Los Angeles City College - Los Angeles - Librarian

https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=6&id=990

Salary

$59,140 to $92,070 

Close Date

May 21, 2021

Job Description

LACC is seeking applicants for a full-time, 10-month, tenure track faculty Librarian position to begin in the Fall 2021 semester. The assignment may include working on campus, online, offsite, and/or evening and weekends.  This position will be part of a collaborative team that provides information resources and reference assistance to students, faculty, and staff.  The ideal candidate will be tech-savvy and current in the discipline with a passion for information literacy and with a demonstrated commitment to working with a diverse student population.

MINIMUM/REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s in library science, library and information science;

OR the equivalent, AND

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

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to develop and teach information competency classes and workshops.
•  A strong sense of public service and the ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and external organizations.
• Commitment and ability to work effectively with diverse populations in a collegiate environment.
• Experience in providing reference services in an academic environment.
• Experience with social media outreach and website maintenance.
• Experience with emerging digital and instructional technologies along with developing library trends and technologies.
• Knowledge or and/or experience with e-learning, instructional technology and learning management systems, such as Canvas.
• Some experience in acquisitions, cataloging, archives, and researching new resources.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with accessibility and accommodations.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with student and program learning outcomes and assessment.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with Library Service Platforms, such as Alma/Primo/ExLibris.
• Proficiency in productivity software such as Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated proficiency using online databases and electronic resources.
• An interest and willingness to participate in department and college committees, college governance, curriculum, program review and accreditation, or other campus community activities.
• A commitment to professional growth.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

(Duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following):

• Provide reference service to students, faculty and staff (in-person and online).
• Conduct library instruction sessions in collaboration with faculty.
• Develop and coordinate research skills workshops.
• Actively promote the use of library resources and services to students, faculty and staff, including social media and website updates.
• Plan and execute outreach programs to various teaching disciplines, the College’s Pathways and to the community.
• Implementation of inclusive learning environments and curricula that welcome and engage all students, incorporating instructional technologies to improve student learning.
• Contribute to collection development activities, including selection and deselection and recommending online and print sources for purchase by the library.
• Provide input in the selection of library’s electronic resources.
• Design and produce curricular materials, research guides, information-literacy tutorials and other resources in print, web-based, and multimedia formats.
• Actively participate in the development and assessment of learning outcomes, including analysis and the use of results to improve student learning and access to resources.
• Assess and promote the use of emerging technologies for library services and operations.
• Integrate information competency into courses and Pathways.
• Collaborate with the department chair and librarians in administrative requirements such as program reviews, statistical recordkeeping, self-evaluation reports for accreditation, and accessibility documentation.
• Serve as an active participant on campus committees.
• Provide training and work directions to library staff and student workers.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of community college students, staff, and faculty.
• Create an engaging, welcoming, and equitable learning environment.
• Work collegially with members of the department, maintain professional conduct and ethics, and foster a professional working environment.
• Perform other librarian duties as assigned.
• Work schedule may include days, evenings and weekends; schedule may vary based upon student/library needs.

REMOTE LEARNING

Faculty may be required to conduct bibliographic instruction sessions or interact with students in a virtual learning environment using Canvas, Zoom, LibChat or other methods of remote learning.  Applicants with demonstrated certification in Blackboard, Canvas or Course Compass or other online modalities may be given preference.

Los Altos Hills - Foothill College - Dean, Learning Resources

 https://fhda.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/326?c=fhda

Salary

$129,094.53 - $181,648.96 annually

Close Date

June 14, 2021

POSITION PURPOSE:

Reporting to the Executive Vice President of Instruction and Student Services, the Dean provides vision, leadership, and administrative oversight for Library Services and the Student Support and Success Centers (academic support programs including the Teaching and Learning Center, the Pass the Torch program, and the Science Technology Engineering and Math Center). The Dean directs, organizes, and manages division-wide educational planning and program development in accordance with the missions, goals and objectives of the college and division. The Dean facilitates communication and support between the departments within the Learning Resources Division and other divisions and departments across the campus. The Dean is responsible for the various processes necessary to provide high-quality instructional support to a variety of programs across the campus. Additionally, the Dean would serve as the evening administrator on the college campus, and the successful candidate will have a schedule that includes evening hours after 5pm. 

NATURE and SCOPE:

The Dean of Learning Resources supervises Librarians (full and part-time), Library Technicians, Program Coordinators, part-time faculty tutors, and faculty coordinators of the STEM and TLC student support centers, and the Division Administrative Assistant.

The Dean supports, implements, and advances the college’s commitment to equity, multicultural education, and social justice in all aspects of employment and education, staffing, curriculum, programs, and services.

Due to the campus-wide nature of the division, the Dean will need to work with instructional divisions, student services, finance and educational resources and FHDA central services to achieve institutional goals. 

