.

Ability to:

Learn to perform a variety of responsible customer service tasks in support of library operations in circulation and technical service areas.
Intermittently, review documents related to department operations; observe, identify and problem solve office operations and procedures; understand, interpret and explain department policies and procedures; explain operations and problem solve office issues for the public and with staff.
On a continuous basis, sit at desk and/or stand at counter for long periods of time. Intermittently twist and reach office equipment; intermittently push and pull carts; stand and sit continuously when on a public desk; write and use keyboard to communicate through written means; run errands; lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.
Learn to use automated cataloging, classification, bibliographical and circulation systems.
Make accurate mathematical calculations.
Use a personal computer and a variety of software applications; type at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
Work weekends and evening shifts as required.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

No experience is required; responsible customer service experience in a customer service environment is desired.

AND

Training:

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date appointment.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of date of hire, First Aid and CPR Certifications as issued by the American Red Cross.

Porterville - Porterville College - Librarian, Part-Time Adjunct Pool

https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/kccd/jobs/3347361/librarian-part-time-adjunct-pool

Salary

$2,977.53 - $4,207.17 Monthly

Close Date

Continuous

Representative Duties

This is for an adjunct pool that will be used to staff part-time adjunct positions for the 2021 – 2022 academic years.

The successful candidate will be expected to provide a full range of counseling services and/or instruction in student development courses.

This assignment may include counseling/teaching during the day or evening, weekends, large classes, distance learning and multiple teaching methodologies.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's in library science, or library and information science;

OR – The equivalent. Certain combinations of education, experience, and other accomplishments in the field may be judged as equal to the stated minimum qualifications for these positions. Candidates who feel they possess such equivalent qualifications must request and submit an APPLICATION FOR EQUIVALENCE form. Supporting documents must be included with the completed form. 2020 Minimum Qualifications Handbook Faculty and Administration in California Community Colleges

AND – A demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Note: Degrees and credits must be from accredited institutions (Title V Section 53406). Any degree from a country other than the United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be evaluated by an evaluation service.

Note: The screening of candidates will be conducted by a screening committee. The screening committee reserves the right to limit the number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant of an interview.

Knowledge and Abilities

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate that they are broadly prepared and have a depth of knowledge in the discipline. In addition, the successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge and abilities:

• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning and service to a diverse student population;

• Ability to effectively work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals;

• Ability to develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities;

• Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges and universities;

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;

• Demonstrated ability to maintain subject matter currency;

• Ability to assess student learning outcomes;

• Knowledge of computers and willingness to explore new technologies that would benefit the program;

• Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission;

Lancaster - Antelope Valley College - Library Technician

https://www.avc.edu/sites/default/files/Pub_Library%20Tech_RN21-38_Job%20Bulletin.pdf

Salary

$4284.87 Monthly

Close Date

01/06/22 11:59 PM

DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Dean of Instructional Resources/Extended Services, perform lead library duties in the acquisition, receipt, circulation, distribution and cataloging, and use of monographs, serials and other library resources in the library; perform lead duties and oversee an assigned area of a library. Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Reserve Bookroom:

Organizes and maintains Reserve Bookroom services. Prepares textbooks budget; determines what books are needed for reserve. Responsible for the acquisition and cataloging of textbooks into the Horizon Reserve Library. Removes obsolete and worn materials from reserve and deletes from Horizon system. Maintains and compiles statistics. Routes books to librarians for circulation or return to instructor; compiles reserve statistics for ASO as needed. (E)
Coordinates the smooth operation of the Circulation Desk; updates Circulation rules and procedures; direct work activities of student assistants to ensure uniform application of policies and procedures; issues library cards utilizing Horizon online system and Banner system; check in and out various types of library materials; assists patrons in the use of various types of machines; assists patrons by responding to queries and advising patrons of the library services. (E)
Oversees assigned functions of the library and the use of library resources; assures efficiency and effectiveness; performs departmental opening and closing duties. (E)
Performs a variety of duties related to the acquisition of library materials; prepares purchase orders and authorizes payments; selects jobbers or publishers; places orders and schedules deliveries. (E)
Provides information and assistance to students, faculty and other library patrons. (E) Perform additional duties related to the circulation of library materials including charging, reserving, renewing and discharging book and non-book materials; assure that shelves are properly maintained. (E)
Prepares and maintains a variety of specialized patron records, ledgers, reports and statistics; oversees the maintenance of financial records and the accounting for monies collected or disbursed in assigned area, including fees, and late charges; mails overdue and fine notices; liens patrons' records; notifies faculty/staff of outstanding books; and prepare letters to patrons advising them of damaged books. (E)
Recruits, interviews, trains, directs work flow activities of student workers; develops work schedules, provides training, checks accuracy of time sheets; mentors, disciplines and terminates (if necessary) student workers. (E)
Organizes and coordinates inter-library loan activities through the OCLC database; records ILL requests from patrons; and oversees loan transactions. (E)
Oversees the receipt and physical processing of library materials in accordance with established guidelines. (E)
Operates a variety of office machines and library equipment including typewriter, calculator, copier, laminator, microfilm reader/printer, computer, printer and related software and audio-visual equipment. (E)
Prepares a variety of written materials related to assigned function including correspondence, signs, special reports, and statistics. (E)
Serves on selection committees for new employees. (E)
Manages the Library's petty cash; determines monies required in petty cash account; manages refund account for vendor machines balancing receipts; and contacting agent to replenish the account. (E)
Checks shelves to ensure adequate space for materials shelved; develops book shifting plans and schedules to accommodate adequate space. (E)
Processes paper, microfiche, and microfilm periodicals; enters to computer to show receipt, property stamp, and security strip; requests missing issues from Ebsco; discard periodicals according to retention schedule; organizes, maintains, and update periodicals room; records statistics related to periodicals usage and prepares monthly and annual reports. (E)
Performs related duties as assigned.