KEY DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties and responsibilities are typical but not limited to the following:

• Develop, implement, and promote programs, resources, and services for Library Services and the Student Success Centers.  
• Work with the faculty and staff in Library and Student Success Centers to implement effective pedagogies, and methodologies in their respective programs, includes working with faculty and staff in the division to ensure that program review ,learning outcomes, and curriculum are managed effectively and efficiently.
• Facilitate pedagogically sound growth of Library Services and the Student Success Center to promote student engagement and success.  
• Develop, implement, and manage the Division budget; monitor categorical and foundation accounts.
• Implement personnel policies and practices.  
• Supervise and evaluate faculty and staff in the Library and Student Success Centers. 
• Support, implement, and promote compliance with the District’s Diversity and Equal Opportunity Plan in all aspects of employment and education; encourage cultural and ethnic diversity in staffing, curriculum, programs, and services.
• Seek additional sources of funding for the Division when appropriate and necessary.
• Develop and implement Divisional policies and procedures.
• Administer regular program reviews and provide curriculum coordination and supervision.
• Serve on appropriate college and district committees, participate in governance meetings.
• Assure compliance with the District’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program by providing motivation, incentives, and discipline to assigned staff; maintain a safe work environment, enforcing safe work practices, reporting and investigating accidents, maintaining necessary documentation, and requiring employees to receive mandated training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge:

• Significant knowledge of library and tutorial support services, including supplemental instruction models that are both peer and faculty based.
• District safety policies.
• Title 5 and Education Code regulations and procedures, particularly related to the library and supplemental tutorial support with knowledge faculty and peer based tutorial models that are apportionment generating.
• All instructional divisions and their inter-relationships; a thorough knowledge of the various student support services required to enhance instruction.
• Developing effective strategies for tutorial support for distance education students. 
• Principles of program evaluation, student assessment, and organizational development.
• Shared governance principles; recognizing the importance of the democratic process and fostering open communication among division, programs and services.
• Curriculum Development.

Skills and Abilities:

• Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including writing complex proposals.
• Experience in developing marketing and promotional strategies for library services and projects related to tutorial support that will promote enrollment growth, retention and student success.
• Interact effectively with diverse students, staff, faculty and administrators.
• Read, interpret, and explain laws, rules and regulations, and to develop and implement personnel policies and procedures.
• Use independent judgment in the interpretation and application of rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with numerous interruptions.
• Provide leadership and management of programs and staff.
• Manage complex budgets including grants.
• Demonstrated commitment to academic and professional excellence.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability. 
• Perform with tact, patience and sensitivity. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.

Master's Degree from an accredited institution in a field reasonably related to primary areas of responsibility.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s in Library, Information, Sciences or a Master’s in Education or a Master’s in any discipline being tutored: Math, English, ESL, Computer Science, Reading, Writing, Science, Engineering.
• One year of administrative experience managing at least one of the following areas: Library or Tutorial Support/Supplemental Learning Program.
• Minimum of three years of administrative experience or increasing leadership responsibilities in an educational setting.
• Experience in developing programs that promote enrollment growth, retention and student success, library services or academic support services including tutorial support.
• Experience in managing and leading diverse stakeholders, including team building, cultural sensitivity, conflict resolution, and team projects.
• Knowledge of and experience with shared governance principles; recognizing the importance of the democratic process and fostering open communication among division, programs and services.
• Ability to manage complex budgets including categorical funds.
• Knowledge of and experience with technology related to instruction and instructional support.
• Experience working with programs or services that are specifically designed to help underserved student populations succeed.

Los Altos Hills - Foothill-De Anza Community College District - Library Technician

 https://fhda.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/354?c=fhda

Salary

 $4,939.33 – $6,615.55 (per month)

Close Date

June 2, 2021

JOB SUMMARY:

The faculty and staff of the Library are committed to student success, by providing a space where students have access to resources to support their academic and personal growth. The Library Technician will work directly with students, faculty, and staff to promote student success and equity. This position will include, but not be limited to, the following duties: interface directly with students (in person, by phone, and online) to help locate/select/circulate library materials and navigate the library’s services; interpret and resolve questions and concerns regarding library policies and procedures, including liability for damaged or lost materials; develop and implement processes to maintain a diverse collection of reserves material, including electronics; interface with faculty and division deans to identify and order instructional materials for library reserves; collaborate with library colleagues to determine and implement library policies and procedures; develop, communicate, and implement procedures for efficiencies in the circulation/reserves area; use the library’s computer- and web-based systems to maintain records and generate reports; and recruit, hire, train, and supervise student workers.  

This position reports to the Dean of Language Arts and the Learning Resource Center; the position is located primarily at the Foothill College main campus but also includes shifts at the Sunnyvale Center. 

DEFINITION  

Under direction, performs a variety of complex library support services; provides direct service and assistance to library patrons by reviewing and resolving issues and concerns; oversees, trains, schedules, and coordinates the work of student workers; prepares complex records and reports; and performs related duties as assigned. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED  

Receives direction from an assigned supervisor or manager.  Exercises no supervision of staff.   

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS 

This is a journey-level classification that is responsible for overseeing and performing complex support services for assigned functional area, as well as providing work direction and training to student workers.  Positions are expected to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative.  Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.   