(E = indicates essential duties of the position )

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: associate's degree supplemented by college course work in a library specialty and two years increasingly responsible experience in an area of a library OR up to one year of additional work experience in a library may be substituted for course work in a library specialty.

OTHER INFORMATION:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Library policies, procedures and practices.
Library of Congress classification system.
Reference sources and library holdings.
Machine readable cataloging codes (MARC) Word and data processing.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Operation of a computer terminal and microcomputer.
Oral and written communication skills.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Principles of training and providing work direction. Technical aspects of field of specialty.
Basic research methods.
District organization, operation, policy and objectives.

ABILITY TO:

Perform responsible and technical library duties.
Oversee and direct the daily operations in an assigned area of a college library. Conduct difficult bibliographic searches and resolve cataloging problems.
Prepare and deliver oral presentations.
Participate in the development of library policies, procedures and programs. Operate standard business machines and specialized library equipment.
Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Maintain records and prepare reports.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Work independently with little direction.
Plan and organize work.
Train and provide work direction to others.

WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides work direction to student and hourly workers.

Friday, December 10, 2021

Santa Monica - Santa Monica College - FT/Tenure Track Instructor - Librarian: Instruction and Reference

https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/smcacademic/jobs/3307716/ft-tenure-track-instructor-librarian-instruction-and-reference

Salary

$65,901.00 - $137,311.00 Annually

Close Date

2/7/2022 11:59 PM Pacific

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The library operates under a team-based structure and library faculty perform multiple roles. These roles include public services, user instruction (online and in-person), access and discovery of materials, and coordination of operational areas.
Provide reference service and coordinate the Instruction Program: provide reference service in person, via chat and other technologies as developed; teach orientations, workshops, Library I class; course-integrated instruction; create and incorporate learning modules to support instruction, reference and web-based library programs using new technologies.
Investigate and implement innovative technologies and online learning services in a fast-paced, student-centered, collaborative environment.
Solve problems and work effectively as a member of a team.
Assess developing technologies including social media and other services and identify, evaluate, and implement new technologies that can benefit students and faculty.
Recommend digital and print library materials for purchase.
Participate in the evaluation of library service areas and functions and make recommendations for improved policies, procedures, and services.

Minimum Qualifications

. Applicant must meet the minimum qualifications of a Library Science faculty discipline at the college. To review the minimum qualifications for faculty disciplines, refer to Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges, which can be found on the California Chancellor’s Office website at https://www.cccco.edu/-/media/CCCCO-Website/About-Us/Divisions/Educational-Services-and-Support/Academic-Affairs/What-we-do/Curriculum-and-Instruction-Unit/Minimum-Qualifications/updated_cccco_2020_report_min_qualifications-a11y.pdf?la=en&hash=976FF09D36A5141E9710046EFF9CEC13F5AC80E7

Master’s in library science, library and information science, OR the equivalent.

Must have evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the socio-economic, academic, cultural and ethnic diversity within the community college student population, including students for whom English is not their first language, first generation college students, and students with physical and/or learning disabilities as these factors relate to differences in learning styles.

*The Santa Monica Community College District, in its desire to select outstanding faculty members from the largest possible pool of qualified applicants, recognizes the fact that candidates may attain expertise in a discipline through a variety of means. Certain combinations of education, experience and other accomplishments in the field may be judged by the District as equal to the stated minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates who feel they possess such equivalent qualifications are encouraged to apply and provide appropriate documentation of their qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

At least one year of reference/instructional experience in an academic library setting, and the commitment and ability to work effectively with diverse populations in a collegiate environment.
Experience with emerging digital and instructional technologies along with developing library trends and technologies.
Experience with online learning authoring tools and experience using Canvas.
Experience cataloging electronic and physical materials for use by students.
Experience working with a library services platform such as Ex Libris Alma.
Experience in instructional design, e-learning, and instructional technology.
Experience and interest in active participation in college governance, committees, curriculum, program review and accreditation, or other campus community activities.

Moraga - St. Mary's College - Education Librarian

https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/stmarys/jobs/3335601/education-librarian

Salary

Not listed

Close Date

1/2/2022 11:59 PM Pacific

JOB DESCRIPTION

1. Information Literacy Instruction (35%)

Teaches information literacy sessions for the graduate-level programs of the Kalmanovitz School of Education and other School of Liberal Arts departments as assigned, meeting the campus-wide and department specific student learning outcomes.
Develops research guides and tutorials related to subjects in the School.
As time permits, contributes to the team of librarians covering information literacy instruction in the undergraduate composition program.

2. Collection Development (20%)

Serves as Subject Selector and actively works with faculty departmental liaisons to develop priorities for selection of digital and print materials, maintaining an appropriate collection of books, journals, databases, media and related resources.
Manages the development, policy, and procedures for the Children's Literature collection.
Provides Library Resource and Information Literacy reviews for proposed new courses, programs, and program reviews within assigned discipline areas.

3. Reference (20%)

Provides research advice and assistance in person and online to all SMC students, faculty, and staff and non-SMC users. (5+ hours per week at the reference desk, 2-3 hours per week answering personal queries from KSOE students and faculty.)
Maintains in-depth knowledge of information sources relevant to assigned subject areas and works with faculty to stay abreast of the curriculum and assist students in successfully completing research assignments.

4. Website and Scholarly Communications (10%)

Supports the library’s scholarly communication initiatives and the scholarly communication efforts of faculty and students in assigned subject areas
Assists faculty in KSOE and other assigned departments with keeping their scholar profiles and works in Digital Commons up to date.

5. Campus and Professional Contributions (10%)

Actively seeks out and participates in events and opportunities to communicate the Library's collections and services.
Serves on library and college committees as assigned.
Contributes service to professional and/or college community endeavors.
Maintains membership and involvement with appropriate subject and professional associations.

6. Other duties as assigned (5%)

Experience and Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

REQUIRED: MLS or equivalent from ALA accredited program.

PREFERRED: A degree or coursework in one or more of the subjects served by this position.

Experience:

Demonstrated knowledge of library services for an academic environment. Preferred: demonstrated, successful experience working in an academic library providing services for students and faculty.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of emerging/established practices and standards in information literacy instruction and collection development/management.
Preferred: Demonstrated, successful experience delivering quality instruction and reference/research service in a student-centered environment.
Preferred: Demonstrated, successful experience producing subject-specialized learning objects, tutorials, and webpages, using a variety of tools.
Preferred: Experience establishing and assessing learning outcomes.

Skills/Abilities:

Demonstrated knowledge and implementation of best practices in information literacy instruction at the college/graduate level.
Professional and pedagogical commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Ability to address national educational standards and develop scaffolded instruction.
Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in collection development.
Strong organizational and project management skills and attention to detail.
Understanding of and experience with assessment principles and best practices.
Proficiency with online teaching technologies, content management systems, and library systems.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written and oral form.
Ability to exercise initiative, make independent decisions, and interpret policies.
Demonstrated success working cooperatively, respectfully, and effectively with faculty and students in a culturally diverse community.
Ability to demonstrate patience and compassion for students at multiple levels of technical and research competencies.
Ability to work successfully both as an active, collaborative team member and independently.
Commitment to professional issues, including active participation in local, state, regional, or national associations and awareness of current research in the field of Library Science.

Other Requirements: (e.g. travel, weekend/evening work)

1. Requires capacity to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings. Some instruction occurs on evenings and weekends, and librarians share evening and weekend service on the Reference Desk.

2. May include travel for professional activities

San Diego - University of California - Program Director, Collection Development and Management

https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF02788

Salary

Salary range: $58,365 - $140,603

Close Date

Next review date: Monday, Dec 20, 2021 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The University of California, San Diego Library seeks creative, collaborative, and service-oriented applicants for the position of Program Director (PD), Collection Development & Management (CDM). The CDM PD is positioned to support a range of activities that define the development and management of the Library’s collections. This includes engagement with new modes of acquiring and delivering scholarship, and the opportunity to collaborate with experts both in our Library and across the UC system. The CDM PD also oversees the Library’s activities in planning and allocating space to Library collections, as well as developing and applying appropriate preservation strategies for physical assets. This position is a central player in how the Library’s resources are developed to support UC San Diego and University of California teaching, learning and research activities.

Responsibilities of the Position

Administrative (60%)

This position serves as the Director of the Collection Development and Management Program reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Scholarly Resources and Services (AUL SRS). This role is responsible for overseeing the administration and operations of the program including its key areas of collection development, collection management, and the preservation of physical resources. The program consists of approximately 14 FTE. Directly supervises 2 career academics and 1 classified staff. Formulates and monitors program goals, initiatives and special projects. Plans program budgets and approves expenditures. Supports CDM staff in the development and implementation of workflow and policy. Has authority for program personnel activities including recruitment, performance management, and staff development. Works closely and collaboratively across programs especially with Content Acquisitions and Resources Sharing (CARS), Metadata Services (MS), and Library Facilities Services (LFS). Ensures CDM policies, workflows, and accomplishments are documented via our intranet (LiSN), the Library Weekly Update, and elsewhere as required.

Lead Collection Strategist (20%)

Serves as coordinating member of Collection Council, the Collection Management Working Group (CMWG) and Collection Strategists Group (CSG). Oversees general collection budgets, projects and policy. Generally supports and provides collections related advice and budget guidance to all Collection Strategists. Coordinates collection analysis and space allocation projects for the print collection in close coordination with the CMWG. Provides input and makes recommendations in managing physical collections in the context of UC Shared Print initiatives, WEST, and other regional and national consortia. Reviews and provides feedback for project initiatives by the California Digital Library (CDL) and the Shared Content Leadership Group (SCLG). Collects and synthesizes input from subject librarians and respond to the AUL SRS on votes for CDL renewals, new titles, cancellations and campus votes on UC wide journal packages. Works closely with the AUL SRS and aforementioned collections committees to consider and apply appropriate EDI principles to collection development.