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) 

• Directs and instructs students and staff at the circulation desk, reserves, and reference desks and directs library patrons to appropriate locations and/or staff; responds to difficult and complex conflict resolution, inquiries, questions, and requests for information; interprets and applies regulations, policies, procedures, systems, rules, and precedents in response to inquiries and concerns from patrons; answers calls and resolves questions and problems.  
• Directs library patrons in use of library facilities and equipment including study room, computer lab, online catalog system, copiers, printers, magazine index, and the internet. 
• Instructs patrons on the use of a variety of computer hardware, software, and web-based systems found in the library; evaluates, responds to, and troubleshoots problems; generates reports and installs system upgrades as needed. 
• Recruits, selects, and hires student workers and/or general assistants; evaluates performance; monitors hours worked and manages allocated budgets; supervises, trains, and schedules student workers and/or general assistants to provide adequate coverage of assigned area of the library; explains performance standards, policies, and procedures. 
• Maintains collection of course reserve materials; coordinates with instructors to identify textbooks and other materials needed; writes grant for reserve textbook purchases; purchases, processes, and catalogs materials; manages budget; removes expired items from the reserve collection. 
• Updates quarterly Fair Use agreements with instructors who have course materials on reserve to ensure copyright compliance.  
• Identifies overdue and damaged materials; determines liability for damaged materials; resolves billing issues according to established guidelines; collects and records fees and fines; makes cash deposits; and submits credit card payments to accounting. 
• Acquires new print and non-print instructional materials, including periodicals, by checking for duplication and similar materials in the current collection before ordering; researching materials and vendors to determine best prices and terms and conditions; selecting materials and vendors; and creating contracts; orders materials and tracks order status; receives shipments; processes invoices for payment; participates in planning and monitors budgets; prepares budget reports. 
• Catalogs and processes new instructional materials; maintains library catalog; selects, edits, exports, and verifies a matching bibliographic record using the WorldCat database or creates original bibliographic record; imports records into the library catalog. 
• Verifies authority headings and classification using Library of Congress Subject Headings and other necessary resources. 
• Re-catalogs and reclassify materials as needed; corrects cataloging errors, call number conflicts, and labeling issues; deletes records for obsolete items in catalog and removes items from shelves for processing out of the collection and appropriate disposal; deletes library holdings for extant copies.  
• Processes interlibrary loan requests for both lending and borrowing materials; performs search online; places requests with participating libraries; notifies patrons about availability of requested items; receives and distributes requested materials; processes renewals; and returns borrowed items to lending libraries. 
• Prepares circulating materials for use; prints spine labels; inserts anti-theft devices; applies labels, label protectors, book tape, dust jacket covers, laminate, etc.   
• Manages periodical collection and daily newspaper subscriptions by receiving, logging, labelling, and checking in magazines and newspapers and weeding periodical collection annually to reflect holdings; reviews annual renewal requests from vendors, prepares invoices, and removes discontinued titles and adds new titles; files claims for newspapers not delivered.   
• Assesses damaged books and resource materials; cleans, mends, covers, and repairs damaged books and other instructional materials; assists in the discarding of old books and materials according to established policies and procedures; removes holdings as appropriate; deletes discarded titles from database as appropriate. 
• Processes donation of books or other materials according to library guidelines; communicates with donors regarding drop off; issues receipts.  
• Writes procedures and makes recommendations for assigned service areas; implements library policies and procedures. 
• Participates in program reviews; researches and provides data and statistics; makes recommendations on budget needs.   
• Identifies and reports safety and maintenance concerns; opens and closes library daily. 
• Performs a wide variety of library support duties such as developing signage and flyers, ordering and maintaining office and other related supplies, and serving on
• Library, division, and/or campus-wide committees and governance related meetings. 
• Operates a computer and related hardware and software for cataloging and maintaining records; generates statistical reports; assists others in use of related computer hardware and software as needed. 
• Maintains accurate and detailed records, verifies accuracy of information, researches discrepancies, and records information.  
• Performs other duties as assigned.  

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of providing functional direction and training. 
• Standard library practices and procedures including circulation. 
• Methods, practices, and techniques of library classification and cataloging. 
• Database searching techniques. 
• Principles of training and providing work direction. 
• Record keeping principles and procedures. 
• Principles and practices of data collection and report preparation. 
• Arithmetic principles and cash handling. 
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly. 
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. 
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. 
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and software relevant to work performed. 
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, students, and District staff, including individuals of diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation.
• Ability to:
• Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff. 
• Plan, organize, and coordinate the work of other library support services personnel.  
• Train others in proper and safe work procedures. 
• Assess library patrons’ needs and provide accurate information. 
• Utilize public library information resources, information access, technology, and services. 
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed. 
• Collect, organize, and prepare data for records and reports; prepare complex records and reports. 
• Plan, organize, schedule, assign, train, and review the work of assigned student workers. 
• Organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.  
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. 
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. 
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. 
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.  
• Education and Experience: 
• Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
• Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college in library science or a related field, and four (4) years of technical experience in a library environment or related setting. 
• Licenses and Certifications:    
• None. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.  Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds with the use of proper equipment.  Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals on a case-by-case basis. 

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.