Committees and Meetings (20%)

Chair; Collections Council, CDM Managers Meetings

Represents CDM on Library Leadership Council (LLC), Collection Strategy Group (CSG), Scholarly Resources and Services cluster Program Directors Group, Collection Management Working Group (CMWG), Subject Specialists Group, Collection Statistics Task Group, others as required.

Other

Participates in Library wide planning and special initiatives, serves on screening and search committees, is active professionally in the academic library collections community in the UC and at the national level. May serve as an alternate representative to SCLG or other UC wide collection groups as required or appointed by the AUL SRS.

About The Library – Great Research Starts Here

The UC San Diego Library, one of the nation's top public academic libraries, plays a critical role in advancing and supporting the university's research, teaching, patient care, and public service missions. The Library provides the foundation of knowledge needed to advance cutting-edge discoveries in a wide range of disciplines--from healthcare and science to public policy and the arts. The Library provides access to more than 7 million items, including digital and print volumes, journals, and multimedia materials to meet the knowledge demands of scholars, students, and members of the public.

Librarians at UC San Diego are academic appointees and entitled to appropriate professional leave and all other perquisites granted to non-faculty academic personnel. UC San Diego Librarians are expected to participate in library-wide and system-wide planning and governance and to be professionally active. To foster the best possible working and learning environment, all library staff at UC San Diego strive to cultivate a rich and diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities. For more information, please review the UC San Diego Principles of Community. We also encourage the opportunity to build a network of peers that share your similar passions and interests through the UCSD Staff Associations network.

About the Program

The Collection Development & Management Program (CDM) supports and advances the university’s mission of research, teaching, and public service by selecting, managing, and preserving information resources across all relevant disciplines. The program’s ultimate goal is to provide our primary user community with access to what they need, when and where they need it, and in the form most useful to them. The program is essential to foster inspired learning and discovery, the growth of knowledge, and the academic success and scholarly productivity of students, faculty and researchers. The program plays a critical role in supporting the cycle of knowledge through ongoing stewardship of the products of research (collections and content).

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

● MLS/MLIS or equivalent advanced degree. Other appropriate degree or equivalent experience in one or more fields related to library services may be substituted.

● Experience recruiting, supervising, evaluating and developing diverse staff in a library setting.

● Demonstrated success in directing the work of collection development and collection management activities at a research library.

● Direct experience with collection development across a range of subject areas, including experience with emerging modes of content acquisition, licensing, discovery and delivery.

● Experience planning and overseeing a complex budget that includes material and operational costs.

● Demonstrated success in a work environment where planning, communication and diplomacy foster aligned priorities between multiple units.

● Ability to set priorities, make informed decisions, and build team motivation and consensus.

● Demonstrated cultural competence and ability to provide leadership in ways that center equitable and inclusive practices.

● Commitment to excellence in service and ability to work both independently and collaboratively with faculty, students, staff and colleagues from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

● Professional service or scholarship in the areas of collection development, collection management and / or preservation.

Preferred qualifications

● Experience with supporting preservation services in a research library.

● Experience evaluating, planning and executing collection moves in consideration of space use and user needs.

● Demonstrated ability to guide professional growth and develop leadership skills of librarians.

● Demonstrated success leading change in an organization.

● Experience with organizational strategic planning.

San Diego - University of California - Electronic Resources and Serials Librarian

https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF02905

Salary

Salary range: $58,365 - $140,603

Close Date

Next review date: Wednesday, Dec 15, 2021 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Thursday, Sep 1, 2022 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The University of California, San Diego Library seeks creative, collaborative, and service-oriented applicants for the position of Electronic Resources and Serials Librarian for our Content Acquisition and Resource Sharing (CARS) Program.

Responsibilities of the Position - Reporting to the Program Director for CARS, the Electronic Resources and Serials Librarian serves as the Division Head for the Electronic Resources and Serials Units. Independently reviews and negotiates licenses for UCSD purchased resources and manages the acquisition, activation, and troubleshooting of all purchased and subscribed electronic resources for the Library. Takes the lead in gathering and analyzing serials, e-books, database usage, and other related assessment data. The Electronic Resources and Serials Librarian also oversees the activities of the serials acquisitions unit. This position directly supervises 4 FTE, and 3 FTE indirectly.

About The Library – Great Research Starts Here

The UC San Diego Library, ranked among the top 25 public academic research libraries in the nation, plays an integral role in advancing and supporting the university’s research, teaching, patient care, and public service mission. The goal of the library is to serve the University’s vision to be a student-centered, research-focused, service-oriented public university. It accomplishes this through support of student and faculty success, support of research and learning through information resources, by serving as a place of community and inspiration, and by extending the impact of UC San Diego research through investments and innovation in scholarly communication and research data. In service of these priorities UC San Diego

Library has 180 staff and an annual budget of approximately $32 million. UC San Diego Library serves the entire UC San Diego community and is committed to building a Library that reflects and supports our community’s values. The incumbent should be committed to building an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture.

The Content Acquisition and Resource Sharing (CARS) Program supports the University’s mission of research, teaching, and public service by purchasing, licensing, borrowing and otherwise acquiring materials and resources in all formats and languages. The program has approximately 26 FTE staff who track and manage the collection budget, provide collection development support through financial and statistical analysis and reporting, obtain and lend materials through resource sharing workflows, build the Library’s permanent collections utilizing a variety of leading-edge acquisitions and licensing processes, and provide and manage access to digital and, increasingly, to Open Access resources.

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

● MLS/MLIS or equivalent advanced degree. Other appropriate degree or equivalent experience in one or more fields related to library services may be substituted.

● 3-5 years experience working as an Electronic Resource Librarian or equivalent experience.

● Knowledge of the electronic resources and print serials life cycles.

● Demonstrated knowledge of current practices in electronic resource management in an academic library.

● Experience working in library systems such as an ILS and link resolvers.

● Experience with Open URL linking technologies and/or authentication mechanisms.

● Demonstrated experience managing staff in an academic library.

● Enthusiasm and commitment to learn new skills in support of program and library goals.

● Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in higher education and libraries.

Preferred qualifications

● Experience overseeing electronic resources and serials in an academic or research library setting.

● Demonstrated experience using best practices for Electronic Resources Management for digital content management including streaming media licensing and administration.

San Diego - University of California - Head of Digital Object Metadata Management Assistant, Associate, or Full Librarian

https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF02991

Salary

Salary range: $58,365 - $140,603

Close Date

Next review date: Monday, Jan 17, 2022 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The University of California, San Diego Library seeks motivated, creative and collaborative applicants to join the Library as Head of the Digital Object Metadata Management Unit in the Metadata Services Program. This position will provide metadata expertise and oversight for digital collections and content from a wide variety of disciplines.

Responsibilities of the Position

Reporting to the Program Director for Metadata Services (MS), the Head of the Digital Object Metadata Management Unit (DOMM) plays an important role in the Library’s digital collections work; supporting digital projects, the development of tools and processes, and collaborates in the management of the Library’s Digital Asset Management System (DAMS). The Head of DOMM directly supervises one Metadata Librarian and serves as a work leader for the Research Data Curation Metadata Librarian, with the potential to hire another unit staff member in the future. DOMM digital collections responsibilities focus on materials drawn from the Library’s holdings from Special Collections & Archives, Campus Research Data and materials curated by Library subject specialists. The Head of DOMM will collaborate with data providers, other librarians and library professional staff, archivists, IT professionals and other stakeholders in the library to support digital collections projects, development, and initiatives. The Head of DOMM will possess and continue to develop expertise in metadata best practices, emerging trends, technologies and tools and recommend their adoption if they further Library, DOMM and MS goals.

● Coordinates and manages the development and implementation of metadata strategies that support the discovery and curation of the Library’s digital content.

● Leads the selection and development of relevant metadata standards, ontologies, policies, procedures, and workflows for digital resources.

● Provides expertise on digital object metadata standards and practices, including vocabulary control, taxonomy support, database management, and metadata input and edit tools.

● Participates in the evaluation of platforms for storage, discovery, and delivery of digital content.

● Consults on user experience and user services issues related to metadata creation and editing.

● Responsible for the vision and leadership of Digital Objects Metadata Management unit (DOMM), including ongoing communications, planning and implementing services and initiatives, establishing policies and procedures, and setting and monitoring goals.

● Coordinates DOMM’s services with other Library programs and operations and with the Library’s overall goals.

● Provides direct supervision of two librarians and one professional staff member.

● Responsible for personnel actions and management for DOMM, including recruiting, hiring, training, goal-setting, performance management, performance evaluations, succession planning, and staff development.

● Documents projects, standards, policies, procedures and decisions.

● Serves as a member of the Library’s Digital Library Committees including the Digital Library Products Group and the Digital Library Operations Group.

● Shares management responsibility for the Metadata Services Program (MS) as part of the MS Unit Heads Group

About The Library – Great Research Starts Here

The Metadata Services Program (MS) connects our community to intellectual and creative content by analyzing, describing and organizing resources in ways that promote discovery. We create and manage metadata for tangible resources and digital objects, with special attention to materials unique to UC San Diego, its interests, and its context. We provide services in four core areas: metadata services (for both digital and tangible objects), database management, maintenance, and synchronization, and system-wide collection services. MS routinely collaborates with several programs in the Library including the Research Data Curation, Scholarship Tools & Methods, Special Collections & Archives, Collection Development & Management and Content Acquisitions & Resource Sharing, as well as across the UC Libraries. We value innovation and collaboration and routinely contribute to large-scale national initiatives such as the Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC), and Linked Data for Production (LD4P). The UC San Diego Library was one of the pioneers in developing a linked data based DAMS and MS continues our linked data efforts by utilizing and exploring VIAF, FAST, LCNAF, LCSH, Wikidata, ISNI and Geonames.

The Digital Object Metadata Management Unit provides consultation, normalization, and ingest services for digital collections. The Unit also is responsible for the design and maintenance of the data model for the Library’s digital repository, requirements and best practices for metadata, and management of metadata within the repository. Work includes a wide range of digital collection types, in most cases following a model of utilizing subject matter experts or data providers for content description, which is then processed (mapped, transformed, normalized, and reconciled) in preparation for ingest into the Library’s digital repository. The repository itself supports multipart objects and robust description of collections, objects, and object parts.

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

● MLS/MLIS or equivalent advanced degree. Other appropriate degree or equivalent experience in one or more fields related to library services may be substituted.

● Experience in the application and usage of metadata schemas for organizing and managing information.

● High command of information management concepts such as: controlled vocabularies, authority control, and data modeling.

● Experience with tools and techniques for data normalization, mapping, and transformation, such as Open Refine, to facilitate batch processing and ingest.

● Excellent analytical, problem solving, and collaboration skills.

● Excellent interpersonal skills; able to work with a variety of people and situations.

●Strong communication skills; able to present and share ideas clearly and effectively with a variety of audiences.

● Effective in prioritizing multiple concurrent projects in order to meet deadlines in a timely manner.

● Thrives in a collaborative, complex, rapidly changing, and culturally diverse environment.

● Demonstrated knowledge of current metadata trends and issues in academic libraries.

● Capable of advocating for the diverse metadata needs of stakeholders and long term strategic goals

●Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in higher education and libraries.

● Demonstrated experience successfully managing staff.

● Enthusiasm and commitment to learn new skills in support of program and library goals.

Preferred qualifications

● Experience with linked data, RDF and semantic web technologies.

● Experience with entity matching or reconciliation to linked data vocabularies.

● Familiarity with the process of developing and implementing new tools or services.

● Experience with open source software communities, especially those around data repository systems such as Samvera or Fedora.

● Experience with (meta)data wrangling in OpenRefine or Google Sheets.

● Experience with Bash command language, R, Python or other scripting language.

Saturday, December 4, 2021

Sacramento - Sacramento County Day School - Lower School Librarian

https://www.saccds.org/sites/main/files/file-attachments/ls_librarian_announcement.pdf?1638233311

Salary

Not listed

Close Date

Not listed

Description

Sacramento Country Day School, a leader in Pre-Kindergarten - 12th grade independent school education since 1964, seeks a Librarian to manage the lower school library, at the beginning of the 2022-2023 school year. Serving more than 500 students, Country Day’s mission is to “inspire intellectual discovery and engage a diverse community to think critically, live creatively, and act compassionately.“ The next Librarian will be responsible for all aspects of running the library; including administration, program management, delivering lessons, acquisition, reference, circulations, media and technical services in addition to outreach and communication.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have the following attributes:

● A Bachelor’s or higher degree in Library Science or related field

● Teaching experience in Lower School is a plus

● Knowledge of literature across the grade levels (Pre-Kindergarten through Fifth Grade)

● Knowledge of programs used in the Lower School at SCDS (Reading Workshop, Writing Workshop, Wilson Fundations, Words Their Way, Making Words,and Zoophonics).

● Knowledge of “leveling” books to support “Just Right Books” for Reading Workshop.

● Training in Responsive Classroom.

● Ability to develop, facilitate, and administer assessments for teacher support and for Admissions.

● Ability to support the school mission in all aspects of the library experience.

● Experience in overseeing library programs and daily library functions.

● Experience Instructing students and teachers in the use of library resources.

● Experience teaching and developing digital citizenship curricula.

School requirements include: Background check, First Aid/CPR training (school sponsored), negative TB result.

This position is full time. Work hours are Monday - Friday - 8:00am - 4:00pm. Sacramento Country Day School team members are active in the school community, many serving as advisors, trip chaperones, and coaches. The ideal candidate will add strength to awide range of programs and embrace a diverse and powerful learning community.

Thursday, November 18, 2021

Berkeley - Berkeley City College - Principal Library Technician - BCC

https://peraltaccd.peopleadmin.com/postings/5758

Salary

Salary Range: $4,233.90- $5,102.38/month, Hiring Range: $4,233.90 - $4,646.68/month - The maximum initial placement is Step 3 depending on experience.

Close Date

December 1, 2021

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under general direction, the Principle Library Technician performs a variety of paraprofessional and administrative library work.

Duties & Responsibilities

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do listed examples include all the tasks which may be found in positions of this class. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty of the position satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions required for the position.

• Maintains the fiscal accountability of the total library budget (e.g. library materials, supplies, hourly librarians, temporary classified) by independently setting up and maintaining on-going accurate financial data; generating status reports; and monitoring budgets in the district administrative system (PeopleSoft.)

* maintains library financial records (including encumbrances for on-order materials) in accordance with administrative system financial records.

* Assists librarians with staffing needs and calculates the budget needed to fund the classified and hourly faculty personnel.

* Assigns correct account codes to requisitions, processes them for payment and directs completed requisitions to appropriate department.

* independently composes correspondence and memoranda

* Review vendor invoices and statements.

* Prepare periodic budget status report (e.g. library materials, supplies, hourly librarians, temporary classified) for librarians to monitor expenditures.

* Collects and tallies monies from coin-operated copiers and other sources of revenue in the library; deposits these funds into the library trust fund and keeps accurate records of the on-going status of these funds.

* Initiates electronic Personal Actions Forms (ePAFs) for faculty and classified library staff.

* Prepares all time sheets for classified and temporary faculty personnel, records absences, collects and forwards leave of absence report forms.

* Orders equipment and supplies by contacting independent dealers, District Purchasing Office and District Warehouse.

* Assists in preparation, maintenance and production of library statistical records.

* Screens and routes correspondence, including material of confidential nature and forwarding correspondence to appropriate staff.

* Independently composes correspondence and memoranda.

* Maintains, updates and monitors contracts for office equipment.

* Maintains inventory of office supplies.

* Performs routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment such as copiers, computers and printers.

* Conducts bibliographic research for library material orders using online resources such as Millennium, OCLC and GOBI; maintains title selection lists.

* Supervises and participates in the ordering, receipt, checking in and payment of all library materials.

* Initiates correspondence for claims and problems concerning ordering library materials.

* Sets up and maintains acquisitions, serials and other records in Millennium.

* Repairs and mends books and materials.

* Assists faculty and staff members with inquiries regarding prices, publishers, titles, etc.

* Assists with the opening and closing procedures of the Library.

* Oversees coordination for proper coverage in the library’s different departments.

* Trains, coordinates and supervises the work of the library technicians and student assistants.

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Four (4) years of library technical experience or an A.A. Degree in Library Science and/or any combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities.

2. Demonstrated proficiency in the operation and use of office productivity software for word processing, spreadsheet and database management and presentation software programs (e.g. MS Office Suite, MS Word and Excel, Access and PowerPoint utilizing personal computers, internet browsers, websites and e-mail.

3. Applicant must have demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college staff, faculty, and students.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of:

o Library technical processes relating to the acquisition and classification of library materials

o Library terminology and standard practices

o Library of Congress cataloging and filing systems.

o Methods and practices of financial record keeping related to libraries

o Operations, procedures, specific rules, and precedents of the library

o Office equipment, procedures and practices including filing systems, receptionist and telephone techniques, and letter and report writing .

• Ability to:

o Perform sub professional library duties relating to technical processing and public services.

o Perform library clerical duties with speed and accuracy.

o Maintain financial and statistical records.

o Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

o Train and supervise assigned personnel.

o Type accurately from clear copy.

o Analyze situations and make decisions in procedural matters without immediate supervision.

o Think and act quickly under pressure.

o Learn rapidly a variety of rules and procedures relating to library routines.

o Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records and reports.

o Make arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy.

Environmental Demands

• Occasional work performed alone

• Constant work around and with people

Other Requirements

• flexibility or ability to respond to multiple demands

• occasional standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and climbing stairs

• occasional lifting and carrying up to 15 lbs.

• occasional pushing and pulling up to 20 lbs.

• occasional twisting of body

• occasional use of manual dexterity

• occasional use of tactile acuity

• occasional use of visual acuity from a distance, with depth, and for color

• frequent work at a rapid pace

• frequent reaching, high, low, and level

• frequent audio acuity at all ranges, including speech

• frequent visual acuity for reading

• constant sitting

• constant use of clear oral communication

San Bernardino - California State University - Access Services Librarian/Senior Assistant Librarian

https://careers.csusb.edu/en-us/job/506178/library-instruction-specialistsenior-assistant-librarian

Salary

Not listed

Close Date

Not listed

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a qualified, service-oriented, innovative, and collaborative colleague to join us and fill this vital role. The Library Instruction Specialist is a full-time, tenure-track position with the rank of Senior Assistant Librarian that reports to the library’s dean as do all CSUSB library faculty.

The successful candidate will be the point person for our already existing, full-featured instruction program, a foundation upon which you will build in collaboration with the team of librarians who provide instruction.

Monitor current trends in academic library instruction and information literacy and make recommendations to the team for moving our instruction program forward with refinements or new approaches to existing instruction services, as well as recommendations for devising, planning, and implementing new ones.

Primary responsibility for organizing and scheduling library instruction on our main campus. Support library instruction at our satellite campus in Palm Desert as needed.

Participate in reference service, collection development, and liaison duties.

The successful candidate will be expected to meet retention, promotion, and tenure (RPT) standards for tenure-track library faculty in three areas: (1) professional assignment; (2) research, scholarly, or creative contributions; and, (3) university and/or community service. The library provides support for and fosters intellectual endeavors. Librarians are valued as faculty with their own varied research interests which may not be limited to library science.

Applicants selected for in-person interviews will be reimbursed for any travel expenses they incur. Should the successful candidate need to relocate, moving expenses will be reimbursed.

TYPICAL ACTIVITIES

Receives CSUSB faculty requests for various forms of library instruction and schedules them. Assigns librarians to fulfill requests, taking care to spread the assignments equally among them.

Coordinates with the Office of Undergraduate Studies’ Student Mentoring Program to train students as Library Ambassadors, for our popular peer-to-peer library instruction group. Library Ambassadors visit targeted first-year courses in the General Education program that have a critical information literacy learning outcome. Schedules these students to fill faculty requests.

Serves as the library representative to the Teaching Academy and other campus entities related to instruction.

Stays up to date with current trends in library instruction and information literacy.

Monitors the physical condition of two classrooms in the library and the level of supplies.

Calls meetings to consult with colleagues on library instruction program issues, new initiatives, etc.

Promotes the library instruction program to the campus community.

Provides in-person reference service at the Research Assistance Desk and participates in online chat reference service.

Provides excellent library instruction via various in-person, online, synchronous, and asynchronous means.

Collects data and assesses effectiveness of library instruction program components.

Participates in collection development in assigned disciplines and serves as liaison to faculty in those disciplines.

Engages in activities related to retention, promotion, and tenure (RPT).

Qualified candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population and to working effectively with faculty, staff and students across a wide range of disciplines.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited program.

Coursework, robust knowledge of, and/or experience in library instruction and information literacy.

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills.

Commitment to excellence in teaching a diverse student population as well as working collegially with staff and faculty across a range of disciplines.

Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.

Evidence of potential for a successful career in librarianship at an academic library that supports a diverse campus community.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with instruction and reference services in a diverse academic setting.

Experience with innovative online instructional tools and techniques and a passion for exploring emerging technologies to improve teaching and learning.

Knowledge of, or experience with, critical information literacy.

Familiarity with outcomes assessment in higher education.

Stockton - San Joaquin Delta College - Adjunct Librarian

https://deltacollege.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/adjunct-librarian-418

Salary

Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 57.7

Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 94.59

Close Date

Not listed

DESCRIPTION

Under the general supervision of the Dean of Instruction, Arts, Humanities and Multimedia,, the librarian performs a variety of professional library services and instructions in the use of the library and its resources and services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and responsibilities may include, but not limited to the following:
Provide reference and information services to students and staff.
Give lectures on library use and orientation tours to students and staff.
Recommend books, periodicals, audio visual software, and other library materials for purchasing.
Attend faculty, Division, or other on-campus meetings, as required.
Organize and catalog collections using OCLC and other automated systems.
Keep current with new developments and knowledge in appropriate fields of competency.
Maintain control of equipment, materials, and supplies as assigned.
Report to the Director any condition which might jeopardize the health or safety of students or the public.
Be familiar with and act in accordance with the Education Code and Board of Trustee's Policies and Procedures.
Perform such other duties as assigned.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Work well with people; and have a wide variety of interests and be active in college, professional and community groups.
Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Knowledge of:
Teaching-learning processes with special knowledge about individualizing the instruction program, and when appropriate, methods and techniques of laboratory instruction including health and safety precautions.
Education and Experience:
Meet District minimum qualifications in the assigned discipline.
Show successful experience as a librarian in reference work and course work in, or experience in a wide range of professional services.
Two or mores years of experience as a librarian, preferably at the community college level.

Wednesday, November 17, 2021

Hayward - California State University - Student Engagement and Success Librarian

https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/eb/en-us/job/506697/student-engagement-and-success-librarian

Salary

Associate Librarian or Senior Assistant Librarian Rank. Salary is dependent upon educational preparation and experience. Subject to budgetary authorization.

Close Date

Applications are due for first review by Sunday, December 5, 2021 at 11:59pm PT.

DUTIES OF THE POSITION:

The Student Engagement and Success Librarian will focus on the success and belonging of students, including first year students, new transfer students, first generation college students, and students from underserved communities at Cal State East Bay.

The Student Engagement and Success Librarian will support students to establish strong awareness of and engagement with the library and its services to help ensure their retention and success. This position will lead our existing Student Ambassador program. In collaboration with library colleagues, the faculty in this role will participate in and create welcoming library initiatives that address students’ sense of belonging at Cal State East Bay, fostering connections to peers, community, and institutional resources that will contribute to academic and social success. The library faculty in this role will leverage and expand existing partnerships with programs and departments directly related to student success and student retention on campus, such as student affinity groups (such as the forthcoming Black Student Success Center, a Latinx Student Success Center, an API Student Success Center, and an Undocumented Student Resource Center), student support programs, (such as EOP, EXCEL, Summer Bridge, Renaissance Scholars, DISC) and other targeted onboarding programs (such as GANAS, Sankofa Scholars, APASS). In addition, this position will be expected to meet all requirements for tenure-track faculty, including instruction, research, and service, with assigned liaison duties.

The job applicant should address the following required and desired qualifications in their cover letter. Applicants are encouraged to draw upon a wide range of experiences, including but not limited to coursework, internships, externships, and community or volunteer work.

The Student Engagement and Success Librarian will create new opportunities for the library to: focus on the success and belonging of students, including first year students, new transfer students, first generation college students, and students from underserved communities; lead and grow the Student Ambassador program, including training and supervision of library student assistants further build relationships between the Libraries and other academic units, student services, and student leadership units across campus; coordinate with Library Faculty in the design of equity informed library initiatives; coordinate with Library Faculty to articulate the relationship between the library and student success and belonging, and to design effective assessment strategies to measure impact; establish strong student awareness and engagement with the Library and its services in order to help reduce the opportunity gaps and time to graduation; and, serve as a liaison for student success initiatives at a local institutional level and at a CSU system-wide level.

Please note that teaching assignments at California State University, East Bay include courses at the Hayward, Concord, and Online campuses. In addition to teaching, all faculty have advising responsibilities, assist the department with administrative and/or committee work, and are expected to assume campus-wide committee responsibilities.

DATE OF APPOINTMENT:

Fall Semester 2022, or earlier

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

MLS degree from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent by start date; demonstrated experience working or collaborating with Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals and communities; demonstrated interest or experience in student success; demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to plan, design, and implement innovative projects or services; demonstrated interest or experience in serving a highly diverse, urban population.

Desired:

Interest or experience in supervising students / student employees; interest or experience in advocating for students; awareness of issues related to accessibility of resources and services; interest or experience with equity issues in education; interest or experience in research or scholarship.

Candidates should demonstrate experience in teaching, mentoring, research, or community service that has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate a record of scholarly activity. This University is fully committed to the rights of students, staff and faculty with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.